Bini's is a classic on my lunches in SOMA. Or is it technically FiDi? Well anyways it's right on Market near Montgomery street. I've had the burritos, plus the chicken + MoMo combo. Fan of both, but I think I'll be going with the combo in the future. Big fan of the MoMo the few times I've had it, and might try getting them by itself next time. Bini's looks like (or I guess is) a food truck from the outside, on the side of a building. You order at the window on the left, and then wait for them to call out your order on the right. Try not to walk too far away from the window though, as it can get pretty loud on Market during the day! Haven't gotten any of their drinks, but I know my coworkers have and enjoyed them. read more

My 5 stars is strictly for their Turkey Momos. Seriously the BEST MOMOS I've ever had. I first had these amazing dumplings at Outside Lands, & have found NOTHING BETTER in the city. Their Lamb Momos are a little gamey for me, but still good, especially if you like lamb. Also had their Gorkha Chicken + Momo combo which comes with rice. Not bad, but not a huge fan of their Gorkha Chicken because it's a little bland for my taste. Overall, quick service & amazing turkey momos! read more

It's not the best Nepalese food. It was bland, there wasn't a wow factor. Mango lassi was refreshing on the hot day. read more

Bini's Kitchen - lamb curry and lamb momos and mango lassi - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I have walked by this place numerous times and finally decided to try it. I waited too long! I have never had momos, let alone Nepalese food before. Loved the lamb momo combo with rice and curry chicken. The tomato cilantro spicy sauce is tangy and not too spicy. The portions are really good too. The girl who took my order was very friendly as well. I would def recommend this to my friends. read more

Bini's Kitchen - Lamb momo combo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

During a busy lunch hour, I accidentally took someone else's food and complained my order was incorrect. They very graciously fixed up my order, even though I was the one who made the mistake. The people loan this place are wonderfully nice. Everyone I talk to at work loves this place for lunch. The service is fast and the food is delicious! If you're extra hungry, try getting the combo with extra Momos. You're going to feel so full and satisfied afterwards! read more

Not sure how I haven't reviewed this place yet! Bini's Kitchen is one of the better fast lunch options in FiDi. It's not a sit-down place, but rather a small food stand that appears to be permanently attached to another building on Market St. You can order Momos (Nepalese dumplings, $6 for 8 dumplings) or a Chicken Curry/Momo combo ($10) for a little more food (and fewer Momos). I'm a huge fan of the Momos, and often contemplate buying and eating two orders (but then realize that would be ridiculous). If you haven't had a Momo before, it's a bit like a Chinese style soup dumpling but without soup and with more meat, and with more of a spiced flavoring. Since there isn't seating, you should plan to grab and go. Pro-tip: Crocker Galleria has a nice rooftop nearby if you want to eat outside without eating on the steps on Market St. Try it out and you'll find yourself in the mood for Momos all the time! read more

Ordered the Gorkha Chicken and MoMo Combo. It was $10 for a plate and I think one is big enough for two to share. It comes with a scoop of rice, chicken curry, and 4 momo's of your choice. I took one star off because you really can't eat around there. It smells like urine surrounding the area. read more

Great dumplings... I've only had their Momos, but they certainly keep me coming back for mo'... okay... So this place is a a good quick option in SF Fidi, located right on Market at a little stall tucked away on a corner, so don't miss it. There are no big tables to sit on but you can take a quick seat at a nearby public gathering area, or check out some of the public lobbies/gardens available close by on Mission St. read more

TLDR - techbro paradise This place is reliable, cheap, and tasty. Sick location right near all of the biggest tech companies. So all of you tech bros can easily come here to grab a quick set of dumplings to go! The dumplings are very clean and can be eaten with a fork without any struggle. This means that engineers will experience a minimal lapse in efficiency during lunch as they can easily eat while writing code! Portions are good sized (especially for the price), and leave you satisfied but not overly full. This is perfect for the modern day engineer who has an assortment of snacks available at the office at any moment - it allows you to portion control with the 2 or 3 bottles of LA crouix and bags of chips each day. Also, the tomato chutney is bomb.org so see if you can get extra read more

