Order was placed well before closing and cancelled almost an hour later after they were already closed. Very unprofessional. Will not be ordering againn. read more

A cute spot with beautiful backyard seating. The service was great, and the waiter was so willing to explain items and give recommendations. The plantain momo was definitely a highlight! read more

Fantastic Nepalese food! The staff and chef are extremely nice and super cool. Very affordable drinks. KILLER FOOD. The atmosphere is great too! read more

Awesome chicken Momos!! If you're in this neck of the woods do not miss out. Chef Bikas, awesome job. Keep it up read more

Food is ok. I had a bad experience with this establishment doesn't take responsibility for online orders. So think it twice If you want to order take out from here. Bad customer service. Delivery is a big problem 2 hrs plus waiting time, rude management, cold food... after all of this I definitely won't be ordering from here again. Giving one star review because there's no worst food that the one you never get! We deserve better NY! read more

I live in Ridgewood and I saw this place pop up and it looked good. I stopped in here for dinner with my girlfriend and we were really disappointed with the service and the food. We ordered the chicken choila, the masala wings, and the masala fries. The food took over 30 minutes to arrive and when it did, everything was cold. I didn't even receive the order of the fries and the waitress didn't even remember that we ordered it. The portions are really small and for $6 dollars, you only get 4 wings. I will say the flavors are good but again everything was cold and we couldn't really enjoy the food. I'm not sure if I would go back because the prices don't match the quality and the quantity of food that you order. I know that this was a soft opening for them but I don't think I will come back. read more

Cozy restaurant with great food. I have been here twice now, and I can safely say that everything I have ordered was delicious. The staff is extremely friendly, and the portions are also a very good size. Will definitely be coming back! read more

My most favorite Nepali place in all of New York!! The sel roti and CHIYA and sekwa is amazing!

This place is the best new addition to the neighborhood yet! The people who run it also run Nepalese Indian Restaurant down the street. Amazing people who will make you feel right at home. Had the lentil pancakes with a fried egg on top, potatoes, and soup. The portions were sufficient and the spice added a little kick without being overpowering. They'll add more food and a full bar once they get their license so looking forward to it read more

One of my favorite restaurant!!! I have actually never been to the restaurant itself but regularly get delivered at home. The food is incredibly flavorful and subtle - and potentially spicy (which I personally love) so keep this in mind if you are sensitive to spicy food - I tried almost every dish in the menu and never got disappointed. Portions are generous and well packed for delivery. Most dishes come with a great number of delicious homemade condiments too. I love Tibetan and Nepalese food but Jackson Heights is quite a trip from my place so I was really happy to find "While In Kathmandu" which is actually even better than a lot of places I used to go before! read more

Very tasty food and great service by the waiter. We tried several apps and everything was well made. read more

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Great staff, food and atmosphere! I can't wait to go back and try the rotis! The dessert and momos were amazing and helped quell the heat from the chicken choila. I have two suggestions to make the experience even better: 1) the lighting needs to be a little softer and less bright. It will compliment the decor and help create that relaxed mood 2) If it is possible, have the chicken choila come in mild and spicy. It is so good but a bit intense for my pallet. Thank you for this amazing food experience! read more

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Wow, great eats at great prices. I ordered the "not a taco" and the poppers and it was a meal even though they are listed as appetizers! Super delicious! read more

It's a soft opening... so don't get your hopes up too high for perfection. But it's a DELICIOUS soft opening. Plenty of rough edges, but welcome to the neighborhood! Owner's vision is Nepalese tapas. Excited to see the full menu some day. Until then... a five star soft opening! read more

Probably the only place in New York offering such an amazing Nepali cuisine. Nothing beats the chicken platter from this place. It sooo good. read more

