Joy's Takeaway

Set among the cluster of takeaways in the Stanwix part of Carlisle, Joy's is a cheerful all-rounder serving the late-evening favourites under one roof: pizzas, kebabs, burgers and loaded chips. It is the sort of place you turn to when the household cannot agree, with a hearty Doner Kebab for one person and a freshly topped pizza for the next. Regulars rate the food highly, singling out the special kebab and the chicken dishes as particular hits, and praising portions that rarely leave anyone hungry.

The takeaway carries a top Food Hygiene Rating of 5, which is reassuring if you are ordering in for the first time. As with any busy delivery kitchen the experience can vary at peak times, and a few customers mention longer waits when things get hectic, so collecting in person can be the quicker option. Even so, the general view from locals is that the cooking is fresh, filling and dependable, making this a handy Stanwix standby whenever a no-fuss takeaway craving strikes.