I've been meaning to check this place out for months. Today I decided to forego the usual sandwich and salad lunch spots and expand our taste bud horizons. We strolled over to Bini's Kitchen for some Nepalese cuisine. Located at Post Plaza (adjacent to Market St. and New Montgomery), this fast-casual restaurant is no bigger than a food truck. Blink and you might miss it. There's never a long line or wait for the food, and the staff here always serves you food with a smile. I highly recommend the momo dumplings. There are 3 different choices of fillings (Bison, Turkey, and Vegetarian). There are 6 momos to an order (which are more than enough to satisfy your appetite) and they're topped with a mild tomato cilantro sauce. I went with the bison momos and they totally hit the spot. I also ordered the Nepalito burrito ($8), which is essentially a Nepalese version of a burrito made with cumin-scented rice and Gurkha chicken and wrapped in roti. Be warned: this burrito is the size of a football. While I enjoyed my Nepalito, I was already stuffed after my momo six-pack. Also, I felt like the Nepalito could've used a little more curry spice or some sort of chutney to kick up the flavor. It just felt a little dry for my taste. My total bill for lunch was just $16 + tax/tip. Bini's definitely falls into the Cheap Eats category. All in all, this lunch is a delicious change of pace, and I look forward to coming back soon and exploring more of their menu. read more

Great lunch take-out option in FiDi! The stand/booth is kind of behind the McKesson building on Market, definitely had to look for it. I came early (11:15) so no line. The menu is simple and straightforward, reasonably priced for FiDi. I tried the chicken combo and the food was still piping hot when I got back to my office up on Clay. Overall, the food was tasty and filling. The dough for the turkey momos were a little dry, and the filling quite bland. But that sauce over the momos were super delicious! I wouldn't have known that the filling were under-seasoned if I didn't randomly take a bite of the inside on its own. The rice was also on the dry side for my personal preference, but with the chicken and the sauce it was fine. If you are tired of sandos and salads for lunch, here is an awesome option! read more

Bini's Kitchen - Chicken combo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I ordered 2 vegetable dumplings, 2 turkey, & 4 lamb. Very delicious & filling, but I'd say the vegetable ones were probably my favorite which was surprising because I'm usually a carnivore. Ordered & got my food within 45 seconds, perfect spot for a quick work lunch. I definitely will be going back read more

Bini's Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I really stumbled upon this place by accident as I was looking for the Japanese sweets store so I knew I'd have to try it since it just screamed hole in the wall (moreso than any of the food trucks or carts actually do). I've come at 12 and at 1 and there's always a moderate amount of people here (I guess you could call it slow for lunch time in the Financial District), but my order is usually taken rather quickly and the food comes out just as fast. The cashier who takes orders is extremely friend and though I've taken my food on the go to eat by my office, it's just amazing. I'm currently fasting meat so I've ordered the vegetarian even though I really want to eat the lamb, but it's so flavorful that I don't even notice that there's no meat. Plus, for $8 for only momo vs the $12+ combo, you are getting a lot of food for the price especially in the Financial District. read more

I AM OBSESSED WITH THE MOMOS HERE !!! Conveniently located, small but great menu and delicious healthy wholesome food - what else does one really need ?! My only feedback - maybe stay open on the weekends so i can take people from out of town here :) :) My favorite are the Turkey momos, but the chicken curry and momos combo looks good on a SUPER HUnGRY day !!! gonna keep coming back for sure :) read more

What can I say about this place...? This is like a home away from home for me. I'm not joking, Words can't describe how I feel about this quaint little shop of delicacy. I spend more time here than I do at the gym. I eat here multiple times a week, for a couple years now. If you visit Bini's kitchen, odds are I will be there. Turkey Momo's (dumplings) - My favorite Lamb Momo's!!! - My 2nd Favorite / YOU HAVE TO TRY Chicken / Burrito - Mmm good, especially if you have a healthy appetite Veggie Momo's - tasty, lighter & I feel healthy when I get these They have a chili/soup, I've tried it, it's good / light, healthy tasting, I don't get it that often but that's because I love the dumplings so much, but it's a nice option MANGO LASSI - it's a beverage, just get it - thank me later The staff is super friendly and helpful. Shout-out to Sonu, she's my favy. The rice is hella good especially with the Orange sauce (I love you, Orange sauce!) and a little cilantro and chili flakes. And always remember, Mo Money - Mo Momo's. Gimme all the Momo's. I'd like to set up a hose that pumps Bini's Momos straight down my esophagus and into my belly. read more

Really friendly, conveniently located pop-up restaurant. Affordable option too if you consider the competition and also the hearty portion of food you get in any order. My favorite is the chicken curry and momo combo. It's really flavorful, mild spicy (heat), and filling. I've seen the workers interacting with others while waiting for my order to be filled and they are consistently pleasant and offer advice/suggestions when asked. Love it! read more

This little food stand is really well located - right on Market street and Montgomery. While I'm usually a HUGE fan of momos - the lamb and turkey momos didn't quite appeal to me. Traditionally, momos are made from chicken was I was a bit surprised to see that they didn't offer this variety at all. The girl at the counter is extremely sweet though - and she makes my day every time. The service is also super quick - try the masala chai! read more

Tried gorkha Chicken and momos combo and must say it was really good especially the momos. The line was short and the service was fast. read more

