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Sura Indian Bistro, Philadelphia, PA

Sura Indian Bistro

4.6 (189)
$30 and under
Contemporary Indian
1726 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5120

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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

  • 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
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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
  • JOIN US FOR CCD SIPS

    Jun 4, 2025 - Aug 27, 2025
    Wed - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    CCD SIPS Special - Join us every Wednesday from June 4 to Aug 27, 5–7PM for unbeatable drink deals: Cocktails $7 | Wine $6 | Beer $5 COCKTAILS SPICY MANGO MARGARITA $7 Hornitos Tequila, Mango Puree, Triple Sec, Lime, Smoked Chili Salt Rim. COSTAL HIGH BALL $7 Whisky, Kokum Syrup, Club Soda, Curry Leaf Garnish. ENDLESS SUMMER $7 Vodka, Elderflower Liquor, House-made Ginger Syrup, Lemon. LYCHEE ROSE MARTINI $7 Gin, House-made Lychee Rose Syrup, Lemon. HOUSE WINE $6 DRAFT BEER $5 TAPAS MENU CHICKEN 65 $8 Spicy fried chicken bites served with tamarind and mint chutneys & pickled onions GOBI MANCHURIAN BITES $8 Indo-Chinese style crispy cauliflower tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. MAGGIE PAKORA $8 Indo-Chinese style crispy cauliflower tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. MASALA POUTINE $8 Crispy fries tossed in chaat masala smothered in a rich makhani-style gravy, topped with tandoori paneer curds and freshly shaved parmesan.

    JOIN US FOR CCD SIPS Photo

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What 189 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sura Indian Bistro offers a "beautiful atmosphere" and "amazing food," with standout dishes like lamb vindaloo and garlic naan. Service is praised for being attentive and accommodating, with particular mention of the "wonderful" staff. Despite occasional service delays, the "charming" ambiance and "flavorful" cuisine make it a "highly recommended" dining spot.
189 Reviews
  1. MaryEllin

    Greater Boston28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great location! Easy to find… we walked from the convention center. Big menu:) loved spinach chatta… lamb chops tandori seasoned well. Yummy nan and fresh basmati rice! Goat and vegetarian kormas were delish! Samosas were crispy and perfectly cooked! Cocktail’s were delicious, although small Great meal we will return!

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  2. Andre

    Philadelphia County5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall decent experience! Friendly staff and the bartender was outstanding that night. Drinks were on point, tasted great and were very creative. Food was slightly above average. Definitely room for improvement

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  3. J. T. VIP

    Scranton / Poconos59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter helped us find the right choices at the right spice levels. The restaurant was so lovely and accommodating.

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  4. Sharon

    Philadelphia County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved everything about this place. The excellent and charming service the wonderful food and food recommendations and the hostess recommended a lovely corner booth table. That was really romantic. Pretty sure we’ll be back.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Sharon, Thank you for the lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and cozy corner booth. It means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon for another special evening.

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  5. Pratibha

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quiet, warm and relaxing vibe. Rich, authentic taste. Value for money, wonderful hosts. Portion size for main entrée was a little less than usual. Because of lack of ventilation, when meat was served, we could not tolerate the smell as it stayed in the area even though we were 15 ft away.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on June 19, 2025
    Dear Pratibha, Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us. We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the warm ambiance, authentic flavors, and hospitality during your visit. We also appreciate your constructive feedback regarding portion sizes and ventilation. Your insights help us grow, and we truly value them. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience.

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  6. BennieJ VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I called 10 weeks prior to bringing a party of 8 regarding one person with a food allergy. I was told it would be noted and taken care of, but to call 2 days prior to the reservation just to double check. I did, and I was assured that food would be set aside unmarinated to accommodate the allergy. When we showed up, it was NOT done. Unacceptable can’t be trusted.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on June 19, 2025
    Dear Bennie, We deeply regret the experience you and your party had during your visit. We take food allergies extremely seriously, we sincerely apologize for the miscommunication and the inconvenience caused. Your feedback is important, and we’ll be addressing this with our team to ensure better coordination moving forward.. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance to provide you with the care and service you rightfully expected.

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  7. rhiannon

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful Indian meal. Great service and beautiful atmosphere.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on June 12, 2025
    Hi Rhiannon, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the meal, service, and ambiance. We’re especially glad to hear your server made such a great impression — we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  8. Bradley

    Philadelphia County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Service was excellent. It was sufficiently quiet that we were able to talk throughout lunch without shouting.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on June 5, 2025
    Hi Bradley, We really appreciate your thoughtful review! It’s great to hear that the food, service, and ambiance all came together for a relaxing lunch experience. We look forward to having you back again soon.

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  9. Gerald VIP

    Philadelphia County421 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a good time with good service - the Chicken 65 appetizer was a great find.
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on June 5, 2025
    Hi Gerald, Thanks for dining with us and for the lovely feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed the Chicken 65 appetizer and received good service. We hope to welcome you back soon for more great flavors.

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  10. Sam

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked in the door everyone was amazing. The hostess greeted us and quickly showed us to our table. Our service was impeccable. Highly recommend the Rye Chai cocktail. All of our entrees were delicious. Highly recommend!
    Sura Indian BistroResponded on June 5, 2025
    Hi Sam, Thank you for the glowing review! We’re thrilled that your experience—from the warm welcome to the delicious entrees and cocktails—was top-notch. We’re glad the Rye Chai cocktail stood out! We look forward to your next visit.

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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 4.6 stars by 189 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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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
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
  • 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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