This place has the best north Indian food in Sterling. The garlic naan and malai kofta are amazing and they always customize the spice levels perfectly. The white rice is always very fragrant and cooked to perfection. The mango lassi here is one of the best I’ve tried and the indo chinese is also great. The prices are very reasonable. Be sure to try this place if you love good Indian food.
Food: 5
Devang Patel
Good Yummy food. Service can be improved.Please STOP putting Mango pulp on Appetizer plates, does not go well.That definitely not Sev Puri, it's Dahi Puri.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
beyondTabu
the restrooms were smelly, sticky and had incense burning to try to cover the smell…the food was pretty tasty though.it was busy but the staff were handling it well.went on saturday which is probably why it was so busy and they had a buffet option as well as the normal menu.we had chicken tikka and Rajasthani Goat curry with butter naan and potato samosas.quite a bit of seating inside and out as well as lots of free parking around the mall.if they fix that restroom issue i’ll def be back.
Service was great and well lit ambiance. We went on a Saturday evening and were immediately seated for a party of 6. We ordered veg momos, paneer nachos, dry Manchurian, nawabi tarkari, aloo tiki burger, 3 nans and noodles. All of them tasted good except for the Manchurian which wasn't bad but I had tasted better elsewhere. The chef was kind enough to have a chat with us and inquired abt the food. He also offered the children free mango lassi noticing they haven't eaten much. The service was fast, the staff were courteous and we had a evening well spent.
Matt A.
This place is great and close to my office so will be frequenting a lot for lunch. Very spacious with lots of seating, good lunch buffets, and delicious food. Good location near the NOVA campus where lots of other restaurants and stores are with plenty of parking (right next door to Panera). They offer mild, medium, and hot spice levels so you can cater to what you are feeling. On top of the typical Indian dishes they do an Indian Mexican fusion with Indian nachos and tacos amongst other options such as pizza, etc. great tea, rice, fresh meats, and good service! Will definitely be coming back to try other options and recommend for others!
Alisha D.
My favorite is chole bhature, allo tikki chat and samosa. Their curries are out of the world.
Pratyasha Hazarika
We ordered Tamarind , Mojito cocktails and Coke Zero which were all flat and no fizz. The cocktails tasted like water and just some tamarind chutney and jaljira. Soya Chaap had a very pungent diary taste to it and Tandoor wings were literally wings tosed with tikka masala gravy. We had a bad experience with the food , we just left after these appetizers.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Raj Singh
I recently visited Benares Xpress with about 13 friends and I have to say, it was an amazing experience. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The ambiance of the restaurant was perfect, with a blend of traditional and modern decor, creating a comfortable and inviting space.The service was top-notch, with attentive and friendly staff who were always ready to assist us with our needs. They were knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations, making our dining experience even more enjoyable.Now, let's talk about the food. We started with some appetizers, including the Hariyali chicken tikka, Malai Chaap and Gobi 65. All dishes were bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. The chicken was tender and juicy, while the gobi had a nice crunch to it. We couldn't stop raving about these appetizers. For our main dishes, we tried the Rajasthani Junglie Maas and Dhaba Wala Murgh. Both dishes were exceptional. The Rajasthani Junglie Maas had a perfect balance of spices and the meat was cooked to perfection. The Dhaba Wala Murgh was equally delicious, with tender chicken in a rich and flavorful gravy. We also ordered some naan and rice to accompany our dishes, and they were the perfect accompaniment.To wash down our meal, we ordered some cocktails and I have to say, the Mumbai Mule was one of the best cocktails I have ever had. It had the perfect blend of flavors, with just the right amount of flavor. And the copper frozen vessel it is served in puts it over the top. It was refreshing and went perfectly with our meal.Overall, our dining experience at this Indian restaurant was fantastic. The ambiance, service, food, and drinks were all top-notch. The appetizers were amazing, the main dishes were fantastic, and the Mumbai Mule cocktail is a must-try. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great Indian dining experience. I can't wait to go back and try more dishes from their menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken 65, Paneer Tacos, Rajasthani Dal Bati Churma On Sunday, Matka Chicken, Chicken Tikka
Neema Singh
The best Indian restaurant… don’t think I’ve had better!
