- 8 St Nicholas St, Worcester WR1 1UW
- Mon-Sat 9:30 AM to 9 PM Sun 10 am–7 pm
- 4.4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆(73)
Friends asian supermarket Worcester
The store operates from Trinity House, St Nicholas Street, Worcester WR1 1UW, right in the city centre near Chapel & Friary Walk Shopping Centre. This spot places it steps from Worcester High Street, the bus station and Foregate Street train station, making it handy for quick trips or bulk shopping.
History and Background
Friends Asian Supermarket expanded to this larger St Nicholas Street location as its second branch in Worcester, after starting smaller and opening another in Gloucester. Locals call it a “new superstore” or the “biggest Afro-Asia shop” in the city, with recent growth allowing for massive stock, including entire rooms dedicated to rice varieties and fresh produce. It focuses on Asian products, especially Indian, Kerala, and Malayali items, while also stocking African goods like Nigerian brands.
Founded by brothers Dennis and David Matthews, who previously ran a successful convenience store for 18 years, the business represents a major step forward — offering Worcester one of its largest selections of Asian groceries.
Products and Sections
Shoppers find a vast range of Asian staples: fresh fish, halal meat from an in-house butcher, vegetables (including plantain, peppers and potatoes), fruits, spices, rice (dozens of types), Indian cooking ingredients and Kerala specialities. The store also carries snacks, household essentials and unique cultural items, praised for variety that caters to food enthusiasts and families exploring cuisines.
Reviews and Reputation
Reviews highlight fresh produce, quality meat and wide product variety, with many comparing it to a “sweet shop” of unique Asian finds. The UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme inspected it on 16 May 2024, confirming compliance as a supermarket. Some note mixed customer service, but overall it’s recommended for authentic ingredients.
How to Reach
St Nicholas Street is pedestrian-friendly in Worcester centre.
- By bus/train: 2-minute walk from Worcester Foregate Street station or bus station.
- By car: Nearby public parking at Friary Walk multi-storey (722 spaces) or street options; availability varies at peaks.
- On foot: Near High Street shops and Worcester Cathedral.
What It's Famous For For
Friends Asian Supermarket is known as Worcester’s go-to for every Asian cooking ingredient, from Kerala spices to massive rice selections and fresh halal meats. It draws multicultural shoppers seeking hard-to-find imports in a spacious, expanded store.
Nearby Markets
Chapel & Friary Walk blends historic arcades with modern shops in Worcester city centre. Enjoy boutiques, cafés and spots like Huntingdon Hall.
Everyday groceries and snacks at Luna Mini Market, 142 London Road, Worcester – quick-stop convenience for St. Johns residents near city centre bus routes.
Everyday groceries, fresh produce & international staples at Watan Supermarket, 30 Cole Hill WR5 1DG – affordable shopping for South Worcester families in 2026.
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