Suhani Prakash

From top right clockwise: Gulab Jamun – sweet, soft, deep-fried spheres; Garlic Naan – Indian garlic-flavored flatbread; Dahi Puri – crispy hollows shells filled with potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, tamarind chutney, and green chutney topped with crunchy chickpea flour noodles; Mango Lassi – yogurt-based mango smoothie; Kadai Paneer – Indian cheese cubes cooked in a tomato and onion based gravy mixed with cooked bell peppers.

Food is at the heart of every culture. A meal of comforting flavors, good conversation, and a homey ambiance is a treat like no other.

For the thousands of Indians living in Cincinnati, that place is Brij Mohan. Brij Mohan, located in Sharonville, is an Indian restaurant catering to people from all walks of life. Intentionally vegetarian, every dish is able to cater to most people in the city.

Whether you are looking for a spicy meal or a sweet treat, Brij Mohan has something for every food lover. They house an extensive menu including lunch and dinner foods and traditional Indian sweets.

A defining feature of Brij Mohan is the Indian street food. Restaurants that have foods like Chole Bhature, Samosa Chaat, Bhel Puri, Saag Paneer, Yellow Daal, and Aloo Gobhi are rare finds in the tri-state area.

Unlike many restaurants, the food is completely authentic, a refreshing break from westernized Indian food.

The Gaba Family, the owners and operators of the restaurant, opened Brij Mohan 20 years ago and since then it has grown into a beloved spot for Indians in Cincinnati. Each dish, sweet, and drink is a memory of home, full of authentic and varied flavors.

Brij Mohan has an equally large emphasis on their carry out and sit down options, making the meal accessible to all. In a cozy setting, the restaurant invites people from all walks of life to come together, enjoy a good meal, and stay a while.