STAFF at a city restaurant are celebrating after being named one of the best Japanese restaurants in the country.
Maneki Ramen in Arch 44 on Cherry Tree Walk won the title of Best Japanese Restaurant in the annual Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (ARTA).
The restaurant was among another four national candidates who are in the running for the title.
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Head chef and owner Pete Dovaston said he was delighted to announce his business's recent achievements, and winning the award validated the team's hard work.
"This award is a testament to the hard work and passion of our team," he said.
"We've always strived to provide an authentic Asian dining experience, and this award validates our efforts."
He added the accolade underscores Maneki Ramen's commitment to delivering authentic Asian cuisine to its patrons.
The restaurant, which occupies one of the former railway arches, was set up three years ago and has since become a popular staple in the city.
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Restaurants are nominated by the public and are then formally assessed by leading Asian culinary establishments based on the quality of product, value for money and food hygiene ratings in tandem with the number of nominations provided by the public.
Mr Dovaston received his award at a prestigious ceremony at London's Hilton Park Lane on Sunday (October 8).
The ceremony was hosted by BBC presenters Samantha Simmonds and Paul Martin.
Maneki Ramen is one of many restaurants under the Rule of Tum brand, which takes on chefs and helps them grow their own businesses.
Director of Rule of Tum, Dorian Kirk, said: "We help chefs realise their dreams and open a restaurant.
"Pete is a testament that the concept works, and it is great to see him flourish and the team's hard work recognised."
Maneki Ramen was originally called Lucky Cat until it received a letter from Gordon Ramsay's lawyers over supposed copyright.
It then changed the name to Maneki Ramen, which is Japanese for Lucky Cat.
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