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Benares, London,
Award-winning

Benares

4.5
4.5
6094 Reviews
£41 and over
Indian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
Indian Fine Dining Restaurant with British Flair in the Heart of Mayfair.

Benares Restaurant and Bar since its opening in 2003 has been considered one of the finest Indian Restaurants in the city.

Guests enter an elegant lounge with hand-crafted India inspired furniture and is complemented by a beautiful pond decorated with fresh flowers, creating a luxurious aesthetic.

Benares has 4 private dining rooms, three of which are around the lounge: the Berkeley Room which seats up to 16 guests, the Sommeliers Table which seats up to 10 guests and a Chefs Table overlooking the kitchen which seats up to 8 guests. The lounge area leads into the main dining room which can accommodate up to 80 guests. Our largest private dining area, the Dover room seating up to 36 guests is on the other side of the main dining room.

Benares can be hired for exclusive events accommodating 100 guests for a sit-down dinner and 250 guests for a standing reception.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Mon–Sat 17:30–22:30 Sun 18:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    020 7629 8886
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sameer Taneja
  • Catering
    Benares is available for exclusive hire for lunch and dinner, as well as drinks and canapé reception.<br />The main restaurant can accommodate up to 150 guests (seated) and can hold up to 300 guests (standing), using the Lounge, The Berkeley and The Dover rooms.
  • Private party facilities
    Based in the exclusive and vibrant Mayfair, Benares puts on a classy performance with its striking contemporary design
  • Private party contact
    our team: 020 7629 8886 x2
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Area
    Mayfair
  • Parking details
    Paid public parking is located in the surrounding area of Berkeley Square and Davies Street. Parking is free on Sundays
  • Public transit
    Green Park station is located within a five minute walk from Benares. Furthermore, Bond Street Station is located within a 7 minute walk from Benares.
  • Entertainment
    We do not offer daily entertainment but for private dining events please contact our events manager at events@benaresrestaurant.co.uk and we will happily attend to your requests.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 2 Course December Set Menu @£53 pp

    1 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2024
    2 Course December Set Menu @£53 pp
  • 3 Course December Set Menu @£59pp

    1 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2024
    3 Course December Set Menu @£59 pp
  • Festive Lunch Tasting Menu @£95 pp

    1 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    Festive Lunch Tasting Menu @£95 pp

What 6,094 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • West End London

    Indian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benares offers an exceptional dining experience in Mayfair, with "amazing food" and "attentive service." The restaurant presents a "superb" combination of traditional and innovative Indian dishes, making it a favorite for special occasions. While prices are high, many find the "great value" in their lunch menus. However, some diners note occasional service inconsistencies and ambiance issues. Overall, Benares stands out as one of the "best Indian restaurants" in London.

6,094 Reviews
  1. Naveed

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Overall, not as good as it used to be. We found food to be just okay. Expected a bit more - taste, flavours, etc.. one of dish was not even seasoned appropriately. Napkin left fluff on my cloths which I couldn't even see at the restaurant because of dark lighting. We tasted everything but didn't eat most of the food given to us and no-one cared. Server only asked if everything was okay as we were paying/leaving. Don't let yourselves down people. You can do better, provide warmth in your service. (15% addition is not motivating?) Put some excitement in your menu. We found it to be borderline boring (sorry). Explore decent combinations of ingredients - it's only reasonable for guests to expect more! do more! care more! We were a disappointed but wish you all the best and hope that you improve.

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  2. Preeti

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mr. Singh was good and he with his friends did good job .

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  3. tony

    London

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Lunch break from Christmas shopping. This is probably my 10th visit and they never disappoint. I’ll definitely be back again..

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  4. carol

    London

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and service again. A very enjoyable lunch with my old friend

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  5. Bhupendra

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for a wonderful experience I have been many times now and every time has been exceptional. Sameer is a brilliant chef and so happy to meet you every time. I will continue coming there as it’s brilliant

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  6. Janet

    Brighton

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was underrated. It was nice. I can’t say I’d be back.
    BenaresResponded on 26 November 2024
    Dear Janet, Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food, although we regret that it didn’t fully meet your expectations. We always strive to provide a memorable experience and appreciate your feedback. Warm regards, The Benares Team

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  7. Gurpreet

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible Indian cuisine paired with outstanding service that truly elevates the dining experience!
    BenaresResponded on 26 November 2024
    Dear Gurpreet, Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed our cuisine and service, and we're grateful for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional experience. Warm regards, The Benares Team

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  8. Samir

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A nice experience, quality of food is unbelievable
    BenaresResponded on 26 November 2024
    Dear Samir, Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your experience and were impressed by the quality of our food. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable dining experience. Warm regards, The Benares Team

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  9. Paul

    Orlando

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasting menu was amazing. My wife requested for one of the courses to be different, it was not a problem. Sommelier Edword was very helpful. Benares never disappoints
    BenaresResponded on 26 November 2024
    Dear Paul, Thank you for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tasting menu and that we could accommodate your preferences. It's wonderful to know you had a memorable experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Warm regards, The Benares Team

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  10. Stuart

    London

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb restaurant, with exceptional food and service. Real pleasure to eat there. Piyuesh from Surat was particularly helpful.

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FAQs

Benares does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Benares is rated 4.5 stars by 6094 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benares

12a Berkeley Square, London, W1J 6BS

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Area
    Mayfair
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Mon–Sat 17:30–22:30 Sun 18:00–22:00
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Paid public parking is located in the surrounding area of Berkeley Square and Davies Street. Parking is free on Sundays
  • Public transit
    Green Park station is located within a five minute walk from Benares. Furthermore, Bond Street Station is located within a 7 minute walk from Benares.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sameer Taneja
  • Entertainment
    We do not offer daily entertainment but for private dining events please contact our events manager at events@benaresrestaurant.co.uk and we will happily attend to your requests.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7629 8886
  • Catering
    Benares is available for exclusive hire for lunch and dinner, as well as drinks and canapé reception.<br />The main restaurant can accommodate up to 150 guests (seated) and can hold up to 300 guests (standing), using the Lounge, The Berkeley and The Dover rooms.
  • Private party facilities
    Based in the exclusive and vibrant Mayfair, Benares puts on a classy performance with its striking contemporary design
  • Private party contact
    our team: 020 7629 8886 x2
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