We came on a Friday night at around 6:30. But by 7pm it was super busy btw! We shared the chicken momo, which was great. The sauce was awesome but way spicier than it looks. I ordered dry thukpa noodles with chicken, and my friend got stir fry with beef. This was solid but also keep in mind the menu is small. Great option. read more

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Decent prices especially for a spot in the East Village. The food was pretty good. I got the Ngoethuk (stir fried noodles) with lamb but I wasn't really a fan of the lamb since the texture was a bit crumbly. The Shoko Khatsa (spicy potatoes) were good. I love potatoes so this was an easy win, kind of like spicy home fries. The beef and chive momos were definitely my favorite thing here. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Ngoethuk, Shoko Khatsa, Beef & Chives Momos - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

No wait for lunch on a Saturday. My boyfriend and I shared the sushi lhamo, beef momo (great filling, I like a slightly chewier wrapper though), and thenthuk soup with chicken (incredible - my new favorite thenthuk in NYC). Will be back! 4.5 stars. read more

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Super cozy and good price spot for some comfort tibetian food. Came here for the first time and loved how everything was super delicious and flavorful. Service was pretty nice and welcoming and i definitely recommend bringing someone here on a little date or hanging with some friends. read more

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Went here with a big group and found the seating easily as we went during odd hours for late lunch. I like how this small place is decorated with Tibetan art and touch! The food was amazing. There were many vegetarian options to choose from. The chive and mushroom momos were so on point! The dipping sauce which accompanied the momos was spicy and flavorful taking the momos to next level. Yummmm! We also got the noodle soup which was so comforting! I am definitely coming back during winters to enjoy their noodle soup. Also the fried rice was delicious - must order! Service was great - it was quick, food kept coming in as they kept preparing it. And they were super courteous. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

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It was a hot day in NYC and a hot day for soup but we tried this place anyway. We've never had Tibetan food before Cute place with a few tables. The only negative is there was no AC. There was a standing fan that was cooling the entire place and so we were sweating while consuming our soup. Food was good. Quick service! read more

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Transport yourself to a cozy Tibetan mountainside cabin with @lhasa. I really liked the decor of this place, especially its wooden walls. I got the Tibetan vegetarian combo platter for the momos and they were pretty good. They had a distinct flavor to it and the sauce for these momos were different. This place was also pretty well priced for the area. They also offer $2 Tibetan butter teas, and they were all right. It felt like I was sipping on or drinking bone broth. The customer service was also fast, our food came out quickly. The server also was informative about the food and answered any questions that we had. It's best to RSVP because this place can get busy as it gets later onto the night. Overall, would recommend this place. They also have good noodles as well! Price: $14.00 Rating: $8.5/10 read more

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Fantastic service. Good food. Chill environment. I miss Lhasa from this place. The only thing it cannot offer is the altitude

Pleasant experience at LHASA, which serves authentic Tibetan cuisine in the heart of East Village. Wait staff was kind and attentive, although did not hover of the table. The Ngoethuk stir-fried vermicelli noodles and beef was concocted with fresh sliced green and red bell peppers, although the spice came from the corresponding sauce. Each bite, either dipped or with sauce spread over, would light up my mouth with extreme heat. The bell peppers were a cooling sensation afterwards. Pairs well with Bodh-Jha Tibetan butter tea to help cool off your mouth after each bite. Unfortunately, without pepper or sauce, the beef was barely seasoned and had bland flavor, so I would recommend to mix each bite to include the whole plate. read more

good food and decent prices! service was nice and fast as well potato momo - fav dish. like mashed potato dumplings chive momo - fragrant but wish it had more substance to it thenthuk chicken - yummy noodles shoko khatsa - good but wouldn't get again fried rice veg - nothing noteworthy read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - pi - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

A cozy spot for Nepali eats -- the staff was really nice, gave us recommendations. Potato Momos were my favorite, loved that the dishes had lots of vegetables. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Veggie rolls - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