We were meeting friends last night at this restaurant as they chose it. I have to say that I checked out the menu earlier in the day and didn't have great expectations. When we arrived, our friends were already seated and I noticed that he had a beer poured. To my surprise, they do now have a liquor license ( They need to update their website :-) ) . So again, looking over the menu, we decided we would order some starters and a couple of main courses. The starters was the garlic naan, shrimp momo and chicken sekuwa. Since I am not a big fan of fish, the other three ordered the salmon main course and I ordered the chicken platter. Everything was so tasty that we eventually shared everything. The atmosphere is very quaint ... quiet as in you can have a conversation without having to scream at one another and the service was very good. We almost didn't go because unless you look for a parking spot on Cypress Ave or live in the neighborhood, it's nearly impossible to park your car. I am so happy that we did find parking but mostly because our friends chose this unique place to eat. read more

I rarely leave 1-2 star reviews, but perhaps this food is not for me. I consider myself quite open to culinary experiences however this one was very underwhelming. I tried their popular goat meat platter that comes with several options on a pan. Their rice is pretty much cereal and the consistency of the goat was like a gummy bear. The menu is very limited, only one page and has about a handful of dishes. The staff is friendly, but I don't think I would come back again. read more

We found a produce label in the food. The vegetables went unwashed, cooked and no one took the label from the vegetable. Called the manager and all they did was apologize and reduce the price of the bill by 14 dollars, witch I left as tip for the nice table service . Wonder if they clean their food before cooking. Unlike others, I couldn't continue eating after that. read more

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Absolutely amazing. Came for a birthday lunch and i tell you it couldn't have gone better. The masala wings need to be ordered!! if you like spices, and lentils you will love this place! The Bara was out of this world. The Kathmandu Alfredo leaves you wanting more even though you're already stuffed. Overall this restaurant is the best find I have came into 22 years of living. read more

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We tried this restaurant after hearing that it was in the area. The staff were very friendly and the food was fantastic. Would definitely return. read more

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My sister wanted to go to Nepali cuisine and I remembered my friend insisting time and again to go to While In Kathmandu. I, my sis n brothers-in-law were in surprise by the taste of nepali food. Being a Nepali and having tried countless Nepali dishes, we could still find the taste of While In Kathmandu unique. We ordered Malekhuko macha (fried fish), aloo sadheko(boiled potatoes seasoned fried), not a taco(taco style but nepali roti with chicken choila), pork momo(dumplings), chicken dumpling , chitwan ko tass(goat fried with sides), khana set(lentil pancakes with sides) and added Kathmandu poppers( jalapenos stuffed peppers) in the end. None of the dishes with similar to other even the sides which was very refreshing. Malekhuko macha came first which even though was deep fried, the inside was juicy. The little sauce on side was tasty enhancing flavor of fish. I have a theory chefs who put much though on sauce must have a better food too. Then came not a taco, the chicken was spiced to give a feeling of Mexican cuisines. What stole the limelight was the taco or should i say roti. Roti had never been to my liking but this roti proved me wrong. I could tell it was not made in simple way. And had that softness just making you want more bite. After first two dishes, it was already in our list of "new best Nepali place". Aloo dish was spiced harmoniously not overwhelming the palate. The food where spices overpower the originality of main ingredients is not to my liking. In this dish, aloo was still aloo. We ordered chiura(beaten rice) to enjoy aloo more. Kathmandu poppers came next our last minute addition. Kathmandu poppers was okay but my sister enjoyed it a lot and we teased her saying her palate has become westernized. Pork and chicken dumplings came next which were juicy. I prepared pork while sister made chicken winner.the sauce used in pork dumpling was mild while chicken had tangy taste. Chitwan ko tass was good. I really enjoyed goat. Khana set was okay but the side dishes took me back to Nepal. The mango chutney took me back to my grandma's kitchen in Nepal. While In Kathmandu should be in your list in you love food. If you enjoys a good setting, this place has cosy rustic vibe. In the end, we left with though what food should be in our next visit. read more

This sh*t is disgusting! I got the Kathmandu Alfredo with chicken and the meat tasted gamey, like it wasn't really chicken. The pasta had waaaaaay too many spices in it. Imagine mixing Indian food and Italian food together. It's not a good mix. I ended up throwing it all in the trash! That's how bad it was. I wasted my money. Never eating here again! read more

The plantain Momos are to die for. That's all I need to say. Order 2 of those at minimum.

