MEET THE TEAM

Behind every great business is a strong family, bags of creativity and non-stop energy. The Choudhury brothers exude all these qualities as they keep pace with Zeera’s constantly growing reputation.

SHAH CHOUDHURY

DIRECTOR

SHAH CHOUDHURY (DIRECTOR)

Managing the business and ensuring the highest standards at all times is Shah Choudry who was recently named Entrepreneur of the Year in the Bangla Achievement Awards. He said: “We have a simple philosophy which is to convey our passion for superb food and top customer service.”

KOHINOOR CHOUDHURY

HEAD CHEF

KOHINOOR CHOUDHURY (HEAD CHEF)

Respected for his inventive and sumptuous dishes Kohinoor has carried off the title of North East Curry Chef of the Year twice and continues to attract accolades for his work. He is renowned across the North East of England as one of the top curry chefs who brings great personality and creativity to all his dishes.”

ABADUR CHOUDHURY

2ND CHEF

ABADUR CHOUDHURY (2ND CHEF)

Shah and Kohinoor are backed by their brother and skilled Tandoori chef Abadur who has worked in the restaurant business for over X years. He said: “We make no compromises on our food which is why we continue to attract diners from across the North East.”

Zeera is a family-run business, owned and operated by the 3 Choudhury brothers.  Based in the North Easts’ famous Ocean Road (curry mile), this restaurant is a shining beacon of high class Indian cuisine in a street with a history of reputation for tantalising the taste buds of those wanting something a little bit special.

With its opulent surroundings, this restaurant really stands out from the crowd and there is nothing plain about it.  The high class décor, attentive service and top notch food is what sets this place apart from the rest.  Although many choose this restaurant for its wonderful food, equally as many visit for their choices of fine wines, sought from far and wide to complement their cuisine.

Generations of families and loyal customers have enjoyed the special service from this famous multi-award-winning restaurant and the fact that the family-run venue continue to be nominated year after year suggests that it offers something very special indeed.

Trading since 2007, in 2012 the venue attracted more customers than it could cater for, so in 2012 it acquired the business next door, which was up for lease and the 42 seater restaurant then became able to accommodate up to 90 covers at any one time.

Shah Choudhury – Trained front-of-house and is the face of Zeera after having worked at other restaurants in the past in the same position embarked on a joint venture with his two brothers, Kohinoor (Executive chef) and Abadur (2nd chef).  Between the three brothers comes creativity, attention to detail, exceptional service and passion.  Always moving with the times, you’ll never bore of the food from Zeera – Their creativity ensures that you are always treated to the latest trends enabling you to try a variety of tasty, authentic cuisine.

This venue offers a service to rival no others – To say it is unique would be an understatement! – Food critics and award judges all agree, that this is a restaurant that is very special, in every way.

WHAT A 10 YEARS IT'S BEEN

A visit down memory lane how Zeera has transformed in 10 years.