This little quaint restaurant seems to be overlooked by its more popular and busy next-door neighbor, San Tung, but jokes on everyone waiting, Gurung Kitchen is the place to be with some of the best Indian/Nepalese food I've ever eaten. Everything I've eaten here has been absolutely delicious. Portions are large, and prices are affordable! My favorites are the Bhindi Masala (okra) and the Pani Puri, which you can't find at every Indian restaurant. Tons of vegan options that are clearly labeled under their own category. Will be coming back again and again! read more

Gurung Kitchen - Pani Puri - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

So tasteless interior with flavorless food & tea. I won't go back. Wish more classic style interior and more flavor add to food. read more

Good spot for Indian food, the flavors and texture were good, however the quantity of the entrees seemed lesser compared to similarly priced restaurants. The two paneer dishes we ordered were good - we liked the korma better than the paneer tikka masala. The butter naan was also nice and soft. They had some extra charges for additional order which was very strange and they have 2.5% surcharge for credit cards so remember to carry cash to avoid the fee. read more

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No line and many open seats at 7pm on a Friday evening. I can only attribute this to the fact that there are so many good restaurants in competition nearby because the food here is bomb and reasonably priced. This place deserves more business, I recommend it especially if San Tung right next door has a giant line like usual haha. read more

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Great service and everyone is nice inside. The food took a little longer to make which means only one thing: they actually cook it for you and not just microwave. When it came in, yup I was right, everything was freshly made. A lot of great flavors. Nothing too greasy. If I'd cook it at home (if I knew how) that's what it'd taste like. Ambience is relaxed and quiet. Perfect for me read more

Gurung Kitchen - Thali set with goat - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Recommend!!! Amazing and tasty food! We loved their chicken tikka and cheese naan! Service 10/10, the server is super friendly and attentive. Will for sure come again! read more

Gurung Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

3.5/5 stars Came here for lunch and there was no wait and no other customers in the restaurant. The inside was nicely decorated with flowers. We got the Buff Jhol Momo ($15.99), the Mixed Grill ($21.99), the Lamb Tikka Masala ($16.99), and white basmati rice ($3.99). The menu had a good variety of authentic-looking dishes, so it was fun to share these dishes family-style. The Buff Jhol Momo had an interesting flavor, and had a little bit of soup inside. The skin of the dumpling was thicker than I preferred. The meat inside lacked flavor. The Mixed Grill consisted of salmon, chicken, lamb, and shrimp. The salmon was my fave - it was so tender! The chicken was also tender and flavorful. This dish was overly salted and overburnt in my opinion, but still solid. The lamb tikka masala had a delicious and slightly sweet flavorful, but also on the salty side. The lamb pieces were tender. Overall, I enjoyed the spices and flavors of the dishes we got, but the dishes were overly salty. Solid meal for the price read more

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Delicious food and our server (Yuzin?) was very sweet! Standouts from our meal were the buff (water buffalo) momo, ajwain paratha, and the mixed grill. Momos: delicious - the flavors were beautifully balanced and the sauce helped tie the whole dish together. Ajwain paratha - this has such an addicting crisp and chew and a lovely subtle spice to it that I ended up enjoying it plain. Mixed grill - came with chicken, lamb, salmon, and shrimp. Salmon was a tad overcooked for my liking, but everything else on the plate was cooked to perfection. Chicken and lamb were juicy and tender and I loved the smoky char from the clay oven. We will definitely need to come back to try some of their other dishes. We were the only party during dinner on a Sunday - the folks waiting outside for San Tung don't know what they're missing out on! read more

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With all the hype next door, you might miss how much of a banger this spot is. Lamb & beef were super tender, the paneer was bursting with flavor, and both the salted and mango lassi felt homemade and delightful. Naan was fire as well. Def stopping by again; I hardly ever leave reviews, but this spot deserves it. read more

Gurung Kitchen - Jhol Momo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We admittedly ventured over here for the restaurant next door, but with a 2 hour wait we looked up the other restaurants close by and decided on this one. I was not disappointed and am glad we ended up here. It was a happy accident for real. It's sweetly decorated on the inside, you can tell it was done with care and intention. The service is just as nice. Friendly, warm, and welcoming. Our food was delicious. Everything was fresh and seasoned well. Many restaurants tend to go overboard with salt and this one does not for sure. Our favorite dish was the tandoori chicken. It was honestly the best we've had in a long time. It was tender, tasty and grilled to perfection. I wish we'd ordered more! read more

