What should I order at Asha Bistro?
Asha Bistro
Seafood Platter
Highly recommended multiple times for its large size and variety of fresh seafood including squid, crab, lobster, octopus, fish, and prawns. Praised for being plenty enough for 2-3 people and delicious.
Grilled Octopus
Frequently mentioned as a standout dish, noted for its delicious taste and freshness. Recommended alongside other seafood specialties.
Steak and Fries
Recommended for its juicy, well-seasoned steak paired with crispy, delicious fries. Highlighted as an amazing dish by guests.
Asha Fish Fillet
Specifically praised for showcasing the quality of ingredients and kitchen expertise. Described as perfectly grilled snapper with spinach, mashed potatoes, and butter sauce, representing the best food experience.
Tuna Carpaccio
Recommended for those seeking fresh seafood, noted as a good decision by a guest and praised for its quality.
Seafood Chowder / Seafood Soup
Mentioned as especially recommended and delicious, appreciated by visitors looking for flavorful seafood dishes.
Thai Red Curry Fish
Recommended even by guests who are not usually seafood lovers, noted for being delicious and flavorful.
Garlic Prawns
Highlighted as amazing by a guest, indicating it as a must-try seafood dish.
Chocolate Milkshake
Frequently enjoyed and considered a 'total hit,' ordered multiple times by guests who loved it.
About Asha Bistro
Asha Bistro is a restaurant in Diani Beach, Kenya, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with dine-in and outdoor seating right on the beachfront. Reviews consistently praise the ocean and beach views, friendly and prompt service, and seafood dishes such as lobster, grilled octopus, squid, and the seafood platter for two. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, and the place is popular with families, groups, tourists, and solo diners. The price range is KES 1,500 to 4,000.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Hard liquor
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Asha Bistro known for?
Asha Bistro is best known for its beachfront ocean views and seafood, especially the seafood platter for two, which reviewers say is large enough for 2 to 3 people. Guests also repeatedly highlight lobster, grilled octopus, squid, and other mixed seafood served right by the beach in Diani Beach.
What dishes are most recommended at Asha Bistro?
The most recommended dishes are the seafood platter for two, lobster, grilled octopus, coconut prawns, and red snapper curry. Reviewers also mention seafood chowder, Thai red curry fish, taffi fish with ugali and spinach, and steak and fries as standouts.
What is the atmosphere like at Asha Bistro?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a direct beach setting. It suits couples looking for a scenic meal, as well as groups, families, tourists, and solo diners who want a relaxed oceanfront spot.
Is Asha Bistro good value, and what is the price range?
Asha Bistro falls in the KES 1,500 to 4,000 range, and reviewers often say the portions are generous, especially the seafood platter for two that can feed 2 to 3 people. Some drinks, like cocktails, are described as a bit pricey, but many guests still feel the food and setting make it worthwhile.
Do you need a reservation at Asha Bistro?
Yes, reservations are accepted and dinner reservations are recommended, with the data also saying reservations are required. That makes sense for a beachfront Diani Beach spot that is popular for dinner and often praised for its ocean-view seating.
Is parking available at Asha Bistro?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Asha Bistro have vegetarian options?
Yes, Asha Bistro offers vegan options.
Is the food at Asha Bistro halal?
Yes, Asha Bistro serves halal food.
Is Asha Bistro kid-friendly?
Yes, Asha Bistro is good for kids.
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