Veda - Modern Indian Bistro

Name: Veda - Modern Indian Bistro
Address: 1920 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19103
Telephone: (267) 519-2001
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (1016)

$30 and under

Indian

1920 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Vegetarian-friendly
Neighborhood gem
Vegan-friendly

*If you require more seats, please visit our website to make a reservation.

An OpenTable Diner's Choice Award 2023 recipient. Veda is an Indian Restaurant in the heart of Philadelphia, serving Indian cuisine with a modern outlook. Our focus is on delighting our guests with the perfect balance of culture and flavor in our food, combined with our warm hospitality. Visit Veda for decadent Indian cuisine combining all aspects of fine dining. We are currently offering Indoor Dining as well as delivery and takeout via Toast Takeout. We also utilize Caviar, DoorDash, GrubHub, Uber Eats, etc. We also host private parties and large buy-outs! Please call the restaurant directly for all inquiries.

Note-
*Bottles of wine/champagne brought from outside will incur a corkage fee of $25 per bottle and a cake-cutting fee of $20.
*We don't seat any bookings until the complete party arrives.
*We don't accept contactless payments.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, International, Pakistani
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(267) 519-2001
Website
http://www.vedaphilly.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Vipul Bhasin
Catering
Veda provides delivery to the Philadelphia region and all deliveries in Center City are free! We provide everything from drop-off catering to full service throughout the duration of your event. Interested in placing your order or learning more about our catering menu? Email our Catering and Events Manager at khemraj.rambharose@vedaphilly.com
Private party facilities
We offer semi-private events in our raised stage space with a swooping privacy curtain for those intimate dinners of 10-12 guests. We also host large parties for companies and families looking for the next spot for their corporate celebration, or even wedding reception! Interested in learning more email directly to khemraj.rambharose@vedaphilly.com
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1920 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Neighborhood
Center City
Cross street
Located on Chestnut Street between 19th and 20th Street.
Parking details
There is a parking lot available next to the restaurant, however it is privately owned and operated and we do not offer parking validation. There is also metered parking on Chestnut Street.
Public transit
If you are traveling by public transit we are easily accessible at the 19th Street Trolley station (Trolley Lines 10, 11, 13, 34, 36) or just blocks from the City Hall station (Broad Street Line, Market Frankford Line).
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

CCD Sips Summer Series
Jun 6, 2025 - Aug 27, 2025
June 4, 2025 – August 27, 2025 Wednesdays | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Join us for refreshing sips, shareable bites, and unbeatable city vibes every week. Sips Menu : VEDA CHILLY RITA $7 Chili Infused Hornitos Plata Tequila, Lime, Agave, Chili Rim GOOSE ISLAND BEER $5 IPA, ABV 5.9%, Chicago NEBBIOLO RED WINE $6 The Barolo & Barbaresco Great Wine CANTINE POVERO FAVORITA WHITE WINE $6 Langhe, ItaIy, 2018 - 100% Favorita ALOO TIKKI CHAAT (V, GF) $5 Crispy curried potato patties on curried chickpeas, topped with onion, tomato, tamarind chutney, and cilantro
Happy Hour at Veda (4:00 PM to 7:00 PM) Mon to Sun
Multiple dates available
Happy Hour Menu : Draft Beer $5 White Wine & Red Wine $7 Old Fashioned Gabbar (Bourbon) $9 Maharaja Tonic (Gin) $8 Spicy Margarita (Tequila) $8 Cosmopolitan (Vodka) $8 Lemondrops (Vodka) $8 Stateside Vodka $8 House Gin $8 Happy Hour Bites: Chili Cauli Dry (V) $6 Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a tangy and spicy Indo-Chinese sauce, packed with bold flavors Samosa Chaat $5 Crumbled samosas topped with chickpeas, yogurt, chutneys, and spices Tandoori Paneer (GF) $6 Spiced, yogurt-marinated paneer grilled in a tandoor Goat Cheese Naan $5 Oven-baked flatbread stuffed with Goat Cheese and Herbs Calcutta Pork Ribs (GF) $7 Hearty Baby-Back Ribs marinated in a Mango Chili glaze and garnished with Lime & Cilantro Goan Crab Cake $6 House-made Crab Cake flash-fried and served with Tomato Panch-Phoran (Five Spice) chutney Chili Chicken Dry $7 Juicy chicken stir-fried with spicy chili sauce, bell peppers, and onions for a bold, flavorful dish Amritsari Fish Pakora (GF) $6 Crisp-fried, spice-battered fish fillets served with mint and tamarind chutneys, a classic Amritsari delight
Let's Do Lunch (11:30 AM to 3:00 PM) Tue to Thurs
Jun 24, 2025 - Aug 14, 2025
Let’s Do Lunch, Center City Runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from June 24 through August 14, 2025. Price - Two for $30 (Extra charge for additional person) Choose from family-style appetizers or dessert and individual entrees Appetizers (Comes with a side of Mix Green Salad) Vegetable Soup (V, GF) Kale Chaat Fish Pakora (GF) Grilled Tandoori Chicken (GF) Entrees (Comes with a side of Rice and Garlic Naan) Paneer Lababdar (GF) Dal Makhani (GF) Chana Masala (V, GF) *Navratan Korma (GF) Butter Chicken (GF) Desserts Kheer (GF) Gulab Jamun Masala Chai (House made) *This dish contains Nuts/Cashew Nuts/Sesame, (V: Vegan & GF: Gluten Free)

