Benares restaurant in Berkeley Square, London, is a refined halal-friendly Indian restaurant tucked in the leafy elegance of Mayfair. The restaurant holds one Michelin star and serves an à la carte and tasting menu under Executive Chef Sameer Taneja. Importantly for halal-seeking diners, Benares restaurant confirms that all chicken and lamb used are halal, while the bar and extensive wine list mean alcohol is served.

Menus travel from delicate seafood to comforting curries. Regular hits include the Samundri Thali, a generous spread of tandoori scallop, lemon sole curry and steamed sea bass, and the Chaapon Ka Pulao, where spiced lamb cutlets are baked under rice for deep, aromatic flavour. Guests also gravitate to Malabar Scallops in silky coconut curry and a faithful Murg Makhani that balances butter and tomato without heaviness. Service follows a smart-casual dress code; tables are set with unobtrusive formality, and there’s a dedicated Benares Bar next door for pre- or post-meal drinks.

With halal chicken and lamb clearly stated, thoughtful service, and consistent Michelin recognition, Benares is a dependable choice for celebratory Indian dining in Mayfair. Booking ahead is recommended.