Benares · Restaurant · London
Amazing Indian food in Berkeley Square, Mayfair!
Benares holds a Michelin star for modern Indian cooking from a 150-seat room at 12A Berkeley Square, in Mayfair - warm woods, soft metallic accents and low ambient light giving it the feel of a luxurious Indian salon tempered by British restraint. Chef Sameer Taneja runs the kitchen, and the star has been part of the restaurant's identity since its 2005 recognition.
The food is modern Indian built on seasonal British ingredients and precise technique. Signature plates anchor the menu: Tandoori Scottish Salmon arrives charred with ginger yogurt and mint; a Kerala-style prawn curry simmers in coconut milk and mustard seeds; the slow-cooked lamb biryani layers basmati with tender shoulder and a saffron yogurt raita. A seven-course tasting menu (GBP 135) opens with touches like oyster and bee
Address: 12a Berkeley Square, London W1J 6BS, United Kingdom, London
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Frequently asked about Benares
How do I get a reservation at Benares in London?
Tables at Benares are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger London plan, MyRSVP handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Benares?
Benares is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Benares?
Benares runs an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Benares located?
Benares is in London, at 12a Berkeley Square, London W1J 6BS, United Kingdom. MyRSVP can build it into a full London itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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