I was looking forward to trying this restaurant, and I was far from disappointed. There were so many vegetarian options! We ordered the thukpa dhrangmo , shogo moktak, tsel tofu, and chili tofu. All were amazing! We needed to add some extra chili to the cold noodles, but after they were v tasty. The shogo moktak is a great dish for potato lovers! Highly recommend, definitely looking forward to going again. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Far left SS5. Thukpa Dhrang-Mo Middle V5. Shogo Mok-Tak Right V12. Tsel Tofu Right in front V15. Chilli Tofu - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

It has been a while since I have experienced such great service! Very attentive, answered all of our questions, cleaned our table once we were done very quickly. We were asking questions about one of the meals and the server answered them all with detail, even confirming with the chef; he then came and asked if we were enjoying that dish, I mean amazing attention to detail. The food was so flavorful. It was great vibes and definitely a comfort meal. I will be coming back the next time I am in New Haven. read more

Delicious! Really kind staff, relaxing vibes in the restaurant. Would definitely come back

A friend and I were lucky to snag the last 2-person table at 6pm on a Saturday. Throughout the hour we were there, there was a group or two waiting to be seated. It's a small spot, but it's worth the wait! The people working here were very friendly and did a great job making sure we had everything we needed. It was so hard to choose what to get! We got the pork fried momo, which were tasty though didn't blow my mind. (Dumplings have to blow my mind, you see.) But our other two dishes were really stellar, and I definitely recommend sharing so you can try multiple things. My favorite was the beef shaptak with the steamed bread. It had a nice spiciness to it, and the flavor was potent and dry. I could eat so much of the fluffy bread. We also got the chicken Sha-Tofu, which came with sautéed with broccoli, bok choy, carrots, and rice. The flavors were rich without being dense or heavy. I'd love to eat both of these dishes again, though I'm totally tempted by the rest of the menu, as well. I would definitely come here again. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Shaptak with beef and steamed bread - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Service was good; ambience was good; rather a small and cramped place. Food was very good but a word of caution. For spicey dishes we were asked for 1-5. We went for 3 thinking it was moderate but it was not. It was really fiery. We could not finish and had to go home and add coconut milk to "calm" the dish down. They also refused to substitute fried rice for white rice. read more

EXCELLENT!! Omg the broth in the beef broth soooo good! I would come here again over and over. The place is gorgeous. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - SS6. Beef Thukpa Dhrang-Mo with Beef V4. Tsel Momo B2. Herbal Tea - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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Cute restaurant. Went for dinner and not too busy. The staff were very attentive and friendly. I will definitely be returning! Highly recommend. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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Stopped in with friends for dinner before a show. Very small shop- maybe 8 tables- and they do not take reservations, but we arrived early enough to beat the crowd. Extensive vegetarian options available. We shared tsel momo (potato scallion dumplings) which came with a delicious little helping of sesame slaw/salad, Thang (tofu sweet potato noodle and spinach soup), Tingmo (Tibetan steamed bun), bhaklep (flat bread), shogo ngopa (Tibetan seasoned sweet potato and spinach served with flatbread), and thenthuk (soup with bok choy, wide flat noodles, vegetables, and meat). Incredible meal, excellent service, will return and have already told multiple people they should make the trip! read more

