Why does Indian food have a negative reputation in America?
Indian food has a negative reputation in America due to the lack of knowledge and stereotyping. Indian food is often seen as too spicy, unhealthy and unfamiliar. For decades, Indian restaurants in the US have been limited to serving a limited selection of dishes that are not representative of the full range of Indian cuisine. This lack of variety, combined with myths and stereotypes, has caused Indian food to have a poor reputation in America.