Nanee's Kitchen

This place is right next to the convention center, so super convenient for vegans who want to have a veggie heavy meal. We got the cabbage and collards along with the Chana on yellow rice with peas. And a samosa. All of that was plenty for the two of us. All for about $20 The cabbage was pleasantly sweet, and gently spiced. The collards had a bit more umami to it, and more seasoned overall. The Chana and rice were mostly simple, but had the occasional delightful pops of whole spice. The samosa was also lightly spiced, and it was extremely flaky. (Seemed like maybe phyllo dough?) Basic info: This place is cafeteria style. You choose a rice and then 2-3 sides. I don’t think they have any type of comprehensive online menu. It’s all either incomplete text-based menus or a whole host of photos of the electronic board. I’ve read they may also have kofta, but I’ve never actually seen it. (But I’ve only ever popped by later in the day, and I read in one review that the kofta disappears early. We went at 2 yesterday, and it was already gone, or never was) The Chana doesn’t have a V on the little sign, but it does say “dairy free” so I don’t know what’s going on with that. But I trusted the server when they said it was vegan, and I haven’t felt any discomfort since our meal yesterday. Btw, when we brought our food back to the table at the convention center, the folks who were sitting next to us left loudly and in a hurry, muttering about the scent, but our cabbage was from a freshly brought out tray, so I admit it WAS rather cabbagey. lol!

Never really know what to get when I come to the Reading Terminal and ended up getting some Indian Food. Went with the chicken tikka masala platter and honestly it was pretty good. The rice was flavorful and the chicken tikka masala was actually pretty tasty but for close to $15 a platter the portion size was definitely not worth it. The flatbread was nothing special either even dipped in the little bit of sauce that was put in the platter. The piece of side chicken was a let down too because of how much the heat overpowered the actual flavor of it. Weirdly enough nothing was hot or warm, it was all lukewarm which is not what I’m looking for in a hot meal. Just better choices to be had at the Reading Terminal but if in the mood for Indian cuisine it’s just an okay spot.

25 cents for a plastic bag? C'mon. Chicken khorma was good. The somosas get fresh out of the oven or don't get. Markedly better when fresh. Portions pretty small for what you pay. Get almost double from a truck at this price. Naan was good l.

This place is amazing. We had yellow rice, curry cabbage, coconut curry chicken, tandoori chicken with bread. The taste of everything is absolutely delicious. We both enjoyed the dining experience here at Nanee's Kitchen. It's located near 12th and Market inside The Reading Terminal market. They do have adequate seating as well. I highly recommend Nanee's Kitchen.

Im in Center City every Wednesday, and two Thursdays every month. I eat here on every one of those days and have done so for years. . The food is fantasticc, the staff is very nice and you get really good portions for the price. Inusually get the salmon, or sometimes Chicken Korama.

Coming from a big Italian family in south philly where food is the backbone of life, I can honestly say this place has great food! I’ve eaten here over 20 times and received thanks from the friends and co-workers I’ve recommended this place to. Give it a try! Favorite Dish: Seasoned yellow rice with Tandoori Chicken and Curry Cabbage Update: 6 years later and Najee’s Kitchen is still my go to for authentic Indian cuisine. My new favorite dish is the Chicken Tikka Massala with a side of Curry Cabbage and Pita.

Surprisingly the only place serving Indian-Pakistani cuisine at the Reading Terminal. Minutes away, within walking distance from Philadelphia City Hall, Nanee's Kitchen serves a handful of meal sized chicken based dishes, Indian beverages (see Rose lassi in picture) and tasty snacks (veg and chicken puffs in picture). It isn't anything amazing but whatever you order, it'll make you feel content. They can certainly improve on make the food more authentic but I won't blame them for customizing it for their local American audience. Slightly pricey for the quantity they offer, but definitely a place to check out if you're at the Reading Terminal. If you're going here just to eat Indian, maybe reconsider, there's plenty of better Indian restaurants in the area to choose from.

Great taste of Indian food available classics in veg and no veg. Mango lassi was delicious. The food was prepared very quickly, I have tried Chana masala with rice, and I can recommend it. The food was served in bowls with covers so we could easily take leftovers and eat at home later..

