We stopped here on a trip to Salida after a river walk and I was very impressed with their garlic naan, the owners/staff were very kind, the service was quick and the pricing was average. Unfortunately their chicken tikka masala fell short on flavor and the chicken was on the dryer side. The beef momos tasted and looked like they were store bought (balls of beef rather than uniform filling and dripping with oil). The chutney it was served with almost tasted like salsa which I wasn't a huge fan of but that's probably personal preference. The hot sauce they serve is more like a spicy oil. The restaurant itself is nothing fancy and looks to be more popular for takeout but it's very homey with each table having a map of Nepal and lots of Nepalese decor. I wanted to love this very clearly family run spot but it fell short for me. read more

Food came out fast and fresh. Employees were welcoming and gave suggestions. Ambiance is unique and beautiful on it's own. Food is tasty and filling. We got naan, tika masala, and the curry. As well as lassi and chai tea to drink. We love going to the one in crested butte and were happy we could have a last taste before home. My hubby and I both agree the one in CB is tastier, but the portions and presentation is better in Salida. Pricing is similar. read more

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Just what we needed after a cold day of snowboarding in the mnts. Located right on the main road. You can't miss the prayer flags blowing in the wind! We ate, Warm Thai noodles, chicken thumpka, naan, and mint tea. Family owned and run. Fast service with a warm smile. Gluten free and dairy free options galore read more

Sherpa Cafe - Garlic Naan - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Salida, Colorado

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Diamond is the rough! This place is authentic in a small town. Excellent food and friendly service. The portions are big and flavors are delicious. read more

Sherpa Cafe - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Salida, Colorado

Best fried rice!!! Warm host and servers! Great ambiance. I ll try the Shepard stew next time. We ll definitely come back!

Such a great meal! We were passing through the area and wanted to eat dumplings and noodles. Saw this place on Yelp and decided to try it. We were greeted by a gentleman who smiled with his eyes and had the kindest demeanor. We ordered the beef momos, Tibetan noodles, chicken tikka masala and garlic naan. Everything was delicious! We don't live in the area but if we did this would be a regular meal spot for us. Would absolutely return if we pass by Salida again!! read more

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We loved eating at the Sherpa Cafe! The food was delicious and authentic. We would recommend doing family style and sharing several dishes with friends or family because the dishes aren't really stand alone ones. We got the saag panir, which was very flavorful and definitely a favorite. The Sherpa stew was also very good but the flour dumplings in the stew took a second to get used to. The momos were great--we got the combo but the beef ones were the best. The staff were really amazing and friendly and the atmosphere was great. The decor was all on theme and the place was very clean. Definitely a unique place and if I lived here I would go back. read more

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Service was good but our curries didn't have much flavor. Mine was vegetarian so only veggies in it, my friend got the chicken one and it was full of chicken and not one single vegetable! read more

Sherpa Cafe - Chicken curry - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Salida, Colorado

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Fantastic, authentic Indian food. Excellent service, my meal was terrific, the service outstanding. I will definitely return next time I'm in Salida. read more

Outstanding service and food was amazing. Delicious and carefully crafted. Must try if you are in the area.

On our way home we stoped at the Sherpa Cafe. It was wonderful. The selection for vegetarian option was great, not many places have a lot of options. The service was great, friendly and helpful at choosing. I highly recommend this quaint resturant. read more

The best meal we've had in Salida by a long shot. Genuine service, exceptional quality and ample servings. We were delighted with the food, service and ambiance. read more

Passing through Salida and discovered a 5*+. Food served faster than fast food and so hot I had to let it cool before eating. Incredibly good tasting authentic Nepali Sherpa food. Hey Salida, please support this place so it is open next time I pass through. read more

I stumbled upon this place while looking for a decent place to eat later at night while passing through. It doesn't look like much from the outside but the inside is actually quite nice. It's a small family owned place that just opened last year. The mom and daughter who run it are very friendly. The service was pretty quick, portions were big, and food was delicious. If you're a fan of this type of food or supporting a family owned restaurant you should definitely stop in! read more

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These are great people who know how to cook. You won't meet nicer people. The Tibetan Noodles were incredible - taste, temperature, ingredient ratio. read more

Sherpa Cafe - Tibetan Noodles w/ Shrimp - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Salida, Colorado

Dined on a Monday evening. Place was bustling but not too busy. We were greeted and seated right away. My wife had the Sherpa Stew and I had the Tibetan Noodles. The flavors were robust and delicious. Service was attentive and friendly. Loved it! read more

Sherpa Cafe - Tibetan Noodles with chicken - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Salida, Colorado

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We were seated as soon as we entered by a friendly waitperson. I ordered an app which was quickly served It was vegetable samosa nice and crispy taste. Entree was Tibetan noodles with generous amount of perfectly cooked shrimp and round noodles with many veggies Could only eat half! Would definitely recommend ! read more

We stopped in Salida for the night on our way to Denver and were very impressed by this restaurant. It was really cute inside, with lots of fun decorations and the ambiance was top tier. The service was phenomenal, our server just seemed like a really cool guy, he was very attentive and the food came out really fast. We shared the garlic chili momos, Sherpa stew, and garlic naan and they were so delicious! We would've ordered a second round of everything if we weren't so full. We were shocked in to silence by how amazing everything tasted, no joke. We wish we were staying here longer just to return and eat everything else on the menu. So jealous of Salida locals right now, don't miss out on this place!! read more

Sherpa Cafe - Sherpa stew - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Salida, Colorado

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Didn't expect to find delicious Tibet/Nepal/Indian cuisine in Salida, CO! Friendly and quick service. We liked the chicken masala and garlic naan bread. read more

