Taunton restaurant named finalist for regional tourism award

Mattancherry Taunton, has been named a finalist for the Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards 2025/26 which celebrates the “very best in our sector”.

The 2025 ceremony will be taking place at the Apex City of Bath Hotel on November 20, starting at 6pm and finishing at 12.30am.

This comes after TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice 2025 naming the restaurant in the top ten per cent of restaurants globally alongside Venezia and Turmeric Kitchen @65.

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Head Chef Loganathan Ramasamy said: “These awards are a reflection of the dedication and passion that drive our entire team: from the kitchen to the front of house.

“To have been recognised by TripAdvisor consistently across the last four years, and to once again be finalists in the Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism awards after our win last year brings us so much joy. 

“Every dish we serve and every guest we welcome is part of a shared effort to make Mattancherry, a place people love to return to. 

“It’s a proud moment not only for our team, but for Taunton too: we’re delighted to help put our town on the map as a destination for great food and warm hospitality.” 

Restaurant Manager Gopinath Dharmalingam said: “To be recognised by TripAdvisor to be among the top 10 per cent of tourism businesses worldwide and as finalists in the prestigious regional tourism awards is truly humbling.

“These achievements celebrate the spirit of our community, our loyal customers, and the wonderful feedback and reviews that inspire us every day. 

“Mattancherry stands as a proud ambassador for Taunton’s growing hospitality scene, and we’re grateful to everyone who has supported us on this journey: our customers who regularly share kind words and leave us recommendations and reviews mean the world to us.”