The Nation's Choice Awards celebrates Scotland's most loved restaurants, takeaways and food businesses — chosen by the people who experience them every day.
Created by food reviewer Jay Khan, founder of The Judge Reviews. Unlike traditional awards, the The Nation's Choice Awards puts the decision entirely in the hands of the public.
The Process
How It Works
01
Public Nominations
Customers nominate their favourite food businesses across Scotland. Every voice counts.
02
Public Voting
The public vote to decide which businesses make the final shortlist. Scotland decides.
03
Awards Night
Finalists gather at the ceremony where winners are announced live. One unforgettable night.
The Grand Finale
The Awards Ceremony
One night. Six hundred guests. Scotland's hospitality industry gathered to recognise the businesses that matter most.
Venue
DoubleTree by Hilton
Date
October 12th, 2026
Attendance
600 Guests · Scotland's Hospitality Industry
The Evening
Awards Presentation
Two Confirmed Hosts — TBD
Live Entertainment
Dining Experience
Industry Networking
Recognition
Founding Partners
These partners believed in the vision from the very beginning.
Official Partners
Supporting the Vision
Production Partner
Official Video Production
The event will be professionally filmed and documented — creating a lasting record of Scotland's biggest food awards night.
True Northern Studios
Hospitality Partner
Awards Night Dining
Diamond Catering will deliver the dining experience for the awards ceremony — setting the standard for the evening.
️ Diamond Catering
The Creator
Jay Khan
Founder · The Judge Reviews
Jay Khan is the creator of The Judge Reviews, a fast-growing platform highlighting food businesses across Scotland.
Through his reviews, podcast and industry collaborations, Jay has built a platform connecting diners with the best places to eat.
The Nation's Choice Awards was created to celebrate the businesses the public truly love.
Be Part of Scotland's Biggest Food Awards
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Our Story
About the Awards
The Mission
Built for the Public
The Nation's Choice Awards celebrates Scotland's most loved restaurants, takeaways and food businesses — chosen by the people who experience them every day.
Created by food reviewer Jay Khan, founder of The Judge Reviews. Unlike traditional awards, the The Nation's Choice Awards puts the decision in the hands of the public.
This isn't a panel of judges. It isn't an industry insiders' vote. It's Scotland — eating, experiencing, and deciding who deserves to be recognised.
The Process
How It Works
01
Public Nominations
Customers nominate their favourite food businesses across Scotland.
02
Public Voting
The public vote to decide which businesses make the final shortlist.
03
Awards Night
Finalists gather at the ceremony where winners are announced live.
2026 Awards
Award Categories
The Categories
Scotland's food industry — recognised across every category that matters.
01
Best Restaurant
Scotland's finest dining experience as chosen by the public.
02
Best Takeaway
The takeaway that keeps customers coming back.
03
Best Burger
Scotland's most talked-about burger.
04
Best Pizza
From Neapolitan to New York — Scotland's favourite slice.
05
Best Curry House
The nation's favourite for authentic South Asian cuisine.
06
Best Brunch Spot
Where Scotland goes on a Saturday morning.
07
Best New Opening
The most exciting arrival to Scotland's food scene.
08
Best Food Truck
Street food at its finest.
09
Best Bakery / Café
The spot with the best pastries, coffee and atmosphere.
10
Outstanding Achievement
Recognising a business that has gone above and beyond.
Nominations Open Soon
Partnerships
Our Partners
Founding Partners
These partners believed in the vision from the very beginning.
Production Partners
Official partners delivering the event experience.
True Northern StudiosOfficial Video Production
️ Diamond CateringHospitality Partner
Opportunities
Become a Partner
Partner with Scotland's biggest public food awards and put your brand in front of 600 industry guests.
