We wanted to order from Moh Moh Licious, but it literally closed 3 minutes from when we were trying…read moreto order so we settled for this spot. And I'm sad we did, because the food was NOT good. We ordered - Impossible meat momos 3/5 - they were okay...not the best and not the greatest. The flavor was hiding and the momo did not stay in tact at all. The sauce that they served alongside did not enhance the momo at all. Veggie momo 3/5 - again, they were okay. In fact, I think these were worst than the impossible meat momos. Didn't seem like there was any flavor and just veggies mushed together with salt and pepper. Raita 3/5 - way too liquidy for my liking. I thought they would at least provide rice, but no. So it was just basically liquid yogurt with a couple of strips of cucumbers and carrots. Paneer chili 0/5 - the container literally said 'paneer chili' and after 2/3 bites, I asked my friend if this was actually paneer because it was kind of chewy? Of course it wasn't and it was chicken!! I'm vegetarian so I was so disappointed that they put the wrong item in our order, especially since the container explicitly said paneer. This morning I woke up with a terrible stomachache. The food definitely did not sit right with me. I'm definitely going to skip this place and try Moh Moh Licious next time.

Very cute and quiet! The food was tasty and the drink was pretty good. Service was good and quick.read more

This place is so good!! When we walked in there was only one other table with customers, and I…read morewondered if I had made a mistake. However, by the time we left they were packed, and everyone there enjoyed the bright atmosphere, attentive waitstaff, and delicious food. We tried several dishes--we got the fried chili buff momos. I will definitely get. Them again, but steamed. Honestly, I think that I could make an entire meal of momos. We got veggie samosas--standard--crisp, plump, a little salty, and good. We also got a creamy chicken dish and an okra (bhindi) dish. Both were very good. The service was exemplary--there was a team of four or five dedicated staff who rotated through with dishes and takeaways. Oh! I almost forgot the garlic naan--some of the best I have had. Definitely stop in and give this place some love!!

We were actually looking for another restaurant in the area when we chanced upon this…read more This is not fast food. It may take awhile to get to the table but it was delicious. They tried to tone down some of the dishes as the hubster is a non-spicy person. The stuff still spicy , he stayed away from. We ordered a meal set for two to try a little bit of everything. We aren't experts in this type of cuisine, but there wasn't anything we didn't like. With the meal for 2 plus a side order of naan, we ended up making 2 lunch take out plates for us. I wasn't super hungry so that probably resulted in us taking more home. It was great, quiet and we'd come here again!

A beautiful experience, from the smiling & friendly service to the elegant plating to the superb &…read moreflavorful dishes. Everything we tried was excellent. 10/10 recommend. My favorite dish was the the sukuti sadheko appetizer -- the goat was almost jerky like, chewy (in the best way) but still tender; and spicy. It was served with these rice crispies that looked plain, but had so much flavor on their own. It was a fun & delicious play on texture, flavor and spice. The braised yak was tender and warm with the spices and rice, yum. Loved all the options for goat, lamb, yak, etc. There were also plenty of options for vegetarians as well.

t's been a long time since I last visited Himalayan Wild Yak, and I realized I never left a review…read more We went for dinner this past Friday and headed straight to the bar. The bar area is big and spacious, and usually sitting at the bar means better, more attentive service. The place was mildly busy, so I expected things to run smoothly -- but that wasn't the case. Right from the start, the bartender wasn't very attentive. We had to ask multiple times just to place our order. For appetizers, we tried the Goat Buttan and the Wild Boar -- we wanted to explore some of the unique delicacies on the menu. Both dishes were interesting, and the Goat Buttan and Wild Boar were actually pretty solid. Unfortunately, the service continued to be an issue. We had to flag the bartender again just to order our entrées and even for simple water refills. We ordered the Mutton Taas and the Yak Chili. The Yak Chili was very good, but the Mutton Taas was extremely dry -- like eating cardboard -- and lacked flavor. Throughout the night, our bartender was constantly absent. More than once, we had to ask another bartender to get his attention so we could get basic service. After finishing our meal, we ordered a dessert, the Gulab Jamun. The presentation looked nothing like the picture -- more like a sloppy drop of pudding -- and the taste was just as disappointing. And again, we had to flag down another bartender because ours was nowhere to be found. Service overall was lackluster, and the tip options started at 20% with no 18% choice. For the level of service we received, 15% would have been more appropriate. I won't be returning anytime soon unless I'm specifically craving their unique delicacies -- which is once in a blue moon.