Vegetable Soup (V, GF)
A nutritious soup made with fresh vegetables puree, simmered to bring out natural ﬂavor
Kale Chaat
Crispy batter kale with chutney, yogurt . A sweet tangy crunch
Fish Pakora (GF)
Battered ﬁsh ﬁllets fried crisp with bold spices for a classic Amritsari street food experience served with Mint & Tamarind Chutney
Grilled Tandoori Chicken (GF)
Bone in chicken marinade in yogurt and special blend of spices then grilled in a Tandoor

Entrees

Comes with a side of Rice and Garlic Naan

Paneer Lababdar (GF)
Paneer (Cottage Cheese) cubes in a rich caramelized onion, tomato, and ginger sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro
Dal Makhani (GF)
A decadent & rich Lentil delicacy seasoned with Onions, Tomatoes, Ginger, Garlic, and Cream
Chana Masala (V, GF)
Curried chickpeas in a tomato-onion gravy, spiced with carom, cumin, pomegranate, and green mango
*Navratan Korma (GF)
Mixed Vegetables, Nuts, Spiced Sauce
Butter Chicken (GF)
Boneless chicken in a creamy, buttery tomato-cashew gravy with caramelized ginger, honey, and fenugreek green

Desserts

Kheer (GF)
A traditional & royal Indian Rice Pudding ﬂavored with Cardamom
Gulab Jamun
A classic Indian sweet made with Khoya, Rose-ﬂavored syrup, Cardamom powder
Masala Chai (House made)

What 1,016 people are saying

Veda - Modern 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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Philadelphia
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Veda - Modern Indian Bistro offers a "great place for Indian cuisine" with an inviting ambiance. Diners rave about the "wonderful food and cocktails," highlighting dishes like Goan Shrimp Curry and Chicken Murmuri Rolls. Service is often praised as "excellent," particularly noting server Edwin's "client-centered approach." However, noise levels can be high.

