Discover Authentic Flavors at VIVA COCINA: Your Goan & Indian Culinary Destination in Houston

Chinese Restaurant Texas Harris County Houston Aldine Mail Route Road

190 reviews

3618 Aldine Mail Rte Rd, Houston, TX 77039, USA
+1 832-641-6264
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Hours

Monday, 6:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Tuesday, 6:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday, Closed
Thursday, 6:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Friday, 6:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Saturday, 6:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Sunday, 6:30 PM - 2:00 AM

About VIVA COCINA

VIVA COCINA, located at 3618 Aldine Mail Rte Rd in Houston, Texas, offers local diners a rich experience in Chinese cuisine, specializing in authentic Goan and broader Indian flavors. While categorized as a Chinese Restaurant platform, VIVA COCINA distinguishes itself by providing a diverse menu rooted in the culinary traditions of India.

Based on customer feedback, the restaurant is highly praised for its delicious food, generous portions, and unbeatable prices compared to competitors. A significant highlight for many is the availability of Halal options, catering to a wider range of dietary preferences.

Beyond the food, VIVA COCINA provides a lively environment with hookah, drinks, and music, making it a potential spot for social gatherings. For added entertainment, the restaurant also features a couple of game machines.

Customer reviews specifically rave about dishes like the "Authentic Goan Food," the "Chicken Lollipop," and the "Butter Chicken," with one diner stating that VIVA's Butter Chicken surpassed even a cruise ship experience. The cheesy naan is also noted as a perfect accompaniment to the flavorful sauces.

The service at VIVA COCINA is commended, with one reviewer mentioning a server who shared insights into Indian history and the restaurant's background, adding a personal touch to the dining experience.

It's worth noting that one review mentioned concerns regarding the restaurant's appearance and the condition of the restroom. However, this feedback was balanced against the overwhelmingly positive comments about the quality and value of the food and the overall experience.

VIVA COCINA stays open late until 2 am, making it a convenient option for late-night dining and entertainment. Whether you're craving authentic Goan dishes, flavorful Indian cuisine like their celebrated Butter Chicken, or a vibrant atmosphere with music and games, VIVA COCINA invites you to explore their offerings.

For inquiries or reservations, you can contact them at (832) 641-6264 or +1 832-641-6264. Discover the delicious and diverse flavors at VIVA COCINA!

VIVA COCINA Location

3618 Aldine Mail Rte Rd, Houston, TX 77039, USA

Customer Reviews

4.0

190 reviews

Party Crasher

Feb 15, 2025

Authentic Goan Food ! This place is a gem coz the food is just so delicious The taste the quantity and specially the price is unbeatable to other competitive restaurants! Plus point is that this place is Halal if I’m not mistaken!! You can do hookah, have drinks and yes they have music going on too ! Also they have couple of game machines just for fun measures! The best dish was the chicken lollipop! And the rest were good too! I dropped down one star only coz of appearance and also the restroom is not a safe place as you can see in the picture! Also this place is open till 2am

Pig E

Aug 03, 2024

Wow! Just wow!! My first taste of butter chicken was on a cruise recently. Viva’s butter chicken far surpassed it. It was beyond delicious, and the cheesy naan bread was great and even better when used to scoop up the butter chicken sauce. The service was great, and the server even shared some Indian history along with history of the restaurant. I can’t way to return and try other Indian dishes.

Daniel Silva

Aug 20, 2024

Incredibly spicy Green Curry chicken with garlic naan and Jeera rice is what we had. It was very very good. Limca soda to wash it down (it was sort of like a carbonated lemonade). Anderson Fernandez took care of us. 10/10 and open LATE.

Dolita Dsouza

Apr 05, 2024

Visited here for Goan vibes and Food… Anderson went an extra mile for his exceptional customer service !!! Food was flavorful … quality and quantity is worth the price and the hype ! Overall it was a beautiful experience and great ambience ! Beef cutlet stole the show !!! (Ordered it twice)

Mohamed Ibrahim

Nov 23, 2024

We ate here straight after our flight into Houston as it was close to our hotel. The food was very nice and every dish was made fresh. The chicken tandoori was especially good. We were helped by Anderson who was kind and friendly to us during our visit. I would come back here again and would recommend people to give it here.