Veda - Modern Indian Bistro in Philadelphia, PA

4.3(1,764)$20–30Philadelphia, PA
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Good value

Rated 4.3 stars based on 1764 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals
  • Casual dining
  • Budget dining

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Philadelphia, PA • Price $20–30 • 4.3★
Veda - Modern Indian Bistro is an Indian buffet located in Philadelphia, PA, in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. This establishment has a rating of 4.3 stars based on 1764 reviews. Veda - Modern Indian Bistro offers curbside pickup, dine-in, and no-contact delivery services. The price range for dining is between $20 and $30. Visitors can find hours, website, and phone information for this restaurant. This buffet provides an option for those seeking Indian cuisine in Philadelphia.

Good to know

  • Veda - Modern Indian Bistro has a listed address in Philadelphia, PA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.3-star rating from 1,764 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
1920 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(267) 519-2001
Today
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.3 (1,764 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

💰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 35/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score35/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
5/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Moderate pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

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

🏆 4.3 weighted · 1,764 reviews
4.3weighted · raw 4.3 from 1,764 reviews
Rock Solid / Community Favorite
Review volume vs. city median1,764 / 190 median
0950 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
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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 (4.3) 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
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
monday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
saturday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
sunday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
thursday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
tuesday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
wednesday
11:30 AM–2:30 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

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Moderate noiseHappy hour specials

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Quiet Romantic Trendy UpscaleClassy

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 Great cocktails Great tea selection Great wine list

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Brunch reservations recommended Dinner reservations recommended Accepts reservations

Reviews

1,764 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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What is the rating of Veda - Modern Indian Bistro?

Veda - Modern Indian Bistro has a 4.3-star rating based on 1764 customer reviews.

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A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

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Miscellaneous Services
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Retail & Shopping
18
Financial Services
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Travel & Tourism
8
Transportation & Automotive
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93 nearby places across 9 categories

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98 places nearby (arts & culture, tech, finance, food, government)

Theatres

Sidequest Theatre

Theatre

2030 Sansom Street

~0.1 mi
+1-215-550-1255Website

Librarys

The Library Company

Library

1314 Locust Street

~0.6 mi
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Post Offices

John Wanamaker Post Office

Post Office

~0.6 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
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Banks

PNC Bank

Bank

1849 Walnut Street

~0.1 miMo-Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa 10:00-14:00; Su off
+1 215-496-1230Website
TD Bank

Bank

1900 Market Street

~0.1 miMo-Fr 08:30-18:00; Sa 09:00-13:00; Su off
+1 215-568-0900Website
Truist

Bank

1845 Walnut Street

~0.1 miMo-Th 09:00-17:00; Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-12:00; Su off
+1 215-563-1168Website
Citizens Bank

Bank

~0.1 mi
TD Bank

Bank

~0.2 mi
TD Bank

Bank

1726 Walnut Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 08:30-18:00; Sa 09:00-14:00; Su 11:00-14:00
+1 215-546-1655Website
Wells Fargo

Bank

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
PNC Bank

Bank

Walnut Street

~0.4 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00

Ice Creams

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

Ice Cream

1901 Chestnut Street

~236 ft12:00-24:00
+1 215-359-1050Website

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Village Whiskey

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118 South 20th Street

~313 ftMo-Su 16:00-22:00, Sa,Su 11:30-15:00
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Melograno

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2012 Sansom Street

~420 ftMo off; Tu-Th,Su 17:00-21:30; Fr-Sa 17:00-22:00
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Rouge

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205 South 18th Street

~0.2 mi
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1714 Walnut Street

~0.2 miMo-Th,Su 12:00-20:30; Fr-Sa 12:00-21:30
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Luke's Lobster

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~0.2 mi
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Parc

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~0.2 miMo-Th 08:00-22:00; Fr 08:00-23:00; Sa 09:30-23:00; Su 09:30-22:00
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Tsuki Sushi

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2135 Walnut Street

~0.2 miTu-Th 11:30-21:30; Sa,Su 12:00-21:30; Fr 11:30-22:00; Mo off
+1 215-561-5666Website

Bakerys

Nook Bakery & Coffee Bar

Bakery

15 South 20th Street

~318 ftMo-Th 07:30-15:30; Fr 07:30-15:00; Sa 08:00-13:00; Su off
+1 215 496 9033Website

