Astha’s

Steps from Abbey Road, Astha’s sets itself apart as a British-Indian cafe by offering an inventive touch to familiar café fare. At the heart of its pastry counter is what’s touted as London’s first peshwari croissant, exemplifying its fusion approach. For lunch, the menu shifts to chaat and yellow dal partnered with lachha paratha, evoking both Indian comfort and the casual ease of a local cafe.

Inside, exposed brick, a working fireplace, and small floral touches invite lingering over a cup of masala chai, while a dedicated lassi menu completes the experience. Astha’s quietly balances playful creativity with roots in tradition, establishing itself as a stop for lunch or a light bite in this residential corner of northwest London.