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We grabbed an 8-piece lamb momo dumpling order. Overall, I would give it a solid C+ (slightly above average) on a taste scale. The dumpling skins were pretty thick, so a bit chewy for my liking. Though this likely made it easier to keep the momos very juicy. The sauce was nice, but a bit too overwhelming. It made it difficult to taste the lamb. Actually, never was able to fully appreciate the innards because the sauce and thick skin overwhelmed every bite. But it was still nice.
Bini's Kitchen is one of the staple food trucks at the Saturday Ferry Building Farmers' Market, serving primarily Nepalese momos. It's pretty popular, so I was excited to finally give them a try! I got the Lamb Momos, as it was the only option they had left at the end of the market. It was $14 for 8 sizable momos, they don't skimp on the filling, and I got lucky that day because I got 10! That was a welcome surprise, like finding forgotten cash in your pocket. Overall, the momos were delicious! There was a generous amount of meat in each one, and the sauce added a nice layer of additional salt and flavor. My only qualm is that the wrapper would tear apart when I picked up a momo, so I'd eat them by popping the meat filling and quickly following with the wrapper. Not a huge deal, especially because they package things well and provide utensils, but it did make things slightly harder to eat and slightly less enjoyable. I wonder if momos from earlier in the day would have this same problem; I would be willing to test that out because, again, they were still great! To top it off, I felt the service was fast and the people were nice. I would recommend Bini's Kitchen as a fun and unique farmers' market eat!
solid nepalese food from the farmer's market! the chicken was beautifully seasoned and cooked - perfectly juicy and soft paired with the curry and rice. the dumplings were also quite yummy! the service was standard and ambiance was nice at the farmer's market. for the price point at $19, this is a fair amount of food but i do feel like farmer's market vendors always upcharge a bit. overall, i'd recommend if you're in the area or craving some indian or nepalese food.
One of the better deals with the combo being enough food for one hangry or two hungries w/room for dessert from other vendors to enjoy at the Saturday farmers market. Helpful service, food is delish, fresh, steaming hot and filling; date-night breath friendly (not overly seasoned or spicy). Tables to sit nearby. Their two store locations are walking distance to try them at other times
Found them in the farmer's market by the ferry building and we wanted some dumplings in the morning. Hot dumplings were perfect for a normal windy morning in SF. They have 2 options for momos: lamb and turkey but we got turkey. Their momos are bigger than most of momos I've ever had before. The sauce was good and they didn't give you enough sauce (per my opinion). Worth to try if you ever want some Nepalese dumplings/momos
If you're looking for a delicious and comforting meal on a chilly, overcast day in SF, Bini Kitchen's momos and Nepali vegetarian chili hit the spot. I found myself in this exact situation on a Saturday afternoon at the Ferry Building farmers' market, so I ordered the veggie momo and chili plate. The momos were succulent, flavorful, and downright delicious. The vegetarian chili was also amazing - it contains a variety of beans bathed in a richly spiced-sauce (similar to daal but with more texture from the beans and different spices). The veggie plate was very filling, and I have already decided that I will be back to order this again soon.
This hit the SPOT. Was hungry and this plate (with lamb, rice, and dumplings) had flavor AND substance. I really enjoyed the food - and it came piping hot. Would recommend if you're at the Farmers Market. The plate came out to be around $16.
Delicious momos with a little bit of spice. We all miss the classic street food from 15+ months ago, and now we get a chance to get a taste of it. I highly recommend the lamb mom's. Super juicy. The mixed spices aren't overwhelming. The staff are friendly and they are quick. The only issue is parking is difficult. I would suggest to arrive by bus/BART. Lines aren't really an issue except during that one "lunch hour"...but I usually don't show up during that time. They tend to sell out of certain items, so be there early for certain popular things (i.e. lamb momos)
I wish there was an option to give 100 stars. I was here yesterday to enjoy the weather, scenery, and people-watching at The Ferry Building when I stumbled upon this place. The weather was hot. I was sweaty and I felt uncomfortable but melting away as I was enjoying my lunch was definitely worth it. Lines were long but it moved pretty fast. Accepts cards which is awesome. I still can't understand "cash only" policies at some other places. I wanted to order everything but decided to go w/ their combo plate ($13.99) to have a taste of their rice, chicken, and dumplings (momo's). A very heavy meal but nothing existed in my mind when I was eating this other than if I should order a plate of this to-go. The dumplings were juicy, flavorful. The rice was fluffy and super fragrant. The chicken was tender. I simply loved this plate so much that I wouldn't mind marrying it. I'm going back up there in 2 weeks for this. If you are at The Ferry Building on Saturday, check this place out!!! I am hoping I will be strong enough to eat half and bring the other half home for the following day.