Bini's Kitchen - Gorkha Chicken + momos - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

My wife and I went to Bini's with a friend when we were going to SOMA. It is about a 14 minute walk straight down Howard from the museum. I had the chicken platter with lamb MoMos. The other two had the eggplant, one with vegetarian MoMos and the other with turkey MoMos. All dishes came with a delicious yellow rice. The chicken itself was a bit bland, but the sauce was wonderful. The eggplant is a better choice. I had a chance to try all three MoMos. All three were delicious. The cilantro sauce is a terrific addition. I liked the vegetarian one best, next the turkey, and then the lamb. I would be happy with just a lunch of MoMos. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. They are very proud of what they produce, as they should be. The food is very comforting and definitely feels like it is prepared as if you were a guest in their homes. The servings are very generous. You will definitely be taking half home for leftovers. BTW, if you like heat, try a little of the chilli crisp sauce that is in a small container on each table. Be careful as it is incendiary. But a little touch adds a complexity of flavor and spice. It tastes more complex than other Asian chilli crisp sauces. read more

This simple to check there is just a few things we will enjoy their Momos. Nothing fancy but very delicious and interesting flavors. read more

Bini's Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Their chicken curry and the rice pulao is my favorite combination! It is not too spicy, i love the fragrance and it is very satisfying. Recommended! read more

Brand new popular food truck turned brick and mortar outdoor food stand next to Montgomery Bart (talk about an ideal location). Nepalese food (where Mt Everest is located) is a mix of Indian and Asian (Chinese like) as it's central between both locations and the food clearly tastes like it. I got the $10 Gorkha combo (4 turkey dumplings with palao yellow rice and a unique chicken side that was similar to tikka masala). The MoMo dumplings, while a bit more unique than Chinese style, were just too dry. The flavor was solid, and had a nice yellow sauce (unknown flavors), but a bit currylike and a bit sweet and chipotle-like. 3 stars. Another tried pork (extra $2 upgrade) dumplings which were a bit juicier, but same hard textured shell. 3 stars. The tikka masala like gorkha chicken (add cilantra for free) is very good. Looks like Indian tikka, a bit more oil, but with less spice and more tangy flavors. Goes well over rice. 4 stars. The palao rice was just too dry. I'd try it again, esp with their upcoming Nepalises chicken burrito soon to come and the chicken gorkha by itself, but the dumplings are only so so. 3.5 stars. read more

I was pleasantly surprised by how good Bini's Kitchen was! I ordered the regular combo, which consists of their super moist and tender chicken curry and 4 momos, all for $10. Having never tried momos before, I was swept away and immediately feened for dumplings all week. The sauce that comes with the momos is delicious, too. Bini's is, hands down, the best bang for your buck that you can find all over the Financial District. I did a group order for an office lunch once, and needless to say, everyone loved it! read more

Amazing vegetarian food options. Also the veggie options are great. Nice momos in Fidi close to the workplace. Easy to pickup and go. It's more like a food truck standing near Montgomery Bart. The combo is quite filling. Jain options are available read more

Bini's KItchen officially opened as a B&M at McKesson Plaza, 1 Post St. in the little outbuilding that backs up against the McKesson building. Binita Pradhan brings most of her Off the Grid: Fort Mason menu (with a few additions) to the Montgomery BART station area. You'll find her signature momos (pork, turkey and vegetarian) at the humane price of $6-$8 for eight healthy-sized dumplings, vegetarian and gluten free Nepali curry (kwati) and Bini's poplular Gorkha chicken with pulao (Nepali rice). Wash it down with chai or a truly mavelous mango lasssi. read more

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I think this place is just average. While service was fast and efficient, the food left a lot to be desired. The veggie momos lacked flavor and without the sauce (which was tasty), it would be rather bland. The rice and soup were just okay and a little one-note. I don't really get the hype. It's not bad but not something to write home about either. They do get points for being conveniently located and having healthy veggie options though. Overall, it's not a must-try for me. read more

I was heading over to Ginto for sushi when I saw that there was a new ownership at this little pick up joint and decided to give it a try. It is now a Nepali/indian restaurant. Small menu which is cool, I got the chicken combo which comes with chicken curry, rice and dumplings. Given the limited menu, I was expecting that it was going to be awesome. It ended up being ok but not great. Don't think I will be back at least any time soon. read more

This Bini's Kitchen location is an adorable stand near Union Square, San Francisco that had two people working at the pop-up counter taking the orders and preparing the food. Highlights: - 8 dumps for $6 (up-charge for lamb, naturally) - combo plats with chicken curry and dumplings for $14 - super quick, most of the food is prepared for the day - friendly service If you're looking for a place to sit, there is a square in front of the stand and the building to take a seat. read more

