Ekta Indian Cuisine has completely changed the way I feel about Indian food. I've used them…read moreexclusively for takeout, and every time I'm blown away by the quality and flavor of the dishes. As someone who doesn't typically gravitate toward Indian cuisine, I've been genuinely impressed with how approachable and satisfying their menu is. Their saag paneer, in particular, is a standout--perfectly creamy, flavorful, and never overpowering with spice. One of the biggest wins for me is that Ekta's food is flavorful without being too spicy, which is a rare and much-appreciated balance, especially for a self-proclaimed spice wimp like myself. Even better, my six-year-old--who usually finds something to complain about with every delivery meal--actually requests their dal makhani. That alone is enough to keep Ekta on our regular rotation. My wife has her own go-to order: garlic naan, samosas, and chicken tikka masala. She's consistently happy with everything, and it's clear the kitchen puts care into each item. Everything arrives hot, fresh, and packed with care. It's hard to find reliable takeout that pleases our whole family, but Ekta has managed to hit the mark every single time.

Food 3/10 Atmosphere 5/10…read moreService 4/10 Tips I LIVE for the northern liberties location at the Indian cuisine, and this was the first time I ordered from this location. First of all, food was all lukewarm, or cold. It seemed like it had been out for quite a few hours. The curry tasted off, sour, and old. I didn't end up finishing my food, but both my partner, and I had terrible nausea, vomiting, stomach ache after eating the curry. The chicken was also extremely dry, tasted, sour again, and it was so nontender. I do not think I will be ordering from this location again. Order at your own risk!!

Interesting south Indian cuisine and yes, the cooking style. The spices are different than where…read moreyou're used to in our regular assortment of Indian restaurants. What a nice enhancement from our regularly understood pallet. We found Ama's in university city to have dinner before a jazz performance at world life To our surprise, we were able to find parking. Yes it's metered and what an interesting decor when your first walk in it's very fitting of a city. The staff were extremely helpful extremely happy to see us and willing to engage in conversation about your cooking styles. Being that we were on a timeframe, we didn't spend as much time as we would have liked, but nonetheless, we had the most memorable dinner experience. We shared the grilled chicken tikka masala, a medium spicy, and we shared the.kerala shrimp mailee and a mango lassi. Everything was made perfectly to medium spicy water request. Food was so tasty lovely presentation. We will certainly be back to digging to more options when we have more time.

Enjoyed my second dinner post-concert at Amma's South Indian Cuisine - University City as much as…read moremy first a year or so ago pre-theater outing. Amma's service is welcoming and the ambiance is low-lit and peaceful. Two of us shared a mango lassi (so delicious!), an Amma's Special Dosa, lamb vindaloo (served with rice), and a samosa chaat. We said we could handle the heat and Amma's did not disappoint--whew! I loved the spices and flavors of the chutneys/sauces served with the dosa, which was filled with a variety of chilis, onions, peppers, paneer cheese. Their vindaloo and samosa chaat is always solid. Definitely will return to try some more of the dosas on offer!

WOWWWW!! How have I never been here despite living so close when I was in Philly!! This was one of…read morethe best Indian places I've ever been to!! Sooo much seating inside. We got the chicken korma, which came with juicy chicken thigh meat, cooked in a coconut, cashew, and almond sauce. You could tell the chicken had been marinating in the curry for hours, and it was just so addicting creamy. We also got the saag paneer which is a bit more bitter and earthy, and had so much spinach. Such a nice contrast from the creaminess of the chicken korma, and made for a lighter bite. Wish they had more paneer in it - so yum!! Love a chewy firm tofu like block of cheese. Both entrees come with rice for free!! The Kashmiri naan was absolutely INSANE!! I've never had it, and didn't realize how amazing naan could taste. This was not soft like traditional naan, but rather was crispy and came with nuts, honey in between the layers, and glacé cherries. I don't even like cherries, and I found this insanely good. Could def just eat on its own, especially fresh out of the oven! Our server was really kind and gave us sooo much time to figure out what we wanted to eat. Checked in on us a few times too!

Really good food…read more Got their Mapo Tofu Chole Bhature - 4/5 Soya Chaap - 5/5. Loved it. The smoky / charted flavor added a nice touch. Methi Malai Matar - 4/5. Quite good Friendly staff. Nice ambience with good music and decor.

