“Every nominee is a testament to the industry’s resilience”
Ten restaurants across Northern Ireland have been shortlisted for ‘Regional Restaurant of the Year’ at this year’s Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards.
The ARTAs, often known as the “Oscars of the curry industry”, recognise the very best of Asian cuisine across a range of national and regional categories.
The 2025 awards saw over 1,295 restaurants and takeaways from across the UK nominated as the awards continue to reward excellence, craft, creativity and great taste by bringing together the UK’s most celebrated Asian restaurants, chefs and culinary professionals under one roof.
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The restaurants that have been shortlisted for the ‘Northern Ireland Restaurant of the Year’ at the prestigious food awards are:
- Nu Delhi Restaurant Lounge, Belfast
- Bites Of India, Botanic, Belfast
- Himalayan, Botanic, Belfast
- Indian Ocean Restaurant, Holywood
- Kohinoor Indian Cuisine, Lisburn
- Little India Restaurant, Carrickfergus
- Mayur Indian Restaurant, Larne
- Monsoon, Dundonald
- Shimla Indian Cuisine, Cregagh
- Yaks, Bangor
The winners will be announced at the ARTA Grand Finale & Gala Evening on the 6th of October 2025 at the esteemed London Hilton, Park Lane.
Speaking about this year’s nomination, owner of Nu Delhi Restaurant Lounge, the 2024 winner, Naz Din said: “Myself and the team are honoured to have been nominated for the fourth year for such a prestigious award in the Indian Cuisine Industry.
“Just to be recognised is an achievement”.
Speaking about the Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards 2025, Mohammed Munim, Founder Member and CEO of ARTA, said: “Asian restaurants and takeaways have long played a vital role in the UK’s economy and culture.
“Their contribution through job creation, community impact, and culinary excellence, deserves to be recognised. Especially in today’s challenging climate, ARTA is proud to champion their achievements and support their continued success.
“Every nominee is a testament to the industry’s resilience and we look forward to celebrating them on 6th October.”
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