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£40pp—'Cutting-edge' Michelin-star dining in Mayfair

Benares
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Why We Love This Deal

"This is modern Indian cooking that deserved its Michelin star" says Andy Hayler about Benares. As well as a Michelin Star, the Mayfair-based restaurant also holds two Rosettes. Luxury London praises the "inventive dishes that showcase conversation-stopping flavours and creative flair". Dine on the set menu and get a beer or sparkling cocktail for £40 per person. This saves almost a quarter on the regular price.

What's Included

  • A 2-course meal for one from the set menu, including a main course and either a starter or dessert
  • A sparkling cocktail or a Cobra
  • Add an extra course for £5
  • Valid 12–2:30pm and 5:30–6:30pm (last order 6:30pm) Monday–Saturday until 30 November, 2025.

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"Warm welcome on arrival and taken through to our table. Staff attentive. We had vouchers for the tasting menu which included a cocktail or beer. The food was nicely presented and flavourful, offering a contemporary twist on Indian dishes. Don’t expect large dishes as being Michelin starred portion size is on the smaller side. Cocktail and beer included with the voucher were good but be prepared for a high bill for any replacement drinks. Overall a nice meal."
Pat
30 Mar, 2025 - Littlehampton, UK
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More Reasons to Go

  • The AA awards the restaurant two Rosettes for its "cutting-edge modern Indian in Mayfair".
  • Executive chef Sameer Taneja re-joined the restaurant team in 2019. He earned back the restaurant's Michelin star in 2021, and has retained it since.
  • The Michelin Guide 2024 says Sameer's cooking shows "confidence, freshness and vitality". Ingredients are "exemplary quality" and you can expect "modern techniques [balanced] with recognisable flavours and spicing".
  • "Benares is big, bold and modern". It's "as much of a destination to be seen as it is to eat" says Condé Nast Traveller.
Voucher Cancellation & Refund Policy: Within 14 days of purchase, Travelzoo will give you a full refund if you change your mind or can't find dates that suit you. Vouchers can be refunded online by going to "My Account". After 14 days, your voucher is non-refundable. If advanced reservations are required, changes and cancellations are subject to the merchant’s cancellation or rescheduling policy, and may result in a fee or voucher forfeiture. You must cancel your reservation directly with the merchant prior to refunding your voucher.

Merchant Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy: If advanced reservations are required, you can still change your date or time directly with the merchant. Simply contact the merchant at least 48 hours prior to your original reservation. If you cancel or change your reservation in violation of the merchant's cancellation policy, you may be subject to additional fees or voucher forfeiture. The regular value stated above is based on the maximum combined cost of the items included in this experience at the time of publication (4 March, 2025). Subject to availability. Vouchers are limited and may therefore sell out at any time. Any additional items ordered will be charged at their full value. Menu subject to change. Reservations are required. Please contact the property directly for any dietary requirements or questions. A 10% discretionary service and a 5% cover charge based on the value of the voucher will be added to the final bill. Over-18s only.

Must be used in one visit. Additional vouchers may also be purchased as gifts. Cannot be combined with any other offer. No cash value or cash back. Prices quoted are based on the maximum value of the items included in the package at time of publication. The photos displayed are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the package. If you experience any difficulties booking, please contact our Customer Service team for assistance at support_uk@travelzoo.com.

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When You Can Go

Lunch & early dinner Mon–Sat until 30 Nov, 2025

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Customer Service available Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm

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(32 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for Benares over the past 15 months.
4.6 Ambiance
4.6 Food
4.8 Quality of Service
4.1 Value for the Money
4.8 Ease of Booking
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Enjoyed Most
Warm welcome on arrival and taken through to our table. Staff attentive. We had vouchers for the tasting menu which included a cocktail or beer. The food was nicely presented and flavourful, offering a contemporary twist on Indian dishes. Don’t expect large dishes as being Michelin starred portion size is on the smaller side. Cocktail and beer included with the voucher were good but be prepared for a high bill for any replacement drinks. Overall a nice meal.
Other Comments
Whilst I appreciate it’s located in Mayfair and is 1 Michelin star, I did feel that the mark up on drinks menu in general is excessive eg very small beer £10, fruit juice £11 and most cocktails about £28 with bottles of wine under £100 for not particularly good wines. By the time the table cover and service charge is added it’s quite easy to rack up an additional £70-£100 for soft drinks or tea/ coffee. Nice to experience as ticking most of the Michelin restaurants off but probably wouldn’t go back
Pat 30 Mar, 2025 Littlehampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Delicious food, attentive staff and fabulous atmosphere
Joy 20 Mar, 2025 PinnerPinner, UK
Enjoyed Most
I bought this offer for my husband as he's always wanted to go. The food was delicious and the staff exemplary. The young lady that served us described all of the items on the menu as they are not your "normal" dishes. Each course arrived looking beautiful and each part of the dish was explained fully. My only word of caution is that the draft cobra was £10 for 1/2 a pint. Beautiful surroundings too. Will definitely be going back.
Carol 18 Mar, 2025 Bognor Regis, UK
Enjoyed Most
Brilliant from start to finish. Greeted nicely at the door. Attentive waiting staff. I recommend the pairing wines (the wine list is eye-watering). Sommelier obviously knew his stuff. Overall cannot fault.
Louise 02 Mar, 2025 chelmsford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very pleasant experience, service was fantastic, food and wine very good.
Other Comments
Quite expensive, but,it was London and Mayfair.
Richard 06 Mar, 2025 Lewes, UK
Enjoyed Most
Delicious food and very attentive staff. Very quiet restaurant, only one other table occupied so not much atmosphere
Gillian 19 Mar, 2025 London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Superb Indian cuisine
olive 01 Jul, 2024 Newbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good was truly excellent as was the service
Other Comments
Wouldn’t bother with pomppadum to start - but “plastic”
Cathy 23 Feb, 2024 Ruislip, UK
Enjoyed Most
Disappointed with the service. All they wanted to do was sell us extras and then rush us. They even asked if we wanted to order dessert in the middle of us eating it.
Barry 23 Nov, 2024 Woodford Green, UK
Enjoyed Most
Smart place with quality food and attentive and helpful service,
Paul 21 Feb, 2025 Hitchin, UK

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