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The noodle soup was pretty good. Love the hand-pulled noodle texture. The beef wasn't tender but for $14 a bowl I thought it was pretty solid. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Noodle Soup w/ Beef - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

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Great first Tibetan food experience. The Bodhthuk was a great soup noodle dish. It had the heartiness of a classic chicken noodle soup, and the addicting flavor of central asian spices. And the Momo were like Tibetan soup dumplings (very delicious- i had the beef momo). Came for Friday dinner and there was no line--it was pretty empty, surprisingly. This place needs more love, it was really good. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Thenthuk and Bodhthuk - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

I usually order take out back to jersey after a day in the city. I always order Chicken Thun Thek. Very tasty and nice spices. They are closed on Wednesday for some reason. Excellent food and very reasonable. read more

The chicken momo was fantastic-juicy and not greasy. The pork noodle soup- noodles were delicious and I really liked all the fresh vegetables included in it. The Am-jha butter tea was interesting. Salty and fragrant especially closer to room temp. Couldn't finish it because it was heavy with butter. Pork dish with bread was good-not too spicy. Food came fast. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Meat/protein dish (pork), chicken Momo, pork noodle soup - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

No wait and fast service. The place was decorated nicely and it was homey. The food tho was not up to par. I've had Tibetan food in Queens and this does not even compare. The momos were small and they were okay, nothing too special about them honestly. The spicy beef was dry & the portion was ridiculously small. The bun was a nice add on and soaks up the flavor tho. We also ordered a soup noodle dish and it was extremely bland and small . The lamb was gamey and left an aftertaste. The mango lassi were good, tho a bit tart. For the portion and price I wouldn't come back. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - momos - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

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SERVICE - located off of 1st Ave and 11th street - indoor and outdoor seating available - not very crowded even during dinner hours - good for semi casual meal - servers are quick about bringing food but do not spend a lot of time making conversation MENU - Tibetan style appetizers and main dishes with extensive selection of noodles - vegan options available - average price ($15 per entree) FOOD - shoko khatsa (6/10): pan fried potatoes tossed in spicy sauce. This dish is a good appetizer to share between two people. The sauce has a lot of fennel and mustard which makes it sweet and gives it a bit of a punch. The potatoes could have been crispier as they were not soft nor crispy. - vegetable momos (6/10): mixed selection of potato, spinach, and mushroom momos. The potato was my least favorite as the filling was very bland. The spinach one was okay but could have used another vegetable or tofu to add substance. I liked the mushroom one the best as it had a good amount of flavor and textures. - thenthuk (4/10): flat rice noodles stirfried with vegetables and tofu. I wanted to like this dish but was disappointed since the noodles did not stay together as we ate them. The flavors were okay but did not standout. WOULD I GO BACK? I was not a huge fan so probably not. read more

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Finally got around to trying this place! I've never had Tibetan food before but it seems very similar to some regional Chinese cuisines I've had. Prices are very reasonable. I got the beef and chive momos which were yummy and juicy. I also got the Ngeothuk (the stir fried noodles) with lamb which was solid, though I wish the lamb pieces were bigger (though it is $12). I also tried a cup of their butter tea since I've never had it before. It tastes like milk mixed with melted salted butter - not bad but not my favorite. Overall a solid place - would recommend dropping by! read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

We came in close to closing, but they still served us which was so nice! The food came out quickly and was absolutely incredible! We got the beef dumplings and one of the noodle dishes. It was very reasonably priced and our server was phenomenal. I will definitely be coming back to Lhasa! read more

Food (4/5): The momos were good however not the best I've had. The beef and chive was a bit chewy and tougher to consume. I got the bodhtuk soup noodles and the thentuk fried noodles. Both were pretty good although could've had more bold flavors. Service (5/5): The server was helpful and friendly with occasional jokes. The food came out reasonably fast and we had no issues with it. Ambiance (4/5): It's a cozy smaller place but overall reasonably nice. The chair I got was wobbly and I needed to switch. The bathroom was well maintained and super clean. Overall a nice restaurant. read more

