This restaurant truly stole my heart. Since my parents are from India and my mom is from Banaras, I just had to give this place a try--and I'm so glad I did! While driving back to the Bay Area from Solvang, I was craving authentic Indian food. After searching nearby, I came across this highly rated, family-run restaurant specializing in Eastern Indian cuisine.Now I completely understand why it has such amazing reviews! The owner, Priti ,welcomed us with such warmth and made us feel right at home. She took our order herself and recommended some of their most popular dishes. We ordered Dahi Puri, Litti Chokha, and a milkshake while my friend had the Banaras Special Puri Aloo with chai Every single dish was outstanding--packed with authentic flavors and cooked to perfection. The Litti chokha instantly reminded me of home, and everything tasted absolutely heavenly. What made the experience even more special was Priti's hospitality. She kept checking in to make sure we had everything we needed and made us feel like family. Such a sweetheart! The ambiance is warm, cozy, and welcoming--you genuinely feel like you're sitting in someone's home rather than a restaurant. If you're looking for authentic Eastern Indian flavors made with love, this place is an absolute gem. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

BanRasiya - Litti choka - Indian Near Me - Gilroy, California

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Came through Gilroy on a road trip recently and tried out BanRasiya with the family. The owner, Ms.Preety was enthusiastic and helped us choose the authentic Banarasi cuisine items which is their specialty. Was blown away by the high quality food, kind service and some unique flavors that you don't get anywhere else in the Bay area that easily. Good ambience for sit down and plenty of nearby parking available. Loved the Litti chokha , Bedmi kachori with potato and the Chana Bhatura. The paan drink/thandai was delicious too. We will definitely visit again when in the area. read more

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We tried their buffet and the food was amazing. They had option of having poori - which is rear to find in any buffet restaurant. The restaurant was clean and the ambiance was welcoming! Would definitely come again fo try another items read more

BanRasiya - Indian Near Me - Gilroy, California

What amazing food! So glad they focused on the unique flavors/dishes of bihar. Liked bedami aloo and cholle bhature. Loved the food. It was served piping hot. Their sarson on pickle was good. Loved how enterprising they are - selling everything from coffee, cake, magazines, books, to flowers! Clean bathrooms with baby changing tables!! Will be back read more

BanRasiya - Bedami aloo - Indian Near Me - Gilroy, California

I have been coming here since the time it opened. A good place to have American sandwiches and Indian food. read more

Stopped by here after a 7hr drive and everyone was starvinnnnnng! Walked in: ok (thinking) it's not gonna go great if the food sucks. Food: (1) packages naan: warmed with some butter put in Pyrex dishes, same with Pav for pavbhaji. (2) pani puris were stale (2a) pani from pani puri was smelt old. (3) raita: was off putting curd waaaay tooo sour (4) daal: hardly had salt (5) kheer: bubbling hot but waaay too sweet. (6) Samosa: prolly premade and heated up (7) some roll: prolly also premade and heated up. The Indian lady seemed short staffed as the other two girls weren't really helping her. But she was trying her best; this place definitely isn't a 4.5 star place. Our experience today = 1 star I'm not sure who had great food here...but it surely wasn't us. read more

We come every Saturday to listen to the ukulele group. I get breakfast and coffee. Very friendly staff and enjoy listening to the music. As they are setting up the buffet, the place smells great! Hope to stay and try lunch read more

Service was great. Our server (owner?) was so sweet and personable. We had the buffet for $20. I thought that was a great price. I had a little of everything. All were delicious and served with naan, salad and basmati. We had the peach tea which, for me, was too sweet but it had great flavor. I would like to come back and try the Indian street food with a cup of chai:) You know I have never been to India but I imagine the ambiance is like a cafe in India where students and professionals go to have a midday meal and get some caffeine in them to pursue the rest of their day :) Bollywood was on and there was Indian music in the background. read more

