Leeds restaurant recruits ‘best in the business’ chef: where is it, what are the offers, menu sneak peek

Bucking the cost-of-living downturn trend for closures, Leeds has welcomed a new sit-in and takeaway restaurant, with a leading chef at the helm.
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Published 18th Apr 2023, 07:51 BST
‘It’s the best food in Yorkshire’: find how this Leeds restaurant plans to redefine the perfect Indian meal out‘It’s the best food in Yorkshire’: find how this Leeds restaurant plans to redefine the perfect Indian meal out
‘It’s the best food in Yorkshire’: find how this Leeds restaurant plans to redefine the perfect Indian meal out

Opening the doors of Shukria at The Plantation Pub, Bodmin Crescent, Middleton, the owners were determined to stand out from the crowd.

And if the glowing five-star reviews are to believed, they’ve achieved this is stunning style.

Flavour first

Quote The Yorkshire Evening Post and you’ll get a discount on your meal, too.Quote The Yorkshire Evening Post and you’ll get a discount on your meal, too.
Quote The Yorkshire Evening Post and you’ll get a discount on your meal, too.

The secret to the success has undoubtedly been head chef Robiul Chaudry, who has over 25 years of experience, both as a food taster – he’s scrutinised some of the finest food on the sub-continent from street stalls to five star restaurants – to his many years as a chef.

He’s worked in some of the most successful brands across Yorkshire and beyond, and is absolutely passionate about providing a mouth-watering menu which will exceed expectations and have you booking again before you leave.

About the menu

Simply put, expect the unexpected. Yes, there are some classics on there – samosas, bhajis, pakora and kebabs – but plenty of blends and flavours you won’t find anywhere else.

Head chef Robiul ChaudryHead chef Robiul Chaudry
Head chef Robiul Chaudry

How about trying the Shukria tandoori special, packed witch chicken and lamb tikka, king prawns and seekh kebabs, with a side order of lamb chops and topped off with masala sauce and a naan – outstanding!

Chef Robiul’s specialities include butter chicken makhanwala with coconut and cream, zingy lime and coriander shalima karahi, and the delicious tandoor chicken dansak, with off the bone meat served with lentils and a sweet and sour hot sauce with pineapple.

What the customers say

Tracey, who visited in March, said: “The food was lovely the best Indian for a very long time the chicken was tender and the dish was very tasty.”

Expect classics plus plenty of blends and flavours you won’t find anywhere else.Expect classics plus plenty of blends and flavours you won’t find anywhere else.
Expect classics plus plenty of blends and flavours you won’t find anywhere else.

Andy dined in from the comfort of his own home with the takeaway service, and wrote: “The best Indian food ever delivered to my house.”

Kirsty felt the same, adding:” We have been waiting ages to try Shukria and we weren't disappointed. Both of the curries were gorgeous, full of meat and such rich delicious sauces. Delivery was under 1/2 hour! We will definitely be ordering again, thank you!”

Making a night of it

If you are visiting for the first time The Plantation Pub downstairs is a great place to get your party started, and with seating for up to 70 it’s the perfect get together venue with friends and family. If you love curry, you will adore Shukria.

Special offers

Mention the Yorkshire Evening Post when you visit, or when you place an order on the phone, and you can get 10 per cent off your order.

Find out more or book a table at https://shukriatakeaway.co.uk/ or call them on 07479 799494 or 01132 778483. Open six nights a week, excluding Mondays.

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