This is the best Tibetan restaurant in entire CT. Food is really good. I always take beef shaptak. It is spicy, but at a very enjoyable spice level. The steamed bread compliments shaptak very well. Momo is another thing which I always go for. I prefer pan fried Sha momo, but steamed momo is also very good. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Beef Shaptak with steamed bread - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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We were so sad when Middletown's first Tibetan restaurant closed down because we love Tibetan food so we were thrilled when a Tibetan kitchen moved in. If you've never tried Tibetan food, give it try, I guarantee you'll love it. Visit Tibetan Kitchen - they serve up some great food. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Food was excellent, but service was quite slow. We had to wait for about 15-20 minutes for a table upon arriving, and after being seated, it was another 15-20 minutes before anyone came to take our order. I inquired if we could do dumplings as an appetizer (they only appear as an entree on the menu), and the server told me they take about 15 minutes to make, so she recommended something off the actual starters menu, since those items are made more quickly. So instead of dumplings, we ordered cold sesame noodles with beef....it would be about 30 minutes before that came out, so I do wish we had gone with the dumplings after all. The restaurant was full, but on the flip side, it's not that big. I really don't think cold noodles should take that long to make. They were tasty though!!! We did receive our wine quickly after ordering, but after my husband finished his first glass, the male server came and whisked his glass away. They don't talk to you, they just grab and run and it is so hard to get their attention!! It was 10 more minutes before we were able to flag someone down and order another glass. We had not even gotten food at this point, so if they are going to serve wine and beer (as opposed to BYOB) then they need to realize people may want more, keep it flowing! We also ordered the pan fried bread and steamed bread. Those arrived before our entrees, along with a dish of brownish sauce on one side and red flakes on the other. We weren't told what it was. The sauce was ridiculously hot, and the red flakes didn't seem to taste like much. We didn't use either after the initial sampling. I very much preferred the pan fried bread to the steamed bread. The steamed bread was very doughy and lacked flavor. The pan fried bread was amazing!! I saved it to eat with my dinner. Our entrees finally came out. I ordered the Jha-sha chicken and potato curry, spicy. I did not find it to be spicy at all. The sauce was also very thin, like soup, and did not really stick to the chicken. I had to dump the sauce onto the rice and eat that with the chicken all in one bite in order to get the full flavor. There were only two pieces of potato within the dish. It was very tasty, but I did wish it was spicier and that the sauce was thicker. My husband ordered the Sha-Khodhak chicken, which was amazing!!!! It was chicken in a thick red sauce with peppers and rice. I would definitely order that again!!! The portions are relatively small, it is enough for one meal, but most people would not have leftovers. Because we had the noodles and bread, we did take a little bit of our dinners home. I think it's important to understand the portion sizes, especially if you order take out. Don't expect what you'd get at your neighborhood chinese take out place as far as quantity. The food was ultimately worth the wait, and the service was friendly even if slow. I would probably give it 3.5 stars if I could, but bumped it up to 4. I would definitely like to go back and try other dishes on the menu, and try to get them spiced up a bit more. The desserts and specialty beverages also sounded good, so would like to try those as well. Remember to bring cash, as it is cash only, and there is no atm onsite! read more

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Really good! We got take out tonight (they are take out only) and ordered the N1 an N9! Both beef. This picture is both of them on my plate (my husband & I shared). Very flavorful. The sauces were really yummy too. I really liked dipping the bun in the juice produced by the beef. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - N1 and N9 on my plate at home because they are take out only. - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

My friend and I had the avocado salad which was like guacamole with cold potato diced chunks. It wasn't too flavorful so I wouldn't get it again but I always enjoy eating fresh avocado. For my meal I tried the "Thenthuk" which is, 'hand pulled Tibetan noodle soup topped with radish spinach and my choice of meat chicken.' My friend had "Tsel-mono" which is, 'pan fried dumpling stuffed with fresh seasonal veggie and cheese served with Dhang-tsel.' I think the cheese is vegan but I would ask to clarify if you are a vegan to be sure. I liked my soup but I think her dumplings were tastier. The restaurant is small but the walls are decorated with pictures/paintings that run the length of the walls with images of Buddha statues and Tibetan scenery. They also have monk chants with gongs playing low in the background. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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Let me start this off by saying I really wanted a burger tonight (shocking), but my girlfriend said I need to be more adventurous and try something new. It's a good thing I listened because this place was awesome! Everything from the food, price, atmosphere, service, etc. were spot on. We arrived about 30 minutes after the restaurant opened and we got the last table for two (very important to get there early as the restaurant fills quickly). Don't hesitate to ask the waitstaff to explain the meal options if you've never had Tibetan food before! They were really helpful to us because we had no clue what to order. We ordered the Shaptak with chicken and a steamed bun (they accommodated a "less spicy" request given my pathetic lack of tolerance for spicy food and unexplained hiccups that always follow), Tsel-Gyathuk Ngopa (noodles with veggies) and the Tsel Momo (fried veggie/cheese dumplings with a side-salad). All were fantastic, but the prize definitely goes to the dumplings, which were out of this world - especially with the salad that came with the dumplings. read more

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Not a win for us. Takeout only as of 2-6-2021. Spicy noodle appetizer completely not spicy and couldn't taste any sesame flavor. Potato and spinach with fried bread pretty tame and definitely needed salt. Potato dumplings also pretty flavorless and greasy from being fried. Veggie fried rice was simply ok- nothing remarkable at all. We will not return. read more