Food / Taste: - Turkey Momo - I've never had Nepalese food before, and this did not disappoint. They reminded me of the Taiwanese Xiao Long Bao and Chiense Dumplings, with their own unique twist! I was walking around the farmer's market and I saw this cute stand. It was flavorful, and warmed me up in the cold weather. The sauce was also very good; it added a tang to the dish. Presentation: Nothing fancy; this was at the farmer's market. It was a paper bowl. Decor and Ambience: They were selling a bustling farner's market. Parking: There are metered parking nearby.
I had never had Nepalese cuisine before but I had a few places on my list to try and visit while I was in San Fran. This was not one of them but their booth caught my eye when I was walking by at the Saturday morning farmers market. I had noticed a lot of people walking around with the MOMOs. I love dumplings of all kinds so I thought I would give them a try. Unfortunately the Buy two get a Mango Lassi sign threw me off and I did not see that they had the choice of Lamb on their menu and I ordered the Turkey MOMO. They were good but I can imagine the lamb being better. I wouldn't say the turkey ones were anything special. Not under spiced but not rich in flavor either. But to be honest, what can you expect from ground turkey? For me, it was average and the sauce on top neither added or took away from my overall opinion of the dish. I probably would not go back and order the Turkey but I would give the lamb ones a chance.
Not many Nepalese options around town, so it's a nice treat to have it offered at the Ferry Building Farmers' Market. I don't really have much Nepalese cuisine experience to benchmark against, but I do know I like the food served here. Also, $10 for a hearty combo seems like quite a reasonable price given the much more expensive food stand options nearby. Jerra Rice: Fluffy and tender without the grains sticking together. Wasn't as heavy on the cumin seed as I'd like, but still tasty. Gurkha Chicken: Lots of tender dark meat chicken in a curry sauce that seemed to have a little bit of coconut too. More creamy than spicy. Turkey Momos: The dense meat center and thick dough wrapping make momos so hearty. Also, love the vibrant pepper sauce on top; such a nice departure from soy/vinegar based dumpling sauces.
Lots of vegan options! There was not a long crazy line - which is always a plus! I will come back to try more stuff, I liked the momos!
Omg! How have I not had this ever? Hands down probably the best dumplings Ive ever had. I ordered the 8 piece lamb Momo and did not share (lol). The momo's were soft and juicy. But what makes it stand out is that curry sauce. It does have a slight kick, but I can eat this everyday. Bini's is at the Ferry building during farmers market from 8-2pm. I was actually surprised that the line wasn't intense as the other places. But worked out for me because I was starving. Quick order and wait time, probably around 3-5 mins. 8 dumplings and water came to around $25 with tip. Well worth it, so good I got the same thing at OSL! You definitely have a new regular! 5 all the way! read more
I stopped by Bini's Kitchen's booth outside the Ferry Building during the Saturday Farmers Market and ordered a combination lamb momo and chicken curry over rice for $21.72. There was only one other order ahead of mine and it took about five minutes to prepare my order. This is the first time I've had Himalayan dumplings and I loved how juicy these were. The meat inside was seasoned well and the dumpling wrapper was the perfect thickness. The dumplings definitely reminded me of Chinese xiaolongbaos. The chicken used in the curry was fork tender and the curry poured over the rice was hearty. Portion size is pretty good for the price. Unless you have a giant appetite and come starving, you will certainly find the combo plate to be very filling. Overall, I found Bini's Kitchen to be one of the better food spots in the Farmers Market to check out -- would recommend! read more
7 months ago
We grabbed an 8-piece lamb momo dumpling order. Overall, I would give it a solid C+ (slightly above average) on a taste scale. The dumpling skins were pretty thick, so a bit chewy for my liking. Though this likely made it easier to keep the momos very juicy. The sauce was nice, but a bit too overwhelming. It made it difficult to taste the lamb. Actually, never was able to fully appreciate the innards because the sauce and thick skin overwhelmed every bite. But it was still nice. read more
