Milton Keynes restaurant nominated at the “Oscars of the Curry Industry”
An Indian restaurant in Milton Keynes has been revealed as a finalist for a national Asian food awards in the capital.
Rai Woburn, has been nominated in the Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards (ARTA) 2026 - one of the UK’s most prestigious celebrations of Asian hospitality.
The restaurant blends the rich culinary heritage of India with a contemporary flair, serving a combination of classic dishes and innovative creations. It’s rated an impressive 4.8 on Google with 513 reviews.
The business has been nominated in the category Regional Restaurant of the Year - Kent. The ARTA grand finale will be held at the London Hilton on Monday, October 12, for a glossy black tie awards ceremony.
The event will welcome a guest list of the nation’s most popular Asian restaurateurs alongside MPs, dignitaries and celebrities. It will be hosted by BBC journalist and broadcaster, Samantha Simmonds, and comedian, Paul Sinha.
This year, more than 1,250 restaurants and takeaways across the UK were put forward by diners and food enthusiasts, with a large share of entries submitted via ChefOnline; ARTA’s strategic partner and one of the country’s leading platforms linking customers to Asian dining establishments.
The nomination process also involved robust social media engagement and supporting data, including Food Hygiene Ratings and verified Customer Reviews.
Mohammed Munim, Founder and CEO of ARTA, said: “Congratulations to every restaurant and takeaway named as a finalist of ARTA 2026. Being a finalist is a remarkable achievement and reflects the passion, resilience and dedication of the businesses shaping Asian hospitality across the UK."
From the prestigious Pan Asian Restaurant of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, Chef of the Year, Takeaway of the Year, Turkish Restaurant of the Year, Street Food Restaurant of the Year and National Newcomer of the Year, ARTA 2026 will once again honour individuals and businesses shaping the future of Asian dining in the UK.
Mohammed continued: “At a time when rising employment costs, inflation and increasing overheads continue to challenge independent hospitality, Asian restaurants and takeaways remain vital to communities and the wider UK hospitality industry. We look forward to celebrating the winners’ and their achievements.”