Food is pretty good.I had a friend who was Tibetan so I tried the food before here .Good price with big menu but this place is small so the table is limit. read more

The food was very flavorful, the service was friendly and fast. Cozy place, but the tables were a little too close for my liking. Glad we have a new unique restaurant in our town! read more

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A wonderful little gem on Chapel. Authentic, friendly and delicious! We had a cute window seat. The place only seats about 20 but we loved the small atmosphere in the heart of the city. The mango shake is delicious and very popular based on the number of folks ordering them. Vegetarian dumplings delicious, as was the shrimp dish (a tad spicy so ask for mild if needed) the chocolate bomb was so yummy and a great way to cap off the meal! Very affordable for a full course meal for two. Will be back for sure. read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants on Main Street and one of the best places to get delicious Asian food. The menu is fairly extensive with lots of meat, vegetarian, and vegan options, making it a great place to take anyone regardless of diet restriction. I've tried quite a few vegetarian and meat dishes and haven't tried a dish I didn't like! The restaurant is small and cozy so there is usually a wait for a table. The wait however, is worth it for the delicious and unique cuisine. Pro tip: For menu items not listed as spicy, you have the option to add spice to your food! The menu item featured below is N1 (Gyathuk Ngopa) with beef which is traditionally not spicy, but I asked them to add spice to it with no charge, instantly taking the dish to another level in flavor. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - N1 Gyathuk Ngopa with beef and added spice. - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Went out for dinner with a few colleagues. We're all in town for a business meeting and it was rather cold so another member of our team looked for some place within walking distance to our hotel. Wow what a wonderful restaurant. The food was AH-mazing and the service was impeccable. The waitress listened to all of our questions and graciously responded - including providing recommendations. Everything that came to our table was so good. Thanks for also accommodating my gluten allergy!!! I'll definitely be back. read more

Small, cozy place in Middletown. Extremely friendly service. Good food. 9 of us had to wait about 30 minutes by the door while watching others were eating.. I loved N12, the spicy one. Pretty much homemade style they were serving in the T kitchen. Definitely we will come here again. read more

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I came here about 20 mins after they opened for dinner time. There was already 3 other tables in the middle of their meal. And throughout my meal, 2 more tables came and a few people called to order takeouts. One woman was handling all customers by herself. She was friendly, fast, and attentive. Service was really quick, food and drink were ready in a matter of minutes. I got the SS1 for appetizer: Himalayan Ne-zom which I really liked but was surprised that it was actually served cold. For main dish I got the N9 Shaptak with Beef and steamed bread. The portion looked small but actually very filling that I couldn't finish it. I got 6 stars (out of 10) spiciness and I thought it was perfect. The dish itself felt a little dry than I prefer but still flavorful. I think next time I'll get N8 instead since it's similar but has tomato-based sauce which I'm a sucker for. I also got their unsweetened chai tea which was heaven-sent in the 10-degree weather outside, they provided sugar for you to put into the beverage yourself, but I liked it just the way it was. The bill came a bit pricier than I expected but no big deal. read more

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I really liked their vegetarian momos--I'd normally get a meaty version and perhaps will try next time, but was impressed by the flavor of these veg ones. And the small cabbage salad it comes with is soaked in some delicious sesame oil. The chili fries were also pretty good, as was the thukpa. Might try some other dishes next time. read more