Bini's Kitchen is one of the staple food trucks at the Saturday Ferry Building Farmers' Market, serving primarily Nepalese momos. It's pretty popular, so I was excited to finally give them a try! I got the Lamb Momos, as it was the only option they had left at the end of the market. It was $14 for 8 sizable momos, they don't skimp on the filling, and I got lucky that day because I got 10! That was a welcome surprise, like finding forgotten cash in your pocket. Overall, the momos were delicious! There was a generous amount of meat in each one, and the sauce added a nice layer of additional salt and flavor. My only qualm is that the wrapper would tear apart when I picked up a momo, so I'd eat them by popping the meat filling and quickly following with the wrapper. Not a huge deal, especially because they package things well and provide utensils, but it did make things slightly harder to eat and slightly less enjoyable. I wonder if momos from earlier in the day would have this same problem; I would be willing to test that out because, again, they were still great! To top it off, I felt the service was fast and the people were nice. I would recommend Bini's Kitchen as a fun and unique farmers' market eat! read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
solid nepalese food from the farmer's market! the chicken was beautifully seasoned and cooked - perfectly juicy and soft paired with the curry and rice. the dumplings were also quite yummy! the service was standard and ambiance was nice at the farmer's market. for the price point at $19, this is a fair amount of food but i do feel like farmer's market vendors always upcharge a bit. overall, i'd recommend if you're in the area or craving some indian or nepalese food. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
One of the better deals with the combo being enough food for one hangry or two hungries w/room for dessert from other vendors to enjoy at the Saturday farmers market. Helpful service, food is delish, fresh, steaming hot and filling; date-night breath friendly (not overly seasoned or spicy). Tables to sit nearby. Their two store locations are walking distance to try them at other times read more
Found them in the farmer's market by the ferry building and we wanted some dumplings in the morning. Hot dumplings were perfect for a normal windy morning in SF. They have 2 options for momos: lamb and turkey but we got turkey. Their momos are bigger than most of momos I've ever had before. The sauce was good and they didn't give you enough sauce (per my opinion). Worth to try if you ever want some Nepalese dumplings/momos read more
If you're looking for a delicious and comforting meal on a chilly, overcast day in SF, Bini Kitchen's momos and Nepali vegetarian chili hit the spot. I found myself in this exact situation on a Saturday afternoon at the Ferry Building farmers' market, so I ordered the veggie momo and chili plate. The momos were succulent, flavorful, and downright delicious. The vegetarian chili was also amazing - it contains a variety of beans bathed in a richly spiced-sauce (similar to daal but with more texture from the beans and different spices). The veggie plate was very filling, and I have already decided that I will be back to order this again soon. read more
5 years ago
This hit the SPOT. Was hungry and this plate (with lamb, rice, and dumplings) had flavor AND substance. I really enjoyed the food - and it came piping hot. Would recommend if you're at the Farmers Market. The plate came out to be around $16. read more
Delicious momos with a little bit of spice. We all miss the classic street food from 15+ months ago, and now we get a chance to get a taste of it. I highly recommend the lamb mom's. Super juicy. The mixed spices aren't overwhelming. The staff are friendly and they are quick. The only issue is parking is difficult. I would suggest to arrive by bus/BART. Lines aren't really an issue except during that one "lunch hour"...but I usually don't show up during that time. They tend to sell out of certain items, so be there early for certain popular things (i.e. lamb momos) read more
I wish there was an option to give 100 stars. I was here yesterday to enjoy the weather, scenery, and people-watching at The Ferry Building when I stumbled upon this place. The weather was hot. I was sweaty and I felt uncomfortable but melting away as I was enjoying my lunch was definitely worth it. Lines were long but it moved pretty fast. Accepts cards which is awesome. I still can't understand "cash only" policies at some other places. I wanted to order everything but decided to go w/ their combo plate ($13.99) to have a taste of their rice, chicken, and dumplings (momo's). A very heavy meal but nothing existed in my mind when I was eating this other than if I should order a plate of this to-go. The dumplings were juicy, flavorful. The rice was fluffy and super fragrant. The chicken was tender. I simply loved this plate so much that I wouldn't mind marrying it. I'm going back up there in 2 weeks for this. If you are at The Ferry Building on Saturday, check this place out!!! I am hoping I will be strong enough to eat half and bring the other half home for the following day. read more
8 years ago
