Stopped in for dinner on our way to SF, parking is on the street so keep your eyes out as it is busy here! It's a very small, quaint restaurant that is so unassuming. We ordered the papadum, and eggplant stew. The eggplant stew was the best I've EVER had! My husband also had the lentil soup, which was delicious. Service was good, Santos was our server and he had a lot of pride in his service. The bill was very reasonable. Hayward isn't usually on our list of stops, but we would definitely come here again en route to SF! read more

Aama's Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Hayward, California

We walked in Friday at 8pm and was able to get a table for 3. Small restaurant but two tables just finished so we didn't have to wait. But every table was already taken. It's expensive for the portion size for the curries and dishes. The naans were crispy and thin. Nothing was overly salty. Meats were tender and dishes were flavorful. Doesn't seem like there was a lot of ghee at all. You pay the bill at the cashier. Parking is on the street or parking lots nearby. What we ordered: Chicken chili momo, Grilled eggplant, lamb bryani, lamb vindaloo, Goat Curry (With Bone), Garlic Cilantro Naan, plain Naan read more

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I can't say enough about the service! They are welcoming, willing to converse with you on where they are from, and super accommodating! We came in around 8pm and it was just us. But more people started rolling in around 9pm to eat. This is a popular place to have traditional Indian/Himalayan/Nepalese dishes! We came for the Momo - -- so glad we were finally able to try these, they were pretty darn good. Little pockets of chicken goodness dipped in their sauce put me in a happy spot. read more

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I had really high hopes for Aama's Kitchen after seeing some great reviews but it fell below expectations during a recent visit. We started with the Gobi Manchurian which is a staple of mine at many Indian meals. The first thing I noticed was how few pieces there were - I counted five on our plate, which was disappointing. It tasted dine but I didn't think it was worth it for the price. Next, the Daal turned out to be quite bland and watery. I was missing some of that flavor that I'm used to in order daals I've had preciously. While I appreciated having many vegetarian and vegan-friendly options, I found our meal pretty subpar at best. read more

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Came here on a Saturday evening. Ordered chicken vindaloo. The breast meat was tender and moist. Potatoes were cooked just till soft and spices were delicious! We ordered mixed veg pakora which was crispy and the veggies were tender but not mushy. Who doesn't like fried veggies! We also got garlic cilantro naan. I love the aroma of garlic combined with butter.so yummy. Wait staff was so friendly and courteous!. He noticed I was cold and offered to turn AC down. read more

These chicken momos really impressed me - the seasoning was spot on and they tasted great even without the sauce. I've tried steamed momos all over the country and these easily make my top 5. The wrapper was incredibly thin, similar to what you'd get at Din Tai Fung. Their fried momos hit the mark too, we got both the regular fried and the Sadheko which both were nice and crispy. The paratha was a bit dry and more wheat-heavy than the chewy, flaky ones I usually find elsewhere. The khasi ko pakku packed serious umami flavor with fantastic seasoning. The staff was super friendly and attentive - definitely adding this place to my regular rotation! read more

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This review is based on service and not food. We ordered online and when I arrived to pick up our order they didn't have it ready. Not a big deal but then he grabs my phone to write down the order! Come on. Hands me my phone back and it's all wet from when he put it down on the kitchen counter. Do better. read more

Food and service was amazing ! Their handmade lemonade is a must try ! Chicken chilli momo was delicious. read more

Simply delightful lunch here today: -kind and present service - felt like I was completing a mini meditation during each interaction -loved the Baingan Bharta - deep smoky flavors super satisfying, came highly recommended -goat thali, fun journey of flavors and textures -roti, generous, cooked to how you request it, wow unheard of -chai tea, made to order, rich and balanced the meal with the creaminess -samosas, only thing not made in house, gf! Def some heat to it, mild-med, mint dipping sauce was perfect -clean and inviting interior and even a selfie wall LOVE. Hayward food scene is leveling up because of spots like this. And yes, I have a new obsession for Nepalese food, so light and healthish for a meal out. read more