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Just moved to the area and don't have kitchen set up yet. Needed something for dinner other than burgers and pizza. Lighter, more veggies would be the ticket. I've had Nepalese food before with good results so I gave it a try. Ordered the Vegetarian Rice Stir Fry. Yum! Just what I needed. Lots of veggies, especially love the cabbages; I think more than one kind. Has cashews, so if you have a nut allergy beware. The serving was large and I made 2 dinners out of it. Don't let the outside fool you. Inside is quite pleasant for dining in. I got mine take-out because I was alone, just tired and wanted to go home. They were quick! Nice staff too. read more

Little town we visited and worried about food. We checked yalp and try... Green onions pan cakes was crispy and hot we most love it. Tika malsala? With chicken was great but others are with meat and smells not normally we eat. Service person was nice and kind so, we not complaining about meats. We just cleared nom and tika malsala. Hopefully, he ask about what kind meat would be good for us. Everything was good but, can't eat lamb meat. Also, inside is little hot!! Need air conditioner!! read more

Sherpa Cafe - Green onions nam - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Salida, Colorado

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A nice, quiet spot with good service. While I'm not an expert in Indian Cuisine by any means, I've had much better. The chicken in the Tikki Masala was overcooked and the sauce wasn't flavorful. Saag was decent, but also lacked flavor. Naan was good. Samosa was quite dry relative to others I've had. read more

Food was great and service was wonderful We were not familiar with the foods on the menu and our server was very helpful read more

From the moment we arrived there was outstanding hospitality! I was apart of a large group and from out of town. We were welcomed so kindly and taken care of from the get go. The food came out fresh and hot. It came out quickly, and what was amazing was that the quick speed did not take away from the quality! Couldn't recommend this place more!!! read more

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The food was delicious, with excellent full flavors. Especially recommend the samosas & Tibetan noodles! Well worth seeking this out if you're going through the area. read more

If you like trying something new, or if you are already familiar with Nepalese food, this is a surprise. The staff are very friendly, accommodating, and will make recommendations. The food was prepared to be just right. You can tell they take a lot of pride in doing things will. The restaurant interior is informal and, I believe, a older converted fast food restaurant. But when you go here, I suggest you take your time and enjoy it for all that it can deliver. read more

We had Saag which was exceptional. It was creamy and had a punch of flavors. We loved the Tikka masala which was rich in flavor and the chicken was very tender. The Tibetan noodle were the BEST noddles me and my family had ever tasted. The service was amazing and our server was very friendly. read more

What a gem this place was. We were in town for only one night and found this place delightful. Food was incredible. Full of flavor and large portions. The service was so welcoming and attentive and the ambiance was nice too. If you are in town do yourself a favor and give it a try. I will be back any time I am rolling through Gunnison read more

Amazing meal every time. Came here for work and loved it so much I ate here three more times that week.

Love this place. First, it is fresh. The sauces are fresh and the vegetables. Also, I am so thrilled to have some ethnic food in Chaffee County. Really nice hard working owners. They are the real deal. Can't wait to go back and try more dishes. We had the cheese and garlic Naan and it was outstanding. Pal aak Paneer. It was so fresh it actually tasted like spinach. They have not Americanized their food for which I am grateful. read more

The food was delicious and at a great price! Our server was very nice as well. We had the Tibeten Noodles with chicken and Tibeten dumplings. Delicious!! read more

Service and food was amazing! Wait for food wasn't long and the restaurant had a great environment!

I really enjoyed my meal: the korma with rice and vegetables. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the korma sauce was the best I've ever had. Also the portions were just right and the staff was friendly and efficient. Great place for dinner. If I had one recommendation for the management, it would be to have softer lighting in the front dining area. Luckily the main dining area has much nicer lighting and ambiance. read more

After reading the Yelp reviews, we were looking forward to visiting Sherpa Cafe. The experience here was comfortable though the seating left us a bit chilly, cold during a very cold night. My girlfriend ordered black tea as she wanted something hot to warm her up and the only tea served was a bagged decaffeinated variety. Ok, we moved on. The samosas were tasty, very well done as was the plain naan. Her choice of momo entree was delicious but could have been served hotter. The Sherpa stew left a lot to be desired as it was void of vegetables and meats that we were supposed to receive. This wasn't a stew. Rather it was a nice bowl of broth with a few pieces of meat and few veggies. Definitely not, a stew! Parking was right outside in the lot and the restaurant was very simple in appearance. My less than stellar stew definitely affected my choice of rating. If I could give it 3.5 stars, I would. read more

This place is the real thing! Food was amazing-we had the momo, naan, jal frezi-delicious! Kir (rice pudding) for dessert-best I've ever had. Authentic music and decor. The service was impeccable. Our waitress, a Sherpa from Nepal, was very kind and helpful. We'll definitely be back. read more

Wonderful Indian fare...(my wife & I are very picky)...and a really delightful staff make this a find, one that we will return to often.

Good food and very sizable portion sizes. The service was excellent and very efficient.

I was really impressed with the value, and the quality of the food. I had curried chicken. So good. The chicken was tender and perfectly cooked and the sauce was wonderful. Creamy and spicy but not too hot. And by Salida's standards it was not too expensive. The service also was top notch. I'll be back for sure. read more

Food was pretty boring, no heat and no option of chile flakes or oil, the waiter brought a weird habanero sauce that made no sense to pair with the food... really the price was too high for what they offered, service was ok but slow, amount of rice was very little, no garnish, I hope they can figure out... read more

Friendly staff, good service. The naan was tasty. I think I preferred the plain over the garlic. We tried the curry and korma. Both were excellent. We would definitely return if we were ever in the area again. read more