York curry restaurant named finalist in city award

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 07:32 · Archive

Sylhety Lounge in York has been shortlisted as one of ten finalists for a Press Best Curry House award 2026.

Sylhety Lounge, a Bangladeshi and Indian restaurant in Kimberlow Hill Retail Park, York, has been named among ten finalists for a Press Best Curry House award 2026. The shortlist was determined after hundreds of readers voted for their favourite curry house in the city.

The restaurant describes itself as offering authentic Bangladeshi and Indian cuisine in a relaxed and friendly setting, using fresh ingredients and experienced chefs. It opened in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic and its team has worked to build a loyal customer base in York.

A representative for the restaurant said the business started "during a very challenging time" but the team has "worked hard to grow the restaurant" and is grateful for customer support. The owner described wanting to bring people together through good food and create a welcoming atmosphere where customers feel comfortable and valued. The restaurant's signature dish is the Sylhety Lounge Special, a combination of chicken, king prawns and keema rice.

How it is being reported

• 'Proud' owner of York restaurant celebrate being named finalist in curry awardA York restaurant serving Bangladeshi and Indian cuisine has been named among the finalists in a competition to find the city's best curry house.The Press (York) · 5 Nov, 05:00
• 'Proud' owner of York restaurant celebrate being named finalist in curry awardA York restaurant serving Bangladeshi and Indian cuisine has been named among the finalists in a competition to find the city's best curry house.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 5 Nov, 05:00

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