Winners of the annual Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards were announced at London Hilton, Park Lane – including some of the region’s best restaurants and chefs.
The Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (ARTA) celebrate Pan Asian cuisine in the UK, with winners and nominees from across the industry joined by guests including Elma Pazar, Ella Wise, Harriet Mae Blackmore, Lacey Martin, Hayley Palmer, Paige Chohan and Seema Jaiswal.
Among the winners were My Delhi Newcastle – the Streetfood Restaurant of the Year – and overall Champion of Champions Nu Delhi Restaurant Lounge in Belfast. The regional prizes for the North East were won by Soho Tavern in Gateshead (North East Restaurant of the Year) and Jolsha in Middlesbrough (North East Chef of the Year).
ARTA founder Mohammed Munim said: “Heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and finalists of ARTA 2025 – the outstanding Pan Asian restaurants, takeaways and chefs who continue to set the benchmark for excellence in the UK’s hospitality scene. As the leading awards celebrating the best of the UK’s Asian restaurant and takeaway sector, we recognise your dedication and passion, which bring extraordinary flavours and experiences to diners nationwide, even amidst challenges. I would also like to sincerely thank all the distinguished guests who have joined us this evening to honour this incredible community.
“This industry represents more than just food; it is a celebration of the richness of multicultural Britain. ARTA 2025 honours you – the trailblazers, the innovators, and the champions – for your lasting contribution to our vibrant culinary landscape. Despite the ongoing challenges faced by the sector – from rising costs and labour shortages to recent changes in immigration rules affecting skilled chef recruitment – we continue to celebrate the resilience, creativity and excellence of the Pan Asian restaurant and takeaway community. Your commitment ensures that the flavours, traditions and innovation that define this industry continue to thrive across the UK. Together, we not only serve food but also preserve a vital part of Britain’s multicultural heritage, inspiring diners and future chefs alike. We celebrate you – the heart and soul of our culinary journey.”
