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Overview

Indian fine dining restaurant with British flair in the heart of Mayfair. Named after India's holy city, Benares has a unique talent for changing the way people perceive and experience Indian cuisine. 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 complimented by a beautiful pond decorated with fresh flowers, creating a luxurious aesthetic.
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Opening hours

Monday to Friday 12noon - 2.30pm and 5.30pm to 10.30pm. Saturday 12 to 3pm and 5.30pm to 10.30pm. Sunday 6pm - 9.30pm

Opening hours and days may be subject to change.

What we love

  • Fine dining
  • Relaxed dining
  • Private dining
  • Dine at home

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Chefs table

Complete with a glass window overlooking the main kitchen, diners can observe the team at work and meet the chefs. This is a fascinating insight into the workings of a fine-dining kitchen, for a private dining experience to remember.

Minimum spend of £600 applies on all bookings. Terms and conditions apply.

Luxury Restaurant Guide members are able to take advantage of free room hire, although minimum spend still applies. 

Plus the person making the booking receives a complimentary voucher for 2 people to enjoy dining from the Street Food Menu in the lounge, to be redeemed after the event. To book contact the Events Manager at Benares on 0207 629 8886, and quote your Luxury Restaurant Guide membership, or email events@benaresrestaurant.co.uk.

Private dining

Boasting four private dining rooms, as well as an intimate lounge, Benares caters for all your private or corporate group dining events, and is available for exclusive hire. A selection of menus have been carefully crafted for the private dining rooms, celebrating the best of seasonal British and Indian produce.

Minimum spend applies on all bookings. Terms and conditions apply.

Event member offer

Luxury Restaurant Guide members are able to take advantage of free room hire, although minimum spend still applies. 

Plus the person making the booking receives a complimentary voucher for 2 people to enjoy dining from the Street Food Menu in the lounge, to be redeemed after the event.

Rooms

Berkeley Room

Capacities

Minimum 9
Maximum 16

Dover Room

Capacities

Minimum 17
Maximum 36

Wine Room

Capacities

Minimum 2
Maximum 10

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