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I came here with a friend on a Thursday evening for dinner, and I am so happy we found this restaurant. Aama's Kitchen had the best service by far and budget-friendly meals! The place itself is small with a few large tables and three to four 2-person tables. However, the walls were lively and there is a cute flower wall near the door. We were seated immediately and got our order shortly after. There was only one server working all the tables, but he was so efficient and kind. Honestly, the best smile and charisma I have ever seen from a server! He kindly showed us his favorite dishes, and we ordered the Chicken Tandoori, Aloo Gobi, Chicken Biryani, and Naan. The chicken tandoori was so flavorful and tender! It was enough to feed one hungry person (about six pieces) or a protein to share between two people. The aloo gobi was hearty and a little spicy, I really like how soft the vegetables were. The chicken biryani was also really fluffy and plentiful! Very generous portion! The sauces they gave us to complement the meals were so delicious as well. Our entire meal only cost $50, and with such great service, this place is a 10/10! I will definitely come again to try more Nepali dishes! read more

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We met for lunch and were the first people in the restaurant. Unfortunately the service was extremely slow. When we all arrived we immediately put in our order. However, it took 30 minutes for us all the receive our food. For lunch this is not acceptable as people are on a limited time frame. Also they brought out the first persons dish, then 10 minutes later the second person's dish and then another 10 minutes for the 3rd person. We ordered medium spicy but the food was under seasoned. I think this place is best for takeout. read more

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We went there 40 mins before closing . The server was not ready to suggest anything because they had a large party who checked in right before us It's 50 mins+ yet no food as I type. read more

Best butter chicken and naan you will ever have! I don't remember everything else we ordered but it was all good. I'm not big on Indian food but after eating here I've been craving it ever since. It is a little pricey and some servings felt small, but worth it for this flavorful food. Place gets full fast and there aren't a lot of tables. read more

Wow! We ordered 5 dishes today and all of them were delicious!!! Service was excellent and the menu clearly labels what's gluten and dairy free, vegan and vegetarian options. Will definitely be back! read more

This place is amazing. Hands down my favorite Nepali style and the best in Northern California. Great food , great service. I come from Sacramento to eat here. It's that good. You won't regret it. read more

Aama's Kitchen - Vegetarian lunch special - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Hayward, California

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Food was excellent. Ordered butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, aloo gobi, naan and rice. Every dish was well proportioned and very tasty. Service was very on spot and attentive to the needs of the customer. Cozy atmosphere. This place is well worth a visit. read more

WE LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS RESTAURANT! The staff are super kind, restaurant is clean and well set up, and the food-- DELICIOUS! Worth every penny of buying. My sisters and I wanted to grab a midnight meal after having a long day and thought to stay local. I chose this place and hoped it would be exactly what we wanted. They close at 2am on certain days, which was super convenient for us. We entered and were kindly greeted to order to go because they were almost closing. My sisters and I ordered a curry dish each, samosas, rice, and naan. We also got to enjoy the delicious desserts in house as we waited for our order to be made. We enjoyed our meal and all agreed to return with our Mom. We returned the upcoming week with our Mom and she agreed that the food was delicious and well priced. We eat curry and naan at home made by our mom, but she enjoyed eating authentic Indian Cuisine locally. We definitely recommend this place!!! read more

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I was surprised to see that Aama's kitchen had a rating of 4.9 stars on Google and high ratings on Yelp. I am so pleased and satisfied to have tried this restaurant, I am officially a fan! When I ordered for pick-up, I requested extra sauces and while I expected to be charged, the owner was incredibly sweet and told me there was no need to pay for them. They generously provided me with extra sauces, which was a refreshing change! At a similar restaurant in Oakland, they charge a lot for even a small amount of chutney. This made me feel a great sense of relief and happiness. Everything I ordered brought me joy and was perfectly seasoned without being too heavy. I highly recommend all the items on my receipt and especially the fried chicken momo. Everything is so delicious without making you feel guilty. I truly can't wait to try everything on their menu because I'm confident it will all be fantastic. ** THE HAVE THE BEST RAITA!!** read more

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Food is good. Chicken momo feels undercooked due to texture but it's delicious with the sauce and I'm sure it's fully cooked. Butter chicken is 8/10 but it's a bit pricey for only a few pieces of meat. Wish more meat or even if they added veggies it would be worth it. Overall not a bad place to try but just a bit steep for portion size. read more

The absolute very best Nepalese/indian/Himilayan food in Hayward. We come here all the time!