1,016 Reviews

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Steven
New York City18 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I met a friend for the lunch buffet. Server provided two types of naan and masala tea. He was kind enough to make it iced, since we had a heat wave that day. Inside was cool and comfortable. There were many choices of vegetarian and chicken/ fish dishes. We were not rushed and the food was freshly prepared and flavorful.
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Bhash
New York City9 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was not good at all. Meats were over cooked. The mutton was so tough. We went for a food tasting and tried a lot of dishes as we were considering Veda for an upcoming event. We left disappointed. Also the women’s restroom was dirty. One stall had a broken seat and the broken piece was just left on the floor.
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Pritam
London3 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food is overpriced for the taste and quality and the service is slow for a large group wheee 21% gratuity is guaranteed. Maybe that’s the problem. Entitled 21% gratuity.
Veda - Modern Indian BistroResponded on May 12, 2025
Dear Pritam, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations, particularly regarding the pace of service and value. We understand how important attentive service is, especially for larger groups, and your comments will be shared with our team for improvement. We appreciate your candor and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
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Miriam VIP
Philadelphia County28 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been going there for years. I wasn’t happy about the food last time. There must be a new chef because it was again worth going to. BUT previously the always allowed us to order happy hour while sitting at a table. (Disabled and can’t sit on bar stools). They said the policy it to not allow it now. We’re neighbors. It’s a shame.
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Jeanne
Philadelphia County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and staff were fantastic. The place filled quickly at 6pm and the noise level was pretty high but the food was so delicious and the staff, excellent
Veda - Modern Indian BistroResponded on April 29, 2025
Dear Jeanne, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and found the staff to be fantastic. We appreciate you noting the lively atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delicious meal soon!
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patricia
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent, attentive without being intrusive. Wonderful food and cocktails. Had a great time with some out of town family members. Looking forward to booking a table at Veda again!
Veda - Modern Indian BistroResponded on April 21, 2025
Dear Patricia, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had a great time with your family. It means a lot to know you’re looking forward to visiting us again - we can't wait to welcome you back!
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Peter
Philadelphia County11 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Vada's food is excellent. we were nine people ranging from 10 to 82. We shared multiple dishes. Everyone of them was very good to excellent. We had a great deal of fun and the service was excellent. My major complaint is it's a very noisy place – – probably because the other large groups like ours and the acoustics don't dam in things down the good news is there wasn't any loud music as far as I could tell. If you like Indian food, this is a great place to go.
Veda - Modern Indian BistroResponded on April 10, 2025
Dear Peter, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We’re thrilled to hear that everyone in your party enjoyed the food and had a fun time. It’s wonderful to know our service stood out as well. We do appreciate your note about the noise level, and we’ll certainly take that feedback into consideration as we continue to enhance the dining experience for all our guests. We’re grateful for your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Jennifer
San Antonio2 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant was very nice and food was go of. I was disappointed in the waitress. Although, she did her job, it was very obvious she didn’t want to be there. Won’t be coming back. I do spend money and get excited to try what we thought was going to be a great place, to be disappointed by a waitress with a bad attitude. I’ll pass. Will be spending our money in another restaurant that wants to make their customers feel welcome.
Veda - Modern Indian BistroResponded on April 10, 2025
Dear Jennifer, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. While we're glad you enjoyed the ambiance and found value in your meal, we're truly sorry to hear that the service did not reflect the warm and welcoming environment we strive to create. Your feedback about the interaction with your server is deeply concerning, and we will be addressing this with our team to ensure every guest feels appreciated and cared for. We understand your disappointment and sincerely apologize for letting you down. We’d appreciate the chance to make things right.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
4.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for Indian cuisine. Great server. Thank you Edwin for a great customer service even though you were not on your A+ game. You took the time to break down the menu & provide a client centered approach of service delivery that is rarely seen in restaurent industry. Veda is very luck to have you in their team. Thank you again!!
Veda - Modern Indian BistroResponded on March 24, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience at Veda and truly appreciate your kind words about Edwin’s service. It’s heartening to know he provided such a genuine and guest-centered experience. We’re proud to have him on our team and grateful for guests like you who recognize the effort. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Mary Ellen VIP
Philadelphia County13 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love the food and ambiance at Veda. We started with the Chicken Murmuri Rolls and also shared the Goan Shrimp Curry, Chicken Labador and Garlic Naan. Everything was delicious. Our server Edwin was great; very helpful and personable. We think Veda is the best Indian restaurant in Philadelphia.
Veda - Modern Indian BistroResponded on March 24, 2025
Dear Mary, Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your recent experience at Veda! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food. It’s wonderful to know Edwin made your evening even more enjoyable with his helpful and personable service. We're truly honored by your compliment - being called the best Indian restaurant in Philadelphia means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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FAQs

Veda - Modern Indian Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 519-2001.

Veda - Modern Indian Bistro is rated 4.3 stars by 1016 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Veda - Modern Indian Bistro

1920 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

Cross street
Located on Chestnut Street between 19th and 20th Street.
Neighborhood
Center City
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, International, Pakistani
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a parking lot available next to the restaurant, however it is privately owned and operated and we do not offer parking validation. There is also metered parking on Chestnut Street.
Public transit
If you are traveling by public transit we are easily accessible at the 19th Street Trolley station (Trolley Lines 10, 11, 13, 34, 36) or just blocks from the City Hall station (Broad Street Line, Market Frankford Line).
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Vipul Bhasin
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.vedaphilly.com/
Phone number
(267) 519-2001
Catering
Veda provides delivery to the Philadelphia region and all deliveries in Center City are free! We provide everything from drop-off catering to full service throughout the duration of your event. Interested in placing your order or learning more about our catering menu? Email our Catering and Events Manager at khemraj.rambharose@vedaphilly.com
Private party facilities
We offer semi-private events in our raised stage space with a swooping privacy curtain for those intimate dinners of 10-12 guests. We also host large parties for companies and families looking for the next spot for their corporate celebration, or even wedding reception! Interested in learning more email directly to khemraj.rambharose@vedaphilly.com

Veda - Modern Indian Bistro

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

CCD Sips Summer Series

Happy Hour at Veda (4:00 PM to 7:00 PM) Mon to Sun

Let's Do Lunch (11:30 AM to 3:00 PM) Tue to Thurs

Menu

Appetizers

Vegetable Soup (V, GF)

Kale Chaat

Fish Pakora (GF)

Grilled Tandoori Chicken (GF)

Entrees

Paneer Lababdar (GF)

Dal Makhani (GF)

Chana Masala (V, GF)

*Navratan Korma (GF)

Butter Chicken (GF)

Desserts

Kheer (GF)

Gulab Jamun

Masala Chai (House made)

What 1,016 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Veda - Modern Indian Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Veda - Modern Indian Bistro restaurant rated?

Is Veda - Modern Indian Bistro currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information