Customers praise 'first class' Indian fusion restaurant as it opens in former South Shields pub

Mumbai Emperor has opened in the town’s Stanhope Road, taking on the site of the former Stanhope Hotel and Tavistock Italian Retro.

The creation of businessman Syed Khalid Miah, the restaurant follows the success of Goa and Mumbai Silk in Sunderland – and it’s already proving a hit with diners.

Customers have pledged to return after “beautiful” meals already, while others have welcomed the opening of a new business in the town.

Specialising in Indian fusion cuisine, the restaurant also features an extensive cocktail menu, a happy hour special and an extensive choice of dishes.

Sixteen full and part-time jobs have been created by the opening.

Here is what you had to say on the Shields Gazette Facebook page:

Stephanie Forster: “Was so nice last night. Staff couldn’t do more for us. Deffo be back!”

Pam Donkin: “We were there on Thursday it was amazing, service was great as were meals reasonable prices we will definitely be back. We also said plenty of room around table and not rushed out.”

Stephen Moran: “Always good news when new business comes to the town, this also is another example of the way the town is heading as a holiday resort on the back of 365, although it would still be great if King Street would see a resurgence which it may, given time.”

Tracy Walker: “Excellent Goa is one of the best restaurants. Look forward to trying this one.”

Lisa Hudson: “Fantastic food and atmosphere, staff were lovely.”

Jen Emmerson: “Absolutely beautiful food and service couldn't have been better. Definitely will return and have recommended to friends.”

Carol Bruce: “Goa at Seaburn is tremendous, looking forward to going here.”

Keith Ford: “Well done, good luck.”

Michelle Whale: “First class.”

Shelley Sullivan Desborough: “Some of the seating is not not my cup of tea. My idea of sitting that close to strangers whilst eating is a put off, I do hope it’s very popular though, it’s a fab refurb.”