Great Indian food! Experience was very pleasant, staff were extremely attentive when assisting us with our orders and the food was tasty. I ordered the butter chicken and it was very savory, thick, and creamy! It came with loads of chicken chunks in the curry as well. The butter chicken can be adjusted in terms of heat levels, which I chose spicy. It wasn't too spicy which I couldn't handle, but there was a bit of a kick which I liked. Additionally they added a cute heart on top. However, it is a bit pricey since the curry does not come with rice. Thus, you would have to pay $5 dollars for a bowl, but it's enough for two people! We also ordered the original naan bread which was delicious. In total it came with four quarter size pieces. Overall, delicious food! :-) read more

Aama's Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Hayward, California

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The food was amazing, and our server was also great. He recommended us dishes and helped me say some of the food dishes name. Santos was awesome and fun. We had the Nepali Thali which was a nice variety and the Sadheko Momo which had a kick to it but was so good, came out fresh and warm and a good crispy outside and steamy inside. Also ended with two dessert since had such a good experience. Rasmalai and Pistachio Kulfi. read more

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Came here last Friday night for dinner with a bunch of friends. The place was extremely accommodating because we want a separate checks. Unfortunately, our order got mixed up and 2 missing item. We are reminded them twice and unfortunately, only one item came back. I'm by the end. We were almost 75% of the way through and I asked again for my order and it was by mistake that has not been even started, and I just told him forget it I will cancel the order. Overall, the food was great. The service was great, but they need to follow up on each tickets and make sure it was done before moving on even though it's busy. I definitely will come back to give him another shot. Overall, a great vibe for a little place and I wished him the best. Hopefully they don't forget my Momos next time ! read more

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I want to start off by saying, the owner is such a kind person! His staff was so professional, service was Great! The ambiance was nice and calm. The food did not disappoint, everything was balanced the temperature the seasoning it even looked so pretty! I can't wait to go again, i went a few months ago and since then my relatives love this place. Also i went in and immediately noticed how clean it is here, definitely a plus, i love Chai but this place had the smoothest and flavorful Chai :) This is a gem in Downtown Hayward! read more

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Aama's Kitchen, definitely felt like momma's kitchen. I hope the owner and the chef know they have honored their mom's legacy well. Not only was the space charming, but the owner and chef was too. He constantly came to check in on us and made sure my allergies were taken care of despite none of the dishes we ordered having any allergens in it. This was absolutely thoughtful and considerate since a lot of places wouldn't even remember even if you told them. Would recommend just coming here to meet the staff alone. But here on yelp we aren't here for the staff but for the food. I will have to say as my first time eating Nepalese/Indian food, it was an enlightening experience. This place seems to lean a little more Nepalese than Indian due to the way the food is seasoned. Its a lot lighter and not as heavy as previous Indian food Ive had. On top of that for those who can't handle spice, this is the perfect place to enjoy those traditional cuisines. Their medium was basically other places mild, and the weakest of spice tolerance can definitely eat here with enjoyment. (Me included) My personal favorite dish all night was the Chicken Saag. The spinach was soooooo soft and creamy and the chicken basically melts in your mouth on top of the rice. Definitely a must have when eating here because its underrated. It looks like we found our favorite local Nepalese/Indian spot and can't wait to come back here to get our fixes. 10/10 would recommend. p.s there is street parking but if your can't find any circle the block. Right before you come back onto mission there is a public parking space you can park at and walk across. read more

Hands down the best food I've had! I found out about this place while traveling for work and did a search on TikTok and landed here! Best decision! Tried the butter chicken and it was cooked perfectly, punipuri was sooooo delicious! Service was top notch ! read more

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Delightful food and wonderful service. The dishes are flavorful and the waiter is friendly and helpful. I recommend it for dinner dates or with friends. read more

They were right on time for our pick up. The food was still warm when we got home. Next time we'll eat there because the environment feels and smells so good! read more

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Some of the best momos I've had! Would highly recommend the steamed chicken momos with the authentic Nepali momo sauce. Butter chicken and garlic naan hit the spot as well. Cozy, clean place with nice decor and friendly staff. Only downside is the service was quite slow, which was challenging with two hungry kids. But the food was worth the wait! read more

Oh gosh -- every time I crave a paneer tikka wrap, this is my go-to spot! I haven't had a chance to dine in yet, but I've done several lunch takeout orders. I keep coming back for the paneer tikka wrap -- it's that good! Don't forget to ask for the mint chutney on the side -- it pairs perfectly. They've earned their stellar reviews, and I couldn't agree more! read more

Our first visit to this restaurant for dinner and we were very happy we chose to dine here. My wife and I were warmly greeted, and our cold Nepal Ice beer was quickly served. We started with vegetable samosa, and it was served very hot with two tasty dipping sauces. We also had chili momo and asked for medium spice. The sauce on the momos was very flavorful and had the right amount of spice for our tastes. Our third dish was paneer tandoori tikka, and the portion was very adequate with nice large cubes of cheese. The spice level was again perfect for us. With these dishes we enjoyed the garlic cilantro naan and it was the right choice for scooping up any remaining sauce. Our overall experience was excellent from the warm service to the fresh, hot and well-prepared food. We look forward to returning soon. read more