I've eaten at Nanees may times. They are friendly and service oriented and 5 out of six times, I've been satisfied with my meal. Nothing is made to order so you take what they have or eat elsewhere. Yesterday, I got the chicken biryani to share with my husband and a side of spinach and a side of cabbage. When I opened the biryani, my husband took a look and said, "yeah, that just doesn't look very appetizing to me". He ate some of the vegetables which were fine but a bit oily. They biryani was spicy and I like spice but there were bone fragments throughout which made it an unpleasant experience. I also got a La Croix and the total amount was like $29, which seemed too much for lunch.

Food was very yummy and good value. The lentil soup was flavorful and delicious. Was a bit watery for my taste. The coconut chicken was very flavorful and delicious. The saag was also very good. Would definitely recommend! Service was also very nice and good.

This was located in Reading Terminal Market. The chicken was overcooked and there wasn't enough sauce. The rice and flatbread were okay. It seems like it wasn't made to order as it was served in a large buffet container.

Not great. The chicken korma was overly greasy, and very monotonous in flavor. It also had bone fragments. They were out of naan and tried to blame us for coming late? Very bizarre.

GIVE. ME. ALL. OF. THE. FOOD. this spot is not only super fresh and flavorful, it's also so so so so damn good. i had a potato samosa with hot sauce. probably the best thing i ate in philly. period. it was PERFECTION. and the hot sauce was so bright and spicy and just so good. i can't wait to come back and try ALL OF THE THINGS!!

Definitely a five stars I opted for the chicken Samosa instead of the cheesesteak in the market, because it was probably a lot less oily

Seems like Nanee's Kitchen had a menu/kitchen revamp with how the older reviews and pictures of the food and menu are now outdated with what I just experienced today for lunch. Had a samosa plate/bowl for under $15: potato samosa with yellow rice, chickpea, & spinach for lunch today and it was absolutely delicious! The potato samosa was so soft. Yellow rice never disappoints and with the spinach, they soaked up the spicy chickpea sauce to add a good kick to my taste buds. A delicious spiced meal! Wish I took pictures to do this place justice/evidence that it's changed for the better but my stomach was the priority, not the camera this time.

My daughter wanted to try this place so I tried to order a mini chicken meal for her. The bowl is rice with chicken ontop served in one bowl, but my daughter doesn't like her rice combined with other food so I asked the store to put it in separate bowls. They refused. I told them just put half in 1 bowl and half in another. The lady who was serving the food said it was too hard to judge how much they are serving, which was just unbelievable to me. I ended up just getting a mini bowl of rice for her, which wasn't even that good. With so many other food choices in Reading Terminal, don't waste your money and calories at this place.

We came to the market while traveling for work and thought this place looked good so we gave it a try. I'll start by saying that we both love Indian food. The food looked good and smelled good, but unfortunately we were pretty disappointed. We got the chicken korma with a side of naan (they were out of garlic naan). My biggest issue was that it didn't have any flavor. The chicken was kind of dry and the sauce was missing the rich, spicy flavor you would expect from Indian food. There were so many other great things at the market that we ended up not eating most of it because it just wasn't very good. Maybe we ordered the wrong thing or maybe it was an off batch, but I probably wouldn't come back.

It was alright. I thought it lacked flavor. The service was fine. We were excited to try this place just because of the name but next time we will keep driving.

Food was okay, the korma was not spicy necessarily and had a little too much oil. Service was not bad, they treated me well. I would probably not go again but since it was in reading terminal market it was quick, and had great ambiance in the market. Overall not bad but nothing out of this world

Good was really good. A lot of flavor. Great portions of food. I just wanted to taste it and I had to get a platter.

I had a freshly cooked masala dosa. Was lovely and spicy chutney was plentiful and Dahl too. Would recommend it also had mango lassi which was definitely on point.

