# Rio Lounge, Croydon — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rio Lounge — South Indian Restaurant in Croydon with a 0/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.1/5 from 75 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/croydon/restaurants/rio-lounge (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. South Indian Restaurant # Rio Lounge 162 - 164 Cherry Orchard Road, Croydon [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16105705415487725885&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Rio Lounge - South Indian and Sri Lankan Restaurant](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117783504569384481482) **In short:** Rio Lounge is a south Indian restaurant in Croydon, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 75 Google reviews, with a 0/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 5 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Rio Lounge Rio Lounge serves South Indian and Sri Lankan food from a site on Cherry Orchard Road. The menu includes dishes such as Kootu Parotta, Chicken Chukka and biryani. Portions are generous. The restaurant takes bookings and is suited to children and larger groups. Some diners have noted that meat dishes can be overcooked, though the kitchen generally receives praise for its cooking. Service is described as attentive and welcoming. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Rio Lounge's own website](https://www.rio-lounge.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 4:00 – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 4:00 – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 4:00 – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 4:00 – 11:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM ## What's nearby - Barnard Marcus Estate Agents Croydon next door - The Builders Arms, Croydon next door - Casablanca - Halal brunch next door - Al-Khair Secondary School 150m away - Ark Oval Primary Academy 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and authentic South Indian and Sri Lankan dishes, including Kootu Parotta, Chicken Chukka, and biryani, with generous portions. They also highlight the warm, attentive service and welcoming atmosphere. Some reviews mention the meat can be overcooked. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.1 / 5 (75 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 0 out of 5 – Urgent improvement necessary **Destination** Croydon Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1919570). [More restaurants in Croydon](https://staycation.co.uk/croydon/restaurants) ★ 4.1 (75 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.rio-lounge.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [020 4618 6209](tel:02046186209) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Croydon **Plus Code** 9C3X9WJ7+27 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Croydon Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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