Ashoka — Restaurant in Eastbourne

Our excursion to Eastbourne's stunning Seven Sisters cliffs was a captivating adventure that left us with a craving for authentic Indian flavors. Eager to explore the local culinary scene, our group decided to indulge in a taste of India by ordering food from Ashoka Restaurant for delivery to our Airbnb. However, our experience with their food fell far short of our expectations.

Following a remarkable day spent marveling at the beauty of the Seven Sisters, we were all looking forward to relishing the unique tastes of Indian cuisine from the comfort of our Airbnb. Our choice to order from Ashoka Restaurant through Uber Eats seemed like a promising one, as it allowed us to satisfy our yearning for flavorful spices and traditional Indian dishes.

Sadly, the reality of our dining experience was far from what we had envisioned. Our anticipation for an authentic culinary journey was met with bland disappointment as we delved into the offerings from Ashoka. The lack of proper seasoning, particularly the absence of essential spices and salt, left the food devoid of the aromatic and flavorful qualities that define Indian cooking.

Strikingly, the very aspect that was lacking—spices—was the one that mattered the most in our pursuit of an authentic Indian meal. Instead, we found ourselves confronted with an excess of oil and artificial coloring that further detracted from the dining experience. The glaringly unnatural yellow hues of the dishes, clearly a result of artificial additives, not only marred the visual appeal of the food but also left an unexpected mark on our nails and the surfaces where the food had been placed.

The intention behind our choice was to savor the genuine essence of Indian cuisine, yet the food delivered by Ashoka Restaurant through Uber Eats fell short in numerous ways. The absence of proper seasoning, combined with the overwhelming oiliness and artificial coloring, collectively created a meal that strayed drastically from our expectations.

As travelers who eagerly seek to immerse ourselves in the flavors of different cultures, our experience with Ashoka Restaurant's food delivery reminded us of the importance of authentic culinary experiences. The outward appearance of the dishes, marred by excessive artificial coloring, cannot replace the genuine allure of skillfully prepared dishes enriched with a medley of spices. Our yearning for an authentic Indian feast was regrettably unmet, leaving us with a sense of culinary dissatisfaction rather than the fulfillment we...

We visited Ashoka Restaurant on a Saturday evening. The ambience was pleasant, and the hospitality, staff, and service were commendable. I truly appreciate their efforts in delivering a good dining experience. However, the food itself was disappointing. While I would rate the atmosphere and service a solid 4, the food deserves only a 2.

As Indians visiting an Indian restaurant abroad, we were hoping for authentic flavors, but unfortunately, it fell short of expectations. We ordered Chicken Malwadi, Keema and Egg Fried Rice, Tandoori Chicken, Paratha, Garlic Naan, Tandoori Roti, and Chana Dal. The dishes lacked authenticity, and the flavors were not what we anticipated. The Chana Dal and grilled items seemed overly reliant on color, and the fried rice dishes had no noticeable differences in taste.

It felt like the dishes were tailored more to suit foreign tastes, which might appeal to some but does not do justice to the label of an “Indian restaurant.” Authenticity is what draws us to such establishments, and I hope this aspect is considered in the future. This is a gap I have noticed in many Indian restaurants in Eastbourne, and I believe its something that will eventually...

The restaurant was good for Indian Asian type of food. This was our first visit after doing a Google search it was only four minutes away from where we were so we decided to walk.

As we walked in, I first asked for the washroom I went inside the washroom there were no hand wash liquid and while we were in toilet the light went off for a few seconds.

When I went down I ordered my food and I ordered Paneer Bhaji and they sent Aloo Bhaji instead. The owner did at the end reduce the whole bill by £1.

If I would visit this place again I would make sure to cross check I have ordered for clarity. Most of the menu’s item weren’t cheap so I went in and ordered sides only. Which was...