Food / Taste: - Turkey Momo - I've never had Nepalese food before, and this did not disappoint. They reminded me of the Taiwanese Xiao Long Bao and Chiense Dumplings, with their own unique twist! I was walking around the farmer's market and I saw this cute stand. It was flavorful, and warmed me up in the cold weather. The sauce was also very good; it added a tang to the dish. Presentation: Nothing fancy; this was at the farmer's market. It was a paper bowl. Decor and Ambience: They were selling a bustling farner's market. Parking: There are metered parking nearby. read more
I had never had Nepalese cuisine before but I had a few places on my list to try and visit while I was in San Fran. This was not one of them but their booth caught my eye when I was walking by at the Saturday morning farmers market. I had noticed a lot of people walking around with the MOMOs. I love dumplings of all kinds so I thought I would give them a try. Unfortunately the Buy two get a Mango Lassi sign threw me off and I did not see that they had the choice of Lamb on their menu and I ordered the Turkey MOMO. They were good but I can imagine the lamb being better. I wouldn't say the turkey ones were anything special. Not under spiced but not rich in flavor either. But to be honest, what can you expect from ground turkey? For me, it was average and the sauce on top neither added or took away from my overall opinion of the dish. I probably would not go back and order the Turkey but I would give the lamb ones a chance. read more
Not many Nepalese options around town, so it's a nice treat to have it offered at the Ferry Building Farmers' Market. I don't really have much Nepalese cuisine experience to benchmark against, but I do know I like the food served here. Also, $10 for a hearty combo seems like quite a reasonable price given the much more expensive food stand options nearby. Jerra Rice: Fluffy and tender without the grains sticking together. Wasn't as heavy on the cumin seed as I'd like, but still tasty. Gurkha Chicken: Lots of tender dark meat chicken in a curry sauce that seemed to have a little bit of coconut too. More creamy than spicy. Turkey Momos: The dense meat center and thick dough wrapping make momos so hearty. Also, love the vibrant pepper sauce on top; such a nice departure from soy/vinegar based dumpling sauces. read more
8 years ago
I tried the momos! We got an order of both turkey & lamb. They're really quick to get their food out! Both were great but lamb was definitely the best because of the juiciness and the added bits of veggies. The tomato sauce pairs well and the dumpling wrapper was really soft. read more
Nepalese food might not be the first thing you'd expect to find at a Farmer's Market, but at the Ferry Building on Saturdays, Bini's is definitely one of the most interesting options! If there's only one thing you have to try, it's the momos, which are Nepalese steamed dumplings. You can get a combo set that comes with all three of their fillings--the veggie was stuffed with cabbage and tofu; the lamb was super juicy and gamey; and they even had turkey momos, which were delicious as well! The skin on each dumpling had just the right amount of texture and thickness, but the absolute best part of this dish was the sweet-spicy chili tomato sauce that was drizzled onto the dumplings! Delicious! read more
5 years ago
Authentic home cooking here from a Nepalese family here. I haven't met them personally but I want to after that Gurka Chicken!! It reminded me of Belizean Stew chicken and is surely a labor of love. Realllllllly good stuff, and the mango lassi was great too haha :) read more
3.5 stars We had a meal catered from Bini's Kitchen, including the following: - Gurkha Chicken - Pork Choila - Baigun Bharta (eggplant) - Spinach and Mustard Greens - Jeera Brown Rice Overall, it was good not great. Chicken was very tender - it fell apart when you touched it (in the best way) - but the sauce was so muted and bland; it came to life after I dumped an entire pepper shaker on it. Pork tasted like Chinese BBQ ribs (same tough chewy texture and tanginess). Rice was undercooked but had great flavour. Eggplant was too sweet and mushy. Most raved about dish was the creamed spinach. Everyone was talking about it, and it was definitely good! read more
2 years ago
If you don't get the food, at least get the mango lassi. It's refreshing and fulfilling. Especially if the Farmer's Market starts getting too hot, you won't regret it. If you do get food, I recommend the lamb momo. The lamb is well prepared and not overly powerful in flavor. It's accompanied by a nice creamy, light spicy, sauce. I love the wrapping, it's like a mochi dumpling. My only complaint, the momos should be served much hotter. I'm used to my dumplings fresh and still steaming. read more
