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Culinary Delights of Varanasi: Exploring the City's
Finest Dining Experiences

By Taj Hotels |Updated On April 15, 2025 - 5 minutes read |

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Table of Contents

01Taj Hotels: Fancy Places to Eat in Varanasi
02Taj Nadesar Palace: Royal Dining
03Taj Ganges: A Gastronomical Hub
04Other Gastronomical Experiences
05Conclusion

Varanasi is one of India’s oldest cities, known for its rich history, serene ghats, and vibrant street food culture. Discover the city's finest dining destinations that combine mouthwatering cuisine with beautiful settings.

These include exquisite dining options at Taj Hotels, including Taj Ganges and Taj Nadesar Palace, where you can savour local and international dishes amidst exceptional service and elegant decor.

Taj Hotels: Fancy Places to Eat in Varanasi

Taj Nadesar Palace: Royal Dining

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The In-House Dining Area serves dishes inspired by royalty. The sense of elegance and royalty is reflected in the colours and furnishings that adorn the space. Guests here enjoy a royal feast that reflects the rich traditions of Varanasi. From all-day breakfast to chaat from the by-lanes of Kashi, the wide menu at Taj Nadesar Palace brings together a wide variety of dishes spanning multiple cuisines.

Signature dishes include Lahsuni motia palak, Subz diwani handi, and Rogani gosht. International offerings include Risotto Con Gamberi, Spaghetti Aglio Olio Peperoncino, and more. Each dish includes calorie information, allowing you to monitor your daily intake.

Cuisine Multi-cuisine
Dress Code Smart Casual

Taj Ganges: A Gastronomical Hub

  • Varuna Varanasi Restaurant
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One of Varanasi's most acclaimed Indian restaurants, Varuna brings together premium spices and the freshest local ingredients. The curated, lip-smacking dishes are bound to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds. The restaurant gets its name, ‘Varuna’, from the Hindu god of water, which is very much in sync with the significance of the Ganges for a city like Varanasi.

This famous restaurant in Varanasi is open from the early hours till late into the night. During its operating hours, the restaurant serves a wide range of dishes, from flavourful chaats to succulent kebabs. The restaurant is particularly popular for the Satvik Thali that it serves on its menu. This vegetarian meal is believed to promote balance and well-being.

Cuisine Multi-cuisine
Dress Code Smart Casual
  • Chowk
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Another 5-star restaurant in Varanasi is chowk. Located inside the Taj Ganges, Chowk literally translates to ‘marketplace’ in English. This multi-cuisine restaurant serves gastronomical wonders from all over the globe. From crispy pizzas and creamy pastas in the international section to flavourful biryanis and chaats in the Indian section, the menu offers a diverse array of dishes, beverages, and desserts.

Their signature dishes include Fish and Chips, Chicken or paneer kathi rolls and Fish Exotica. You can also enjoy comfort Indian food with a twist—dishes like Kaju Kishmish Samosa, Lahsuni Motia Palak, Khichdi, Benarasi Bhajia, and more. These dishes carry the humility of home with a touch of luxury.

Cuisine Multi-cuisine
Dress Code Smart Casual
  • Prinsep Bar
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Open from noon to midnight, Prinsep Baris one of the best lounges in Varanasi for relaxing and unwinding after a long day of exploring or attending meetings. The lounge is known for its bar menu, which includes chilled beers, finely aged spirits, and innovative cocktails.

Be sure to pair your drinks with delicious finger foods from our extensive menu. Excellent drinks, food, and ambience—paired with the signature Taj hospitality—make Prinsep Bar a favourite among adults.

Cuisine Finger Food
Dress Code Smart Casual
  • Lobby Lounge
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The elegant decor and pastel-coloured walls of Taj Ganges lobby make the lounge a comforting place to stop for a bite. Located in the sunlit corners of the lobby, the lounge also serves as a venue for business meetings. Its comfortable ambience and thoughtfully prepared light meals make it one of Varanasi’s standout dining spots. To accompany your meal, enjoy refreshing beverages like Benarasi chai or lassi, adding the perfect finishing touch.

Cuisine Multi-cuisine
Dress Code Smart Casual

Other Gastronomical Experiences

Apart from serving delicious dishes at its restaurants in Varanasi, Taj Hotels also organises wonderful gastronomical retreats as part of their hotel experiences. This includes the Baradari Experience, where you can enjoy an enchanting dinner in the company of dance performances in the marble Baradari pavilion. The evening is accompanied by mesmerizing Kathak dance performances and soulful vocalists, unique to Varanasi.

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Benarasi Chai Experience involves savoury chai served in earthen pots accompanied by Benarasi delights. Sip warm, delicious tea while admiring the view of the mango orchard in full bloom.

The hotel also organises fresh barbeques, roasting freshly sourced vegetables and meat along the pool for an intimate experience with your friends and family.

Conclusion

Planning a trip to Varanasi? Make sure you don’t miss out on the finest restaurants in Varanasi! These renowned dining spots not only offer mouthwatering cuisine but also provide a taste of the city's rich history and vibrant culture. From savouring local delicacies to exploring international cuisine, these restaurants showcase the best of Varanasi’s culinary scene.

What are you waiting for? Pack your bags and prepare to experience the culinary magic of Varanasi with Taj Hotels.

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