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Benares, London,
Award-winning

Benares

4.5
4.5
6052 Reviews
£41 and over
Indian

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2 people
22:00
Booked 16 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 Set Menu & A Sparkling Cocktail @£43pp

    £43.00 per person

    25 Mar 2024 - 30 Nov 2024
    2 Course Set Menu & A Sparkling Cocktail @£43pp
    2 Course Set Menu & A Sparkling Cocktail @£43pp photo
  • 3 Course Set Menu & A Sparkling Cocktail @£49pp

    £49.00 per person

    25 Mar 2024 - 30 Nov 2024
    3 Course Set Menu & A Sparkling Cocktail @£49pp
    3 Course Set Menu & A Sparkling Cocktail @£49pp photo
  • Lunch Tasting Menu @85 pp

    £85.00 per person

    3 Jan 2024 - 30 Nov 2024
    Lunch Tasting Menu @85 pp
    Lunch Tasting Menu @85 pp photo

What 6,052 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • West End London

    Indian

6,052 Reviews
  1. Kate

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly wonderful experience, from the food to the fabulous and friendly service. Thank you!

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  2. Michael

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A favourite restaurant for several years. Great cooking, lovely, attentive and well trained staff and a carefully, well-chosen wine list. I have no doubt we’ll return. A family gathering three months ago was very successful and everyone had a great time. Last night we returned as a couple. standards never drop..

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  3. Abigail

    London

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great spot in Mayfair - the food is exceptional. We split the garlic naan, chicken tikka, podi aloo and the steamed rice between two people. Which was more than enough food. Everything was really good and flavourful and we especially enjoyed the naan and the chicken tikka. The wine was great, the staff was friendly and the dark ambience was a nice touch. The food is more on the pricey side but well worth it, in my opinon. For a last night out in London, this was a great spot and I highly recommend. 9.5/10

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  4. Andrea

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was sublime and the atmosphere and service were impeccable! Outstanding!!

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  5. Ozzy

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came for an anniversary dinner and were not dissapointed. The food was delicious and the we were well looked after by the wait staff. Shiv was especially friendly though we couldn't fault anything. Both the daals were fantastic.

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  6. Andrea Guido

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food in a nice atmosphere. Service just good.
    BenaresResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Andrea, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food and atmosphere. We strive for excellent service, and we appreciate your comments as they help us improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience! Warm regards, Benares Team

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  7. Neal

    Cumbria

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent standard of food & service. Cost of beverages unbelievably expensive. This was the only downside & shock of this experience.
    BenaresResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Neal, Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the quality of our food and service. We appreciate your comments regarding beverage prices and understand that it can be surprising. We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable experience soon! Warm regards, Benares Team

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice fine dining experience. Staff was helpful and very attentive. Service was fast, food was great and we were stuffed by the end of the meal. Would definitely recommend the butter chicken, the best I have had. It was my birthday, and at the end of the meal, we got a piece of cake with a candle, all complimentary. They didn’t have to do that, but went the extra mile. Would definitely recommend!
    BenaresResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great fine dining experience with us and that our team made your birthday celebration extra special. It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed the butter chicken and appreciated the complimentary cake. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable meals! Warm regards, Benares Team

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  9. Miles

    London

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Disappointing for a Michelin star restaurant. The food did not have the wow factor for the price point
    BenaresResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Miles, Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations for a Michelin-starred restaurant. We take your comments seriously as we continually strive to enhance our offerings and provide exceptional value. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide a dining experience that exceeds your expectations. Warm regards, Benares Team

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  10. Danielle

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Bonne table Ce soir-là salle très bruyante Service très rapide

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FAQs

Benares does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Benares is rated 4.5 stars by 6052 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
22:00
Booked 16 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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