Wow! I tried Bini's Kitchen at the Ferry Building in SF. I wasn't sure what it was, but my cousins got the momos so I followed suit. I got 8 lamb momos for $10, which are a Nepalese dumpling with spices in a tomato sauce. So good!! The serving looks small, but the fact that it is basically tons of meat in a dumpling was super filling. 8 momos was plenty! The lamb was tender and delicious. The spices and tomato sauce were sooo good and kept the dumplings moist without having to use things like soy sauce or hot sauce for flavor. I would for sure recommend trying Bini's and getting the momos! Fast, filling, and tasty. read more
6 years ago
9 years ago
Vegan/Vegetarian Review: 4.5/5 This place is very underrated at the farmer's market, and it's a shame. My geographically- challenged self thought Nepal food was more South East Asian-inspired (because of the people's appearance), but when I saw Lassi (Indian yogurt drink) on the menu, my mind was blown haha. So I became curious about the cuisine and was determined to try out their Momos or dumplings We got: 1 order of half Vegan (veggie) and half Bison Momos for ~$8 Veggie Momos - 5/5 Made with simple ingredients (cabbage & carrots) with a vegan spiced chutney - like sauce. While simple and humble in appearance, don't let it fool you as it's full of flavor and very addicting. Bison Momos - 4/5 The bf also enjoyed his bison momos and said although it was gamey as expected, it wasn't dry and the sauce gave it a nice kick. The reason I could not round up to a 5 star rating, is because the pricing is a bit steep, for 6 dumplings that use simple ingredients (at least speaking on behalf of the veggie), as well lack of common courtesy/ etiquette. I explicitly said I was vegan, yet they the server placed both momos on the same tray. I'm not one to complain, but I thought I'd mention the slight ignorance in this type of action. Note: I ordered the veggie momos based on other yelpers who claimed this dish was vegan. Upon my excitement with the new surrounding (tourist from LA), I had forgotten to double check for myself. I'm lactose intolerant, yet did not have any stomach issues after eating them (for what it's worth) Nonetheless, we definitely recommend this dish if you're visiting during Farmer's Market hours, just to try something different and delicious! read more
On a cool Saturday morning in January, my eyes caught this new stand along the south driveway area, near the side entrance to Sur La Table. As I walked over and studied their sample plates, my palate told me to order the plate of food, but my appetite, with it being about 8:30 am, told me otherwise. As a result, I ordered a plate of their steamed dumplings with turkey (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=7Sf24prY2ruHoviFEAKt4g&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q), a vegetarian version is also offered here. It was packed nicely and easy to carry for my post shopping breakfast. Let's just say that, after my summer trip to Asia, the bar for dumplings has risen to likely unreachable heights. Perhaps, that's why these dumplings were just okay in my book. The skin is on the thicker side, the filling didn't really stand out flavor wise, and the sauce that topped them didn't really add much to it... maybe it's just me. This was my first Nepalese or Himalayan cuisine experience so I cannot judge its authenticity. Whenever I hear the name Nepal, I harken back to Eddie Murphy blurting, "Viva Nepal!" in that cinematic classic "The Golden Child". The two guys who manned the booth were enthusiastic, bright eyed, and bushy tail which can be challenging on a foggy weekend morning by the water. I will try their other selections on my next visit. read more
I'm obsessed. OBSESSED. I stopped by on a whim to grab something quick and found Bini's stall. They're located at the Farmer's Market on the side of the Ferry Building by Sur La Table. There was a short line, but it moved quick. And while the combo plates looked SO GOOD, I opted instead for just a Mango Lassi ($3) and Turkey Momos ($6 for 8). Honestly, some of the BEST Momos that I've ever had outside of Asia. SO JUICY, packed with flavor, very hearty, and so cheap! And in addition to the Turkey, they also have Lamb and Veggie/Tofu. FYI - if you're unfamiliar with Momos: they're bite-size Nepali/Tibetan dumplings filled with meat and veggies that look like Xiao Long Bao (Shanghai soup dumplings). They're not soup-y inside like XLB, though the veggie/meat filling is JUICY, and the dumpling skin is a little thicker. They're served often with a spicy tomato-cilantro sauce, and Bini's version of this sauce is DELICIOUS (actually her's is not spicy at all, though I sorta wished it was, but it was so delicious anyway I didn't even mind). I will definitely, definitely, definitely be back! YUMMmmMMm...momo. read more
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9 years ago
Tried the turkey dumplings on a Saturday at the ferry building, so delicious and flavorful. I can't wait to try other items on the menu. read more
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