I was hoping with the new space, there would be improvements from the prior location. I hope these…read moreremarks below allow for the space for improvements because the food is good. Upon entering, no one acknowledged us to be seated. We had to ask two staff members where to sit. Once seated, the table was cleaned upon some delay with a rag that had a distinct smell that lingered throughout the meal. It took 55 minutes for our meal to arrive. I was able to see on their social media that they cooked the kabobs and karahi fresh. That being said, there should be communication with the guests if it will take that long. It could have been a coincidence but our food came out 5 minutes after we checked in to see what the status of our order is. If you also notice that your guests are not satisfied with the wait time, perhaps offer complimentary appetizers. We ordered the family platter but were not given any utensils too pick up the food with...we ended up using our hands as we already had a laundry list of things to ask for like napkins, an extra plate, more chutney (which we requested during our order). Resham kabob - basically the same kabob, the same salad, the same naan from the family platter. I could have constructed it myself at the fraction of the cost. The sandwich rolls do not come with fries or anything which I think isn't appropriate for the price they are charging. It was also confusing where to order as the place to order for Kabobeesh is in the back of the restaurant. The Karak Chai counter is being used too which is great but further confuses guests. The food seemed like it was coming out of different exits. There are no physical menus at this time, guests have to get up and read the kiosks. The menu online is also very confusing as there is overlap with the pizza location items. Always wanting the nashtaa but never knowing when the cut off time is for ordering it! Adding an extra star than I'd like because there is a prayer room which is wonderful to see. :) The chicken karahi was good per usual but left disappointed otherwise!

Very unique place -- it feels like an old train coach-style diner, which gives it a cool and…read moredifferent vibe. It's a Pakistani restaurant, and the food was really good. The Mutton Karahi was amazing and full of flavor. The Lahore Chargha (whole chicken) was perfectly marinated and grilled -- juicy and delicious. Nice vibe overall and a great spot if you're craving authentic Pakistani food. Would definitely go back!

Great experience. Close to mosque across street halal. I…read morelove their lamb dishes espevialy the agda (sp?) Friendly service! Nice tables for seating small place can become busy based on local activities.

I visited Hadramout Restaurant yesterday, and the experience was truly satisfying. I ordered the…read morelamb with rice along with their bone soup, and both dishes exceeded my expectations. The lamb was tender, juicy, and full of rich flavor. It was perfectly cooked, not dry at all, and had a nice balance of spices that made every bite enjoyable. You could really taste the traditional Yemeni-style seasoning, which made the dish feel authentic and comforting. The rice was light, fluffy, and well-seasoned, pairing beautifully with the lamb. It absorbed the meat's flavor and juices, making the whole plate even more delicious. The portion size was generous, and I felt it was great value for the price. I also tried the bone soup, and it was excellent. The broth was warm, rich, and nourishing, with a deep flavor that felt both healthy and satisfying. It's the kind of soup that makes you feel refreshed and energized, especially on a cold day. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was calm and welcoming, and the staff were polite and attentive. Service was smooth, and my food arrived in good time. Everything was clean and well-organized, which added to the positive experience. Overall, my visit to Hadramout Restaurant was memorable. If you enjoy traditional Middle Eastern or Yemeni food, especially well-cooked lamb and comforting soups, this place is definitely worth visiting. I will surely come back again and recommend it to friends and family.

Really enjoyed Amma's South Indian Cuisine. We came in for a late lunch, and the staff was super…read morefriendly and welcoming. I wasn't even that hungry, but we tried the masala dosa and goat biryani, and both were excellent. I can confidently say this was one of the best dosas I've had. It was crisp, flavorful, and so satisfying, and the goat biryani was delicious too. The chutneys were really good too. This ended up being one of my favorite meals from this trip. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in Philly and craving South Indian food.

Went to the Amma restaurant on Walnut st. This is a new location, just opened over a year ago…read more It is a fancy restaurant, upscale when compared to the other Amma restaurant at University City. I ordered parotta and mutton chettinad. Parotta was fluffy and freshly made. Mutton was spicy, cooked to perfection. I visited during rush hour. The server messed up one of the items in my order, but was quick to bring the correct one. I dont have a head-2-head comparison, but this menu seemed pricier than the other location in Philly. Shout out to the host, Sam. He was engaging and informative

One of my favorite Indian spots in Philly and always a must have when I'm in town. The samosas are…read morealways flavorful and tasty. My favorite item though is the chicken chaat- one of the best chaats I've had! The mix of chicken, pomegranates, yogurt & spices is literally one of the best combinations! The service of the staff is always so nice and they're always quick and very sweet. The space is smaller but great for a quick snack or pick up!

Ordered delivery via DoorDash. The food was packaged really nicely and delivered really quickly…read more There is a spicy element missing from the dishes. if the standard doesn't include heat, there should be an option for customers to ask for heat. I also felt the pani puri portions could have been more. Otherwise, the Crazy Chaat was fun to eat! It had a lot of chana chur on top!

We ordered the chicken Tikka masala and it was delicious! The owner was very pleasant as well. Will…read moredefinitely come back again.

The owner is a gem -- like everyone said he's super friendly and exceptionally generous. The…read morechicken korma and lamb gyro biryani were both fantastic, but the standout was the chicken saag. Been to India and it's the best I've ever had. Both lassi flavors we tried were absolutely worth getting again. Recommend trying the "crazy chaat" if you like cold appetizers, it's the chef's choice and it's different every time.