Indeed, some might still prefer settling down to a pre-cooked meal in their own home – and an Indian takeaway should always be special.
Serving poppadoms and onion bhajis to fiery curries and everything in between, here are Sheffield’s 10 best Indian takeaways according to reviewers on the Tripadvisor website.
1. Maveli, Glossop Road, city centre
"We have been going to Maveli for many years, the food is absolutely amazing," says a Tripadvisor reviewer. "Since lockdown we have had takeaway from them most weeks and it has been consistently outstanding. Definitely the best Indian food we have ever had." (http://www.maveli.co.uk) Photo: Google
2. Ashoka, Ecclesall Road
"Being Sheffield locals who appreciate good quality food, our nearly weekly visit to the Ashoka, to stay or take away, for a few years now illustrates our opinion for the place and the product it offers," a Tripadvisor reviewer says of this favoured haunt of Sheffield's Arctic Monkeys. (http://www.ashoka1967.com) Photo: Dean Atkins
3. Zara's, Crookes
"Always get our takeaways from Zara’s, fantastic food and very quick service, would definitely recommend," says a Tripadvisor reviewer. (http://www.zarasrestaurant.com) Photo: Marie Caley
4. Prithiraj, Ecclesall Road
"We have ordered takeaway from here several times and it has always been wonderful," says a reviewer of Prithiraj. "The food is warm, fresh, tasty and delivered quickly. There is an exceptional range of choice and the portion sizes are huge and yet not extortionate in price." (https://prithirajrestaurant.com) Photo: Dean Atkins