This place is actually a hidden gem, tucked away inside of the Liberty gas station building…read more My friend and I got the chicken momo, as well as the chicken chilly momo. The momo's are packed with filling, and so juicy. Dip it in one of the 2 sauces (or both) that you get, and it tastes even better. The chicken chilly momo was my favorite.

Got a chance to finally try this spot after seeing this all over my feed. Located inside the…read moreLiberty gas station, its a pretty lowkey spot. I had to get the Chili Chicken Momo for my visit. The spice level here was pretty high for me, and I do well with spice. But that didn't stop me from eating the delicious Momo's. The Momo casing wasn't too thick or thin and the filling inside was pretty good. Flavorful and cooked just right. I also had their fried chicken here as well (From Krispy Crunchy Chicken). The chicken was really good. Super juicy and tender. Seasoning was actually on both the inside and outside of the chicken, so it was really flavorful. Service was good. Staff were friendly and the food came out within a reasonable time. Since this is in a gas station, there is somewhat limited seating. So I've seen mostly take-away orders coming out of here. Overall, 4/5. Great tasting Momo's and the Fried Chicken is definitely highly recommended as well.

I ate buffalo and I liked it!…read more Appetizers: * Mustang Aloo - fried potato wedges were a hit * Alo ko ashar - a bit spicy but also good * Momo buff - my favorite dish of the evening Entrees: * Thukpa chicken noodle soup - so much flavor and absolutely wonderful *Buff sukuti - the meat was tough and chewy but at least we tried it! We really enjoyed the rich Nepalese flavors from the himalayas and fantastic hospitality. Servers were super helpful with menu selections and extremely friendly.

We stopped by for lunch on a relatively quiet day. After being introduced to amazing Nepali food…read morewhile staying near Baltimore, I was highly motivated to try this spot. The restaurant has nice decor and a promising selection of menu items, but the execution of the traditional dishes fell short of my expectations. The Highlights: Timmur Chicken Wings: Absolutely amazing. The flavor profile was excellent and easily the best part of the meal.The Disappointments: Thukpa: I have very fond memories of this dish, but this version was highly disappointing. They altered standard ingredients and added fish oil, which is definitely not characteristic of traditional Nepali Thukpa. Momo: While the dumplings themselves were okay, they were let down by the sauce. What makes a Nepali momo superior is the specific, vibrant momo sauce (achar), but the sauce served here looked and tasted like a generic, store-bought version. Overall Verdict:While the menu features an appealing variety, the execution misses the mark on authentic Nepali cuisine. It has great potential, but they need to stick to their authentic basics.

I love momos. It's great to have Nepal street food so close. I felt the momos were a little…read moreloose. Good price. I will be back. Great staff. Tip: check hours Most days open at 4pm.

Chicken mono dumplings were delicious. The accompanying sauce was really good too. The dumplings…read morewere served piping hot. It was my first order and I will be back. Order in the back of the store. Nice little grocery store with some take out food options.

Came here primarily to try momos for the first time and ended up really enjoying the experience!…read moreThe restaurant was pretty empty when we went, so the service was fast and attentive, and all of the food came out fresh, flavorful, and well presented. They also brought complimentary bread, which was a nice touch. What stood out the most was the value. For the amount of food we got, the prices were very reasonable for the area. We ordered chili chicken, biryani, and two orders of momos, and the biryani "for two" honestly could have fed four people. Even after all three of us ate, we still had enough leftovers for two or three full meals. Overall, really good food, generous portions, and a great value. Glad we gave this place a try.

