Jashuben Shah Pizza

Jashuben Shah Pizza is a Gujarati-style pizza business in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, with a listed shop at Century Bazaar on Ashram Road and an evening stall at Manek Chowk in the Old City. It was begun in the early 1990s by two women and is known for an Ahmedabad-style pizza that differs from Italian pizza: a thick, sweetish crust topped with a heavy layer of cheese. It is a well-known local food story and a regular stop on food tours of the city, and it appeals to visitors curious about how a global dish has been adapted to local taste.

The menu is short and built around the signature pizza. Items associated with the business include the thick-crust sweet Gujarati pizza, cheese pizza and sandwiches. The pizza is baked in a way that gives a soft, bread-like base, and the generous cheese topping is a defining feature. Vegetarian toppings are the norm, in keeping with much of Gujarat's food culture. Prices are low, at roughly INR 150-400 per person, so it works as an inexpensive snack or light meal.

The atmosphere depends on the location. The Century Bazaar shop is a simple, casual counter-style place on a busy commercial road, while the Manek Chowk stall is part of the crowded night market, with a much livelier and noisier setting. Dress is casual at both. Gujarat is a dry state, so drinks are soft drinks, tea and similar options. There is no formal dining room to speak of, and service is quick.

There are no reservations, and approximate hours are 11AM-11PM daily, with the Manek Chowk stall operating in the evening; hours should be confirmed. Visitors who prefer a quieter setting can use the Century Bazaar shop, while those who want the night-market atmosphere can visit the Manek Chowk stall after dark. Expectations matter: the pizza is sweeter and softer than Italian styles, and is best approached as a distinct local dish rather than a copy of a traditional one. It fits neatly into a wider food walk alongside other Old City stops.