Staple Hill curry restaurant crowned ‘best takeaway in South West’

A popular Staple Hill curry house has been named best takeaway in South West at a prestigious awards ceremony.

The tiny 26-cover Arjee Bhajee restaurant on Soundwell Road beat three other South West eateries at the Just Eat Restaurant awards 2023.

Located in what was previously Deb’s cafe, The Arjee Bhajee is run by Easton-born Mahfuzal Haque, whose father is one of the owners of The Old India in St Nicholas Street in Bristol city centre.

It’s the seventh year for the awards, which used to be called the British Takeaway Awards, and they were hosted by The Masked Singer presenter Joel Dommett.

The judges included TV fashion guru Gok Wan, Great British Menu’s Andi Oliver and Michelin-trained Young MasterChef judge Poppy O’Toole.

The Arjee Bhajee owner took to social media to thank customers and judges.

He said: “It’s official! Last night we came away as winners at The Restaurant Awards! Winning the award took us by surprise and we were totally gobsmacked!

“This award isn’t just for us but dedicated to each and every one of you who have been supporting us along the way. We hope to continue to grow as a business and serve you all your favourite curries!”