Just found this spot near us and it has NO competition in the Sunnyside area! In fact, the love and…read morecare put into this little shop rivals top contending coffee shops in other areas as well. Every little thing about this place simply makes me smile. I decided to just sit for a few minutes and soak it all in before starting my work. I love the mini Tibetan merchandise corner, the lived-in feeling that the "prayer flag" wall gives, and I'll leave the rest for you to discover on your own. Shockingly I wasn't a big fan of the salted butter latte, which I thought would be right up my alley. The espresso was actually great, but it was a little TOO salty and buttery. I feel like that one is partially on me... This coffee shop has my highest recommendations! The owner and our barista were both wonderful to talk to and I look forward to seeing them again!

Their strawberry matcha might be in my top three in New York. The ratio of matcha, strawberry, &…read moremilk was a great ratio, and it wasn't overly sweet like the other strawberry matchas I've had. The iced Americano was solid too if you need a good option for your coffee fix. I also tried the momo dumplings & they were decent overall. It was slightly on the mushy side, but still tasted great. The space itself is pretty big with plenty of seating. There aren't many outlets though, so I'd recommend charging your laptop beforehand if you're planning to get some work done. The drinks also took a little while to come out, so service tends to be on the slower side. If you have some time & in the area, I definitely recommend checking this place out!

Yessss! Momos of every flavor, cooking style and filling…read morehere, yum! Met up with friends here for dinner on a freezing winter weekend evening. The store was on the emptier side probably given the weather outside, with only about a third of their 30 or so seats taken. Seating is first come first serve, no formal waiter service, you order at the counter and they bring the food when it's ready. Staff were helpful in explaining what each item was, the protein options (a choice of chicken or beef for each), and level of spiciness (not too spicy though the accompanying sauces had a kick). We ordered-- - Kothey momo $9.99: selected the beef filling, this was a lightly pan-fried dumpling with a thin dough wrapper and savory minced beef filling. Served with a medium spicy dipping sauce. Good! - Thai soup momo $12.99: came in a curry broth with vegetables, my friend ordered the chicken momos and they came piping hot in the soup. Tasty and warm comfort food for a very cold evening. - Chili momo $11.99: deep fried and served with a tangy sweet and sour chili sauce, peppers and onions, my friend ordered the beef version. The spice level on the chili sauce was pretty mild. Yummy. - Samosa chaat momo $11.99: sprinkled with diced tomato, onion, cilantro doused with green chutney and sitting in a shallow bed of yogurt sauce, these deep fried momo were so flavorful. - Tandoori momo $11.99: I'm not sure if these were baked in a tandoori oven but they were sure seasoned with spices to taste like it , and delicious! Tender and juicy chicken filling. - Sandeko momo $11.99: another deep fried momo (this time I asked for beef) topped with a chunky sauce of soybeans, tomato and onion, filled with minced meat. This was another tasty plate! All the momos we ordered came with 8 pieces, while some of the basic flavors come with a couple more pieces. A single plate is a moderate amount of food for a meal though we ended up ordering six different types to share and try. Each stood out in a different way and I'd heartily recommend all. If there was just one critique it was since it was so cold that night (in the teens Fahrenheit) and no outside wind door that whenever a new customer or delivery pickup driver came in, a rush of freezing cold air also came in. It was quite chilly inside the restaurant for that reason and I had to eat with my jacket on. However that didn't detract from the tasty momos, and I'll certainly be back!

Ambiance (5/5): The layout is very open, casual, and seat yourself. 2 tables available outside for…read moreoutdoor dining. The facilities were clean, bathroom also available. Service (N/A): You order at the front kiosk and then they bring out the order to your table. Tandoori Momo (4/5): The momo itself was a little on the cold side. However, the flavors of the tandoori flavor was coated on the outside of the shell and accompanied with the green sauce and white sauce. It was such a unique flavor to your standard momo taste. I would love to come back to try the other flavors.

Another stop on my first Jackson Heights food tour. This Nepalese spot offers Nepali foot,…read moreBhutanese food, Tibetan food, and Indian food. The food types are similar but offer different spice/flavor profiles. They have a large section of noodles, soup, and rice. A veggie section with various combos of cauliflower, potatoes, onion, bamboo, blackened peas, mustard greens, and spices. Some of the Indian dishes: paneer butter masala, palak paneer, chicken tikka masala. Some of the appetizers include crispy tofu, fried soybeans, a Nepali snack platter with marinated meat, goat, beef tripe, sliced beef tongue, fried jerky, duck. They also have a momo section. We had their famous chicken lollipops (essentially fried chicken) and it was crispy and spicy (in a good way). We also had sadeko (marinated or tossed) bacon, which was rich and tender. I had one of their Nepali cocktails, which was pleasantly spicy (the chatpata aam, made with tequila, spicy chatpatey syrup, and mango puree). Service was attentive. Inside is cozy, lots of dark wood and colorful flags. They also often have entertainment in the evening, so I would love to return to hear some live music while trying more Nepali cuisine.

