Service was very nice and quick to clean off tables. Space was clean and well-decorated. Affordable…read moreprice (around $35 for two people to eat the lunch buffet). Great food! The lunch buffet was pretty slow around 1:30, but all the food was still out and warm. The chicken biryani was my favorite, but the lamb saag dal was also delicious and the samosas. The food was well-seasoned and a little spicy which is just how I like it! The naan was just ok and so was the chicken tikka masala. I've had better Indian food but this was still pretty good. They also make their own mango soft serve in house which tasted delicious. They offer student discounts as well. Overall: good Indian buffet place near Drexel with great prices and a satisfying selection.

Our office had a hankering for Indian food and our co-worker from India recommended New Delhi since…read moreit has been one of his favorites for awhile. We found parking in a lot right beside the building. The staff was friendly and patient with my questions. I appreciated that they had spice levels since we had a mix of people wanting their food mild and spicy. The buffet looked appealing and the seating areas were clean. The inside was nice and pretty big. I imagine they are packed during busier times. We were taking our order to go, but the buffet looks like a good time. We ordered Veggie Samosas, Paneer Makhni - cheese cubes cooked in a tomato sauce with butter [gluten-free], mild and spicy Butter Chicken (Makhni) tender pieces of chicken tandoori cooked in a fresh tomato sauce with butter [gluten-free] and Chicken Tandoori half chicken marinated in yogurt and herbs, then barbecued [gluten-free]. Some plain naan and for dessert Gulab Jamun home-made milk-balls dipped in honey syrup. I really enjoyed the flavors of the spicy Chicken Makhni. The meat was tender and the tomato sauce had a range of spices that made it hard to say when! The chicken tandoori had nice flavors too, but the meat was a tad dry. The Paneer was good, but the star of the show was the Chicken Makhni. Throw some rice and mint chutney in with the chicken makhni and naan .... Happiness .... I would love to return to try a Biryani. The Gulab Jamun was a miss. It lacked the syrup flavor I'm used to. The pricing was around $33 per person for what we ordered. There were leftovers. I would recommend ordering ahead as the wait time was a bit long. Everyone was stuffed and happy that we tried New Delhi. I'd repeat more often if I lived in the area.

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!

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

This is an expensive restaurant. Let me say that right up front. The cheapest bottle of wine on the…read morelist is a delightful white with notes of lychee, melon, and refreshing acidity. It's about $45, which is a bit pricey for a screw top type wine, but it tasted great, so no issues here. ANYWAY. You're seated in a massive dining room with beautiful furniture, and understated, modern clean lines. There's so many thoughtful touches. The water they give you when you sit down is filtered water. The cutlery is large and generous. The dining tables are set with beautiful stoneware in light colours to complement the food. There was a quiet elegance anywhere you look. We got the murungai (moringa) leaf vada. Vada were crisp on the outside and steamy and varied in texture on the inside. Moringa leaves were bright green. Lots of delicious spices coming up from it. They were presented on a small bed of coconut chatni (which is the traditional accompaniment to vada), and topped with a vividly green fried curry leaf. Why am I mentioning how bright green the moringa leaves and curry leaves are? Because that shows how fresh they are. The banana leaf that it was all perched on wasn't brown on the edges. It was also fresh. These guys had been fried and pulled right out of the oil to come to our table with impeccable presentation. My dining companion got a chicken dish, and I got a vegan onion masala dosa. The cost of the dosa is around double what I'd pay in a hole in the wall dosa shop, but the chicken dish is around what I'd expect to pay at a restaurant. That said, the dosa was one of those massive ones that you'd get at a dosa shop, but cooked to perfection. It was neatly folded into a triangle shape so it fits onto the plate. Coconut, tomato, and peanut chatni is served on the side. Sambhar is also on the side. Chatnis are perfectly made. Sambhar is delicious, with clearly freshly ground spices. Service was prompt, efficient, and extremely friendly. It's the sort of warm welcome you'd get in a South Indian home. People make sure that you're comfortably seated. The make sure that your water glass doesn't sit empty. They notice if you drop a fork or knife by accident, and arrive with a fresh one (because the cutlery is SERIOUS business, and makes a big sound when it drops on the ground). More than that, wait staff are knowledgeable about the food and drinks, and will make suggestions either to you if you're unsure, or to the kitchen to adjust the spice level for your needs. They see to it that you're loving all your food and having a fun time. Genuinely, the meal was pricey, but we had an extremely delicious meal that filled up our stomachs and souls with comfort. We had to waddle back to the hotel afterwards. Yes, you're going to spend a good chunk of change when you're there. However, if you need a place to have a dinner for special occasions, this is the place to go. This is not the typical Indian restaurant with food sat under a heat lamp, drying out the whole time. This isn't a bunch of strong smells lingering the dining room, or coming out of the kitchen. The place is kept spotlessly clean, so that any aromas you're getting are only from the food in front of you. This is Indian food elevated, and given the respect that it deserves. It's how Indian food should be enjoyed: with a reverence for the ingredients, and attention to detail. That said, our appetiser, 2 mains, a bottle of wine, and tax and 20% tip came to like $180 give or take. For the experience we had, I'd say that the money was good value.

We've eaten at Amma for years and food-wise it is always great…read more Tonight was a real disappointment. We arrived at 7 with 5 people. Between ordering our food to getting the one appetizer (which was a skewer of 4 salmon pieces for $43!!!) was about 30 minutes. From appetizer to mains was another 45. We were not offered water refills at any time. And our waiters was usually nowhere to be seen. To get the check was another 15. When we commented we were told twice "sorry - we're just very busy tonight" When it was a small, cozy place, this Fs were much better.

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!

Amazing food! The papdi chat and samosa chat were really good. The portion sizes are HUGE! Really…read morefriendly staff. The place is nice and welcoming, and I can't wait to go back over the weekend to try their specials. I've also heard great things about their biryani but haven't had the chance to try it yet. Highly recommend.

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.

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

This might be my favorite Indian restaurant in Philly. The malai kofta, butter chicken, and garlic…read morenaan were the best I've had so far in this city. Seriously. The chicken biriyani sort of just tasted like chicken and rice. I tend to expect the aromatics and other mix-ins that are usually in traditional biriyani, but the rest of their food was so good that I'm willing to overlook this

Excellent vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Very friendly staff. They don't need this review…read morebecause they get lots of business. In fact, nobody goes there anymore because it's too crowded. :) Enjoy!