My partner and I came in here for an earlier dinner and it was great. First off, the spot is super cozy which also means that the wait can be a little long because there are only about 25 seats in the restaurant. The staff were highly attentive and took good care of us throughout. On top of the ambiance, which I really liked, and the good service, the food was great. I can't say whether or not it was good for Tibetan food or if it was "authentic" but it tasted really good to me. And the momos, which I have had many times before in other places, were quite good. The sauce was a bit different than the Nepali version I am used to but it was still tasty. Additionally we got the spicy cold noodle which was pretty good but it was a bit too hot for us to be super enjoyable (not in a bad way but just in a lots of water way), and the flavor profile was a little bit flat. Overall, it was a pretty good dish. We also got the Sha-Kodhak with beef at a spiciness of 5 (on a scale of 10) which was really not spicy. However, the dish was totally awesome with rich flavors and tender meat. The three dishes were a lot of food so we have the left over Sha-Kodhak for breakfast the next morning and it was still awesome. Go to Tibetan Kitchen and eat the wonderful food. You will be happy and satisfied. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - The dining area - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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I wanted to update my review now that I eat here probably once a month, more during the winter months because it's so cozy and the food is so warm and comforting! It's my favorite restaurant in Middletown and I love the food because I know that no matter what I order, it will be delicious. We were here just last weekend around 6:00 and though there was a line we were seated in no time (even if it looks like there will be a wait, it's never that long). Here are my top picks (given that I've tried almost every dish on the menu!) 1. Dumplings (steamed or pan fried): I like the pork ones, but the veggie/cheese dumplings are phenomenal, mainly because of the spices. The side salad alone makes the dish. 2. Soups: My favorite is the dumpling soup (best of both worlds), but I also love the rice noodle soups. 3: Fried rice/noodles: Addictive. My "least" favorite dishes would be the phing-sha and their tofu or shredded potato dishes...but even these are very good. My favorite appetizers are the thang soup (great sweet potato noodles) and the avocado dip. My one complaint---when we were here a few days ago, we missed hearing the background music! read more

My new favorite restaurant !! Wow. Such a charming intimate spot with maybe 10 tables. Service was prompt and courteous. I had the shaptak which was a perfectly spicy stir fry in a rather large portion. I had steak which was very good but it's also available with chicken. I took the steamed bread as the accompaniment, a fun mildly flavored finger food. My friend had the Jha-Sha chicken curry with rice and loved it. The speed of service was quick enough that we were comfortable having lunch on a weekday and returned to work at a reasonable time. Give this spot a try. You won't be sorry. read more

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The MVP of hidden gems in Middletown! The unique flavors offered are incomparable and absolutely delicious. Dhang Tsel and Thukpa Dhrang Mo are my go-to starters. Sha Khodhak is my go-to dinner. They never disappoint! read more

This has been a favorite over the past three years or so-particularly in the winter. I love, love, love their soups. I have tried a variety including ones with dumplings, hand-pulled as well as rice noodles. The broth is delicious and they are loaded with vegetables! The menu is quite vast. The restaurant is small. Approximately 8 tables or so, nicely decorated with Tibetan meditative/chanting music playing in the background. The service has been consistently good. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

This is simply one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. Everything is delicious from steamed bread to tsel thenthuk to cabbage salad. So good. read more

Lunch meetings are hard when you're trying to be professional and really want to inhale an entire plate of pan fried dumplings in 30 seconds without being judged. Seriously, the struggle. Anyway, Tibetan Kitchen is just so dreamy, from its pan fried bread and delightful pork dumplings, to the huge selection of vegetarian entrees, noodle dishes, and appetizers (try the avocado salad with diced potato!). Cash only establishments are a tad awkward when you discover it's paper $$$ only after already ordering, but luckily I had some bucks on me. Service was quick at peak lunch time (well 12/12:30), which was much appreciated since I had to jet off fairly quickly. It's been open for a few years already but I was so happy to finally experience what a great addition Tibetan Kitchen is to Middletown's Main Street. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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Amazing little restaurant in Middletown! We have come here now two times and had a short wait each time. There isn't a ton of seating, but the tables were turning over pretty quickly. When we sat down, we instantly ordered our food and drinks. FYI, a lot of the reviews said this place was BYO but that's no longer true. They now serve beer and wine! They also have a mango yogurt drink that my friend had which was super tasty!! For our dishes we ordered the pork steamed dumplings which were heavenly. The meat was very flavorful and the dumpling was steamed to perfection. The sauce / chili powder you can dip the dumpling in gives it a little something-something at the end. We have tried a few of the dishes and I'm going to tell you now, I have no idea what the names are. We tried the chicken curry with rice, potato sticks tossed with some delicious spices, potato curry dish and sliced beef with peppers and their steamed bread. Everything was hands down, amazing!! The steamed bread is so different than anything I've had...it's like a dumpling meets cinnamon roll minus the cinnamon. Yum! All of the meats were delicious and super flavorful. My fave dishes might be the vegetarian potato dishes and probably the beef. Tip: cash only so bring lots of it because you'll want to try everything!!!!! CANNOT WAIT TO COME BACK TO THIS PLACE!!!!!! read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Yum! - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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Good Tibetan food, not too fancy. Maybe you could say homestyle, if you were Tibetan? (maybe you are? I don't know.) We had one of the vegetarian dumpling options and some other things with names that I have forgotten and they were all enjoyable, a little on the oily side but its nice to see they have a vegetarian section on the menu with enough choices to keep us coming back and trying new things. It's good to have another Tibetan restaurant in town after losing Little Tibet a few years ago (i think this is the same people running this restaurant?) Casual, laid back environment. Speed of service was pretty reasonable for a new restaurant. Worth trying if you are feeling adventurous. read more