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I went to this restaurant in May with a bunch of others. They have a second location named Lhasa Fast Food in Queens. The service was fine and it's casual spot with some dishes taking a while and other dishes not taking long at all to come out. As I knew I could finish a cup very quickly, I got a pot of Am-Jha ($6 compared to a cup which is $2) which is essentially their version of milk tea. This is distinct from Bodh-Jha or butter tea. There was a little bit of saltiness to the tea and otherwise it was a light black tea with a bit of milk and it was nice to sip on throughout the meal. The Mango Lassi here by the way is quite good. I usually prefer them to be not too sweet and quite thick and this was an excellent version. Very quickly, we got the first dish, the Sushi Lhamo for $8 with noodle flour with chives and tofu. This dish is also known as Laphing and there are two varieties (white/yellow) with the other one being made from mung bean. The texture is nice but hard to describe with a chew to it and I definitely enjoyed it as well as the rest. There was a tasty spicy sauce and I liked it as with the rest. We pretty soon got the Shoko Khatsa which is also $8 which is simply listed as spicy potato. I have always found this dish to be a lot less flavored than the Indian counterpart and even less so than the Himalayan version which is already lighter and this wasn't any different. The potatoes could have been cooked a bit longer and overall it was okay but don't expect much spice. We originally got two types of Momo; beef and mushroom which are all $12 outside of the sampler platters and then eventually got the beef and chives near the end of the meal. They all come with eight with the sizes being slightly different depending on what type of dumpling it is. The beef and chives were my favorite reminding me of the pork and chive dumplings found in some Chinese spots with the chives helping with the richness. The mushroom ones were also excellent with a good earthy flavor and I preferred them over the original beef but not as much as the beef chive combo. My only complaint would be the sauce which was a bit lighter than most and there needed to be more of it though I presume we could have asked for extra. Also under the appetizer category on the menu but fried, the Shabhakleb also known as Shabaley were $14 and came with 4 pieces. These are listed as semi-circular bread stuffed with your choice of filling. I don't remember the filling but I do remember they were crispy and tasty though a bit oily. Still tasty. Not worth it would be the Stir-Fried Broccoli. Barely flavored and not worth it for $9. We also got a couple noodle dishes. My favorite of the bunch was the Thenthuk listed as Tibetan style flat noodle dish. We got it with lamb and it was $14. The noodles were in chunks and had a satisfying chew and I would order it alone if I was come back here. We also got the Ngoethuk or stir-fried vermicelli noodles which are $12 for a reasonably sized portion as well with that one being with pork. The lamb is more flavorful but the noodles were good as well with a nice texture. Also would recommend it though with lamb as per before. For larger dishes and if you just want meat or a big platter to share, the Drok-Sha for $24.00 consisting of Tibetan style slow cooked thin sliced beef or pork . We got the beef version and it was tasty though it is chewy. I'm presume it was brisket and the sauce was savory with likely soy sauce and a mix of spices. It would be good to share but probably a bit overwhelming if had alone. It came with a side of rice or Tingmo which is also available for $2 separately. Tingmo is a unique steamed bread with a fluffy texture. It's good for dipping into soups or stews and pairs well with the meat. The food here is reasonably priced and solid. It's not the best Tibetan food but it's still solid. There's obviously better spots in Jackson Heights and that surrounding area but if you're in the mood for Himalayan food and specifically Tibetan food, it's solid. Upper 3. read more

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This is a really cool place. The decor is really pretty and tasteful and the seating is very comfortable. The service is very good. The guy working was very nice and gave us good suggestions on what to order. Would any of this matter if the food wasn't good? Good thing the food is delicious. We ordered a selection of items across the menu. All of them were delicious. I'd recommend ordering a selection like we did and sharing. The prices were good too. Really suggest the Thenthuk with pork. Great place! Will come again. read more

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I originally placed a pick up order but when I arrived I saw the gorgeous dining area that was peaceful and carefully taken care of as well as a welcoming staff. They offered to set a place for me if I could stay so I set up shop with some chicken momos and one of their recommended beers! A fantastic lunch! read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Chicken Momo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

