New management team at restaurant hungry for expansion

A popular Indian restaurant is undergoing a major refurbishment – with its new management team saying that have plans to expand across the Midlands.

After three decades in business, the owner of Tandoori Nights in Shardlow has handed over the reins over to his son and nephew.

Tandoori Nights closed for a complete renovation in May and the building is being transformed into a 140-seat restaurant branded as Kitchen 7, which will serve contemporary Asian cuisine.

It will be run by founder Ali Khan’s two son and nephew – Hamza, 24, and Haris, 19, – who have grown up within the family-run restaurant and intend to open similar branches across the Midlands.

Ali Khan said: “It has been an incredible journey watching our restaurant grow and become a part of so many lives.

“We have many customers who have been coming to us since we very first opened and we have grown to be friends with so many families. We know their names, what they do and have a close relationship with them.

“Passing the business on to Hamza and Haris is a proud moment for me. Their passion and fresh ideas will ensure that Kitchen 7 continues to thrive for decades to come.”

“We’ve learned so much from Dad over the years,” said Hazma. “We’re committed to honouring his vision while bringing in new ideas and improvements that reflect our customers’ evolving tastes and preferences.

“Shardlow is in a fantastic position – not far from Derby, just 15 minutes from Nottingham and 20 minutes from Leicester and we think people will definitely travel for the kind of food we intend to serve.

“We are already looking at some sites in other cities and hope that Kitchen 7 will be an upmarket brand that people come to associate with phenomenal food and exceptional service.

“With a commitment to quality, innovation and authenticity, we are creating a dining destination that celebrates the best of Indian cuisine in a modern context.”

Kitchen 7 will have four separate dining areas, including one for private dining which will seat up to 20 guests. The car park has spaces for 50 vehicles and staff will continue to operate a takeaway service when it reopens.

An opening date has not yet been announced for Kitchen 7 but it is expected to be in early August.