From you enter the door you are greeted by friendly staff. Luckily for me, my party was here and…read moreeasy to spot. A were a large group celebrating our friends birthday. The place isn't huge but it is a good size and was able to accommodate us. There were many appetizers on the table that were very delish. A hit for me were the seasoned potatoes, Aloo Dum (dry). I ordered the Shogo Ngopa and decided to go with tingmo instead of the white rice. Trying something new! Also ordered a mango lassie. Food came out fresh, warm and delicious. The tingmo reminded me to a steamed bun with out the filling but with layers. Everything was good. Everyone was friendly and kept our water glasses filled. At 9pm there was live music which was a nice treat. They even sang happy birthday to our friend. Nice place and will definitely try again!

Came for lunch on a frigid Sunday and there was no wait. Thenthuk was incredible - one of the best…read moreones I've had! Beef momo had great filling, but I didn't love the wrapper. Next time: I want to try the Chana gwaramari, Riki kur, chili cauliflower, stir fry veggie noodles, and pancakes. 4.5 stars.

I've been wanting to come to Dawa's for many years. It was one of the first sit-down, more…read more"elevated" Nepalese/Tibetan restaurants to open along the 7 train, since followed by some other excellent options like Newa Chhe. True to its location on the border of northern Sunnyside and Woodside, they serve a mix of American brunch options and Nepalese dishes. Our favorites were the Riki kur, a Himalayan take on aloo parantha, and Chana gwaramari, which included typical Nepalese kala chana and a few morsels of savoury doughnuts that I much preferred over sel roti. We ordered one other buckwheat crepe which came served with achaar and dahi - the dahi was fantastic, but the crepe was a bit bland. Overall, a great option for wasting away an afternoon on a pleasant street in western Queens.

Tried the Momo soup here and it was great, just what I was looking for at that moment…read more I enjoyed it so much that I walked out to meet a friend at a station and we went back there because I recommended him to try it. The service was quick and good as well, and they have a window bar seating, which is great if you are solo.

My friends who used to live really close to here (now they live still pretty close but slightly…read morefarther) recommended this place and they have yet to lead me astray so far. They got the thalis which looked good, but my friend said she also really liked the samyabajee which has more crunch and texture, so I got the bhutan one (I think I was told this was goat head but I can't remember, so feel free to double check). This was soooo good, I would absolutely get this again. It is a bit spicy so just keep that in mind, but so good. We also got jhol momos and sel roti. I could personally probably skip their jhol momos (I've had better at another spot / I think I liked the other stuff we ordered better), but the sel roti was good and yummy especially since it's been years since I've had it. Highly recommend this cozy, delicious restaurant with lovely staff.

I've walked past this place a few times and was intrigued so I decided to give it a try…read more It has a beautiful, well decorated interior and was kept warm and cozy on a snowy day. They provide complimentary popcorn, which is well seasoned and rich with ghee. I was seated in a chair that was very low to the ground. While outfitted with comfy cushions, I was not sure what the proper was to sit on this chair was and I was too embarrassed to ask. My best guess is that it's meant to be a criss cross applesauce type situation, but I had on wet snow boots and didn't particularly want to do that. This isn't a complaint, but just something to consider for anyone with mobility concerns who might be considering visiting. There are some normal style chairs in the front of the restaurant that I'm sure I would have been switched to had I requested as such. Anyway, onto the food. I ordered the "Lahana Ko Faarzi Bhoj" which arrived on a large round platter with a variety of different dishes. I am very new to this type of food, and most of it was completely unfamiliar to me, which was very exciting. The grain at the center of this platter is "chiura," a rice product which has been pounded flat and dried. It has a light and crunchy texture, and pairs well with the thinner, wet curries it was served with as it really soaks up the liquid and expands in size. I've never had this before and it was very interesting to try. The platter comes with two bowls of warm curry, one with black eyed peas and maybe some potato and the other was darker with meat which I preferred. Both were rich and deep in flavor, but the darker one (pictured on the right) was so savory and well balanced- definitely my favorite part of the meal. They both have some heat to them, the kind that builds at the back of the palette throughout the meal, but none of this food was excessively spicy. The main plate has a ring of various cold dishes around the edge, all of which were unfamiliar to me so I can't necessarily identify them. My favorites were the pieces of well seasoned dark meat chicken and the deep fried egg in the center, but it also included some pickled elements, some ground meat and a small skewer, which I found to be quite tough. I really enjoyed trying new, interesting food in such a beautiful space. The servers were kind and there are many other items on the menu that I'm interested to try. I feel lucky to have this place nearby.

Come for happy hour and vibes: the drinks and atmosphere at Faarzi are unusual in the neighborhood,…read morewhere few restaurants of its ilk have a full cocktail program. This is such a fun spot; don't be deterred by the Irish-pub-resembling exterior, the interior is delightful decorated with Himalayan touches, with bar or table seating. I've happened to come by a few nights when there's live music playing, and the crowd has clearly been there for the performance, but if you want to talk to your tablemates, you might want to come a bit earlier in the evening. I appreciated the creativity and the cuisine-specificity of the cocktails, and the bartenders are super friendly. The food is there as a nice accompaniment to the drinks, but if you're looking for a Himalayan meal experience and no drinks, I'd probably point you elsewhere in the Jackson Heights neighborhood up Broadway. I prefer Faarzi to Kasthamandap or UpTop in Jackson Heights/Elmhurst, but all three can provide similar live music/fun vibes/cocktail experiences.

