The nine Sussex takeaways nominated for a top Asian restaurant award have been revealed.

Top eateries from across the county are vying for a chance to become the regional takeaway of the year at the Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (ARTA).

The restaurants were chosen based on nominations by customers, reviews and food hygiene ratings, with a top panel of judges to making the final decision and crowning Sussex’s top takeaway.

The nine Sussex Indian takeaways are:

  • Horsham Tandoori, Horsham
  • The Raj Tandoori, Crawley
  • Curry House Chichester, Chichester
  • India Garden, Bognor Regis
  • Eastern Tandoori, Horsham
  • Habib Bangladeshi and Indian Takeaway, Bognor Regis
  • Ruchi Indian Takeaway Bognor Regis, Bognor Regis
  • Telesmati Indian Cuisine Takeaway, East Grinstead
  • Eshna's Nutrition, Worthing

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Hosted by Samantha Simmonds, BBC journalist and broadcaster, and Paul Martin, magician and member of the world-famous Magic Circle, the winner of the regional award will be announced at a red-carpet event at the London Hilton Park Lane on October 8, 2023.

Mohammed Munim, founder of ARTA, said: "Asian takeaways have made a significant contribution to the UK economy, historically and in recent times.

“They deserve recognition and rewards for their efforts. These takeaways have not only created thousands of jobs but have also boosted local economies through their presence, especially post-Brexit.”