Expensive for what you get. The naan was the worst I've ever had. It was dry, hard and flavorless. They make it fresh onsite in the back, but then they wrap it up in foil and put it in a hot-box. The manager/owner that served it to me even checked it for softness before giving it to me, but deemed it worth serving and gave it to me anyway. Obviously, he knows there is a problem there and needs to address it. The chicken korma was fine, but not at all memorable. In five days of eating three meals a day at the market, this was easily the worst meal. It would be decent in a different setting, but not worth your time with all the other excellent options.

They were open and cooking at 8:30 am on a Saturday. And they were making naan breakfast pizza. Combine those two and it's a win for me. Solid work everybody.

One of the best samosas I've eaten. I only tried the chicken samosa which has a buttery flaky crust. Well seasoned with a-little spice. It even warms up well the next day. I always make it a point to visit this restaurant when I go to Reading Terminal.

So delicious for a great price! My favorite is the salmon with the saag on the side. Very well marked for Dairy Free or Gluten Free too which I really appreciate. My go-to at Reading Terminal!

I wish I had seen the average rating on here before ordering from this place. As a South Asian myself, the food was such a letdown. Their kathi rolls are NOT authentic. But that wasn't the issue, they were not made well nor did they taste well. The chicken was flavorless, it had no spice or seasoning. The kathi roll is supposed to be rolled in a naan or roti - not a tortilla. Because the tortilla was so thin, the kathi roll got soggy and fell apart. Overall very unsatisfactory. Also from a hygiene standpoint, I had to personally ask the gentleman assembling the rolls to change his gloves because he had been touching everything from the register to handling money before putting my roll together. It was concerning when he double checked if I was asking him to change his gloves...he should have the sense himself. Please do better.

3.5 Ordered the tikka masala and a samosa. Great to have a some gluten free options. Huge portions and mild flavor. Very enjoyable. My daughter tried the samosa but it was too dry and crumbly for her to eat. The flatbread was also pretty dried out. I went to rip off a piece for her but didn't even bother giving it to her because it was so tough. In their defense, it was the very end of the day.

The reading terminal is generally somewhere you would go and make multiple purchases for the day. Since I was with my boyfriend this ended up being the only place I swiped my card in the past week. 2am of the next day I had a fraudulent charge for $315. I can't prove it was done due to this place but I see other comments noting incorrect charges on their card and see it fit to warn people & urge to pay in cash at this place to be safe. The chicken samosas I had were bland but ok as a snack.

I got the chicken Tikka Masala entree which should've been around $13-14 but I was charged deluxe price which was $16.98. Honestly, my mistake for not double checking the price until after I had paid and left but I asked for the entree (which is what I got) so that's what I expected to pay for. Aside from basically being scammed, the food was not even worth the $13 it should've been. The chicken was dry and the sauce was pretty bland. The portion size was also very small. Highly don't recommend.

I really wanted to try Indian food in Philly and while I was at RTM I decided to get chicken tikka masala from here even though this grandpa suggested that it was not good. I always get chicken tikka masala from Indian restaurants so I felt like I had to give it a try. I didn't read reviews prior to eating so now I agree with people when they say it's quite watery. It lacks the spices and creaminess of the masala. The rice was good. Not sure if it was hot now that I think about it. The chicken samosa was flaky and good. Overall the food was edible. I just wish it was more authentic tasting. The worker was nice though. He made sure I was helped first because I was standing there waiting for him to restock the food trays among other people.

Fabulously flavorful, delicious and healthy Indian/Pakistani food from wonderful staff. Late lunch so had the wild caught salmon over yellow basmati rice with peas and side of spinach and olives. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant hidden in the center of Reading Terminal Market's many wonderful shops and restaurants in downtown Philly. Great find during a visit from CA.

I used to stop by here when I went to the market and really enjoyed their food - I always got the mini meal with rice and tandoori chicken. I've also tried a spinach samosa and found that to be delicious. I went this past weekend after a couple of years (yeah, I know) and it wasn't the same. I ordered the mini meal with white rice and chicken tikka masala (they didn't have the tandoori chicken to my knowledge at this time) and it was pretty bland as other reviews have mentioned - probably should have read them first. There wasn't much spice or flavor overall, I added a decent amount of salt to make it taste a little better. Sadly, I probably won't return. I don't know if the samosas taste the same but they were a hit for me before.