Food is delicious! Already ordered take out/dined in several times. Loved the backyard outdoor seating area as well.

The service was amazing and the food was to die for......Everything was sooo good! Loved the variety of foods! Goat sekuwa and 'not a taco' are a must try! read more

Authentic Nepali food with amazing service. Love the hip and cultural juxtaposition interior decorations. Recommend getting taaa, secuwa and momo. read more

Not the best bar on Seneca Ave, but not the worst. The food is great, would recommend the pork momo. Limited beer and wine selection on the alcoholic beverage menu, which is a letdown. The decor/atmosphere is pretty underwhelming from what you'd expect from more exotic restaurants, but oh well. If you frequent here, they only seem to have two music playlist: Himalayan folk? and 2010s pop, which is always cranked way too loud regardless of how full the place is. The only saving grace is their outdoor space which is a gravel yard with some tables, but it's also not the best in terms of local outdoor bars. Overall, it's worth at least one visit. I wouldn't keep coming back here if it weren't for my friends live nearby. read more

I came to while in Kathmandu last Sunday with my husband (who is from Nepal) to try it out. The food was very good - that said, it had more Indian flavors than typical Nepali. But we are harsh judges as we live in Jackson heights and just came back from a 6 weeks trip in Nepal. The atmosphere is cute and the service was attentive. We got the fried fish - crispy and yummy but the sauce had so much masala in it and wasn't spicy at all, we asked for hot sauce. Chicken jhol momo was pretty good and very juicy. The goat ko Tass was yummy and the pickle (my favorite) was on point. My glass of cab was really good as well. Overall we liked it but doesn't compare to other Nepali spots in queens. However if you live in the ridgewood or bushwick area, this is a perfect option. Give it a try if you like Indian food and want to try Nepali read more

Amazing service! Hot and fresh food! It is a gem of a place! The waiter was so professional.

I would give this place more than 5 stars if I could! Loved the menu options. I ordered Bhatmas Sadeko and it was good. A tad bit too salty but crunchy goodness all the way. The aloo gobhi parantha platter reminded me of my mom's paranthas. So good!! The ambience is great and the music is phenomenal. read more

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I love their food and the servers are the sweetest, which represents how people from Nepal are. I love going here because their food isn't "tradition" Nepalese food that I can get in every other Nepalese restaurants. I am always excited about their food because they offer what other Nepalese restaurants don't offer. I am so happy that While in Kathmandu shows a different side of our food and culture than what people normally expect. read more

Came here on a Wednesday afternoon. The server was welcoming and attentive. The masala wings and not a taco are a must!

The atmosphere, food and service were all amazing. It really did feel like a hidden Nepali oasis nested in Brooklyn, especially being seated at the backyard section outside. Our waiter was very attentive and I cannot stress how fantastic the food was. We came here on a Saturday afternoon for brunch and it was not packed at all. Would highly recommend! read more

This place was soooo delicious I can't even describe it. I started with a mango lassi and ended up getting 2 more they were so delicious! The dumplings we shared at the table and we were all grappling for the last one. I got the chicken not a taco and lemme tell you... first of all my mouth was water and tummy was rumbling just from seeing the food of those eating around me so I was hangry hangry and my not a taco completely satisfied me. I was unfortunately low on time so I did not get to try much else but I am itching to go back and have more! Forgot the name and did a massive deep dive to find it and it was worth it. read more

i've been here a few times, the food is always so delicious and the service is so wonderful!