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Happily Former Cafe 152 has been lovingly replaced by the NEW & redecorated Cafe BanRasiya offering delicious Indian and American cuisines. Service here is loving and impeccable! Ambiance soothing, warm and inviting. Scrumptious Breakfast served til 11am. Exquisitely prepared American menus to order from. Lunch / dinner Indian cuisine is buffet style or à la carte. There's even a continuously revolving lending library of fantastic literature books & magazines! I love and highly recommend this place! read more

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Really a very authentic and Banarasi taste food Staff is very nice and cooperative Overall its really a great food and great service Will visit again definitely read more

Great place basically something for everybody I personally loved their roti's a lot and also their sambar a lot they also have good Pav bhaji which is really good another thing they do good at is their Pastrami sandwiches which is pretty flavorful and this place basically does amazing with both the only thing is there is some food in the menu that is not good like Pani Puri and Chole bhature that is not that good but that's really it would love to come here again read more

Good food, service and ambience. Liked the food a lot, home cooked feel and very good chapati. We had thali. read more

The chicken curry was nice and tender. Poori and naan was also great .Had a good time

After living in the Bay Area for over a decade, I can confidently say I haven't had food this authentic until now. BanRasiya is truly the best. We ordered a spread of: Mutter Kachori with Aloo Sabji & Sattu Kachori with Baingan Bharta (Both were incredible) Chole Bhature and Lauki Daal Gulab Jamun for dessert Everything tasted like a home-cooked meal. A special shoutout to their house-made carrot and lime pickles--they complement the dishes perfectly! Beyond the food, the owner, Preeti, is a large-hearted and amazing host who makes you feel so welcome. They offer daily specials, so there is always a pleasant surprise waiting for you. Highly, highly recommend! read more

The food was delicious, my new favorite place; if you call directly and ask for anything Priti will get it done for you, and even help you order the best food! I asked for: vegan, takeout containers with no plastic, enough food for my whole large family, with my non-veg sister getting the butter chicken and naan. Everyone loved it, we got veg biryani w tofu, plain roti, special roti without wheat (besan instead) chickpeas Chana masala and daal lentils. All spectacular. Highly recommended, I plan on & have been eating here every week; just keeps getting better. read more

Bought 3 of the "pick 2" (sandwich and soup) and 1 whole sandwich. Total was $72. I initially thought that was a lot (prices not posted) but figured the portions must be large. After receiving our food, I realized the sandwiches were pretty small. The soup size was appropriate. Based on what we received, I believe the price was way too high. $18 for a small turkey sandwich is way too much. Unfortunately, we won't be back. The taste of the food was mediocre. Honestly, Panera is way better (and 1/2 the price). read more

I really liked the restaurant. It had great service and great food. The fresh poori was amazing. The buffet had good Indian food, and the fruit was very tasty. The food came quickly, and there was a big variety of food options. The decoration was great and the restaurant looked inviting. All in all, this was a great restaurant. read more

Best service ever and the food is so flavorful! We love it here and the owner always gives us something new to try. The fresh poori and naan are to die for! You must try this place! read more

If stars could speak, they would line up endlessly for Preety. Not just for her food, but for the heart she pours into every creation. She is more than an exceptional chef--she is a storyteller, weaving love, warmth, and memories into each dish. Every plate she serves feels alive with emotion. We have tasted many of her dishes, and each one carries its own soul, its own story. Her momos, especially, are unforgettable--without question the best I have ever had in the U.S. Each bite is comfort, joy, and pure magic. Preety's cooking is not just about flavor; it's about feeling. You can taste her passion, her care, and her devotion in every mouthful. Her food feels like home, like being held, like love made edible. Experiencing her cooking is a gift--one that lingers long after the last bite. read more

We were on our way to the Bay Area and found this amazing place. The buffet was great and had a good variety of vegetarian food. Cute little cafe type atmosphere and the kachoris and sides were very different! Very friendly women hosts - overall highly recommend!! read more

Visited for lunch. The place had a perfect vibe and food was good. Host was very nice and service was quick.

