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Sura Indian Bistro, Philadelphia, PA

Sura Indian Bistro

4.7
4.7
134 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Indian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 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!

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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
    (215) 478-8777
  • 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!
  • Private party contact
    Team Sura: (215) 478-8777
  • 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
    Tue - 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.

    Happy Hour Offered at the First Floor Bar Photo

What 134 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

    Healthy

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sura Indian Bistro offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "intimate ambiance" and the diverse, flavorful menu. The attentive staff, including owners Mani and Sharon, ensure a memorable visit. Highly recommended for its "authentic flavors" and "beautiful setting," perfect for any occasion.

134 Reviews
  1. Lauren

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined today

    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!!!

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  2. Olivia

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and hot! Nice selection and very vibrant scenery.

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  3. Frank

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sura is a nice space. It has a cool vibe but is not trying too hard to be hip. The food was good and priced on par with some jtakeout only Indian Restaurants around. We also had leftovers. Service was very good, pleasant, and attentive but not intrusive. Dined on Valentine's Day, and they had a few good, unique cocktails. Spicy Margarita delivered as being spicy and sweet. I just wish someone would offer vegetable pakora that isn't just fried spinach. Seems like the standard anymore. I haven't had a good one ever since Minar Palace closed. Otherwise, it's a great spot.

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  4. Vinod

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food in an elegant setting for Valentine’s Day

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic new Indian restaurant in center city. Highly recommend! Andy was a wonderful server, and the manager (Mani, I believe) was incredibly accommodating. We'll be back soon for sure!

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  6. Meg

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    115 reviews

    5.0

    115 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was extraordinary. Delicious and as spicy as one likes. The service wasn't great, even though there were few people on a Wednesday night--my martini came after the appetizer was served. But that's my only complaint. Everything else was fantastic. Don't miss it. It looks from the outside like a hole in the wall, Very deceiving! We loved every morsel.

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  7. Jennifer

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were there during restaurant week and tried the options. Every single bite was delicious. The lamb dishes being our favorite. The cocktails were absolutely perfect and the service impeccable! Will be back to try the regale menu next.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on February 6, 2025
    We’re thrilled Jennifer, to hear that you loved every bite of your Restaurant Week experience! The lamb dishes are definitely a favorite, and we’re so glad you enjoyed the cocktails and service as well. We can't wait to have you back to explore our regular menu!

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  8. Nicole

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was awesome! I was there for restaurant week. Food was wonderful! After my meal I even ordered the butter chicken “to go” so that I could have some the next day!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on February 6, 2025
    Nocole, Thank you for dining with us during Restaurant Week! We're so happy you enjoyed your meal so much that you took some butter chicken to go—that's a huge compliment! We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  9. Melanie

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful date night with low lighting, comfortable seating, great ambiance, fantastic food and knowledgeable and attentive staff. We'll be back.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review Melanie! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your date night with us. It’s great to know that our ambiance, food, and service made for a fantastic experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable evening!

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  10. Briana

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The overall experience was wonderful! The service was quick and consistent, our server provided thoughtful recommendations, and the food was great.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on January 30, 2025
    Briana, We’re so glad you had a wonderful experience at Sura! Thoughtful recommendations and great service are what we strive for, and we’re happy we could provide that for you. Looking forward to seeing you 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 134 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 20 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sura Indian Bistro

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
  • Phone number
    (215) 478-8777
  • 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!
  • Private party contact
    Team Sura: (215) 478-8777
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