The 15th Scottish Curry Awards 2023 celebrate excellence in the curry cuisine

Oceanic Consulting are delighted to announce the winners of the 15th Scottish Curry Awards 2023, a celebration of the best curry houses and chefs across the country.

After months of anticipation and fierce competition, the awards ceremony took place on Tuesday, 2 May at The Marriott Hotel in Glasgow, with more than 400 guests in attendance.

The prestigious event recognised and celebrated the talents and hard work of individuals and businesses within the Scottish curry industry. The awards recognised excellence in a range of categories, including Chef of the Year, Voter’s Best Choice Restaurant of the Year, Curry King or Queen and Curry Restaurant of the Year.

These Awards celebrate Scotland’s rich and  diverse curry culture and encourages the continued growth and evolution of the industry. The winners have distinguished themselves with their exceptional quality, innovation, and consistency in offering a truly memorable dining experience.

A Spokesperson for The 15th Scottish Curry Awards 2023 said: “It has been an unforgettable night, filled with incredible food, vibrant energy, and passionate conversations.

“We have celebrated the finest in the Scottish  curry scene, recognising the creativity, innovation, and exceptional service that have become synonymous with this beloved cuisine.

“The  curry industry is a vital part of our culture, and these awards recognised the exceptional talents of the individuals and businesses that make it so special. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees, and thank you to everyone who participated and supported this event.”

The winners of The 15th Scottish Curry Awards 2023 are:

Kitchen of the Year: Raja Rani Restaurant (Bearsden)

Cafe of the Year: Desi Dhaba Chaiwala(Glasgow )

Best of Aberdeenshire: Rishi’s Indian Aroma (Aberdeen)

Best of Tayside : Indos Restaurant (Dundee)

Outstanding Indian Takeaway of the Year: Chennai’s Marina (Edinburgh)

Takeaway & Home Delivery of the Year: Shaandar (Dundee)

Outstanding Indian Restaurant of the Year: Swadish (Glasgow)

Most Wanted Indian Restaurant of the Year: Dhoom (Dunfermline)

Community Champions of the Year: Charcoals Indian Restaurant (Glasgow)

Manager of the Year: Ghana Bhandari at Gurkha Bar & Restaurant (Musselburgh)

Neighbourhood Restaurant Of The Year: Taj Mahal (Gourock)

New Takeaway of the Year: Gurkha Kitchen (Aberdeenshire)

Best of Edinburgh: Kahani (Edinburgh)

Chef of the Year (Voter’s Choice): Jinson Paul at Travancore Restaurant (Aberdeen)

Ali Ahmed Aslam Glasgow Restaurant of the Year: Madras Café (Glasgow)

Curry Entrepreneur of the Year: Pankaj Rawat at Bell Bottom Indian Edinburgh & Livingston

New Restaurant of the Year: Sidhu’s (Perth)

Curry King or Queen: Bombay Lounge (Dalkeith)

Lifetime Achievement Award: Eastern Eye (Aberdeen)

Special Recognition Award: 3 Idiots (Troon)

Indian Restaurant of the Year North Scotland: Panache Restaurant (Elgin)

Indian Restaurant of the Year Central Scotland: Everest Inn (Perth)

Indian Restaurant of the Year South West: Classic India (Milngavie)

Indian Restaurant of the Year South East: Virsa Indian Restaurant (Bathgate)

Indian Restaurant of the Year Overall Winner: Virsa Indian Restaurant (Bathgate)

Voter’s Best Choice Restaurant of the Year  North Scotland: Fyrish Tandoor (Alness)

Voter’s Best Choice Restaurant of the Year  Central Scotland : Maisha Indian & Seafood Restaurant (St Andrews)

Voter’s Best Choice Restaurant of the Year  South West: Masala Twist (Helensburgh)

Voter’s Best Choice Restaurant of the Year  South East: The Dine (Broxburn)

Voter’s Best Choice Restaurant of the Year  Overall Winner: Masala Twist (Helensburgh)

Takeaway of the Year North Scotland: Bombay Palace Cove Indian Takeaway (Aberdeen)

Takeaway of the Year Central Scotland: Indian cottage (Bonnybridge)

Takeaway of the Year South West: Zains Curry House (Dalry)

Takeaway of the Year Glasgow: Asian Tandoori (Glasgow)

Takeaway of the Year South East: Shanaz (Edinburgh)

Takeaway of the Year Overall Winner: Asian Tandoori (Glasgow)

Curry Restaurant of the Year North Scotland: Tandoori Haven Restaurant (Stonehaven)

Curry Restaurant of the Year  Central Scotland: Annapurna Gurkha’s Restaurant (Kirkcaldy)

Curry Restaurant of the Year South West: Cinnamon (Cambuslang)

Curry Restaurant of the Year South East: Everest Inn (Dunfermline)

Curry Restaurant of the Year Overall Winner: Everest Inn (Dunfermline)