Amma's South Indian Cuisine in Philadelphia, PA

4.2(2,499)$20–30Philadelphia, PA
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Good value

Rated 4.2 stars based on 2499 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Philadelphia, PA • Price $20–30 • 4.2★
Amma's South Indian Cuisine, located in Philadelphia, PA, offers an Indian buffet experience. Situated in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood, this establishment provides dine-in service, curbside pickup, and no-contact delivery. With a rating of 4.2 stars based on 2499 reviews, Amma's South Indian Cuisine is a well-established option for those seeking Indian food in the area. The restaurant has a website and phone number for more information. Visitors can expect a price range of $20–30.

Good to know

  • Amma's South Indian Cuisine has a listed address in Philadelphia, PA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.2-star rating from 2,499 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
1500 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(808) 762-6627
Today
11 AM–9:45 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.2 (2,499 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Not the Fastest

Score 30/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score30/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
5/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
0/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Moderate pricing

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 28/100 · 2 positive signals
Full night out score28/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
3/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

🏆 4.2 weighted · 2,499 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.2 from 2,499 reviews
Rock Solid / Community Favorite
Review volume vs. city median2,499 / 190 median
0950 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.2) with the city average (4.18) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 950+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11 AM–10:15 PM
monday
11 AM–9:45 PM
saturday
11 AM–10:15 PM
sunday
11 AM–9:45 PM
thursday
11 AM–9:45 PM
tuesday
11 AM–9:45 PM
wednesday
11 AM–9:45 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsMany vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccepts Android PayAccepts Apple PayAccepts credit cards

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual TrendyGood for groupsGood for kids

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Curbside_pickupDine_inNo_contact_deliveryReservationsDeliveryTakeout

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service Serves local specialty Sports

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

14 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Masala Dosa$16.9973 mentions
  • Chicken Tikka Masala$24.9915 mentions
  • Gobi Manchurian$14.9915 mentions
  • Onion Rava Masala Dosa$20.9913 mentions
  • Varutharacha Chicken Curry$24.9913 mentions
  • Chicken Biryani$26.9912 mentions
  • Chicken$18.9911 mentions
  • Saag Paneer$21.9910 mentions
  • Mysore Masala Dosa$17.9910 mentions
  • Malabar Parotta$8.999 mentions
  • Rava Dosa$20.998 mentions
  • Spinach Onion Pakoda$12.996 mentions
  • Onion Masala Dosa$17.996 mentions
  • Paneer Masala Dosa$19.996 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

167 items with prices
  • Jeeragasamba Goat Biriyani$28.99

    A royal feast of tender mutton layered with Jeeragasamba rice, slow-simmered with caramelized onions, mint, and Ammas signature biriyani masala

  • Jeeragasamba Chicken Biriyani$26.99

    Tender chicken pieces slow-cooked with Jeeragasamba rice and a blend of aromatic South Indian spices

  • Weekday Veg Special Meal$22.99
  • Weekday Non-Veg Special Meal$24.99
  • Weekend Veg Special Meal$29.99
  • Weekend Non-Veg Special Meal$32.99
  • Vazhaithandu Soup$9.99

    Banana stem soup lightly seasoned with pepper, garlic and herbs

  • Nellikai Rasam$9.99

    Black pepper, tamarind, tomato, cumin, garlic and crushed amla.

  • Kozhi Kurumilagu Rasam$10.99

    Chicken and crushed pepper broth simmered in traditional spices.

  • Spinach Onion Pakoda$12.99
  • Medhu Vadai$13.99
  • Punugulu$13.99
  • Veg Samosa$12.99

    White flour, potatoes, peas, onion, spices and green chilli

  • Masala Keerai Vadai$12.99
  • Spicy Podi Idly$13.99
  • Gobi Manchurian$14.99
  • Chilli Paneer$18.99
  • Chicken Chukka$18.99
  • Chicken Pepper Varuval$18.99
  • Chicken Samosa$18.99
  • Egg Chicken 65$18.99
  • Chicken 65$18.99
  • Era Thokku$21.99
  • Pomfret Podi Varuval$21.99

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

2,499 reviews

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What is the rating of Amma's South Indian Cuisine?

Amma's South Indian Cuisine has a 4.2-star rating based on 2499 customer reviews.

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Panera Bread

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~0.2 miMo-Th 11:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-24:00; Su 11:00-20:00
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Jewelrys

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1735 Walnut Street

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Gifts

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Greengrocers

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