My wife and I have been getting takeout here for years at this point -- best butter chicken and garlic naan I've ever had. My wife's choice is their lamb biryani and also has never been disappointed. We'll get their momo sometimes and they're super soft and flavorful. Also, one time they forgot to put the butter chicken into our takeout bag so we called once we got home and realized. The owner or manager then personally delivered the butter chicken to us himself (we did offer to come by but he insisted). So, very thoughtful service as well. We really love this place and want to see them get more recognition!!! read more

We found this spot because it was located right next to San Tung. We were looking at the menu since we were waiting anyways (luckily they had it on their window haha), and we were pretty interested so we went for lunch the next day! The staff were all really friendly and quick. For example, when we asked if they'd be able to cut the samosas for us, they gave us mini samosas and cut them in half that was perfect amount for our party of 5. We ordered so much food that I don't entirely remember what we got, but the standouts were definitely the curry, samosas, and there was something lamb that we liked that my aunt who usually doesn't like lamb, really liked as well! For lunch they also have some sort of lunch plate/combo that has a little bit of everything that would be really nice for solo diners looking for a quick lunch during the weekday read more

They have good samosas and yummy chicken biryani. I asked for less salt and it came out just the way I like it. Very generous with chicken. I rather have more biryanis rice than chicken. The service was good as well. read more

Quality/Quantity - Fairly simple menu, done well. One of our guests, who is a regular customer here, wanted to introduce this restaurant to our out-of-state guest. He preferred "Chinese" food. See amazing dinner review at San Wang. Today we got the following: Vegetable Pakora - I love this stuff, it makes me think I am eating healthy. Yes, it is deep fried. The dips were good also, I prefer the pesto sauce dip. Pani Puri - Interesting. Our host guest wanted to introduce this to our out-of-state guest. Pork Momo, 3 orders. - Our guests really like pork. Butter Chicken - You can almost not go wrong with this. Because we stayed so long, our guest got hungry again, so we added this and the naan to our order. Garlic Naan - Some of the best I have had, almost like a pizza garlic naan. Gulab Jamun - Dessert - Very sweet, actually too sweet for me, but everyone else liked it. It was like a donut sponge filled with sweet syrup. Also available are beers on tap, see picture. But wasn't sure if our guest drinks... Well, if you are following, the next day on our Napa trip, we found out how much he likes to drink, lol. Atmosphere - Small but beautifully decorated restaurant. See pictures. Small lounge area. Street parking, good luck. Our guest must be an extremely lucky person! For our two days together, we got the PERFECT parking places in EVERY place we visited! Single, unisex, clean, and organized bathroom. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 10pm. Service - 6 stars, friendly and accommodating. We also took an extremely long lunch as we just picked up our guest from SFO and have not seen him for decades! No pressure to leave. To preface, we came after the lunch rush and left before the dinner customers came. Price - $85 + generous tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2021, we will be regular customers. read more

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Garlic naan has never looked so good. My server, Deepak, took exception care of me during my meal. Water topped off more than a couple times. Food was delicious. If you like spicy food don't get the Medium heat. Ambiance is excellent. read more

Gurung Kitchen - Garlic Naan - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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There are several Indian restaurants in our neighborhood, but Gurung Kitchen is now one of my favorites. It's a little bit of a walk for us so we haven't visited despite walking past it many times on doggie walks. We got the gobi machurian to share and I got the thali with goat. The gobi machurian was okay. I prefer dry manchurian, whereas this one has a thick sauce, so it was a little soggy. But the flavor was good. My thali was great, the main reason I want to come back again. I feel like when I get thalis at other places, it's just a few items plopped together and made hours ago. This thali had small portions of 8-9 things. I liked the couple of pickled vegetables that I've never had. There was rice as well as a crispy cracker (I don't know the name). The goat curry as very flavorful. Definitely want to come back and try some other items! read more

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Recommended spot for authentic Nepalese cuisine! A Nepalese friend suggested coming here for dinner... I've been to quite a few different Nepalese spots in SF but was able to try new & different menu items here. They have a broader menu that includes Indian dishes as well. Simple and bright interior. Limited wine selection (red or white) sold by the glass or bottle. Street parking directly in front of the building. Food: - Pork & chicken momos - delicious, some of the best I've had - Pani puri - light potato puffs with spices was my favorite app - Chatpate - first time trying this Nepalese street food... kind of like a salad with crunchy ramen noodles-like pieces, cucumbers, tomato, peas, spicy peppers etc. - Thakali thali set with chicken - very filling, comes with dal, veggies, rice, sauces & more read more

Gurung Kitchen - Thakali thali set with chicken - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Parking is limited and difficult to find. The noise level is very quiet and peaceful. The decorations were pretty sick though. The ceiling had some cool lights and cutout designs. Chicken Tikka Masala (4/5): some of the chicken was a little dry, but it was super flavorful. The sauce was creamy and smooth. Every bite melted in my mouth. Food came out a bit on the slow side. Nonetheless, Gurung Kitchen has some great food. The atmosphere is laid back and relaxing. read more