Had dinner at LHASA on a whim and it was a great experience. The food was fresh, the service was amazing, and the restaurant was clean. The Ngoethuk with pork was amazing. The pork pieces were lean, and each thing we ordered was enough to share. A glass of wine and beer was inexpensive. The whole meal was a great price and I highly recommend it recommend this place if you're looking for something yummy to eat at a great price! read more

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Warm service and delish food Loved the veg combo momos And the fact that the sauce was spicy read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Veg Combo Momo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing unique spot! The momos ($14) were so delicious with the potato one being my favorite. The tingmo ($2) was also a great addition. The Thenthuk soup ($14) was good but not amazing. I loved the noodles but I thought it lacked some flavor. Overall I would definitely come back and try more things on the menu. 7.46 / 10 read more

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Lassi 5/5 Potato momo 5/5 -- so good Veg bodhthuk 3.5/5 -- asked for it spicy and they delivered. Was good but needed a bit more flavor read more

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First time having Tibetan cuisine and I love it! Ordered the beef chili and it was equal parts spicy and tasty. Will be coming be to try out all the other exciting dishes on the menu. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Beef chilli - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

One of the best aspects of living in New York City is trying the unique ethnic foods you could never really get elsewhere. I had never tried Tibetan/Nepalese cuisine until a stroke of luck came my way in the form of another restaurant being shut down today. I found the food here overall to be delicious, full of flavor, generous, and quite affordable given what it could easily be. That is a solid combination to make this little hole-in-the-wall restaurant in the East Village something I hope gets recognized more for. The Mango Lassi is a bit tart, but the portion size is generous enough to satisfy. Save this for your entree. The Momo, also known as Nepalese dumplings, are beautiful and carry deep flavor. The dipping sauces accentuate an even deeper taste, but these are gorgeous in appearance and are crazy addictive. The Ngoethuk, or rather a Tibetan stir fry, is the star of this review. The noodles are pan-fried perfectly, the vegetables are plentiful to get a daily servings worth, and there is no shortage of meat. All the meats I imagine would work for this dish. I got lamb and never once felt cheated. Maybe next time I could get the chicken just to mix in some white meat in my diet. I thought it weird that the restaurant was empty considering such wonderful food. Maybe that is because I went in the tweener period between lunch and dinner, but take my word for it, the food is delicious. Bookmarked, savored, and highly recommended. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Mango lassi and a Lamb Ngoethuk - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

I love how in the East Village you can find Sri Lankan, Nigerian and Tibetan all on the same Avenue within a few blocks. I especially like how this Tibetan places doesn't have any Indian dishes, so you can really focus on the mountain-exclusive dishes. The menu is a little hit-or-miss, but the hits are great. Sushi Lhamo: Very unique. Thick yellow noodles soaked in a hot sauce and wrapped around a few pieces of fried tofu. Was a tad too spicy for some at the table, but I liked it. Though felt very carby given the noodle-to-filing ratio. Shoko Khatsa: Looks kinda cool, but is actually a bit bland except for the cumin flavor. Just chunks of boiled potatoes. Does taste a little better if dipped in the chili sauce, but still kinda meh. Probably the only dish I'd recommend skipping. Non-Veg Combo Momos: Momos are must at any Tibetan restaurant. They're like dumplings, but much heartier with more meat filling and thicker dough. I especially like how the dipping sauce is a spicy paste rather than soy vinegar. We were sharing at the table so I only managed to taste two, but both the chicken and the beef were delicious. Thenthuk w/ Lamb: Very unique. The noodles were flat and thick, kinda like Thai drunken noodles, but in small shaved squares rather than long strands. The lamb was thick and rich. Not heavy on the flavoring, but just fine with the meat and veggies. Ngoethuk w/ Pork: Looked like a Chinese stir-fry, but way better. The pork was thick and heavily marinated and seemed slow cooked. So much more flavor than those wok-cooked thin pork pieces. And the noodles were nice and stringy. Beef Drok-Sha w/ Tingmo: An immense amount of beef! Seemed like a tougher cut, maybe brisket. But all the fat was perfect to soak up the delicious garlic soy marinade. It was firm and chewy, but not too tough. I imagined myself eating yak on a high snowy mountain somewhere, but I bet this beef is tastier. The tingmo steamed bun was nice and carby to soak up some of the marinade. read more

