Birmingham is the UK’s spiritual home of South Asian food, and Asha’s vibrant alternative to afternoon tea infuses classic elements with bold flavouring. Meat eaters and vegetarians are covered with chicken malai or bombay sandwiches, keema prawn toast, and mini mushroom kukure, while their desserts and teas are decadently rich: mango and passionfruit cheesecake and barfi deliver a sweet kick, while their butterfly, honey and pea tea or apple and pear iced tea cleanse the palette. Price: £34.75 with tea, £39.75 with prosecco.

Restaurant, Bar, Indian, $$Asha’s is headed up by famous Punjabi actress Asha Bhosle and is one of Birmingham’s most sophisticated Indian restaurants. Situated on the stylish Newhall Street, Asha’s is just a short walk from the city’s business district and its contemporary Indian dishes are perfect for lunch or dinner.

Why: With locations all over the world, Asha’s decided to have its flagship restaurant in Birmingham, which it calls ‘the UK’s spiritual home of Indian food’. Mixing together the simplicity of Indian street food with the opulence Marharaja’s are used to, you can find dishes like lamb saag, Jaipur chicken tikka and if you’re feeling particularly indulgent go for the president’s platter. You’ll also find also the Indian classics Brits have come to know and love including kormas, vindaloo and chicken tikka masala on this menu.Where: 12-22 Newhall Street, B3 3LX

If you are familiar with Indian cinema, or even the whereabouts of Tom Cruise, you’ve surely heard of the phenomenon that is Asha’s. Started by Indian film pioneer Asha Bhosle, Asha’s offers upscale Asian dining in the heart of Birmingham – in fact, the restaurant sits directly opposite our Colmore Row offices, and our staff members have been known to frequent Asha’s on special occasions. From sumptuous Sea Bass Tikka to classic Tandoori Lamb, and a range of exquisite colourful cocktails, Asha’s is the perfect destination for avid foodies visiting Brum.

Though owned by the legend Asha Bhosle (renowned for her work in music, film and TV), it's not just the big name behind Asha's Indian Bar & Restaurant that makes it so popular. It has, quite rightly, earned its culinary stripes, with numerous prestigious awards behind its belt and even a recommendation in the Michelin Guide. The stylish space comes adorned with wine-coloured, velvet booths, atmospheric candles flickering in the background and plenty of golden accents, while the menu?

This multi-award winning, contemporary Indian eatery is named after famous Hindi actress Asha Bhosle. It opened in December 2006 and its chefs are apparently “handpicked from renowned 5 star hotels from India” and trained in-house at its pilot restaurant Asha’s Dubai. It was recommended in the Michelin Guide 2015, and listed as one of the top 130 restaurants in Britain for under £50 by the Sunday Times, and was awarded a certificate of excellence from Tripadvisor.

2024 Review: A rooftop fire in July 2023 briefly shuttered this hugely popular hangout of stars, and offering northwest Indian food that’s packed with taste; it’s now back in business and while “not cheap”, you can expect “a stand-out meal every time with a proper cocktail bar and Bollywood ambience” befitting its owner – nonagenarian singer Asha Bhosle, who was namechecked in Cornershop’s hit ‘Brimful of Asha’.

Owned by Bollywood superstar playback singer Asha Bhosle, the popular location boasts a menu full of exotic flavours which are sure to excite your taste buds. With a wide choice of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, approved by the likes of Tom Cruise, Ed Sheeran and The Rolling Stones, Asha's is sure to not disappoint!. A post shared by Asha's (@ashasuk) on Aug 30, 2019 at 7:16am PDT

Placed in the City Centre, and a place I’ve always walked past until now, Asha’s mixes business with pleasure as a well-known business lunch restaurant. Owned by the famous singer Asha Bhosle, this restaurant has a lot of showmanship with its food and offers fresh ingredients that you may not get elsewhere, such as Lobster mixed with five spice.

Asha's is a multi-award-winning contemporary Indian restaurant and bar in Touchwood Solihull. It woos them with high quality showmanship - extending from the elegant interior to the daintily plated food, which includes Lobster panchphoran simmered with five spices, mustard paste and prawns. More about Asha's Indian Bar & Restaurant

Asha’s takes gold in terms of Indian cuisine, and we’re not the only ones who think so. Asha’s was a Michelin-guide listed Indian restaurant in Birmingham for nearly ten consecutive years. Their recipe for success is crafted from inventive dishes – from the savoury samosa to the tasty prawns, everything here tastes divine.

Legendary Bollywood star Asha Bole lends her name to this contemporary Indian joint, which is decked out with warm tones and cosy seating. The menu ranges from street food style snacks to classic curries and biryanis, via signature dishes such as Dakshin seabass tikka and Keralan chilli garlic prawns.

If you're craving flavorful and aromatic Indian cuisine for Eid, look no further than Asha's. This award-winning restaurant offers a contemporary twist on classic Indian dishes, making it a popular choice for those looking to celebrate Eid with a touch of elegance and sophistication.

How could we forget the award-winning Indian restaurant, Asha’s?. A place popular with well-known faces like Tom Cruise himself. Following a successful run of restaurants in Dubai and Kuwait, Asha’s offers a large but intimate setting to welcome fans of Indian food and music.

If you want the best of all the worlds and a bit of wow with your Vindaloo, we’d recommend Asha’s. The surroundings do scream of luxury, yes, but the food is homely even if it can be a little dainty at times. Perfect for those Joes who work in the Colmore Business District.

There’s no danger of anyone going hungry at this Birmingham institution. Be prepared for a spectacular Indian feast in the UK’s ‘curry capital’, and bring friends. Go à la carte or, if you want a taste of everything on offer, try the Asha’s dining experience.

Other award-winning restaurants in Birmingham include Michelin-starred restaurants Opheem, Purnell’s, Adam’s, Simpsons, and other high flyers including Harborne Kitchen, 670 Grams, Chakana, The Oyster Club by Adam Stokes, Asha’s, Folium, About 8, Craft,

And finally, there’s no way we’d let you visit Birmingham without recommending one of its legendary curry houses. After all, we are famous for them!. At the top of our list it’s got to be Asha’s.

The British Curry Awards are set to take place this November, and will see curry houses across the Midlands compete to win the region’s title from last year’s top pick, Asha’s in Birmingham.