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Sura Indian Bistro, Philadelphia, PA

Sura Indian Bistro

4.7
4.7
145 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Indian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • 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!

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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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 - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Treat yourself to an array of freshly crafted selective cocktails infused with the exquisite blend of fruits and herbs at reduced prices. All wines, draught beer on tap are half price and all cocktails are $7. AMRITSARI FISH FRY 7 North Indian-style fish fingers coated with Chickpea Flour & Carom Seeds. LASOONI PALAK PAKODA 5 (V, Gf) Crispy Indian fritters made with Spinach, Chickpea Flour, Garlic, and Cumin Seeds. CHICKEN 65 7 Chicken sautéed in a tangy '65' sauce with cilantro & sesame. VEGETABLE SPRING ROLL 5 Golden, crispy wrappers filled with a fresh, finely chopped vegetable medley.

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What 145 people are saying

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 a delightful fusion of traditional and contemporary Indian cuisine. Guests rave about the "exceptional standards" of food, "impeccable service," and "charming ambiance." Highlights include the Khumb Majestic appetizer, Pista Korma, and lamb vindaloo. The attentive staff and unique cocktails enhance the dining experience, making it a must-visit for Indian food enthusiasts.

145 Reviews
  1. Eddie

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    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 5 days ago
    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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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 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 5 days ago
    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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  4. Nick VIP

    New York City42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 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 5 days ago
    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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  5. PhillipV

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Pricy for Philadelphia but still felt it was fair value
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 5 days ago
    We appreciate your feedback, Phillip! It’s great to hear that you found value in the experience and enjoyed the food and service. Looking forward to your next visit!

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  6. Bahaa VIP

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible customer service and delicious food. Andy ensured that everyone had a perfect experience .
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Bahaa! We’re thrilled that Andy provided such great service and that you enjoyed your meal. I’ll be sure to pass along your appreciation!

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  7. Julie

    Milwaukee4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambiance and excellent service. Many vegetarian options (menu said vegan available too). Dal was flavor lful and tasty. I love spicy food and 3/5 as recommended was spicy without being overwhelming.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 5 days ago
    We’re so glad you had a great experience, Julie! Thank you for appreciating the vegetarian and vegan options, as well as the spice levels. Can’t wait to welcome you back!

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  8. Dennis

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful atmosphere, delightful and friendly staff, and AMAZING FOOD. Cocktails are crafted with intention-
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on February 27, 2025
    We truly appreciate your kind words, Dennis! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and cocktails. We hope to see you again soon for another amazing experience!

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  9. sarah

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing , the ambiance was amazing , it took a bit for us to get our drinks but our server and bartender was very friendly. Over all I will be going again
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on February 27, 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Sarah! We're delighted that you loved the food and ambiance. We appreciate your patience with the drinks and are happy to hear that our team made your experience enjoyable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Lauren

    New York City18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dinner brought by such gracious hosts!!! Will definitely be back when I’m in Philly again!!!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on February 20, 2025
    Lauren, Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted you had a great experience and look forward to welcoming you back whenever you're in Philly again!

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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 145 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 reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sura Indian Bistro

1726 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5120

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
Gift card

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