Business Details
Authentic Indian Cuisine in NYC
Benares Indian Restaurant Indian Restaurant has been serving authentic Indian cuisine in New York City for over a decade. Our menu blends traditional flavors with contemporary presentation, featuring expertly spiced vegetarian dishes, tandoori meats, and regional specialties inspired by Uttar Pradesh. Led by Chef Dhandu Ram, whose Michelin-starred experience elevates our tandoor cooking, we offer both dine-in and catering services for events of all sizes.Our commitment to quality ingredients and personalized service has made us a trusted destination for discerning diners seeking genuine Indian flavors in a modern setting. We maintain rigorous kitchen standards while preserving the warmth of Indian hospitality, ensuring every guest experiences both culinary excellence and cultural authenticity.
Services
Catering Services
Lunch Menu
Dinner Menu
Takeout Orders
Private Events
Wine Pairing
Vegetarian Options
Tandoori Specials
Delivery Service
Happy Hour
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in authentic Indian cuisine
- Our head chef brings Michelin-starred expertise to tandoor cooking
- We provide custom catering for corporate events and weddings
- Our menu features 30+ regional Indian dishes with dietary options
- We maintain consistent quality through professional kitchen standards
What people say
Amazing service
Authentic Indian flavors
Excellent catering
Great lunch specials
Warm hospitality
Services
Catering Services
Benares Indian Restaurant Indian Restaurant provides premium Indian catering for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Our team creates customized menus featuring regional specialties that impress guests while maintaining authentic flavors. With experience handling events from intimate gatherings to 120-person celebrations, we ensure seamless service and presentation that matches your occasion's scale and formality.
Tandoori Specials
Our tandoori menu showcases traditional clay oven cooking perfected by Chef Dhandu Ram. Marinated meats and vegetables achieve smoky perfection through precise temperature control and spice blends. Signature dishes include Tandoori Hen and Chicken Tikka, balancing tender textures with aromatic spices while preserving centuries-old preparation techniques.
Vegetarian Options
Benares Indian Restaurant Indian Restaurant offers extensive vegetarian and vegan selections inspired by Uttar Pradesh's culinary heritage. Dishes like Aloo Baingan and Mixed Vegetables demonstrate our mastery of spice layering without meat. Our kitchen staff accommodates dietary restrictions while maintaining authentic flavor profiles through traditional cooking methods and fresh produce.
Private Events
The restaurant's Tribeca location accommodates private events up to 120 guests. Our modern space combines Indian-inspired decor with contemporary amenities for weddings, corporate functions, and special celebrations. Full-service event coordination includes customized menus, beverage pairings, and dedicated staff to ensure memorable occasions that blend cultural authenticity with professional execution.
Lunch Menu
Our lunch offerings feature curated prix fixe options and la carte selections that balance affordability with quality. The $11 lunch special includes appetizer, main course, and flatbread, showcasing authentic flavors in accessible portions. The menu changes seasonally to incorporate fresh ingredients while maintaining core Indian staples that regular patrons expect.
People
Chef Dhandu Ram
Head Chef
Former co-executive chef at Michelin-starred Tulsi, Chef Dhandu Ram specializes in tandoor cooking. With 15+ years of experience in Indian cuisine, he brings traditional techniques to Benares Indian Restaurant Indian Restaurant while innovating regional dishes. His expertise ensures authentic flavors through precise spice blending and clay oven mastery.
Aankit Malhotra
Co-Owner
Co-owner Aankit Malhotra oversees daily operations and business development. With a background in hospitality management, he focuses on maintaining service excellence and expanding Benares Indian Restaurant Indian Restaurant' catering capabilities. His leadership ensures consistent quality across dining experiences and event services.
Questions
What makes Benares Indian Restaurant Indian Restaurant' Indian cuisine authentic?
Our menu follows traditional Indian cooking techniques with spices imported from India. Chef Dhandu Ram's Michelin-starred experience ensures authentic preparation methods while maintaining modern presentation standards.
Do you offer catering for large events?
Yes, we provide full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and private parties up to 120 guests. Our team creates customized menus and handles all logistics for seamless event execution.
Are vegetarian options available?
We offer extensive vegetarian and vegan selections inspired by Indian culinary traditions. Our kitchen staff accommodates dietary restrictions while maintaining authentic flavor profiles through traditional cooking methods.
What are your lunch service hours?
Lunch service runs daily from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Our lunch menu includes prix fixe options starting at $11, featuring appetizers, main courses, and traditional Indian breads.
Do you provide takeout and delivery?
Yes, we offer takeout and delivery services for our full menu. Online ordering is available through our website, with delivery covering Tribeca, Soho, and surrounding NYC neighborhoods.
Can I reserve the venue for private events?
Our Tribeca location accommodates private events up to 120 people. Full venue rental includes customized menus, dedicated staff, and beverage service options for weddings, corporate functions, and special celebrations.
Reviews (4)
Aparna B.
Jan 02, 2022
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One of the best Indian restaurants in New York. Love the location and the staff was super friendly. It is a well kept neat and clean restaurant and food tastes delicious. We ordered paneer tikka and chicken tikka masala along with some naan. They gave us complimentary rice with the food as well.
Lisa S.
Dec 19, 2021
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The food and service was amazing. Shared 2 appetizers, 1 vegetarian dish with rice and garlic naan and have a lot of leftovers. Will definitely come again
Viva S.
Dec 14, 2021
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We stopped by for lunch on a chance visit and was so happy about our experience that we are talking about returning for it. We had lamb vindaloo, goat masala, lamb sausage kebab, a lentil soup, mango lassi, and chai, all of which were wonderful and still make my mouth watering as I'm typing. The lentil soup came with a cute heated pot and in its golden glory warmed me up from within on a windy winter day. The mango lassi was thick and rich but not too sweet, which is perfect for us. The lamb vindaloo had a lot of flavor and HEAT. We had the leftover bread and lentil (both were on the house
Alex L.
Dec 12, 2021
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I came in with high expectations, especially since one of my friends visited last year and spoke very highly of this place. It's unfortunate that we both left somewhat disappointed; with her apologizing to our group saying it was much better the last time she came. It wasn't terrible, but overall, there was a lot left to be desired. We were a party of 6 and booked in advance. When arrived though, we were told a couple times (before even ordering) that due to a busy evening and high expected number of bookings, we were limited to 90 mins - with the clock starting as soon as our food
