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9.3/10

Excellent
2431 reviews
Ambience
8.9
Food
9.3
Service
9.5
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  • Court W.5 days ago

    10

    Huge thanks to Srijana and Shriti! You both are just as wonderful as the food you serve. We loved the lamb curry and the chicken tikka masala—that sauce is perfect for the garlic naan. It was, in two words, absolutely delicious. Thank you for another great meal!

  • John W.
    John W.9 days ago

    10

    Very authentic and quality food and excellent service

  • Amanda T.14 days ago

    10

    Amazing

  • Ella f.20 days ago

    10

    Waitress was so friendly and food was great

  • Antonio M.20 days ago

    10

    Good food, good service

  • Lorna B.20 days ago

    4.0

    Food was average, service incredibly slow! We were served Nan bread 45 minutes before anything else, starter came eventually, cold & tasteless! Mains were below average at best!

  • Urban B.20 days ago

    9.5

    Good service and food.

  • Urfan H.
    Urfan H.22 days ago

    10

    Place was cosy and food was delicious. Highly recommended

  • Sara W.
    Sara W.26 days ago

    10

    one of the best Indian/Nepalese food I've ever had!! simply amazing!

  • Gemme v.29 days ago

    5.5

    A friendly place with welcoming staff. Unfortunately the meat was extremely dry. We ordered Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Mango, Mixed Grill Tandoori as well as some Samosas and Naan. With the first 2 dishes, the flavourful sauce compensated for the dryness of the meat. The Mixed Grill Tandoori was to tough to enjoy. The Naan was good, the Samosas were nice. But even with the 50% discount the value for money isn't there. We still had an enjoyable evening and as mentioned the staff was outstanding.

  • Badmus A.
    Badmus A.30 days ago

    9.0

    Very good food!

  • Caio C.
    Caio C.1 month ago

    10

    Really great food and friendly staff! The only down point was that it was a little bit noisy (probably because there was a big table with around 10 people that night)

  • Chris G.1 month ago

    4.5

    Soggy crusted shrimp appetizer. Possibly air fried or just warmed up. Not appetizing at all! For the entrees our waiter asked how spicy; we requested medium spice. There was no heat whatsoever. Just sweet. My entree was luke warm and cold half way through the meal and had to be warmed up. First Indian restaurant where I had a masala where the sauce was not kept warm in a Angeethi. The rice was served on a plate and not in a bowl so it was cold too. Very disappointing experience.

  • Beatriz J.
    Beatriz J.2 months ago

    6.0

    Very slow service, average food, good deserts.

  • Rafaella M.2 months ago

    10

    the food was super tasty and amazing value for money!

  • Jorge M.
    Jorge M.2 months ago

    8.5

    Great place!

  • Antonio M.2 months ago

    9.5

    Excelent food. Great service.

  • Ana m.2 months ago

    10

    Delicious

  • Marios K.2 months ago

    10

    Everything was amazing !!!

  • Arlette K.3 months ago

    9.5

    Great food, lovely service. Fun vibe, noisy but lively. They speak very good english so ordering and managing was very easy. Friendly, welcoming place with easy-to-use Fork reservation.

  • Abs S.3 months ago

    10

    Lovely staff, fresh delicious food, quick service!

  • Ivanna K.
    Ivanna K.3 months ago

    10

    Great experience! Delicious food! Keep in mind that its super warm and cozy inside :)

  • Igor O.3 months ago

    6.5

    Probably i was unlucky since they were about to close but the food was a mix of good and not great. Chamosa and Naan were great. Rice and chicken tika was not that great. Service was nice and all really friendly.

    Gurkha São Bento

    Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience at Gurkha São Bento was mixed — especially if it happened close to our closing time, when the kitchen might have been winding down. That said, it’s our responsibility to ensure every dish, at any hour, meets the standards we’re known for. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the Samosa and Naan — both are house favourites! But we regret that the Chicken Tikka and rice didn’t meet your expectations. Your comment has been noted and will be discussed with our kitchen team to ensure more consistency in every dish served. It’s also wonderful to hear that you appreciated our service and the friendliness of our team — we genuinely care about creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all our guests. We’d love to have the chance to serve you again at a better time of day — and to make up for this experience, we’re offering a complimentary dessert or coffee during January. Just show this review to our team.