Ok, so right off the bat let me get this out of the way - I'm a professional carnivore. I went in knowing I was going to be having meat of some kind, maybe goat, possibly yak, but definitely a meat based entree. Our host and waiter for the night was Bikash Kharel himself, and he guided us through the menu based on what my wife and I were each looking for. We took his advice and ordered the Aloo appetizer, the Kathmandu Poppers, and the vegetable Jhol Momos, to be followed by the Nepali Alfredo and the Chitwan Ko Taas (a flame charred goat dish - told you I'd be getting some meat). We each settled back into delicious glasses of iced chiya (WIK's deliciously spicy real tea take on traditional chai), and waited for the food to arrive. Now, it was Valentine's Day night and every table was filled, so I was prepared to wait a bit, but the Aloo and Poppers came out of the kitchen quite quickly and hoo boy, they were incredible. the potatoes have a lovely spicy bite, mixing cumin and, unless I'm really off, cardamom with the smokiness of the potatoes and the riproaring bite of these chopped green deadly spicy peppers - which were just right, having enough heat to make you remember what you were eating, but not enough to make you stop. As for the poppers, they are a take on the traditional Jalapeno Popper but they are made from much larger peppers akin to the Italian Frying Pepper and stuffed with a gooey mix of potato and cheese. Lightly battered in an almost tempura-like batter, they are heavenly. Just enough bite and pepper flavor with a cheesy gooey balance and perfectly served with a remarkable chutney on the side. Almost as if they were staging the courses for us, we had barely finished the appetizers when our momos appeared. A silky tomato and spice fueled broth surrounded these delicate little islands of noodley vegetable goodness. I have had dumplings all across the City and these are the tops. Vegetable dumplings are notoriously difficult to do well, as they are often a bit blah once you get down to it - not these. Every bite is an explosion of flavor. Not spicy at all, but complex and tasty, the eight momos in the bowl are just enough for a two person soup course, and the soup that these magic little ecstasy factories float in is a perfect compliment. We sat back and had a little bit of time to digest and chat and I can say, without reservation, that I could eat those three dishes every day for the rest of my life and be perfectly content with it. Now remember, I'm an affirmed, card-carrying meateater. We hadn't had a scrap of meat yet. that's a pretty huge endorsement of the aloo, poppers, and momos. After a brief moment to digest, out came the entrees, and they did not disappoint either. The alfredo is creamy and perfect with a hint of tomato and spice - almost like an alfredo sauce married a tikka masala. Hearty and rich, and served with a side of garlic naan, my wife rapidly found herself entering food coma territory. My Chitwan Ko tass was also spectacular - heady, hearty chunks of goat with a perfect rind of char and spices served with traditional puffed rice and several sides of mixed vegetables and a dried bean reminiscent of the West Indian Fry Channa snack food. Stuffed to the gills, but still hanging on, I opted for dessert and was rewarded with a take on the sel roti - a large rice-flour donut dusted with shaved coconut. Piping hot and gooey, this sweet, almost funnel cake was a perfect way to cap the meal. Next time, I'll be sure to order a hot chiya with it, as I imagine they are a perfect couple. Fooded up sufficiently, we got the check and, hey, it was totally not bad at all! The prices are beyond reasonable for the amount of food you get, and the atmosphere is fun, laid back, and homey with a thatched rood cottage screening off the kitchen and Parliament Funkadelic pumping through the house sound. Word to the wise - they currently only take cash, but there is a conveniently located ATM in the back of the restaurant, so if you forget to bring greenbacks (or like both myself and the Queen of England, just never travel with cash) it's not too big a problem. All told, not only will we definitely be back, but we'll be bringing friends. Maybe in the warmer months so we can take advantage of the back-yard dining space! read more

Ordered delivery. The food was alternately inedible, oversalted, Expired, and incredibly overpriced. I feel utterly ripped off for the ridiculous price of such bad food read more

The chicken empanada thing was quite lovely but that was all I enjoyed. My friends did not like their order, I tried some and it was alright...didn't totally hate it. I gave it only three stars because I would not go back. The pieces of meat were kinda chewy. This might be the way Himalayan food cuisine always is? I'm not sure because it was my first time trying this type of food. Service was very nice and it breaks my heart to give this establishment 3 stars but I really would never go back. The decor was very cute, feels like I'm out of the city. read more

Super delicious food with friendly service. went with my bff one day and we had a great time for our friendship

We all need some comfort food. For me dumplings and curry are my go to. This place has it all made by people who know what they're doing. Unpretentious while bringing a very complicated composition of flavors and food techniques. I have never had Nepali before so maybe the food is generally badass. Either way this place showcases the amazing cuisine of Nepal. The Chiya is super good, try the mo-mo dumplings and goat platter! This is the truf. read more