I came here on a Sunday, and the line for Nanees kitchen was just as long as the other food establishments at Reading Terminal. I had Nanees before. Its solid Indian food. My platter of Chicken tikka, chickpeas, rice with a small salad, fresh naan and a large fountain drink was $17. Note that the naan is fresh and made to order- I had to wait a few minutes for that. I would come back to Nanee's. It just sucks that finding a seat to sit nearby is scarce.

If you are looking for Indian food, this isnt the place for you. Bland, seasonless food with watery sauces. Surrounded by so many places worthy of my money, this wasnt one of them. I had the chicken tikka masala entree...sauce was watery and tasteless. Also tried one of their beef samosas, little more spices but dry and more like a baked turnover. The only reason this isnt 1 star, the chicken was cooked well (though flavorless) and the mango lassi was decent. So in conclusion, try another stall in the market.

Ordered the chicken tikka masala. Bland, unflavored, no Indian spices, no salt, the chicken is mushy and gross and very unlike tikka, the 'naan' is store-bought pita bread...rarely have I had such disgusting food. I'm tossing it after only a few bites.

The food was terrible and the rice was very dry and hard to chew. The chicken did not have much flavor and we worried if the chicken was actually well cooked. The flat bread that comes included was also disappointing. Overall, the food was overpriced for the quantity of chicken provided.

Delicious. Great flavor!! I had the yellow seasoned rice, chickpeas, collard greens, curried cabbage and pita bread. I wanted to get the vegetable "meat"balls but I had already run up my bill. (It is a little pricey.) Going back Saturday for more!!

Chicken was dry and bland...all the flavors were on the skin. Perogies was bland as well so get the sour cream with it. Mac and cheese tasted watery. Potatoes were season well, only good thing about my platter. Service was bad...they were talking and laughing while I was waiting to order and even after one of them approached me to take my order she was still laughing and talking to the other lady. I had to stand and wait until they stopped laughing to place my order.

I am a Reading Terminal regular customer and have tried Nanee's on a few occasions to get a good gauge on the the quality of the food. So far, I have tried the Veggie, Potato and Beef Samosas, Curry and BBQ Chicken, Stewed Okras and most of the side options. I'm not a huge okra fan but the stewed okras are great! Especially with a side of rice. The Samosas are a good and quick bite to eat if you are in a rush. Overall, this place is a hit or miss. Sometimes the Chicken or Lamb is tasty, other times it can be a bland to the taste buds. For example, the veggie rice is delicious but it is not always cooked well and underdone. Also, when you get a platter any substitution is extra. If you substitute veggie rice instead of the standard rice, its an extra dollar. If I want two veggies as a side its an extra charge and keep in mind the platters do start around $9.00. Nanee's is worth a try but I would not expect to be "wowed". One last note, what I have learned to do is ask for samples of the chicken and lamb before you place an order.

Every rare once in awhile I get a strange craving for Okra, and Nanee's Kitchen makes a killer Okra Masala. Quick notes: - Serves Indian-Pakistrani dishes. - Halal meats. - Most, if not all, of their entrees are gluten-free. - Try: Chicken Kabob (Tandoori), Chicken Tikka Masala/Korma, Chai (spiced tea with milk), yogurt-based Lassi, samosas (sometimes they are too greasy) and my favorite, of course, is Okra Masala. - Food aren't too spicy. - Many vegan/vegetarian options - Platers are about $10 Three Yelps.

During a graze sesh at RTM, spotted a "gluten free..." sign across the way and cruised over. Delighted to find a small spot with some tasty-looking Indian food. I'm always in the mood for some good tikka masala. I wish I would have read the Yelp reviews first. I opted for the mini bowl - one filling and one topping - as I didn't want the full experience, and I think the only gluten-free side was a salad (they have naan and another side - some pastry of sorts). My basmati rice and chicken tikka masala ran about $6, good value for the portion size. However, it seriously lacked in flavor. It was missing the fragrant spices usually abound in Indian cuisine, the punch of the tomato base, and spice I've come to expect. The rice was tasty and the masala wasn't bad, but I was hoping for more pizzaz.

