Edinburgh restaurant up for ‘Best Kebab House in Scotland’ prize at 2025 British Kebab Awards
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Now in its 13th year, the awards will take place on February 26 at a ceremony in London, with takeaways up and down the country hoping to bring home titles in their respective categories.
Organisers say: “This isn’t just about trophies – it’s about celebrating an industry that brings communities together, supports thousands of jobs, and contributes over £2.8 billion annually to the UK economy.
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Hide Ad“The awards highlight the profound way food shapes our identities and brings us closer, reminding us that every kebab tells a story of tradition, creativity, and community spirit.
“As the hospitality sector continues to evolve, the British Kebab Awards serves as a powerful platform to recognise the achievements of those who have redefined what it means to serve great food.”
In the Best Kebab House in Scotland category, Edinburgh's Memed Barbecue Grill & Meze Bar will be hoping to scoop the crown for the second year in a row.
The popular Turkish eatery, located on Clerk Street, will go up against nine other Scottish kebab houses. You can see the full list of finalists below.
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Hide AdBest Kebab House in Scotland: BABS, Glasgow; Best Kebab and Pizza House, Arbroath; Best Kebab and Pizza House, Alloa; Hajar’s Shawarma, Glasgow; King Roj Shawarma, Glasgow; Memed Barbecue Grill & Meze Bar, Edinburgh; Polski Kebab, Motherwell; Shawarma King, Glasgow; Shawarma Star – Charcoal Grill, Glasgow; Spices, Bellshill.
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