Gurung Kitchen - Chicken Tikka Masala - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Our party of 12 stumbled upon this place as we originally intended to eat at the place next door. The decor was pretty. We were seated immediately. Service was great, the server constantly cleared plates, filled our waters and was very attentive. Food was amazing! Filled with flavor and fresh. Our entire group loved it and were all so happy that we chose to eat here instead. We honestly enjoyed it more than our normal Indian restaurant in our hometown. Definitely bookmarking this place and will visit it next trip to SF! read more

Very disappointing experience. The food was bland to the point that we had to ask for salt, and no one checked on us during the meal. Expected much better from a Nepalese restaurant. read more

Gurung Kitchen - Sukuti and pork chilly - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Best garlic naan ever!!!!!, the costumer service was 10/10 thanks again! I'll be back soon

It is my first time to visit this restaurant and I am amazed by the experience. This is Nepal food which is new to me. I am excited by the new food, new taste and new way of eating. For most of the dishes, I never heard of it or tried it, so everything is a surprising delight. The best value is the plate with rice, vegetables, meat etc. That is the highlight of experience, flavor and value. The waitress is super nice to explain the cuisines to the first-timer like me. The deco is unique and interesting. Even it is a lamp shade, it is a piece of art. read more

We felt like trying a new restaurant in the neighborhood, so we decided to try Gurung Kitchen. Heads up! Prices are a bit high and portions aren't big. But food is flavorful and filling especially if you order stew and naan bread. So despite smaller portions, it's rich that you'll feel full quicker than expected. We ordered chicken vindaloo, lamb tikka masala, garlic naan and onion naan. The vindaloo was a bit salty and chicken was kinda dry. 3/5 The tikka masala was good, flavorful and not salty. Though the lamb wasn't soft and tender as I would have liked. 3.5/5 Garlic naan was good and had perfect texture and chew. 5/5 Onion naan was tasty but soggy. 3/5 Maybe we ordered wrong? But it seemed they missed the mark on most of the things that we ordered. When making stews, I've learned to cook the meat and set it aside so the meat doesn't overcook. After the stew is done, you would add the meat back in and then serve. I think the meat got overcooked in the stew and was in there too long. The onion naan had onions that might not have been sweated out before being in the naan which the juices would come out as it cooked making the bread soggy and less likely to crisp up. Hopefully the cook will improve on his techniques to give customers a better experience when dining here. I wish I could have given them a rave review like many others, but our experience wasn't quite the same. Service was ok. I can't say she was friendly nor was she rude. She just took our order. She wasn't chatty or friendly. We didn't get refills of water. Though the water cup given was pretty large. But it was empty after our meal. Food took a bit since naan bread was prepared fresh. I think the garlic naan was the highlight of our meal. read more

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Having spent time in many villages in the Gorkha district and having close Gurung friends, I can say with confidence that Gurung Kitchen is absolutely perfect. The food is incredible -- traditional, authentic, and beautifully prepared. Every dish feels like it was made with care and love, just like in Nepal. The atmosphere is peaceful and welcoming, with lovely flower and butterfly decorations that make the space feel warm and special. You'll notice that many of the guests are Nepali, which tells you how true to home the flavors are. The service is gentle, kind, and attentive -- you really feel taken care of here. This is a restaurant that serves not just food, but genuine hospitality and culture. Definitely a must-visit in San Francisco. I'll be coming back every time I'm in the city! read more

Wonderful Himalayan food! The momos were delightful, and the mixed grilled plate was a fantastic way to sample a number of options. The naan is among the best in SF. read more

Wait for San Tung was too along, so our group decided to check out this Nepalese next door. We got: * butter chicken: creamy and flavorful yet not spicy at all. Note that it doesn't come with rice nor naan so you have to order that on the side * garlic naan: I think it was $3 each. Would recommend this over rice * masala tea: it tasted good but was very sweet. Tasted like they put lots of condensed milk * buff momo: Nepalese dumplings! We got this because the name sounded fun, it was not bad but nothing to rave about Overall, the food was good but a bit pricey. Service was nice and friendly. Casual ambiance. read more

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Went here for a bday party and the dishes ordered were good, tasty and fresh. The service was ourselves but the food was kept well stocked the entire party. read more

Just look at the garlic naan and tell me u don't want it. Skip San tung this place is too good read more