Absolutely lovely and delicious. Such a homely place with friendly people. Super filling too. Never had a momo before and glad to try it from them. read more

I am definitely a fan of Bini's Kitchen! I'm so grateful that they opened up their little booth on market (1 Post Plz) to share some Nepalese goodness with San Francisco. Their menu selection is small but I love how they are keeping everything simple. If this is your first time trying out Bini's Kitchen, MoMo's are the way to go. MoMo's are dumplings and you can choose between pork, turkey, or vegetarian fillings. What really gives it a kick is the spicy tomato cilantro sauce that is served with them. SO GOOD! For my first order, I went with the Gorkha Chicken + MoMo combo. It was a deliciously satisfying amount of food and easy to eat. My co-workers tried the their burrito (basically everything in the combo wrapped up in tortilla). It is huge but messy and so they ended up eating it in a bowl with utensils. Staff is super friendly. Definitely recommend and will be back for more! read more

Bini's Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Finally tried out this small stand by my office. I got the Turkey momo and it's delicious! Perfect for lunch. I got my order within five minutes and the price is so appealing ($6 for 8) compared to other lunch spots in the area. read more

Bini's Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'm a huge fan of Nepalese cuisine. Bini's Kitchen is great for a quickie and top notch for food truck quality, but I think it could be better. I thought its MoMo's were too dry for my taste. But the Chicken with Momos combo was definitely a steal and more than enough food for me :) -- taste / 3 aesthetics / 3 vibe / 3 service / 3 price for quality / 3 OVERALL / 3 read more

Bini's Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I have tried food from their outlet as well as their catered food. Their stall on Market is decent and good for quick pick up. It is not a sit down restaurant but their service was good. Their dumplings were really yummy. The rice and curries packed good flavor without being excessively spicy. The tomato cilantro sauce was especially delicious and paired well with dumplings. I have seen people fond of Indian and Chinese cuisine, enjoy their style of preparation too. read more

Bini's Kitchen - It's a stall with 2 counters for ordering and picking up food. - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Delicious and cheap! Great for a lunch spot. This place doesn't have any seating area, more of a takeout window. read more

Amazing food and friendly staff. I got the combo with 4 veggie momos, rice and veggie bean chili and it was so tasty. Though at 13 dollars it's a bit pricey. read more

Bini's Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is a cheap-eats hidden GEM. Tucked behind the Montgomery St. Muni/Bart station and the McKesson Corp. building, this little place packs a punch. I work around the corner and have heard this place is good for a quick lunch on a budget. I stopped by today for lunch and was so excited to see what this place offered. They have a variety of menu options including delicious momo, "nepalito" nepalese burritos and other combo options. I ordered the Gorkha chicken + momo combo. It comes with turkey momo with a tomato/cilantro sauce, rice and the gorkha curry chicken. Pricetag came out to be $10 + tax/tip. Served tight in a to-go box because there is no seating immediately associated with the hole-in-the-wall shack. I waited no more than 5 minutes for my order and headed back to the office where the food was still piping hot. The food was very flavorful. For the price, its right on point. i think the momo could be steamed a bit more for added tenderness, but it was still delicious and (IMHO) the highlight of the meal. The Gorkha chicken was also delicious and tender. Rice was a tad bit stale, but can't complain too much. Overall, a great lunch spot if you work in FiDi/SoMa/Montgomery area. read more

This review is for the momos only. There aren't that many places you can get these specific dumplings. They are good. All of them! They are reasonably priced and are fresh! read more

Huge fan of these Himalayan dumplings = momos! They have the lamb momos back, and the turkey ones are also super good. I crave these almost every day! I could eat 100 of them easily. read more

Bini's Kitchen is a small indoor stand tucked away in the side of a building. When ordering, you can peer into the entire place. I have tried the lamb, turkey, and veggie momos. Everything is premade and kept in a metal container and when you order, they put 8 momos in a foil lined to go box and scoop some spicy tomato cilantro sauce on top. The sauce is bombbbb and I usually ask for extra. The lamb momos were too gamey for my taste but the turkey ones are perfect! The veggie ones are good too but they are less juicy... I would recommend the turkey if you are a meat eater. The part of the wrapper that is pinched and thicker and is sometimes not fully cooked but that never bothers me. read more

I love love love Bini's Kitchen turkey momo's - so flavorful and filing with their tomato sauce with a little kick to it and very reasonably priced! I go here every chance I get when I'm working in the area. I also enjoy the mango lassi (smooth, just sweet enough, filling and satisfying), and I recently had their chai tea (yum, refreshing and lovely). Such friendly service makes lunching their the perfect experience. I can't wait to come back again very soon! read more