This was my first experience having Indian food. It was an amazing first and I will definitely have it again. I'm not a big curry person which is why it is usually not my first option. They gave us a sample and I was sold - even with all of the other choices around. I had the chicken korma platter with yellow rice and a side salad. The chicken was moist, tender, and very flavorful. The rice was flavorful as well and the side salad was a nice balance to the other heavier food. The guys at the counter were nice and helpful! Thanks for such a great food experience in the market!

Nanee's in the Reading Terminal Market serves up the best samosas in Phillytown ... period. I don't really know about the rest of the food because I always get the samosas which are large, consisting of a light and flaky pastry outer shell, great fillings, and super tasty. And you can add sauces to them. Of course I like best the spicy cilantro and chili sauce. I have always found the staff to be pleasant despite many other Yelpers having a different opinion. Perhaps that is so because they know how much I enjoy their chicken, or curried potato, or spinach & feta cheese samosas!

Worst Indian food I've ever had. I tried the Chicken Tikka Masala with yellow rice and naan. The chicken tikka didn't taste anything like real chicken tikka, it totally disappointed. The rice was just ok and the naan was flavorless. It was my sons first time trying Indian and now thinks he doesn't like Indian which I have to redeem. So many great places at Reading Terminal please don't waste your time on this one.

Nanee's offers pretty tasty Indian curries, albeit combined with just mediocre sides, and sold at inflated prices. I tried the chicken korma and genuinely enjoyed the meat - it was spicy, savory, and satisfying. However, the accompanying salad was disappointing, and the overall price of $12 didn't feel worth it for the quantity and quality. If you want vegetable sides, drinks, or other variety to your meal, it'll run you even more. Ultimately, if you're craving Indian cuisine, Nanee's will satisfy. But if you want great food at a good value, look somewhere else in the market.

I had to make the stop at Reading Terminal and I was starving and found myself craving Indian food. The boy working behind the counter seemed to be all by himself, but provided prompt service regardless. The tikka masala was fantastic! Flavorful and saucy with very generous portions. I also grabbed a samosa for the road and it was very flaky and made a nice snack on the go. However, their naan is not good at all and rather bland so I only ended up taking a bite or two.

I wanted to like this place. The service person behind the counter was professional, but the actual food needed that oomph that you expect from good Indian food. It wad late in the afternoon when I grabbed some food here. The chicken tikka masala was particularly lacking the creamy, rich & flavorful sauce that you get at other places. The amount of chicken was adequate. The spinach & chickpeas were just okay.They had some flavor. Ultimately, it was as though the main portion & the sides were poured from a thin soup into a styrofoam container. The naan was dried up on one end. All this for almost $16. So I gave Nanee's a chance. If you're in the Reading Terminal Market, & must have Indian food, be forewarned. There are other lunch options to choose from there, & higher quality Indian options to be found throughout Center City.

I got the chicken tikka masala rice platter...it's absolute garbage. Who actually takes pride in selling this? Notice how watery the corner is. This monstrosity has the consistency of canned tuna while calling itself chicken. Wasted ten dollars on eating trash. Boy do I feel stupid.

As far as veggie options in the Reading Terminal Market go this Pakistani/Indian spot can definitely be one of the better. But as far as spices and flavors go it can also sometimes be one of the more inconsistent. Although you always do get a good sized platter for what you pay. While their were times that my saag paneer and veggie curry have been a perfect blend of fresh flavors and spices, there have been other times were they have came out quite bland. its something that can be quite discouraging. But Nanee's does yield enough unique halal offerings to make it worth coming back for another time (althoguh Jake's review has me avoiding asking for Naan bread). And it does offer some delicious mango lassis that make the visit worthwhile.

Great place for vegetarians & great tasting food! I always make this a stop when I'm in town and frequently visiting the Reading Terminal. The mango lassi is so delicious & a must try! You can't go wrong with any of the side options. I usually go with chick peas and spinach but have also enjoyed the okra and collard greens in the past. Yum!