My goodness this restaurant was so delicious. The server recommended us to try the chili momos which were perfect if you like a little spicy kick. We also ordered the tandoori chicken with fresh squeezed lemon, which came with 2 sauces, the mint sauce was my favorite. The garlic naan came out fresh and hot, and our chicken tikka masala was the perfect pairing to dip out naan into. I want to try a paneer dish and the biryani next time! 10/10 recommend and definitley coming back. read more

Aama's Kitchen - Outside restaurant - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Hayward, California

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All great items, the food is always consistent and and delicious. Definitely a repeat dining experience, service is amazing and the space is a warm inviting kitchen. read more

Aama's Kitchen - Menu - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Hayward, California

Aama's Kitchen is hands down one of our absolute favorite spots! My husband and I have been regulars since 2023, visiting at least once or twice a week--and for good reason. Their Sadeko Momo is truly next level. It's their specialty for a reason--perfectly spiced, packed with flavor, and so addictive that my mouth waters just thinking about it! The chicken chowmein and steamed momo are also incredibly delicious, full of that comforting homemade taste. And to top it all off, the masala chiya adds the perfect flavorful touch to every meal. Beyond the food, what really makes Aama's Kitchen special is the hospitality. Dhananjaya, the owner, and Sashila- the lead server, are genuinely welcoming and kind. They make sure every customer is well taken care of and leaves with a full belly and a happy heart. If you're looking for authentic Nepalese cuisine with amazing service and cozy vibes--Aama's Kitchen is a must-visit. We absolutely love it and can't recommend it enough! read more

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Wonderful meal! I had the Himalayan Thali dish with lamb. It was excellent. It included 9 different parts, all of them delicious.

I received fresh hot food from DoorDash, which was excellent. Butter chicken Basmati rice Homemade French fries Garlic cilantro Nan Everything was fresh and delicious . If you haven't tried this place give them a try. You will be glad you did. Bon appétit read more

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Amazing food, the service was fantastic and Ambience was great, we will be definitely going back had a awesome experience read more

10/10 had the Goat Taali, chicken tikka and the masala chai. Masala chai was SO good service was also great and so welcoming. the meat is also halal . Can't wait to come back and try something new, so many options . :) read more

Aama's Kitchen - Tali , papadum . naan . chicken tikka masala , and masala chai - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Hayward, California

This place is awesome! The service is great - the waitstaff is friendly, helpful, and attentive. The food is excellent, but I've only tried their Nepalese/Himalayan dishes - every time we've visited (must be about 4-5 times now...), we get sidetracked by all the different types of Momos, and never get to the Indian menu! But that really isn't a problem - every dish that we've had has been great - there hasn't been a single dish that we regretted ordering. We haven't even run into the situation where we regretted ordering a dish because it was too similar to another dish in the same meal! So, to sum it up, tasty food, good service, nice people. What more could you ask for? read more

Food was AMAZING!!! We ordered: -Appetizer some sort of chicken tenders served with 2 sauces. We really liked the green sauce. -Chicken momo mild heat. This was delicious!!! The smell immediately hit us when she brought it out! Our first time trying Nepalese food n so glad I read reviews prior to the visit bc I ordered the momos bc highly recommended! Basically fried chicken dumplings tossed in their delicious house chili sauce. The sauce was so good, when our naan came out, we dipped it the remaining chili sauce. -Our main dishes were the buttered chicken and garlic cheese naan. 100/10!!!! So smooth! First impression of taste- smooth both chicken n sauce and flavor was ON POINT!!! Love the ambiance! Decorator did a great job! Service was great! We had a friendly young woman. Didn't catch her name but she was serving everyone in the restaurant with a beautiful smile and great attitude! Older gentleman came out (possibly owner) and asked if we needed anything n how we liked the food. He thanked us for coming and invited us to come again! My hubby n i will be back and will be recommending this place to friends and family! Im only bummed out... that we didn't find this place sooner especially since we live 9 minutes away. Can't wait to come back and try new dishes Thank you Ama's Kitchen for elevating our taste buds *only picture I got was our empty plates before we left bc that should tell you all you need to know* read more

Aama's Kitchen - Empty plates bc food was BOMB.COM!!! - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Hayward, California