Sean Dyche's Curry House Meal Plan Unveiled After Bromsgrove Visit
Former Premier League manager Sean Dyche adopted a tactical approach to dining during a recent visit to a Midland curry house, leaving the restaurant owner utterly astonished. The ex-manager of Nottingham Forest, Everton, and Watford dropped into Viceroy on Bromsgrove High Street, sparking excitement and disbelief.
Restaurant Owner's Surprise Encounter
Viceroy co-owner Suhad Miah was flabbergasted when Dyche arrived with ex-footballer Aidy Boothroyd on Monday, March 23. Miah initially wondered if it was a lookalike, given the unexpected celebrity appearance. Since opening in 2024, the restaurant has hosted notable figures like BBC news presenter Joanne Malin and Boothroyd, but Dyche's visit was a standout moment.
Miah shared with BirminghamLive, "I was flabbergasted when I saw him, I thought he was a lookalike. He had his back to diners so people didn't recognise him unless they went to the toilet. I served him and he was a lovely, down-to-earth guy. I addressed him as sir and he did the same back."
Dyche's Strategic Meal Selection
Currently without a club, Dyche applied his coaching mindset to the menu, seeking recommendations from Miah. He was particularly keen on trying the Birmingham Balti, priced at £10.50. With a party of five, the group opted for a diverse spread of dishes, starting with shared appetizers.
The meal began with two mixed meat platters and onion bhajis. For the main course, after discussing flavor preferences, Dyche chose spicy curries featuring garlic and ginger. The selections included:
- Chicken tikka balti
- Tandoori king prawn nagha
- Garlic chilli chicken
- Lamb railway
- Red fort murgh (spicy chicken)
Post-Meal Praise and Impact
After a bill totaling £166, Dyche provided positive feedback, stating that Viceroy ticked all the boxes. Miah, a Manchester United fan, noted that Dyche focused on food rather than football during their conversation. Dyche's visit has boosted the restaurant's profile, attracting more interest from customers.
Miah added, "Sean knows his food and he trusted us because of the recommendation from Aidy. He's a foodie, and after I had a picture with him, he went over and said he enjoyed his meal thoroughly. We're a relatively new business and moments like these help us. It's spiked up our business and people are interested now celebrities are visiting our restaurant. Sean said we ticked all the boxes and said he would return the next time he's back in Bromsgrove."
This encounter highlights how celebrity visits can significantly impact local businesses, especially in the hospitality sector. Dyche's appreciation for the meal underscores the quality of Viceroy's offerings, potentially drawing more patrons to the establishment.