The restaurant owner is arguably the most inconsiderate person I have interacted with at Reading Terminal since moving here 2.5 years ago and going dozens of times to the market. For starters, he charges way too much for his food ($16.71 for the plate in the picture) but that isn't what led me here. He lacks decency. He gave me a salad container that was practically quarter filled only (how it looks in the picture is how I got it), and didn't even explain if he ran out or what the reason was. He just covered the container and handed it to me. I then sat at the place's counter top that has a few high chairs to sit at. He decided he wants to clean the area so he does so while I'm eating and pretty much works around me while giving me "are you done with your food" looks. Instead of taking my plate and throwing it away in the trash right behind the counter he points me to a trash in the corner away from the restaurant to throw my plate away in. I would give 0 stars if I could. He just lost a customer :)

This is probably the worst Indian food I have ever had. Avoid if you are used to eating good Indian food. The Nanan tasted raw and you could taste the yeast. The samosa was made with phyllo dough and shaped like a turnover. The rice was undercooked. The chickpeas tasted like they were from a can and then some tomatoe soup on top. Would have given it 0 stars if possible. Food was so bad, that after spending $58 my wife had to buy different food to eat.

As the first Indian food I located in Philadelphia, Nanee's Kitchen was the natural choice for lunch. The long line showed it to be a popular eating place, and for the price, it was pretty decent. The menu was quite complicated, as each part of the meal was a separate cost. An easier way to organize the menu would be to set up various meal options of specific prices, instead of making the individual diner figure everything out. I know that I might have ordered more had I known what it would cost all at once, instead of having to add up every item individually. I ordered a small size of chickpea curry over rice and a potato samosa. The chickpeas and rice were hot and flavorful, and though small, the perfect amount of food. It was maybe not the most excellent chickpea curry on rice, but it was satisfactory, and not too spicy. The samosa had good flavor; however, I should have eaten it immediately instead of waiting for several hours, as it was slightly soggy and not warm. If I ever find myself in the area and craving Indian food, I will probably make my way back to Nanee's Kitchen.

Nothing about the food was good. Bland, not very hot. I got chicken tika over rice with spinach and garlic naan. Not worth the $15.50. The tika had almost no flavor and was watery. It lacked that comforting, thick, creamy consistency it should have. The naan was doughy, dense, and bland. But it was hot. The meal came with pita which was hard as a rock. The spinach was good and had some flavor. It was the best part of my meal. It was a disappointing meal.

Oh boy, here we go, the second place I've eaten at in the Reading terminal market that is well less then par. So I'm a big fan of Indian food so i decided oh look lets try here. I got the Korma Platter (Chicken) with black eyed pees and rice. The first thing i noticed is that the chicken was dry. The sauce it was in was reasonable. I hoped the second bite wouldn't let me down and it did. I don't care how much sauce you out on, your chicken was still dry. Also, you don't get a ton for the price, i believe i was charged about $8.50 for everything. I would find out a Thai place indie would be much better and cost less.

I ordered the chicken kabob plate, and I have to admit I was a bit surprised. The chicken was actually more like chicken pieces, not cube-shaped as you would find on a kabob. It wasn't too bad, as long as you have some red sauce poured over the chicken. Without the sauce, the chicken would be too dry. The sauce was mild (not spicy), and it was decent. I also had the spinach, and it was delicious. The food also didn't make my tummy upset, which is always a plus. I do not recommend the samosa, hence the three stars. Instead of being your typical triangular samosa, it is more like a pastried handkerchief with the filling in the middle, which is quite strange. In other words, the filling can be clearly seen, as opposed to having an enclosed samosa. I ordered some kind of ground meat filling (can't remember or discern), which looked like the color of vomit. The meat was tasteless and dry. The pastry itself was not crispy, but more on the soggy side. I threw away the majority of the samosa after eating the sides of the pastry. Lessons learned!

I got chicken with tiki masala (9.99) , on yellow rice (+1) with plain nan (+2.50) and a chicken samosa (+3). I got charged $21 and some change. The receipt asked for tip too. After what looks like a 15% tip already added without my acknowledgment. Well then. Check their math before you pay. Smh.