Fast Foods

Shake Shack

Fast Food

2000 Sansom Street

~349 ftSu-Th 10:30-22:00; Fr,Sa 10:30-23:00
+1 215 809 1742Website
Juice Pod

Fast Food

Walnut Street

~0.1 miMo-Fr 08:00-17:00; Sa,Su 08:00-16:00
Wendy's

Fast Food

1515 Chestnut Street

~0.4 mi06:30-01:00
+1 215-569-4087Website
Chipotle

Fast Food

1512 Walnut Street

~0.4 mi10:45-23:00
+1 215-558-5213Website
Dunkin'

Fast Food

1 East Penn Square

~0.6 miMo-Fr 05:00-22:00; Sa-Su 06:00-17:00
+1 215-751-1451Website
Phoebe's Bar-B-Q

Fast Food

~0.6 mi

Cafes

Almaz Cafe

Cafe

140 South 20th Street

~523 ftMo-Tu,Su off; We-Sa 11:00-21:00
+1 215-557-0108Website
Smile Cafe

Cafe

105 South 22nd Street

~0.2 miMo-Th 11:30-14:30,17:00-21:00; Fr 11:30-14:30,17:00-22:00; Sa 17:00-22:00; Su off
+1 215-564-2502Website
Starbucks

Cafe

1801 Spruce Street

~0.3 mi05:30-20:00
+1 215-732-1610Website
Saxbys

Cafe

1625 Chestnut Street

~0.3 miMo-Sa 08:00-15:00; Su 12:00-18:00
+1 267-319-1597Website
Good Karma Café

Cafe

2319 Walnut Street

~0.3 miMo-Su 06:00-21:00
+1-267-239-2068Website
Starbucks

Cafe

1600 Arch Street

~0.4 miMo-Fr 05:30-20:00; Sa-Su 06:30-19:30
La Colombe Coffee Roasters

Cafe

1414 South Penn Square

~0.4 miMo-Fr 07:00-19:00, Sa-Su 08:00-19:00
+1 215-977-7770Website
Le Pain Quotidien

Cafe

1425 Walnut Street

~0.4 miMo-Fr 06:30-17:00; Sa,Su 07:00-18:00
+1 215-751-0570Website

Pubs

The Irish Pub

Pub

2005 Walnut Street

~0.1 mi
Con Murphy's

Pub

1700 Benjamin Franklin Parkway

~0.4 miMo-We 11:00-24:00, Th 09:00-24:00, Fr-Sa 09:00-24:00, Su off
+1 267-687-1128Website
Tir na nOg

Pub

1600 Arch Street

~0.4 miMo 11:00-20:00; Tu-We 11:00-21:00; Th-Fr 11:00-22:00; Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 09:00-20:00
+1 267-514-1700Website
Fado

Pub

1500 Locust Street

~0.4 mi
Website
Grace Tavern

Pub

~0.6 mi
Kite and Key

Pub

1836 Callowhill Street

~0.6 mi
+1-215-568-1818Website

Bars

Mix Bar & Grill

Bar

2101 Chestnut Street

~0.1 miMo-We,Su 11:00-22:00; Th-Sa 11:00-23:00
+1 215-568-3355Website
Lucky Strike

Bar

1336 Chestnut Street

~0.5 miMo-Th 16:00-23:00, Fr 14:00-26:00, Sa 12:00-26:00, Su 12:00-23:00
+1 215-545-2471Website
Woody's Bar

Bar

202 South 13th Street

~0.6 mi
Website
Bob and Barbara's

Bar

1509 South Street

~0.6 miMo,We-Su 16:00-26:00; Tu off
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Polices

