Food & Dining
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Ming Garden
Looking for vegetarian Chinese food in Varanasi? Explore Ming Garden on Ravindrapuri Road, known for crispy baby corn, noodles, chilli paneer and its popular sizzling brownie.
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The Taste Factory
The Taste Factory is a popular multi-cuisine restaurant in Varanasi with branches in Mahmoorganj and, more recently, Lanka. From North Indian and Mughlai food to Chinese dishes, kebabs, pizza and pasta, its extensive menu makes it a convenient option for families and groups across the city.
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Aman-E-Khaas
Known for its Mughlai flavours, kebabs, biryanis and rich North Indian curries, Aman-E-Khaas is a long-standing dining option in Bhelupur. Located around New Hotel Broadway near the IP Vijaya Mall stretch, it is particularly popular with families and groups looking for a comfortable sit-down meal in Varanasi.
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Khadak Singh Da Dhaba
Craving rich dal makhani, smoky tandoori starters, butter chicken or a filling North Indian thali? Khadak Singh Da Dhaba brings Delhi-style North Indian comfort food to Varanasi, with outlets in Bhelupur and Sigra and a menu built for hearty lunches, family dinners and group meals.
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Kerala Cafe Since 1962
Kerala Cafe Since 1962 in Bhelupur is one of Varanasi's longstanding destinations for vegetarian South Indian food. From crispy dosas and idli-sambar to vada, lemon rice and filter coffee, here's what to try and what to know before visiting.
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The Grove VNS
Discover The Grove VNS near JHV Mall, a nature-inspired restaurant in Varanasi Cantonment serving Indian and Continental flavours in a relaxed setting.
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Roma's Cafe Diner in Lanka is one of Varanasi's favourite cafés, offering Italian, Continental, Asian, and Indian cuisine in a stylish, family-friendly atmosphere.
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Paprika Restaurant in Lanka is a popular multi-cuisine restaurant near BHU, serving North Indian, Chinese, Italian, and fast food in a comfortable family-friendly setting. Discover its ambience, popular dishes, and why it's a favourite dining spot in Varanasi.
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Capsicum Food Court
Capsicum Food Court is a vegetarian multi-cuisine restaurant located in the Lanka area of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2007, it is known for serving North Indian, South Indian, Chinese, Italian, and fast-food dishes. Owing to its location near Banaras Hindu University (BHU), the restaurant has become a popular dining destination for students, families, and tourists visiting southern Varanasi.
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