  • Sam B.3 months ago

    10

    Great food, service and price

    Gurkha São Bento

    Dear guest, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re glad you enjoyed the food, service, and found the prices fair — that’s exactly the experience we aim to deliver at Gurkha São Bento. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another delicious moment! Warm regards, Krishna Hamal

  • Sofia K.4 months ago

    9.5

    The food was exceptionally tasteful and aromatic and the service was quick, friendly and attentive.

  • Vitória H.
    Vitória H.4 months ago

    9.5

    The food was amazing! The price/quantity is good! However there was a big group dining at the same time as us, so it was a bit loud in the restaurant. But overall amazing food and experience.

  • Jamie D.4 months ago

    10

    Absolute gorgeous

  • Mike M.4 months ago

    10

    Food did not take long, music was very good, and food fresh and delicious.

  • Keren A.5 months ago

    10

    +2

    The food was super good, and the staff was amazing. The presentation of the dishes and taste was great!!

  • Alexandra H.5 months ago

    10

    Really nice local Indian with friendly staff and tasty food :)

  • Michele L.5 months ago

    8.5

    it is good but expensive as main courses dont have side dish so eventually even with discount the price is normal...there are so many places around Lisbon with lower prices without discount

  • Paule B.
    Paule B.5 months ago

    10

    It's one of our favorite Indian restaurants we've ever encountered while traveling around the world. Thanks for the delicious evening!

  • Mr D.
    Mr D.6 months ago

    10

    Staffs are really friendly and the service was way too good and beautiful.

  • Nico T.6 months ago

    6.5

    We had a nice evening, good beer, but food wasnt special and we waited quite long

    Gurkha São Bento

    Dear guest, Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. I'm truly glad to know you enjoyed the evening and appreciated the beer — but I’m sorry to hear that the food didn’t quite meet your expectations and that the wait was longer than it should have been. At Gurkha São Bento, we pride ourselves on serving flavorful, freshly prepared Nepalese and Indian cuisine, and we’re disappointed to know we fell short during your visit. Your comment is a helpful reminder for us to keep improving both our kitchen timing and the consistency of our dishes. I’d love to invite you back so we can offer you the authentic experience we’re known for — and ensure a smoother and more satisfying visit. Warm regards, Manager Krishna Hamal

  • M W.7 months ago

    10

    Food was delicious! Will definitely visit again. Staff were really friendly and welcoming. Recommend the Paneer masala and the Daal.

    Gurkha São Bento

    Dear guest, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're very glad to hear you enjoyed the Paneer Masala and Daal — both are classics that hold a special place on our menu, and it’s wonderful to know they stood out to you. Our team is always happy to provide a warm and friendly experience, and it’s rewarding to see that reflected in your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for more of the authentic Indian and Nepalese flavours that make Gurkha São Bento a favourite here in Lisbon. Warm regards, Manager Krishna Hamal

  • Ludmila A.7 months ago

    9.0

    The food never disappoints, one of my favourite place for good authentic Indian and Nepalese food !!!

    Gurkha São Bento

    Dear guest, What a pleasure to read your kind words — thank you! It means a great deal to us that Gurkha São Bento is one of your favourite places for authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine. Consistency is something we truly strive for, so hearing that “the food never disappoints” is incredibly rewarding for our whole team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another memorable meal — whether it’s your go-to dish or something new from the menu! Warm regards, Manager Krishna Hamal

  • Fabienne P.
    Fabienne P.7 months ago

    10

    Whenever we decide to go for Indian, this is the place we always come back to. Super friendly service and the food is always so delicious

    Gurkha São Bento

    Dear guest, It truly means a lot to us that Gurkha São Bento has become your go-to spot whenever you’re craving Indian food. Knowing that you continue to return — and that both the warm service and the flavours never disappoint — is the highest compliment we could receive. Our team takes great pride in crafting authentic Nepalese and Indian dishes, and it's a joy to know that care shines through in every visit. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon for another delicious meal! Warm regards, Manager Krishna Hamal

  • Inês A.
    Inês A.8 months ago

    10

    really good!

  • Christina P.
    Christina P.8 months ago

    10

    The staff are all very kind and efficient; food was delicious, and atmosphere was mellow. I’ll definitely go back again!

  • Aurora G.
    Aurora G.9 months ago

    10

    The food was really tasty, everyone was really nice and the company was amazing too.

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