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Sura Indian Bistro, Philadelphia, PA

Sura Indian Bistro

4.8
4.8
151 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Indian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 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 11:30–14:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 17:00–19:00
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Date Night Experience

    US$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
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Offers

  • Happy Hour Offered at the First Floor Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 16:30 - 18:30
    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 151 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 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 in Philadelphia offers a delightful dining experience with its "amazing food" and "friendly staff." The ambiance is described as "beautiful" and "inviting," perfect for both romantic and group settings. Guests rave about the "delicious" Indian dishes, diverse vegetarian options, and "wonderful" service. Highly recommended for authentic flavors and memorable experiences.
151 Reviews
  1. Jocelyn VIP

    Pittsburgh27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The bar menu offers excellent value and is a great fit for the solo diner. Among the 3 appetizers the fish really stood out. There’s a nice selection of draft beers (Fat Tire!) and I enjoyed an Endless Summer cocktail (vodka, elderflower and ginger). The owner took good care of me and I enjoyed our conversation as well. The space is well suited to singles, couples and larger groups. Sura is definitely on my list of Philadelphia restaurants to revisit.

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  2. James

    Philadelphia113 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Very disappointing experience. Waiter was very pleasant but service was incredibly slow. Finally had order taken after interminably waiting and did get drinks pretty quickly. However food didn’t come and didn’t come for an extremely long time and then when it came - everything came at once - appetizers, salad, main courses, bread. Not sure what problem was but experience not enjoyable.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, James. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. We understand and we’re actively working on improving the timing of our service to ensure a more seamless dining experience. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide the experience you deserve.

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  3. Melissa

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely delicious, the waitstaff was extraordinarily friendly, and the ambiance was elevated but still warm and friendly. We loved our experience dining here.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Melissa! We’re thrilled that you had such a wonderful experience, from the delicious food to the friendly service and inviting ambiance. We’re looking forward to having you back for another amazing meal!

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  4. Danette

    Philadelphia26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed mango lassi, roti, vegetable samosas, paneer Tikka masala, chicken biryani and vegetable pakoda. Everything was delicious. Wonderful atmosphere. We went for lunch and I bet it's great for dinner. Really beautiful decor.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Danette! We’re so glad you enjoyed the variety of dishes and appreciated the ambiance. It’s great to know that lunch left such a positive impression. We look forward to hosting you again soon!

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  5. Pam

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely delicious! Service was very good! Ambience beautiful!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on 21 March 2025
    Thank you, Pam! We’re so happy you loved the food, service, and ambiance. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic dining experience!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was super amazing very tasteful with spices and flavor. Nice romantic settings overall great experience extra nice staff. The drinks were very good also.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on 21 March 2025
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the flavorful food, romantic ambiance, and our thoughtfully crafted drinks. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. Eddie

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was amazing and made the experience 10x better for it being our first time trying Indian food! He had recommendations for everything on the menu and it all ended up tasting great!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on 13 March 2025
    We love introducing guests to Indian cuisine, and we’re so glad you had a great first experience, Eddie! Thanks for trusting our recommendations. Can’t wait to have you back for another delicious meal!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this restaurant is excellent! The food is wonderful, the atmosphere relaxing and the staff are friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend return on next trip to Philly.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on 6 March 2025
    We’re so happy to hear that you had a fantastic experience! Thank you for recommending us—we’d love to welcome you back on your next trip to Philly!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a nice time celebrating a birthday. Food was great.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on 6 March 2025
    Thank you for celebrating with us! We’re so glad you had a great time and enjoyed the food. We hope to welcome you back for more special occasions!

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  10. Nick VIP

    New York City42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a blast at Sura on a Sunday evening. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, the food was excellent, and the staff were friendly and clearly cared about your experience. The interactions with the hostess were especially lovely. We will definitely be back soon!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on 6 March 2025
    Thank you, Nick! We’re so glad you had a wonderful time at Sura. Your kind words about our team, especially our hostess, mean a lot. We can’t wait to have you back!

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FAQs

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

Sura Indian Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 151 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.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sura Indian Bistro

1726 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5120

Additional information

  • Area
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–14:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 17:00–19:00
  • 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, Takeaway, 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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