S S
It is one of the best restaurants in the area. Recently, I had an event there, and it went without any hiccups before, during, and afterward. The staff showed such professionalism in taking care of things. Could not ask for more from this place. Definitely recommend it to others. Amit & Deepak were professionals who went above and beyond in what they do best. #BanarasXpress ??
This place is a must-try for all foodies out there. The food was absolutely delicious, and the drinks were amazing. We highly recommend trying the Mumbai mule, samosas, paneer lababdar, dhaba daal, malai kofta and chicken curry. What impressed us the most was the freshness and the amazing taste of each dish. Overall, it was a delightful culinary experience that we would love to repeat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sharry Dhanoya
My friend and I had dinner here last night. The staff, service, and food were excellent. We ordered Papdi Chaat and Pav Bhaji for starters…both were really good. We then ordered one Non-Veg Thali, and one Veg Thali. Each thali had 5 dishes, raita, dessert, rice, makki di roti, naan, achar, chutney, and small salad. The food was AMAZING in taste, and portion sizes were generous. We then ordered additional dessert— phirni, and the chef gifted us gajar ka halwa. Both were really good, esp the halwa. Overall, the total experience was amazing, we will be back, and I highly recommend this restaurant to others. The food is 100% authentic in taste and worth the money.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
srilalitha Adiraju
We ordered hakka noodles and veg Manchurian. Both were not that great. Tandoor paneer was good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Gregory G
Vegetarian options: The Best: Gravies - Makhni Daal -Amazing - portion is Ok.Saag - awesome - could be a bit salty at times.Kabobs and breads are goodNEGATIVES - DO NOT ORDER CHAAP - It tastes great. BUT PORTIONS ARE RIDICULOUSLY SMALL- 4 Piece of Chaap for $20 is RIDICULOUS!They DONT provide BREAD or rice with their Kababs or entrees. Which is a shameTheir Chinese is inedible with noodles being overly garlicy and Manchurian is like rock hard balls with no taste.Do NOT. Get Chaat - it came dried with almost no yogurt. Most appetizers are inedible.
Food: 3
MEGHA GAROTHAYA
I recently visited Banaras xpress in Sterling and had an amazing experience. The food was delicious and the service was great! Highly recommend their Churchur naan , Onion kulcha , Nachos and Mumbai Bhel. Thank you for the wonderful
This place has the best north Indian food in Sterling. The garlic naan and malai kofta are amazing and they always customize the spice levels perfectly. The white rice is always very fragrant and cooked to perfection. The mango lassi here is one of the best I’ve tried and the indo chinese is also great. The prices are very reasonable. Be sure to try this place if you love good Indian food.
Food: 5
Good Yummy food. Service can be improved.Please STOP putting Mango pulp on Appetizer plates, does not go well.That definitely not Sev Puri, it's Dahi Puri.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
the restrooms were smelly, sticky and had incense burning to try to cover the smell…the food was pretty tasty though.it was busy but the staff were handling it well.went on saturday which is probably why it was so busy and they had a buffet option as well as the normal menu.we had chicken tikka and Rajasthani Goat curry with butter naan and potato samosas.quite a bit of seating inside and out as well as lots of free parking around the mall.if they fix that restroom issue i’ll def be back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Samosa, Goat Biryani, Chicken Tikka
Service was great and well lit ambiance. We went on a Saturday evening and were immediately seated for a party of 6. We ordered veg momos, paneer nachos, dry Manchurian, nawabi tarkari, aloo tiki burger, 3 nans and noodles. All of them tasted good except for the Manchurian which wasn't bad but I had tasted better elsewhere. The chef was kind enough to have a chat with us and inquired abt the food. He also offered the children free mango lassi noticing they haven't eaten much. The service was fast, the staff were courteous and we had a evening well spent.
This place is great and close to my office so will be frequenting a lot for lunch. Very spacious with lots of seating, good lunch buffets, and delicious food. Good location near the NOVA campus where lots of other restaurants and stores are with plenty of parking (right next door to Panera). They offer mild, medium, and hot spice levels so you can cater to what you are feeling. On top of the typical Indian dishes they do an Indian Mexican fusion with Indian nachos and tacos amongst other options such as pizza, etc. great tea, rice, fresh meats, and good service! Will definitely be coming back to try other options and recommend for others!
My favorite is chole bhature, allo tikki chat and samosa. Their curries are out of the world.
