Ashaʼs
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Genre | Fine dining |
| Founded | Dubai, United Arab Emirates (2002) |
Area served | |
Key people | Asha Bhosle |
| Website | ashasrestaurants.com |
Asha's is an Indian fine-dining restaurant chain founded by Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle. The restaurant was first established in Dubai and has operated outlets in the Middle East and the United Kingdom.[1]
History
Asha's was founded in Dubai in 2002, with its first outlet opening at Wafi Mall. It was founded by Asha Bhosle, an Indian playback singer with a long career in Hindi cinema.[1] According to interviews with Bhosle, the restaurant concept originated from her personal interest in cooking and her desire to present Indian cuisine in an international fine-dining format.[2][3]
The brand later expanded beyond Dubai, opening locations in other international markets. In 2017, Asha Bhosle inaugurated an outlet at Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi, continuing the brand's expansion in the Gulf region.[4]
The restaurant has received international media attention due to visits by high-profile celebrities. Actor Tom Cruise was reported to have dined at the Birmingham restaurant during a film-related visit to the city.[5] Singer Pink was also reported to have visited the Birmingham outlet prior to a concert.[6]
Cuisine
Asha's primarily serves North Indian cuisine, featuring a menu of traditional dishes adapted for a fine-dining setting. Bhosle has stated in interviews that she remains personally involved in the culinary direction of the brand and regularly visits the kitchens when in Dubai.[7]
Locations
Over time, Asha's has operated restaurants in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Manchester and Birmingham.[2][8]
References
- ^ a b Fernandez, Keith (2021-01-15). "Asha's restaurant turns 15: F&B concept by Indian music icon Asha Bhosle is a hit with fans". Gulf News. Retrieved 2026-01-19.
- ^ a b "Did You Know Asha Bhosle Owns A Global Indian Restaurant Chain? The Untold Story Of How The Legendary Singer Turned Her Passion For Food Into A Worldwide Success". Times Now. 2025-11-10. Retrieved 2026-01-19.
- ^ Mazumdar, Ankita (2024-09-23). "This Is What Made Asha Bhosle Start Her Restaurant In Dubai". Curly Tales. Retrieved 2026-01-19.
- ^ Johnson, Stacie Overton. "Asha Bhosle opens Asha's at Abu Dhabi's Yas Mall". The National. Retrieved 2026-01-19.
- ^ "Tom Cruise goes to Indian restaurant and orders chicken tikka masala twice". Sky News. Retrieved 2026-01-19.
- ^ "Pink surprises Birmingham Indian restaurant staff before gig". 2023-06-14. Retrieved 2026-01-19.
- ^ "'Itni khushi hoti hai mujhe ye chef coat pehen kar': Inside Asha Bhosle's restaurant in Dubai". The Indian Express. 2025-11-06. Retrieved 2026-01-19.
- ^ "Asha's Restaurant Dubai: The Best Authentic Indian Cuisine". 2020-09-12. Retrieved 2026-01-19.