Gurung Kitchen - Coconut Chicken Curry Cheese Naan Garlic Naan - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I came here on a whim since San Tung was closed since I was also curious about trying Nepalese food. We ordered the pani puri, jhol momo, chicken korma curry, and lamb biryani. I was a big fan of the jhol momo soup because of how nutty it was. I've had jhol momo elsewhere and I thought the soup was always tomato based but I preferred it sesamey and creamy like this place! All the other food was good but not impressive. I wasn't a big fan of the curry. It was too creamy and heavy on the dairy and wasn't as flavorful. However I liked how there chicken was tender and initially pan fried. What impressed me most was the service. The waiter was really friendly, and noticed that I preferred to eat spicy food so he gave me a little sauce cup of spice from their kitchen. He was also really outgoing, which made my dining experiencing memorable! read more

Was expensive. The food wasn't that great. The photos were an illusion. I thought the food would be flavorful, but I felt like the food had been cook from time earlier and reheated as I ordered inside the restaurant. The waiter was nice, though read more

This place is lovely. This is a family run joint - husband, wife and brother they care and it shows in the quality of food and service. The staff were friendly and happy to discuss food options and to make suggestions. The lassi and chai - all home made with subtle hints of cardamon. The food is really good. All home made. We actually saw the raw materials being delivered ... We really enjoyed the momo - Tibetan dumplings - rich and flavorful and have a delicate sauce. We tried the chicken and pork. Next time we'll try the water buffalo ... Main dishes - again really good - butter chicken - rich, creamy. The lamb curry was outstanding. The meat was tender but wow the sauce - really rich and delicious. Perfect for dipping the butter naan into. A lovely local addition with a hard working family team running the show. We will definitely be going back and ordering more from them. read more

Saw this place randomly because it smelled hella good from the outside, decided to go inside. Got the veggie pakora, garlic naan and chicken tikka masala. Absolute food came fast and staff was really nice read more

My husband and I had dinner at Gurung Kitchen a few nights ago. We enjoyed the Napales ambiance, felt taken care by Pe, who was a friendly and attentive waiter. We enjoyed the delicious food. We ordered mango lassis, had complimentary wafers with plum and mint sauce, and enjoyed the deliciously spiced chicken palak, chicken korma, both medium spicy, basmati rice, raita, and garlic naan. It was enough food for a meal the next day. The food was exceptionally tasty and we will return. Don't hesitate.... read more

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Disappointed to go there and find out the ownership had changed. The place is still okay, the food just isn't quite as good as before. Our waitress was nice and very helpful. Still a good value with an interesting menu. read more

This is my second time at Gurung....Amazing food!!!! The samosa chat was soooo good! My biryani was delish!!! Lamb vindaloo...yum! Service is great and the restaurant is so cutesy! A definite must try! Thank you!!! read more

Super delicious vegan food! (And my brother said the chicken was delicious too). Very savory and filling. We went there bc we met one of the owners walking our dog with their cute dogs. We will be back for sure! read more

Nice decor, friendly service, and delicious food. A great spot for either a casual date or family/small group. We enjoyed everything we ordered: nimki chaat (crisp with fresh flavors), veg chili momo (tasty though we might have preferred the sauce on the side), vegetable korma (deliciously creamy and flavorful), chicken and boti kebabs (both yummy), basmati rice (perfectly cooked), garlic naan (crisp and fluffy), and masala chai (a perfect complement to the food). We're thrilled to have found a local alternative to Napa's Yak and Yeti. read more

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Was curious about some nepalese/indian in the sunset as there aren't many options. This used to be where san tung's seconds restaurant was to be located. The place was somewhat quiet. We sat down immediately and service was pretty standard and not very talkative and had plenty of time to order. The decoration is really vibrant. The food was decent. I made the mistake of ordering the johl momos which were too citrusy in my opinion. The garlic naan was well seasoned and went very well with the palak paneer which was pretty balanced. Rice is an extra charge of 2-3$ which is a little disappointing considering the small size of it. The mango lassi was satisfying but the paper straw really melts into it with the texture. Overall it was an average experience. It's great having another Indian restaurant in the sunset. I will try the dhido next time I come in. read more

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This place is low key and calming with good Nepal/Indian cuisine. We walked in and were immediately greeted and seated. They will ask you on spice level: medium or hot. The lamb vindaloo was both medium spicy and flavorful. The seafood curry was packed with tender calamari and other seafood; it was medium spicy and flavorful. Both curries are relatively smaller portions. We ordered two kinds of naan: regular and a cherry/coconut filled naan. Both very good and especially the latter. Also, a bowl of basmati rice was summoned; it was well made and tasty. $56 with tax and tip. Tip: two light eaters could skip the basmati rice. Bathrooms: ok barely. Customer service: ok Parking: Inner sunset, if you get parking in five minutes, you are super lucky. read more

Order all the chili momos, the lamb shank, and lamb biryani if you can. You're welcome!