We randomly stumbled upon this gem passing through this adorable little town while on a roadtrip to Vermont. I have never had Tibetan/Himalayan food before but I knew from the menu I was going to love it. It's a super small but cozy place, Buddhas around and some silk scarves and such for purchase in the back by the restroom. There was a 20 minute wait on a Friday night around 8pm which isn't bad especially considering the size of the place. We took a stroll around the street and came back to a waiting table. The food came out quick and was super flavorful. The vegan and spicy items are clearly marked and plentiful. I really couldn't decide what to have. The kind waitress led me in the right direction. My girls both had lentil soup and I had the sweet potato tofu soup in clear broth. The lentil soup was a little soupier than I'm used to. Very little lentils but it was still very tasty. The sweet potato soup was simple but also yummy. We split avocado potatoes which were just that, boiled potatoes and smashed avocado brought to the table with sea salt. So simple. Why haven't I thought of this? We also split the veggie dumplings. The dumplings were perfectly crisped on the outside and hot and filled in the inside. Not mushy. Not chewy. Perfect!! The town is super cute. I didn't even realize we were near the water. I will make it a point to stop by again in the daylight. A few people on the street asked us for change so if you're from a small town that may scare you. Just be prepared. We are used to it. I would definitely eat here again when in the area. read more

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This was one of the oldest on my bookmarks and finally dinned in twice this month. Food was excellent and freshly made, you literally can feel it's just like a home cooked meal. The veggie dumplings or the momos are a thumbs up to everyone, it's so good! I loved the noodles too, I was in search of these kinda noodles from a longtime. If you like the soup with noodles then I recommend you try the traditional noodles soup, it has a unique homemade flavor to it. I also love their spicy chicken wings it comes with rice on the side too good. The quality of the food, service and the ambience just speaks out Tibet for sure. The only drawback of this place is street parking, cozy seating space which makes you wait a little at peak hours, they do not have reservations. First come first serve! They accept credit cards but not sure what's the minimum, I'd say carry a few bucks just in case you don't reach the minimum. read more

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Despite my experience, I would recommend any foodie to try it once. Quality of tofu deserves a special mention, it was so soft that it possibly could have been super fresh. Hot was not Hot enough, at least for me. Maybe I was expecting too much from Americanized version of Tibetan food. Maybe I went in with the expectation of Indianized version of Tibetan food. Could be possible that I was literally the last guest entering around 7:45 PM which is 45 mins before closing time. It was worth a try once. If they were not in a hurry to start closing the restaurant at 8 PM, they could have served better food. Glad I tried. Maybe I'll try once more at an earlier time. read more

Wish I could give zero star. Momos are too bad with raw chicken smell. Noodle is better than momos but that's not great. I am a Tibetan food lover and big momo fan. Never eating here again! read more

Intimate atmosphere that is warm and welcoming. Service was very good as well. Menu is unique and we were able to sample several different items. Our favorite were the dumplings and the tofu/vegetable appetizer. We weren't big fans of the bread, but I think we were outnumbered by those who were fans. read more

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I got the shaptak and thang soup. My server said the shaptak was an authentic Tibetian dish. I would get the shaptak again but perhaps only If I could get something else other than the bread. The bread or roll or whatever you want to call it wasn't very good. I agree with the other reviewers in saying that portion size could have been a little bit larger. read more

Tibetan Kitchen - Shaptak - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Eating at a restaurant places the activity of consuming food in an experiential setting. When you choose to eat out you sign up for the food, ambiance, and hospitality. This restaurant quite possibly combines these three assets into a masterful state on par with the finest Parisian spots and italian bistros. Tibetan kitchen is delicious and owned by the most humble incredible owners of all time. I could not speak higher of this place and the people running it. read more

Tibetan kitchen is one of my favorite restaurants in Middletown! The food is so flavorful and the perfect comfort food on a cold, rainy day.