Zeera stands as a cherished, familyoperated enterprise, under the ownership and management of the Choudhury family, known locally as the beloved trio.
Zeera enjoys a loyal following, drawing patrons from South Shields and across the broader North East. It first opened its doors in 2007, Zeera encountered a surge in clients in 2012, prompting the acquisition of the adjacent business space, which, after renovation, allowed the once 42-seat restaurant to comfortably accommodate up to 90 diners concurrently. Zeera consistently hosts a diverse array of celebrations, including birthdays, anniversaries, and other memorable events.
At the forefront of Zeera is Shah Choudhury, hailed as the Entrepreneur of the Year in the Bangla Achievement Awards. He, alongside his brothers Kohinoor (the executive chef) and Abadur (second chef), collectively infuse the restaurant with creativity, meticulous attention to detail, exceptional service, and an unwavering passion for their craft. The Zeera team, comprising 15 dedicated individuals, steadfastly upholds and elevates the standards of fine dining. Zeera’s menu remains ever evolving, ensuring that patrons are consistently treated to the latest culinary creations by their talented chefs.
The support that their loyal clientele shows them does not go unrewarded though, as they constantly give back.
Shah tells us: “We initiated a campaign to raise funds for assisting people who were stranded during the Covid-19 pandemic. We provided contactless meal deliveries during this time. We also supported frontline healthcare workers from the NHS by supplying nutritious meals to the local hospital for a full three months, enabling them to perform their exceptional duties during the peak of the lockdown.
“In the wake of the devastating floods in Bangladesh in June 2022, which brought countless challenges to the country, we again extended a helping hand. We hosted a charity event to support families affected by the floods, drawing from our successful experience with a fundraiser for the Ukrainian invasion crisis. The restaurant was able to direct the raised funds to Bangladeshi families and committed to providing ongoing financial assistance.”
Over the past two years, Zeera has established the ‘Zeera Fund,’ a charitable endeavour aimed at aiding members of the community who are struggling to make ends meet and could benefit from some support. Their work in the community hasn’t gone unrecognised either and Shah and the team received a congratulatory letter from Emma LewellBuck MP – The Member of Parliament for South Shields.
They also achieved the ‘Best Team of the Year’ award at the English Curry Awards in 2021, a significant accomplishment for the restaurant after a challenging year in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic.
Zeera’s distinctiveness is unrivalled, consistently earning acclaim from food critics and industry award judges who unanimously recognise its exceptional and extraordinary standing in the world of dining.
Their awards in the recent years have included: Prestige Award for Indian Restaurant of the year South Shields, Travellers Choice 2023, Peoples Choice Award 2015, English Curry Award 2023 and British Curry Award.
If you want to see what all the fuss is about for yourselves, then you can contact Zeera in the following ways:
Facebook – www.facebook.com/zeera.southshields
Instagram – www.instagram.com/zeera.southshields/?hl=en
Twitter- twitter.com/zeeracuisine?lang=en
Tiktok- www.tiktok.com/@zeerasouthshields
206 – 210 Ocean, South Shields, NE33 2JQ 0191 456 1811
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