Curry Week: Trip Advisor’s 10 Best Curries in Cumbria

If there was ever an excuse to treat yourself to a takeaway or meal out, National Curry Week has got to be on top.

The very first curry week took place in 1998 and was arranged by Peter Grove. His vision was to drive awareness and appreciation of the Indian restaurant industry and raise money for charity while doing it.

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So, if all the talk about curry appreciation has got you thinking about where to go, look no further! We’ve listed Trip Advisor’s Top 10 Rated Curries in Cumbria for you to try.

Trip Advisor top 10 curries

No. 3 Curry House

No. 3 Curry House (Tripadvisor/No. 3 Curry House)

Milnthorpe

5* reviews

Reviewers speak of the warm welcome and delicious food at No. 3 Curry House. The restaurant is very popular and small, so book early so you dont miss out!

Taste of Bengal

Taste of Bengal (Tripadvisor/Taste of Bengal)

Penrith

4.5* reviews

"Excellent food" and "excellent service" are repeated over and over in the reviews.

Shahibs

Shahibs (Tripadvisor/Shahibs)

Bowness-on-Windermere

4.5* reviews

Reviews for Shahibs are very positive, with reviewers praising the staff and food for being impeccable.

Khan’s at the Waterloo

Khan's at the Waterloo (Tripadvisor/Khans at the Waterloo)

Carlisle

4.5* reviews

One review reads, "why haven't I been before?" That and a 4.5* rating is enough to get you out the door.

Indian Plaza

Indian Plaza (Tripadvisor/Indian Plaza)

Penrith

4.5* reviews

"The best Korma in Cumbria" says one reviewer. "One of the best places in town" says another. 

Ashiana

Ashiana (Tripadvisor/Ashiana)

Appleby-in-Westmorland

4.5* reviews

Ashiana is "excellent on all counts" according to reviewers. For food, service and value it scores well with an overall of 4.5*.

Maryport Tandoori

Maryport Tandoori (Tripadvisor/Maryport Tandoori)

Maryport

4.5* reviews

Reviews of Maryport Tandoori are very enthusiastic, with many calling in the best restaurant in Cumbria.

Mango Tree

Mango Tree (Tripadvisor/Mango Tree)

Kirkby Stephen

4.5* reviews

Reviewers take to Tripadvisor to share their favourite dishes and what they loved. From Gambi Lamb to Spiced Salmon, there are so many great dishes to try!

Masala Baazar

Masala Bazaar (Tripadvisor/Masala Bazaar)

Carlisle

4.5* reviews

Rated for its authentic food and friendly staff, looking at the top reviews its no surprise Masala Bazaar is rated 4.5* on Tripadvisor.

Lake Raj         

Lake Raj (Tripadvisor/Lake Raj)

Bowness-on-Windermere

4.5* reviews

Another 4.5* rated restaurant, Lake Raj is loved for its great flavours and friendly staff.