A restaurant on Anglesey has been recognised among the best in the UK at the 2024 Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (ARTA).

The annual awards, which were held in London on Sunday (October 6), are "the most prestigious celebration of Pan Asian cuisine in the UK, honouring Asian restaurants all over the UK".

Categories at ARTA 2024 included national and regional restaurant, chef and takeaway of the year, while a champion of champions award was also given out at the event.

ARTA Founder Mohammed Munim, speaking at Sunday's awards ceremony, said: “Congratulations to all the winners and finalists of ARTA 2024 – the Pan Asian restaurants, takeaways, and chefs who continue to stand as pillars of excellence in the UK's hospitality industry.

"As the original and premier awards ceremony dedicated to celebrating the best of the UK's Asian restaurant and takeaway sector, we honour your unwavering commitment and passion, which continue to bring unparalleled flavours and experiences to diners across the nation, even in the face of adversity."

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He continued: "This industry is not just about food; it represents the beauty and strength of multiculturalism in the UK.

"ARTA 2024 celebrates you, the champions of this journey, for your enduring contribution to our culinary landscape.”

Welsh winners at 2024 Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards

There were four restaurants/chefs in Wales recognised among the best in the UK at ARTA 2024:

  • North Wales Restaurant of the Year: Benllech Tandoori Restaurant, Brynteg
  • South Wales Restaurant of the Year: Sheesh Mahal, Llanelli
  • Wales Chef of the Year: Raj Kitchen Pure Indian Cuisine, Swansea
  • South Wales Takeaway of the Year: Saffron Kitchen, Cwmbran

Benllech Tandoori Restaurant named best in North Wales

Benllech Tandoori Restaurant, Brynteg was named the best Asian Restaurant in North Wales at ARTA 2024.

The Anglesey-based restaurant offers "the next level in South Asian Cuisine with a truly exhilarating dining experience", according to its website.

Benllech Tandoori Restaurant continues: "Our inspiration is to create a new way of discovering Indian food that is tasty, pure and healthy - yet absolutely authentic.

"To achieve our goal, we’ve gone back to the very roots of Indian cuisine, working with professional chefs from every region of the Subcontinent to source dishes that are deeply traditional and to bring them up to date with cooking methods that are wholly modern.

"To complement our excellent food we promise fast, efficient service from staff who put you first and if you fancy a dish that is not on our extensive menu just ask .

"Our chefs will pull out all the stops to please you palate!"

It has also received high praise from visitors, with the restaurant boasting a 4.5 (out of 5) rating on Tripadvisor from 1,128 reviews.

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A recent review on Tripadvisor said: "We had a great meal last night. The restaurant was very busy but we were served very efficiently by Limon and Ema always so cheerful and lovely.

"The atmosphere is lovely and I don't think you will find better Asian food anywhere.

"The food is always consistently good never had a bad meal yet and the takeaways are just as good.

"The restaurant is clean and welcoming great food and great staff. Always a pleasure to come here."