Raindrops Indian Restaurant in Philadelphia, PA

4.9(241)$10–20Philadelphia, PA
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Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.9 stars with 241 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Philadelphia, PA • Price $10–20 • 4.9★
Raindrops Indian Restaurant in Philadelphia, PA, offers an Indian buffet experience with a strong customer rating of 4.9 stars based on 241 reviews. Located at 2749 N 47th St, the restaurant provides dine-in service, as well as no-contact delivery and takeout options. The price range is between $10 and $20. With a website and phone number available, visitors can find more information about their offerings. This establishment is a well-regarded option for those seeking an Indian buffet in the Philadelphia area.

Good to know

  • Raindrops Indian Restaurant has a listed address in Philadelphia, PA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.9-star rating from 241 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
2749 N 47th St, Philadelphia, PA 19131, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 449-0040
Today
11 AM–9:30 PM
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.9 (241 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Solid Quick Option

Score 47/100 · 4 positive signals
Quick bite score47/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
17/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Under $16 per person
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

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

Trusted Rating

👍 4.6 weighted · 241 reviews
4.6weighted · raw 4.9 from 241 reviews(↓ 0.32 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median241 / 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 (4.9) 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.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11 AM–10 PM
monday
11 AM–9:30 PM
saturday
11 AM–10 PM
sunday
11 AM–10 PM
thursday
11 AM–9:30 PM
tuesday
11 AM–9:30 PM
wednesday
11 AM–9:30 PM

Pricing

Price range $10–20
Price range$10–20

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy Quiet

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutDelivery

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 Live music Sports

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

4 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Samosa$5.662 mentions
  • Chicken Vindaloo$17.491 mention
  • Lamb Curry$20.491 mention
  • Lamb Tikka Masala$20.491 mention

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

109 items with prices
  • Coke / Diet Coke / Sprite / Ginger Ale$3.00

    A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.

  • Vegetarian Lunch Combo$14.99

    Savor a wholesome and delicious vegetarian meal featuring the curry of the day, accompanied by flavorful dal, aromatic rice, crispy papadam, fresh salad, and a delightful dessert. A perfect combination for a balanced and satisfying lunch

  • Non-Veg Lunch Combo$15.99

    Indulge in a hearty and flavorful non-vegetarian meal featuring the curry of the day, complemented by savory dal, steamed rice, crispy papadam, refreshing salad, and a delectable dessert. A perfect choice for a fulfilling and satisfying lunch

  • Samosa (V)$5.66

    Vegetarian. Crispy flour rolled pastry with potato and chickpeas.

  • Veg Pakora (V/GF)$8.99

    Gluten free, vegetarian. Onion, potato, cabbage, spinach, carrot dipped in gram flour and fried.

  • Samosa Chat$8.99

    Vegetable pastry topped with chickpeas, mint, tamarind sauce and yogurt.

  • Papri Chat$8.99

    Potato, chickpeas, mint, tamarind and yogurt. Served cold.

  • Panni Poori (V)$9.99

    Vegetarian. Crispy bowl filled with mixture of flavored water.

  • Soya Chops (GF)$12.99

    Gluten free. Soy marinated with homemade masala cooked in tandoor.

  • Panner Tikka (GF)$12.75

    Gluten free. Paneer slowly cooked in tandoor.

  • Chicken 65$13.75

    Boneless chicken tossed in hot, sweet and chili sauce.

  • Chicken Pepper Fry$13.75

    Deep-fried with crushed pepper in tomato and onion sauce.

  • Gobi Bezule$11.99

    Cauliflower, coconut, mustard seeds.

  • Chicken Pakora$12.99

    Deep-fried boneless chicken with special marinated sauce.

  • Amritsari Fish (GF)$12.99

    Gluten free. Tilapia fish fry with homemade masala.

  • Vegetable Madras (V)$14.99

    Gluten free, vegetarian. Mustard seed, dry red pepper curry leaves tomato and onion sauce with fresh coconut milk.served with basmati rice.

  • Chicken Madras$17.49

    Gluten free. Boneless chicken tomato and onion in fresh coconut milk with traditional herbs.served with basmati rice.

  • Andhra Chicken Curry$17.99

    Gluten free. Chicken cooked in traditional Andhra style.served with basmati rice.

  • chicken chettinad$17.49

    Boneless chicken cooked with coconut milk ,tomato and onion spice curry sauce.served with basmati rice

  • Chicken Curry$17.49

    Gluten free. Boneless chicken cooked in onion and tomato sauce. Dhaba style.served with basmati rice.

  • Chicken Vindaloo$17.49

    Gluten free. Boneless chicken cooked with potato, onion and tomato sauce spices.served with basmati rice.

  • Butter Chicken$17.99

    Gluten free. Chicken thigh cooked tomato and onion in creamy sauce.served with basmati rice.

  • Chicken Tikka Masala$17.99

    Gluten free. Chicken breast cooked in creamy onion and tomato sauce.served with basmati rice.

  • Chicken Korma$17.99

    Gluten free. Boneless chicken cooked in onion, tomato and creamy cashew sauce.served with basmati rice.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

241 reviews

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What is the rating of Raindrops Indian Restaurant?

Raindrops Indian Restaurant has a 4.9-star rating based on 241 customer reviews.

🛍️Shopping District

Set in a busy shopping area — great for combining dining with errands or browsing.

Set in a busy shopping area — great for combining dining with errands or browsing.

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