Asher's Africana Pure Vegetarian Restaurant, located at 224 Ealing Rd, Wembley HA0 4QL, celebrates authentic Gujarati vegetarian cooking with a comforting, home-style character and subtle East African influence. The menu ranges from Gujarati thalis and curries to bhajia, samosas, bhel, pani puri, mogo, parathas, chapatis, rice dishes, sweets, and snacks. Refreshments include fresh juices, lassi, milkshakes, tea, hot chocolate, and other soft drinks.
The Special Gujarati Thali is a signature choice, bringing together freshly made rotli, curries, dal, rice, chutneys, pickles, and accompaniments. Methi Bhajia, Masala Mogo, Bhel, and Pani Puri are also popular choices for sharing. Current menu listings show many snacks around £4–£12.50, while the restaurant generally falls within an affordable £10–£20-per-person range, offering excellent value for generous portions.
Freshly prepared vegetables, lentils, herbs, chutneys, and carefully balanced spices create flavors that are savory, tangy, mildly sweet, and aromatic without feeling overly heavy. The entire restaurant is vegetarian, with many curry dishes suitable for vegans. Gluten-free choices such as bajra rotlo may be available, although guests with allergies should confirm preparation and cross-contact with staff. The menu also offers nutritious lentil, vegetable, and rice-based dishes and is suitable for children. With breakfast, lunch, dinner, takeaway, catering, and group-friendly dining available, Asher's Africana works well for everything from a quick snack to a relaxed family meal.
Menu Highlights
Special Gujarati Thali
A generous assortment of curries, dal, rice, freshly made rotli, chutneys, pickles, and traditional accompaniments delivers sweet, tangy, savory, and gently spiced flavors on one plate. It is the restaurant’s defining choice for experiencing authentic Gujarati home cooking.
Methi Bhajia
Fresh fenugreek is incorporated into a seasoned batter and fried until crisp outside and tender inside. The aromatic herbs and warm spices make these bhajia a particularly popular starter.
Masala Mogo
Cassava is seasoned with masala for a dish that combines a lightly crisp exterior with a dense, fluffy center. Its bold seasoning and East African-Gujarati character help it stand out from more familiar Indian snacks.
Pani Puri
Crisp hollow puris are filled with savory ingredients and tangy, spiced water for an explosion of crunchy, refreshing, and lively flavors. This classic street-food favorite is ideal for diners who enjoy brighter, sharper tastes.
Bhel
Crisp components, chutneys, herbs, and savory seasonings come together in a light but flavor-packed snack. Sweet, tangy, spicy, and crunchy notes make every bite slightly different.
Dal Bhajia
Seasoned lentil batter is fried until golden, producing a crisp shell around a soft, earthy interior. Served with flavorful chutneys, these fritters showcase the restaurant’s simple, freshly prepared style.
Puran Poli
A soft traditional flatbread with a sweet lentil-based filling offers a tender texture and warmly comforting finish. Its homemade character makes it a memorable choice for anyone exploring classic Gujarati flavors.
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