Uber Eats has today revealed the national finalists for the 2025 Restaurant of the Year Awards, spotlighting the innovation, resilience, and impact of the UK and Ireland’s most exciting food businesses.
From viral Gen Z start-ups to community staples, these finalists are flying the flag for the small and independent restaurants that power the UK’s vibrant hospitality sector.
Chosen from over 130 nominated restaurants, the finalists will now compete for the coveted title of Restaurant of the Year and a £100,000 prize to invest in their business, part of Uber Eats’ continued commitment to supporting local entrepreneurship and championing small food businesses across the UK and Ireland.
Later this year, finalists will gather in London for a two-day celebration of their work, including a full judging day with industry experts such as Levi Roots, Eating with Todd, Clodagh McKenna, and 2024 Restaurant of the Year winner, Natty Crutchfield.
These 12 regional champions are being recognised not only for their outstanding food, but for their role in contributing to thriving high streets, serving communities, and inspiring culinary trends:
London: Sanjugo
Yorkshire: Silver’s Deli
Scotland: YAYAS
North West: Burg N Ice
North East: Sushi Me Rollin’
West Midlands: Taqi’s Grill
Wales: Sharkbite Burgers
South West: Low & Slow
South East: Umami Street Food
East Midlands & Anglia: Wok & Grill
Northern Ireland: Seed
Ireland: Urban Health
Each finalist receives £5,000 and a tailored support package from Uber Eats, designed to help them scale their business and reach new customers.
Five Trailblazer Awards will also honour restaurants and entrepreneurs driving positive change—from championing women in the industry to building greener kitchens:
Women in Food Award
Laura’s Pizzas
One Love Kitchen
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Climate Impact Award
The Hogless Roast
Eat Clean
Yaki Ya!
Healthy Eats Award
Macro Made
Eat Clean
Lean Cuisine
Social Impact Award
Chef x Cafe
Piatto
The Indian Street Kitchen
Next Gen Award (for entrepreneurs aged 18–27)
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Aros
Matteo’s Cucina Italiana LtD
The Next Gen Award will be judged by Seema Pankhania, the content creator and bestselling author of Craveable, known for celebrating the bold, global flavours of today’s young chefs.
