Karma Restaurant

114 Chestnut St, Philadelphia - 19106
215 reviews
Indian
(215) 925-1444

Arrived and they stated that they were not doing dine in after making a reservation. Restaurant was cavernous with no decor. Would not at all be a pleasant place to eat and it is sad that they are no longer the great restaurant that they were at their previous location.

We took some visiting friends to Karma because they requested Indian food. When we walked in at 7:30 on a Saturday night the place was a ghost town. The space has zero ambiance, except for dark and kinda grungy. Not as represented online in pictures. Their site also says "restaurant and bar" but they don't serve alcohol. The food was okay. Doubt I'll ever go back.

Food was very good, and very tasty. It was extremely flavorful and yet very tender and juicy. The grilled chicken had an immense smokey flavor and beautiful spices. Everything was very well done. Staff was very friendly.

I have ordered from here a couple of times now and this is one of the best and authentic Indian food I have come across in the city. Highly recommend their malai kofta and palak paneer.

The restaurant was closed. We made a reservation through Open Table but when we arrived, the restaurant was dark inside and a man called out from the kitchen that it was takeout only. So we turned around and went elsewhere. Luckily, we found another place to go without a reservation (Vista Peru, which was very good). But I'm writing so Open Table will know about this, as Karma should be removed from the list of restaurants accepting reservations until they reopen for in-person dining again.

Been eating with the Karma brand for a long time now. I love this place...the food is OG! We're Indian and my mom will ONLY eat their food. Always on point. It's hard to find a place that consistently makes you feel welcome and the owner takes it there EVERY TIME. I'm writing this review because I always felt that the inside always needed a little, how do I say, "more", and when I went in on Tuesday, they got it! Place finally matches the food. Dope spot. - J.

Dined at the new location ( or back to their old location) of this long time favorite Indian restaurant that opened indoor dining few weeks ago. We ordered Chicken 65, paneer tikka, chicken tikka masala and malai kofta (medium spice). If you wanna be daring try karma spicy ?. The food was delicious. Chicken 65 has always been out to go appetizer here and never disappoints. Paneer tikka was delicious. Dal Makhni was one of the the best I ‘be had. The makhni naan was so soft and fresh. The serving sizes are slightly smaller than before so order accordingly but the food is amazing and would leave you coming back for more.

Came here for dinner on a Friday evening with family and the place was ghosted. It was just us and folks on one more table. The restaurant had no decor and dim lighting and loud music. On inquiring they said they had moved to this location last October so not sure what the deal was with the setup. We ordered hara bhara kabab, chicken tilka masala, dal makhni and chicken biryani. The food was sub par. Chiken tikka masala had pieces of chicken (no tikka) and curry was super tangy, hara bhara kabab had flavor from outside but the big pieces of chicken were just grilled. Chicken biryani was disappointing too. Dal makhni was good.

Meeting Bobby & dining in his Restaurant was such a treat. His curries were delicious my favorite being Dal Makani & Mala Kofta. Roti (2 different types) perfect & chili paneer so yummy. Fresh & Flavorful. Great Experience!

I have been living in an airbnb in Philly for around 10 days and mostly ordering Indian food online. Tried mostly all restaurants in my location on Uber eats. Karma Restaurant has by far been the most consistent in the terms of taste, quality, timings, and portions. OMG! Amazing chole, malai koftas, even breads are fresh and soft. Raita is always perfect- not too salty or sour or cold.Writing this review as my way of thanking them.