Mango Vegetarian

We visited this little gem yesterday for lunch and for «something a bit different». Boy am I glad we did.
The food here is delicious, freshly prepared and leaves you wanting to visit for your next meal and the meal after that.
A southern indian inspired vegetarian menu with everything you’d want on there from your usual indian dishes to chaats (street food).
My new favourite restaurant locally. Loved it.

This whole Unilocaly business can be so fortuitous. Call it serendipity, call it what you will, but I know for sure I would never have discovered this gorgeous little eatery had it not been for wordy wanderers — and I’m so glad I did.
Mango is a gorgeous wee café-​cum-​restaurant in the wee town of Wetherby and I decided to pilgrimage out after spotting the recommendation, as my Mum was up to stay last week and I wanted to take her out to lunch. Since she came in the car we decided to make a small trip out, it was only about 25 minutes give or take, and the day was gorgeously sunny.
After an amazing little browse of the town, and a fabulous visit to the monthly shoe sale in the town hall, we went in search of Mango. It’s up one of the sweet little side streets, where all the buildings are made of what looks like Cotswold Stone — gorgeous sandstone bricks.
As soon as we entered we received a hugely warm welcome and took a seat under the stairs in the café area to choose our lunch. I ordered a Massala Chai and I can’t tell you how incredible it was. Well, I’m going to try. The lovely lady asked if I’d like them to sweeten it, which I went for since they’d be the experts, and it was delicious. Sweet, but not overly so, spicy with cinnamon and clove, and so warming. Like relaxation therapy in a cup! Given that it was one of the most blustery days I’ve known (the metal shop signage on all the businesses were swinging like guillotines) it was just what I needed.
We had a delightful bit of a natter with the girl who was serving us, as we decided what to eat, and in the end opted for two of the Indian lunch dishes, since that is what they specialise in. And for the carnivores out there — you wouldn’t miss the meat one iota. The menu is fabulous! We decided to share the Pav Bhaji and the Indian Special Wrap. Oh my goodness. The Pav Bhaji was a portion of mixed vegetables made into a patty of some kind, complete with a toasted bap, and was utterly flavoursome. The Indian Wrap (almost like a pancake wrap) came complete with the most delicious paneer chunks, potato, a side salad and a portion of mint-​yoghurt. It was medium spicy (although they ask how spicy you’d like it) and it was incredibly moreish!
I practically inhaled the food, managing (just about) to savour each tasty bite, my only lament being that with each mouthful I was closer to the end. Each mouthful was perfectly balanced with spice, taste and texture and it was the perfect amount to satisfy one for a lunch-​time filling. If I get the chance I’d love to come back and try something a little more hefty from their restaurant menu as I’m sure it would be just as impressive. The total came to about £17 for two drinks and two dishes, which is probably more than I’d like to spend, but this is a definitely an instance where we were paying for quality. All in all I couldn’t be more pleased that we made the effort to visit — and I highly recommend you do so as well! Love love love it.

This was a truly amazing find but if you are ever in Wetherby I urge you to call in. During the day you will find a café atmosphere with sandwiches, wraps and soup and in the evening a full Gujarati restaurant.
The food is well prepared and tastes really good and the menu is clear and helpful indicating vegan and gluten free dishes.
If all that weren’t enough there is also a deli where you can buy some very nice chutneys and pickles as well as a take away service.
Wetherby is finally on the foodie map!