Amtrak Police Service

Police

~0.5 mi

Car Sharings

20th & Walnut

Car Sharing

~0.1 mi
2001 Market Street

Car Sharing

~0.1 mi
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Car Sharing

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Car Sharing

~0.2 mi
Gym - 1711 Market street

Car Sharing

~0.2 mi
18th & JFK

Car Sharing

~0.2 mi
1728 Rittenhouse

Car Sharing

~0.3 mi
20th & Cypress

Car Sharing

~0.3 mi

Animal Boardings

Z Dog Daycare

Animal Boarding

115 South 22nd Street

~0.2 mi

Beautys

JC Glow Nails and Spa

Beauty

~0.2 miTu,We 09:30-19:00; Th,Fr 09:30-20:00; Sa 09:30-18:00; Su 10:00-18:00

Post Boxs

USPS

Post Box

~0.3 mi
USPS

Post Box

~0.4 mi
USPS

Post Box

~0.4 mi

Marketplaces

Bacchus Market & Catering

Marketplace

2300 Spruce Street

~0.4 miMo-Tu off; We-Su 11:30-19:00
+1 215-545-6656Website
Fitler Square Farmers Market

Marketplace

2303 Pine Street

~0.5 miSa 09:00-14:00
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Fountains

Swann Memorial Fountain

Fountain

~0.4 mi
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Hairdressers

Chez Sonia Hair Salon

Hairdresser

1830 South Street

~0.5 mi
Platinum Shears Hair Salon

Hairdresser

1517 South Street

~0.6 mi

Prep Schools

Kaplan Test Prep & Admissions

Prep School

~0.6 mi

Shoes

Allen Edmonds

Shoes

1736 Chestnut Street

~0.1 miMo-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 12:00-17:00
+1 267-780-2963Website

Greengrocers

Di Bruno Bros.

Greengrocer

1730 Chestnut Street

~0.2 miMo-Sa 07:00-20:00; Su 07:00-19:00
+1 215-665-9220Website

Gifts

Hallmark

Gift

~0.2 mi

Jewelrys

Lagos

Jewelry

1735 Walnut Street

~0.2 miMo-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 12:00-17:00
+1 215-567-0770Website

Bags

Tumi

Bag

1733 Walnut Street

~0.2 miMo-Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 12:00-18:00
+1 215-564-1317Website

Clothes

Madewell

Clothes

1729 Walnut Street

~0.2 miMo-We 10:00-19:00; Th-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00
+1 215-772-1213Website
Athleta

Clothes

1722 Walnut Street

~0.2 miMo-Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 11:00-17:00
+1 215-732-1983Website
Nordstrom Rack

Clothes

1700 Chestnut Street

~0.2 miMo-Th 10:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-21:00; Su 11:00-19:00
+1 215-599-6755Website
Plage Tahiti

Clothes

128 South 17th Street

~0.2 mi
Website
J.Crew

Clothes

~0.3 mi
Express

Clothes

~0.3 mi

Alcohols

The Corner Foodery

Alcohol

1710 Sansom Street

~0.2 miMo-Th 11:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-24:00; Su 11:00-20:00
+1 215-567-1500Website

Conveniences

4 Seasons Food Market

Convenience

~0.2 mi
7-Eleven

Convenience

2200 Market Street

~0.3 mi
Wawa

Convenience

1707 Arch Street

~0.3 mi05:00-23:00
+1 215-977-9558Website

Laundrys

Latimer Dry Cleaning

Laundry

~0.2 mi

Supermarkets

Trader Joe's

Supermarket

2121 Market Street

~0.2 miMo-Su 08:00-21:00
+1 215-569-9282Website
Rittenhouse Market

Supermarket

1733 Spruce Street

~0.3 mi
+1 215-985-5930Website

Social Facilitys

Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion

Social Facility

2111 Chestnut Street

~0.2 miTu,Fr 12:00-16:00 open "Soup Kitchen", We[2,4] 11:00-13:00
+1 215-567-3242
Center for Social Responsibility (Mitzvah Food Project)

Social Facility

2100 Arch Street

~0.3 miTh[1,3] 16:00-17:00
+1 215-832-0831
Saint Mark's Food Cupboard

Social Facility

1625 Locust Street

~0.3 miTu-Fr 09:30-11:00
+1 267-278-3004;+1 215-735-1416
Youth Health Empowerment Project

Social Facility

1417 Locust Street

~0.4 mi
+1 215-564-6388
Broad Street Ministry

Social Facility

315 South Broad Street

~0.6 miTu 11:00-17:00, Th 11:30-13:00 open "Soup Kitchen"
+1 215-735-4847

Car Rentals

Hertz

Car Rental

~0.4 mi08:00-16:00

Bicycle Rentals

16th & Arch

Bicycle Rental

107 North 16th Street

~0.4 mi24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website

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