Ambiance (5/5): The inside in incredibly ornate and transport you to another culture. The walls are…read moredecked out, there's a stage in the front, the TV plays scenic views of Nepal. Light ethnic music playing in the background. It was very serene and immersive. Large establishment that can also seat large parties. Service (4/5): We were the only patrons in the restaurant at 3p. The food took much longer than expected to come out (maybe like 30min). Beef momos (kothey style) (5/5): It was worth the wait!! The skin was a nice chew with a crunchy bite mixed in. The stuffing was wonderfully flavored and balanced. The sauces were basically unneeded! We went on a self guided momo food crawl and we had this spot last - it was unanimously chosen as the best momo we had all day (out of 5 in the neighborhood!)

Bit more than a year ago my wife spotted this restaurant on a bus through to LGA. We finally had…read morethe chance to give it a shot just yesterday. Day before a blizzard, always is a great time for good eats. Aside from ourselves there was only 1 other couple, but again it's mid day before a blizzard. The restaurant is decorated perfect IMHO. Without being anything over the top I felt it was a very nice balance of dark, old, new and modern - where needed. I really liked the feel and the space. The food - finally my first momo platter. Again being a vegetarian it's hard to come by. It was insanely good. Nothing like ordering "dumplings" if U ask me. But so much more wholesome dough, filling, and fresh herbs. And the 2 sauces were intensely different from any other condiment I've ever had. We also ordered an amazing black tea with honey lemon ginger - my fav. And paneer chilli, and aloo timur. Both just as great with no oily, greasy, saltiness to it and fresh herbs and spices. At the end we caught up with some small talk with the young woman who served us and said bye til we come here again - debility for the jhol momo and the brunch platters next.

told my friend I need to check out more food spots in Queens. So she recommended this Himalayan/…read moreNepalese spot. We got there right before the rush. So we were seated quickly, which was good because we were cold and starved. In this weather, it is the perfect time for a warm bowl of soup. We ordered: Chicken Tangkun Beef Momo (don't call them dumplings) Chives and slice pork belly (I think they have a different name on the menu tho) The food was really tasty and affordable. However, I wished the dishes and soup weren't so greasy. Overall no complaints.

Chili Momo- was blown away by these!! I've had few experiences in my life where you could taste the…read morelove put into a dish but this was one of them. Not too spicy, tomatoey sauce flavor, and crispy dough. I can see why this place is so highly recommended. Also loved the interior decor and calming music which felt so cozy and intricate, taking you out of the busy city environment. Service was quick, but not too overbearing, allowing my friend and I to sit and talk. Overall great experience here!!

This Himalayan restaurant is on Queens Blvd near Sunny side, I pass it on my drive home so back…read morein August there was a parking spot out front so I parked and went in! This was early afternoon so it was pretty empty the owner was very nice he suggested Kothey Momo Goat which was tender and very well seasoned, then we had Butter Chicken Marsala also delicious ! We got a Curry Lamb. & Samosa's too for a friend to try and Of course we ordered garlic naan ! The mango lassie is perfection ! So if you're in the area drop in Manoji May be there with kind attentive service !

I got a takeout and I was really disappointed with the chicken choila. The dish was extremely bland…read moreand tasted mostly like chili oil with very little depth of flavor. Instead of being smoky or well-seasoned like a proper choila should be, it felt like an oil-heavy plate with minimal balance. It ended up being more greasy than flavorful. For the price, the portion and quality don't justify the cost. I expected bold, fresh spices and char-grilled flavor, but what I got was flat and oily. I actually enjoyed my homemade meal more than this takeout. A renowned establishment like Bajeko Sekuwa should honestly do better. The reputation sets a high expectation, and this dish didn't come close to meeting it. Unfortunately, I wouldn't order this again.

We visited here on for the 12th annual momo crawl. The line to get in this place was long, but we…read moredid get to sit down and enjoy a few momos and try Nepal Ice beer. The momos were ok. The beer was very good and a very reasonable price. The decor is unique and there was a welcoming vibe.

Taste of Himalaya was okay. It's conveniently located near the E,M, F, R subway and Q53 bus. Staff…read morewas attentive. The restaurant was nicely decorated and clean. The plates were small. For the price, I would've expected to get a little more food. Originally, we ordered Goat Bhuttan (appetizer), Alu Chese Momo (8x dumplings), and Chicken Chili (main course). It wasn't enough food for two people, so we added the Shapta Chili Beef (main course) The food is good. But, it didn't blow my mind. They provide three jars of spices (two hot sauces and one sweet soy sauce) for the table. I think we had high expectations after reading the other reviews on Yelp. Like I said, the food was good, but it did not meet our expectations.