Aloo dham lacked any seasoning Was wai sadeko was good but…read morenot spicy enough Chicken nomo with jhol - momos were ok(thick wrapper) but the jhol was amazing Thali- vegetarian thali was really good. Chicken thali was honestly very average. It satiated my appetite for Nepali food. So I'll give them that. The thali also took forever to come.

We visited here for the very first time during the 2025 Momo crawl to try their momo, look at their…read moremenu, and see if we wanted to dine in. The manager or owner was so rude and disrespectful, we walked out and have no desire to return. There are so many other dining options in this area where people are pleasant and welcoming. This was not the momo crawl champion and the reasons why are apparent. Do not go to this establisment.

I got the goat thali set, which was quite delicious and sizable. I loved the potato side and lentil…read moresoup. The goat comes with the option of being fried or in curry, and I opted for the curry option. While the sauce was so flavorful, I found that the goat pieces were inconsistent, as some were very tough while others were tender. Overall, I liked the set and it would be open to trying a different meat option.

This was my first time having Nepalese food and it was so good! We got the momos in the tangy…read moreorange sauce which was delicious -- the filling was juicy and savory, the momo wrappers were chewy and thick enough to have a great bite without throwing off the ratios, and the broth / sauce was so refreshing and flavorful. The rice platter with pork belly was also incredible. Only one of the sides was too spicy for me, and I loved mixing and matching bites. Each veggie had a unique seasoning spice or sauce used, and the variety made the dish incredibly interesting. The deep fried pork belly was unbelievably crispy and the fatty savoriness perfectly complimented the assortment of bright and fresh sides. The only item I didn't absolutely love was the beef appetizer. Although the herby flavors were super aromatic and bright, I found the beef to be super tough, almost like chunks of jerky. The seating area is quite small and cramped, and there was a lot of waiting since there was only a single staff member attending to all the tables, but if you're not in a rush and don't mind the lack of ambiance, this is such a great hole in the wall spot for a cozy meal.

Welcoming staff- we were new to the menu and the server was patient and provided guidance on…read morespiciness. The food is delicious- we enjoyed the soups, momos and the naan. So glad we happened upon this spot!

What an absolute delight! We walked in and were greeted immediately with a smile. Neither of us…read morehave had Nepalese food before and were unsure of what to order. Our server offered wonderful suggestions and they were all spot on!! Highly recommend. I wish them all the best. Namaste!

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.

A bit overrated and overshadowed by the nice ambiance…read more I may be biased since I've been to Nepal twice and my palate consisted of dal bhat every single day I was there (momos were a luxury on the trek)--which in no way makes me an expert, but the taste and portions were pretty consistently similar among most places. The first time that I came here was about 3 years ago with a few friends and we liked the food - the beef tongue was different and super memorable and the jhol momos were just swimming in flavorful curry. Made me want to come back again. Fast-forward three years later, I feel like things have changed significantly. Or maybe I didn't catch them at their best, but I came with another group of friends and I just felt overall disappointed with the food, as did my friends who were excited to try Himalayan food for the first time. I had the goat dhat bhat and the small amount of meat served in aesthetically pleasing bowls to mask the portion was disappointing--and this was not a lunch special or anything. I mainly got a big bone and realistically got about 2-3 small bites of actual meat, while there was an overwhelming amount of rice and veggies. The momos also tasted like they were pre-made and heated or steamed up again because the dough was definitely a little rough. Overall, this experience was a meh for me. I think it is a social staple for many Nepalese and Tibetans in the area, and just for that.

So I'm assuming this is the second location as they have the same business (with its same name)…read moreright down the street. This location is appears more formal and elegant compared to the first location. While it definitely doesn't have as much options as the first location (dumpling house, other fast food items), you get the same type of buffet style Bengali dishes available to you. My go to here is the goat biryani, which still stays at an affordable price of $14. I also get the milk chai from here which is still $1.50. I feel that this location is also a lot cleaner in comparison to the first location, which is very busy/hectic, since it is centered in a much more busier hub.

Cuisine: 7 Service: 7…read moreDecor: 6 Value: 9 Overall: 7 This is the sister restaurant to Merit Kabab Palace. Opened almost a year ago with basically the same menu of items as its original location one block away. I have been here several times, usually late night for some chai and chicken samosas over a good conversation with friends. The servers don't do much, but also never complain about how long we sit here. For that I'm appreciative. The snacks and drinks I have had are all solid, but I do need to try their food. Though in my head, it's probably made by the same chef as the one from Merit Kabab Palace, which is typical Bangladeshi fare. Regardless, I'll plan a meal here soon.

