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Sura Indian Bistro, Philadelphia, PA

Sura Indian Bistro

4.7
4.7
162 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Indian
1726 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5120

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Charming
  • Romantic
At SURA Indian Bistro, discover India's multi-cultural culinary dialogue, centuries in the tasting, nestled in the heart of Philly. Be it the Biryani from the southern part of India or the famous Amritsari Fish from Punjab, each dish tells a story of flavors, meticulously crafted to transport your senses across time and tradition. Our exclusive personalized service will surely bring you back to us again and again! Book your reservation today!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Indian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant, event space, wedding venue, and catering. Seated: 150 | Standing: 200 Private dining for 10–150 guests, receptions up to 200. Ideal for weddings, parties, meetings, or corporate events. Offering refined cuisine, buffet services, bar, AV capabilities, and more!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Date Night Experience

    $350.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Engage in a pleasant evening right with your beloved at the new Romeo and Juliet table at Sura Bistro. Celebrate togetherness with a picturesque view, and enjoy an evening of fine dining, making your date nights special than never before. Five Course Meal Two Cocktails or Two Mocktails per person
    Date Night Experience Photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour Offered at the First Floor Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    Treat yourself to an array of freshly crafted selective cocktails infused with the exquisite blend of fruits and herbs at reduced prices. TAP WINES $5.00 DRAFT BEERS $5.00 ENDLESS SUMMER (Vodka) $8.00 GINGER SPICED MARGARITA (Tequila) $8.00 THE ELEVATED G&T (Gin) $8.00 CHAI RYE (Whiskey) $8.00 AMRITSARI FISH FRY $7.00 North Indian-style fish fingers coated with Chickpea Flour & Carom Seeds. LASOONI PALAK PAKODA (V, GF) $5.00 Crispy Indian fritters made with Spinach, Chickpea Flour, Garlic, and Cumin Seeds. CHICKEN 65 $7.00 Chicken sautéed in a tangy '65' sauce with cilantro & sesame. VEGETABLE SPRING ROLL $5.00 Golden, crispy wrappers filled with a fresh, finely chopped vegetable medley.
    Happy Hour Offered at the First Floor Bar Photo

What 162 people are saying

Sura Indian Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Philadelphia

    Romantic

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sura Indian Bistro offers an intimate dining experience with "amazing food and service from start to finish." The stylish decor, attentive service, and flavorful dishes like lamb curry and garlic naan receive high praise. Despite occasional slow service, this "absolute gem" is highly recommended for its "delicious and hot" cuisine and welcoming ambiance.
162 Reviews
  1. Sameer

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed this spot — the food was flavorful and well-prepared, especially the butter chicken and garlic naan. Perfect setting for both a date night and a family dinner. The ambiance was warm, the vibe was great, and the service was friendly and on point. Only thing I’d say is I wish the portions were a bit more generous, and the plating could’ve been a little more unique or elevated. But overall, definitely recommend if you’re looking for quality Indian cuisine in a cozy, classy space.

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  2. Marleise VIP

    Philadelphia11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly service, spinach chaat was amazing! The owner came to every table which made it all feel very intimate. Very cool interior and space. The tables could use a small light. Others mentioned the low light and we had to use our phone lights to read the menu and bill. The one small candle just didn’t do it. Will definitely go back!

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  3. Gerald

    Philadelphia406 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a great time, enjoying the lamb vindaloo and the garlic naan. Great service ...

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  4. Cheryl

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow!!! Amazing food and service from start to finish!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 6 days ago
    Wow—thank you, Cheryl! We’re so happy you enjoyed both the food and service. It was a pleasure to have you dine with us!

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  5. Mohan

    Philadelphia1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I don’t understand how one can pretend to be authentic Indian food when they don’t know the Indian taste! How can a malai kofta be spicy and that too full of red chillies— that was shocking. I have never eaten a dal-makhni that much spicy.. it was shocking. Why u ask for spiciness when u already know the exact taste— eg.. you cannot ask spice level for a desert or sweet— these are always sweeter in taste. Overall , not a good taste of the food overall.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Mohan, We’re truly sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. We aim to balance authenticity with personalized spice preferences. Your feedback is valuable and we’ll be sharing it with our kitchen team. We hope you might consider giving us another try.

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  6. Kenneth VIP

    Jacksonville214 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful interior and wonderful ambience. Very welcoming and attentive service. Some of the absolute best lamb curry, spinach chat and Aloo Gobi I have ever had!! A great dining experience! Highly recommended!!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you, Kenneth! We're thrilled to hear the lamb curry, spinach chaat, and aloo gobi hit the mark. Your kind words about the ambiance and service made our day. Looking forward to your next visit!

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  7. Bill

    Cincinnati20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My friend was reluctant to go to an Indian restaurant but he wound up eating every bite. The waiter gave great recommendations
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you, Bill! We love hearing that our team could help your friend discover a new favorite. So glad you both had a great experience—we look forward to seeing you again!

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  8. Robyn

    St. Louis7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m not from the area and when traveling I try to find unique finds. This restaurant was an absolute gem! Food was delicious and the garlic nan was divine! You won’t be disappointed by the quality and superb service!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on April 3, 2025
    Thank you, Robyn! We love being a special find for travelers, and we’re so happy you enjoyed the food and service. The garlic naan is definitely a favorite! Hope to see you again next time you’re in town!

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  9. Tom VIP

    Philadelphia19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exciting New find - absolutely some of the best Indian food in Philadelphia! Great sauces, everything is fresh and the flavor profile in each dish is outstanding.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on April 3, 2025
    Thank you, Tom! We’re so glad you found us and that you enjoyed the flavors and freshness of our dishes. Your support means a lot, and we’re excited to have you back!

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  10. robert VIP

    Philadelphia33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is always great but the service was very slow and a very noisy table made for negative experience
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on April 3, 2025
    Thank you for your honest feedback, Robert! We’re glad you loved the food, but we apologize for the slow service and noise level. We’ll continue working to improve the experience for all our guests. Hope to see you again soon!

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FAQs

Sura Indian Bistro offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Sura Indian Bistro also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 478-8777.

Sura Indian Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 162 OpenTable diners.

Sura Indian Bistro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
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1726 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5120

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Indian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant, event space, wedding venue, and catering. Seated: 150 | Standing: 200 Private dining for 10–150 guests, receptions up to 200. Ideal for weddings, parties, meetings, or corporate events. Offering refined cuisine, buffet services, bar, AV capabilities, and more!
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