Jamun Brighton Named Kitchen of the Year at English Curry Awards
The city centre restaurant has won national recognition for excellence in the curry and Indian restaurant industry.
Brighton Restaurant Celebrated at National Awards
Jamun Brighton has taken a well-deserved place among the UK's leading curry establishments after winning Kitchen of the Year at the English Curry Awards 2026. The prestigious award ceremony took place at The Grand Station in Wolverhampton on August 10.
The distinctive pink-fronted restaurant on West Street has earned national recognition for its commitment to blending modern and traditional Indian cuisine. The award celebrates excellence within the UK's curry and Indian restaurant industry, with the team at Jamun noting that the competition was particularly strong this year.
Community Pride and Recognition
Spokesperson for the restaurant expressed the team's gratitude and pride in the achievement. "The support of our customers and the wider Brighton community has given us the opportunity to grow as a local business and ultimately represent our city on a national stage," they said.
The honour reflects the "dedication, skill and hard work" of staff working behind the scenes to maintain quality and consistency for diners. The restaurant has been vocal in crediting their success to the people of Brighton, highlighting how local support has been instrumental in their journey.
What the Award Means
The English Curry Awards recognise restaurants, chefs and businesses from across the country that have made significant contributions to the curry industry. Jamun Brighton's victory places the restaurant among the sector's leading establishments for 2026.
The team used the occasion to thank residents for their continued patronage, sharing photographs from the awards ceremony. They emphasised that the recognition "demonstrates what can be achieved when a local business is supported by its community and when a team remains committed to doing what it does with passion and dedication".
For Brighton's food and drink scene, the news is a testament to the quality of establishments operating in our city centre. Jamun's win is sure to delight regular customers who have enjoyed the restaurant's contemporary take on Indian cooking, while also drawing attention to the diverse culinary offerings available in Brighton and Hove.
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