The staff are very nice and it's a great way to start off a morning with their fresh coffee and breakfast. The coffee is very good I personally got the Iced Chai Latte. If you're by I would totally give it a look! read more

BanRasiya - Iced cha latte - Indian Near Me - Gilroy, California

The food was awesome and we would totally come back. The service & ambiance is great as well and the owner is sweet, educating, and you can tell she loves what she does. Stop by for the buffet as you will enjoy everything. read more

Food is tasty. Confusing way to order it, though. Fair pricing. Service is very friendly.

We ordered Indian street food and a vegetable sandwich. The sandwich was delicious and so was the alu tikki. Preethi, the owner, recommended some items which turned out to be very tasty. The place is close to Gilroy Premium outlets. Excellent service. read more

I ordered the tomato soup and the papdi chaat. Both were very flavorful and rich. The service was great, and the staff were very nice. I loved the warm ambiance and the nice touches to the interior decorations. read more

This little gem just opened in Gilroy. The owner came out to greet us and talk to us about her food as we knew nothing about it. It was AMAZING. She gets all her spices at Indian shops in SJ and makes everything in house. The Naan was fire!! support local business and come have some amazing Indian food. I'll def be back next time I pass through Gilroy. read more

BanRasiya - Two chicken combo with Butter Chicken and Chicken Curry. - Indian Near Me - Gilroy, California

Love the combination of of Indian and American choices . Tasty and great hospitality. Toys and books to keep the kids entertained. read more

BanRasiya - Bedmu puri, Dani Vada and avocado egg toast - Indian Near Me - Gilroy, California

We stopped by this cozy and beautiful restaurant yesterday. Very tasty food. Authentic Indian chaats and entree, Bedami kachori and sabji is a must try. Orders were taken promptly and delivered fresh. The owner and staff are cordial and friendly folks !! Will surely visit again !! read more

Such a cute little breakfast spot with a warm, welcoming ambience and tons of food and coffee options to choose from. I ordered the breakfast burrito with an iced white mocha and both were delicious. The coffee tasted fresh, the bacon was thick cut and flavorful, and everything came out fresh and satisfying. The service was quick and very welcoming! Prices were a little on the higher side, but the quality and atmosphere made it understandable -- especially if they're still somewhat new. Definitely a lovely spot for a cozy breakfast or coffee date! read more

Same location as Cafe 152 Bread Co. First time having the dev poori and it did not disappoint. Go give them a try! The owner was super friendly and helpful with the menu. read more

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Stumbled upon this charmer while in town. Upon entering the owner was very friendly and welcoming. I paid for the buffet--a reasonable $20--all made in small batches. The owner made sure to explain food i didnt know--much appreciated! Had the mango Lassi, as well as the naan and a yummy fermented yogurt bread...never had it and it was oh so deelish. I definitely will be coming back and bringing my momma with me! read more

Absolutely lovely ladies here making delicious food! I can't recommend them highly enough! I love Indian food and this exceeded my expectations in every way. I kept telling myself to eat half and enjoy the rest later; but I was unsuccessful and cleaned my plate. The restaurant is open and airy with a bit of outdoor seating. You will be happy here and you'll leave with a happy tummy. read more

This place is amazing! The owner is always there, and she is always so friendly and helpful to explain the menu. Also, everything we have tried is delicious! read more

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Food is amazingly authentic and tasty. And staff is super friendly. It was so tasty that everything is finished. I will come again for sure. Ambiance is super cool as well. read more

Authentic food, delicious and very warm service. Very warm and friendly for kids. Priti, the owner played with my kid to let us eat :) read more

We had been to BanRasiya with family for lunch. We had the lunch buffet which was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! They served hot and fresh bature and poori, and had lots of vegetarian options in the buffet. We also liked the dessert options. Food was the perfect amount of spice and was very tasty. To top it all off, the ladies that work there are very kind. Great service and ambience! Highly recommend :) read more

this is such a cool restaurant! their options are very diverse and they have an amazing set up. definitely recommend to anyone.

The food is amazing! Hoping they eventually add Rajma or Dosa since there isn't a place anywhere south of San Jose that you can get it, overall food is a 10/10 read more

BanRasiya - Samosa - Indian Near Me - Gilroy, California

Nastiest coffee I have ever had . They can't even do cappuccinos so gave me a blend of disgusting.