In U.S. it is difficult to find dishes featuring Yak, wild boar, goat organs. So you know how…read moreexcited I was when I came across this restaurant. Immediately made a reservation for dinner, though it turned out that the restaurant had lots of empty seats (at 7:30-8:30pm). The dishes I tried: 1. Complimentary Sel Roti: fried rice flour "bagel". Crispy outside, sticky and soft and sweet inside. It was served with some Mula Achar (pickled radishes), whcih was too salty for me. 2. Roti: Feels like it is not whole wheat, unlike the rotis in many Indian restaurants. 3. Roasted Yak: I asked for rare and the restaurant did a good job. The meat was lean but very tender. A little bit gamy which was what I look for. It was served with brown and red sauces; both sauces were spicy, while the red was also slightly sweet. 4. Goat Bhutan: Basically fried goat intestine, goat stomach and goat liver, served with raw tomatoes, onions and puffed rice. Mostly crispy, like it was shallow-fried. The organs were delicious but too oily for me. 5. Brussels sprouts: It was said to be pan-fried but looked like roasted. Savory and sweet. Service was good and quick. Overall, if you like game meats and/or Nepali food you should try this restaurant.

So excited we found a new spot for delicious food! The service was excellent, we were pleasantly…read moresurprised by the ambiance (great for a lunch or date night!), and the food was delicious. We will be back soon!!

Very kind, attentive service and good was excellent. Lamb taas appetizer was the best thing on the…read moretable, but all plates were quite good. The goat curry lunch wasn't super heavy on the meat, but the rest of the items that came with the meat more than made up for this. The lentils and spinach which came with the lunch were really flavorful. Chicken momos with chili were excellent but likely wouldn't travel great with the sauce on them. If getting takeout, you might want to skip the sauce but on the table, these were standouts. We were cautioned against getting the very spiciest level for the lamb, and we were glad we did as we have high specie tolerance, and the lamb was perfectly spicy without going over the top. Will come back!

I've been writing reviews on this restaurant now for some years. Every time I eat here I find a new…read morereason. I've been eating here since Royal Nepal opened and was under different management. I've even dined at both the original (Brambleton, VA) and Arlington locations of Himalayan Wild Yak, a spin-off of sorts by two of the original owners. Both of these restaurants deserve your patronage as well when you're in either Arlington or out by Dulles. They are all great. The difference that Royal Nepal brings to the "table" is simple. They never lost that neighborhood feel and they don't take their patrons for granted. With a location down the block from the Birchmere and nestled in the up and coming Arlandria neighborhood of Alexandria, they project both a hometown restaurant feel as well as an adventurous vibe - have you ever eaten yak? The staff are real gems and the ambiance is a real treat from the "pickled veggies" on the window shelves down to the handmade Nepali napkins, this place is a virtual travelog. I can only say explore their menu and you're sure to find a treasure right here in the neighborhood.

Went here for a birthday celebration:…read more Owner was super kind and attentive. Gave us great recommendations for our first time trying Nepalese food. The roti was delicious, the duck fried rice was my favorite dish of the night, and the variety of momo with everyone having their own personal favorites (yak, buffalo, wild boar, and lamb) made for an intriguing night. Plenty of other dishes I want to come back and try

I was really excited to try this place out but was unfortunately, pretty disappointed. It was kind…read moreof empty for around 7:30pm on a weeknight, but they allowed us to sit anywhere we wanted. The ambience is pretty chill and it was nice to sit in the sofa area. Our server was also kind and helpful! The food was were I was left a bit disappointed. I ordered a lamb biryani and was so excited to try it, but it was pretty bland and the meat was dry and not juicy at all. The only way I could eat it was if it was covered in one of the gravies they offer. I tried one of the gravies that my friend ordered and that tasted better for sure. The naan's were also huge and arrived hanging on a wooden board so that was definitely unique and special. The naan was the highlight of my experience here. Overall, I would not recommend the biryani but the lamb gravies seem to be more flavorful with the naan.

Don't use yelp or grubhub to order takeout or pickup. It wasn't a good experience and the prices…read moreare a lot higher. I ordered the falafels, butter chicken, and the cilantro naan. I got the email that my order was sent. Never got an email or text when it was accepted or ready. I walked over during the time range on original order email confirmation and checked in and sat to wait. The butter chicken was good and large portion.The naan wasn't cooked properly. The falafels were strange but okay, I suppose. I spent 50 before tip and I wish I had just dined in OR went for buffet vs a la carte. It was good but not amazing. I asked for extra silverware and napkins and that seemed confusing; the meal leaked on the walk home.