Living in NY, I've been lucky to have gone to many Himalayan/Tibetan restaurants. What drew me to…read moreKhampa Kitchen was that it's a NYT Critic's Pick! They raved about the Khampa Poethek, which was a unique dish for us. So 12 of us trekked to Jackson Heights to satisfy our curiosity and our tummies! Menu (shared by 4): ~ Chicken Momos ($11/8pcs): Really good Momos! I would try their Pork Momos next time. ~ Chives Paoze ($15/6pcs): these were a fave for my group. Everyone made a point to say how much they liked these chives buns. So flavorful and pillowy soft! ~ Khampa Poethek w.Beef ($19): We wanted to order this with pork but it wasn't available this day; so they recommended the beef version. This was the recommended dish by the NYT Critic's Pick! This dish is unique and not often found in other Tibetan restaurants in the area. Someone in my group said it reminded him of a chicken pot pie...but Much Better! Haha It was fantastic and the highlight of our meal. Definitely eat the crust, which was so full of flavor from the fillings. ~ Spicy Beef Hot Peppers w.Tingmo ($15): this was probably the most ordinary dish that we tried tonight. Still a great dish though! Loved the spicy kick! ~ Beef Shank Trak ($19): this was a plate of chunks of grilled, marinated beef. Very flavorful! I actually put some of this beef in the Chives Paoze, and it was a great combo. ~ Chicken Chilly w.Tingmo ($14): this was a flavorful dish also but would have been better if it were spicy. The Tingmo that came with this dish was served hot and fluffy. This is a small family run business. Customer service & hospitality were good. My party of 12 sat in a private room! There are many other interesting dishes on their menu, and I look forward to exploring their other offerings!

Went to Khampa on a whim with a friend and the service was fantastic. They were very attentive and…read moreanswered any questions we had. My friend and split everything that we ordered such as the spicy chicken dumplings, vegetable fried rice, and the beef turnover, and they gave us another item to try and fruit to end our meal. Overall it was a great experience and I would go back and try other dishes.

I visit Raja sweets and fast food corner every time I am in NYC. It is home away from home - not…read morejust the food but the people who run the place make you feel you are sitting with family to eat and be served on demand. The prices are beyond reasonable for all the items and Thali's especially. The food is super fresh and cooked to order, and the ladies remember you no matter what. The place is tight but atmosphere is very casual and stressfree - much needed in this time and day of formalities and showoff! I get so much take-away packed to bring home those flavors and feelings and always look forward to next trip!

I literally fly from california to eat chaat here. Maybe california is really lacking from awesome…read moresouth asian/indian cuisine but it's so good. the staff are also so sweet and nice I left my bag there and they held it for me while I ran back- they also told me no rush (it was 10pm and they close at 10 but still told me not to worry)

I originally ordered online but the pickup order did not seem to go through despite seeing the…read morepayment on my side--however they honored my order (showing them receipts)! As such, we decided to dine in. Ambiance (5/5): The establishment was about third full when we arrived around 1:30p so we were immediately seated for our party of 5. The place is moderately sized and can definitely fit large parties. Menus are located below the glass of the tables. Service (3/5): It was difficult to get the several waitresses' attention. We also had to flag down service to get our water refilled. Once done, you walk up to the front to pay your bill. Again, they honored my online payment and so we only paid the second dish we ordered dining in. Goat Momo Johl (4/5): I liked the doughiness of the outer momo and then the inside a little more bland that I would like. However, the sauce was very flavorful and spiced. Steamed chicken momo (5/5): I really enjoyed this momo which almost didn't need additional sauces for me because it had so much flavor. I would come back to try it again.

We stopped here as part of a food crawl, so we only ordered one dish. Unfortunately, I wasn't able…read moreto try their signature momos because they contain cilantro mixed into the filling and can't be made without it. If you have a cilantro aversion or allergy, just be aware that there isn't an accommodation for that. What really stood out, though, was the service--and not in a good way. It was a busy Friday night, but we felt completely overlooked. Even something as simple as getting straws for our sodas required us to get up and grab them ourselves. I can't personally comment much on the food since I wasn't able to eat the main dish, but the rest of my group rated it around a 2-3/5. Between that and the service, I don't see myself coming back.