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Great food for a reasonable price. Loved the spicy peanut butter sauce. Ambiance was also nice

A gem! I actually saw this on my way to Momofuku & am so glad I stopped in. You immediately get a feel of how authentic it is, no frills & great customer service. We had the Thenthuk (veggie) & veggie momos. Everything tasted great & very reasonably priced. What really stood out was their dipping sauce, I'm a sucker for spice & they used peanuts, Kashmiri chilli, Szechuan peppers & a variety of spices. Def come by! read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Thenthuk - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

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Highest recommendation. Each team person demonstrates notable talent. The vibe here is consistently right. The flavors didn't quite work. Everything is good here. read more

The place follows through on the dining experience it offers. You'll appreciate the warm environment. Their food impresses and their prices don't shock. The staff provides attentiveness that matches their cooking mastery. This place has multiple exceptional features. read more

Cozy, peaceful atmosphere that isn't too loud or crowded, which was nice for me since I was eating alone. Service was great too (perhaps because it was close-quarters) and I never felt as though I was forgotten. This was my first time ordering Tibetan food and I got the popular dish of Thenthuk with a side of Tingmo. Did I need the Tingmo? probably not since it was extra carbs, but it was good and I have no regrets. While the stir fry is more popular, i would've loved to try the soup next time. It was delicious. Like a variation of Thai and Chinese? Glad I tried it and would come back. Very vegetarian friendly. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Vegetarian Thenthuk and Tingmo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

Their popularity shows in the number of people waiting for tables. Restaurant personnel were remarkably kind and supportive. You'll need to save room in your fridge for the extras. Despite any variables, their cooking maintains high standards. Hope you like it as much as I did. read more

Good food, price is a little high, but used to NYC pricing at this point. Not my favorite Nepalese/Tibetan food but it hit the spot Service was basic - got our order and food at a timely manner. Ambiance was also solid, not too many people and can have a conversation with your dinner company. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Lamb chili, Lhasa Combo, Mokthuk - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York

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Never has Tibetan food before and wasn't sure what to expect. We had a reservation for Sunday evening and had no issue being sat right upon arrival. We split a Tibetan Butter tea which was odd to me, I couldn't quite get the profile down and it confused my taste buds. We got the Lhasa combo dumplings to try a variety which they came out looking good. One area of opportunity would be to help guests decipher between which is which. I'm pretty sure I the same ones as there wasn't a way to tell them apart other than biting into them. Next up was the Thenthuk which looked delicious upon arriving both of us were disappointed with the lack of flavor. Very bland dish for us. Last we shared the Tingmo, not knowing what to expect, I'm thinking we may have missed directions on using sauces or seasonings to make things more flavorful. These again were very bland...and yes I can see how if there was a saucier dish these would be perfect for getting all the delicious flavor without overpowering it. I'll go back to try other dishes as it maybe consumer error without having experienced this prior. read more

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People don't stop talking about this restaurant for good reason. The staff's hospitality overshadows everything else. The decor enhances the overall experience. The food here delivers satisfaction. The restaurant maintains real quality. read more

Delicious Tibetan cuisine and great service at this restaurant! I came here for dinner Friday with no reservation and it was a full house, but fortunately didn't have to wait long (for 2 people). The ngoethuk (stir fry vermicelli with beef) was the standout of the meal - afterwards we couldn't stop talking about just how good the flavor is - and we also really enjoyed the Lhamo sushi and Lhasa Combo. It seemed like there was only 1 server at the time and he was REALLY hustling and was very nice so shoutout to him! The interior is also very elegant, lovely space although pretty compact. read more

LHASA Tibetan Restaurant - Ngoethuk & Lhasa Combo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New York, New York