We ordered Tamarind , Mojito cocktails and Coke Zero which were all flat and no fizz. The cocktails tasted like water and just some tamarind chutney and jaljira. Soya Chaap had a very pungent diary taste to it and Tandoor wings were literally wings tosed with tikka masala gravy. We had a bad experience with the food , we just left after these appetizers.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
I recently visited Benares Xpress with about 13 friends and I have to say, it was an amazing experience. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The ambiance of the restaurant was perfect, with a blend of traditional and modern decor, creating a comfortable and inviting space.The service was top-notch, with attentive and friendly staff who were always ready to assist us with our needs. They were knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations, making our dining experience even more enjoyable.Now, let's talk about the food. We started with some appetizers, including the Hariyali chicken tikka, Malai Chaap and Gobi 65. All dishes were bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. The chicken was tender and juicy, while the gobi had a nice crunch to it. We couldn't stop raving about these appetizers. For our main dishes, we tried the Rajasthani Junglie Maas and Dhaba Wala Murgh. Both dishes were exceptional. The Rajasthani Junglie Maas had a perfect balance of spices and the meat was cooked to perfection. The Dhaba Wala Murgh was equally delicious, with tender chicken in a rich and flavorful gravy. We also ordered some naan and rice to accompany our dishes, and they were the perfect accompaniment.To wash down our meal, we ordered some cocktails and I have to say, the Mumbai Mule was one of the best cocktails I have ever had. It had the perfect blend of flavors, with just the right amount of flavor. And the copper frozen vessel it is served in puts it over the top. It was refreshing and went perfectly with our meal.Overall, our dining experience at this Indian restaurant was fantastic. The ambiance, service, food, and drinks were all top-notch. The appetizers were amazing, the main dishes were fantastic, and the Mumbai Mule cocktail is a must-try. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great Indian dining experience. I can't wait to go back and try more dishes from their menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken 65, Paneer Tacos, Rajasthani Dal Bati Churma On Sunday, Matka Chicken, Chicken Tikka
The best Indian restaurant… don’t think I’ve had better!
It is one of the best restaurants in the area. Recently, I had an event there, and it went without any hiccups before, during, and afterward. The staff showed such professionalism in taking care of things. Could not ask for more from this place. Definitely recommend it to others. Amit & Deepak were professionals who went above and beyond in what they do best. #BanarasXpress ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This place is a must-try for all foodies out there. The food was absolutely delicious, and the drinks were amazing. We highly recommend trying the Mumbai mule, samosas, paneer lababdar, dhaba daal, malai kofta and chicken curry. What impressed us the most was the freshness and the amazing taste of each dish. Overall, it was a delightful culinary experience that we would love to repeat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friend and I had dinner here last night. The staff, service, and food were excellent. We ordered Papdi Chaat and Pav Bhaji for starters…both were really good. We then ordered one Non-Veg Thali, and one Veg Thali. Each thali had 5 dishes, raita, dessert, rice, makki di roti, naan, achar, chutney, and small salad. The food was AMAZING in taste, and portion sizes were generous. We then ordered additional dessert— phirni, and the chef gifted us gajar ka halwa. Both were really good, esp the halwa. Overall, the total experience was amazing, we will be back, and I highly recommend this restaurant to others. The food is 100% authentic in taste and worth the money.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ordered hakka noodles and veg Manchurian. Both were not that great. Tandoor paneer was good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Vegetarian options: The Best: Gravies - Makhni Daal -Amazing - portion is Ok.Saag - awesome - could be a bit salty at times.Kabobs and breads are goodNEGATIVES - DO NOT ORDER CHAAP - It tastes great. BUT PORTIONS ARE RIDICULOUSLY SMALL- 4 Piece of Chaap for $20 is RIDICULOUS!They DONT provide BREAD or rice with their Kababs or entrees. Which is a shameTheir Chinese is inedible with noodles being overly garlicy and Manchurian is like rock hard balls with no taste.Do NOT. Get Chaat - it came dried with almost no yogurt. Most appetizers are inedible.
Food: 3
I recently visited Banaras xpress in Sterling and had an amazing experience. The food was delicious and the service was great! Highly recommend their Churchur naan , Onion kulcha , Nachos and Mumbai Bhel. Thank you for the wonderful
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Paneer Masala Nachos