I had a lovely dinner at Darjeeling Kitchen & Cafe and I am certainly looking forward to my next visit. The restaurant felt homey and I could tell there were many regulars and other return visitors, for good reason! Ordered: Masala Chai ($4.50)- this tasted authentic, was nicely spiced, and wasn't too sweet. I only wish the cup was bigger. Steamed momo ($12+)- I like how you have the option to mix and match. We ordered the mixed vegetable and the oyster mushroom and surprisingly I much preferred the oyster mushroom variety. The mixed vegetable momo tasted more earthy to me. Himalayan rice set ($20.5)- this was a very nice assortment- there was rice, lentil dal, your protein of choice- (I chose beef brisket), stir fried cabbage, broccoli rabe, pickled vegetables and crisp flatbread. The only downside in my opinion was that the brisket wasn't too tender and I didn't love the beef flavoring or preparation. The rest of the items were so delicious! I've been thinking about this meal ever since I left the restaurant. You don't want to skip this place. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Steamed Momo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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I had high hopes from this place since it was pretty busy when I walked in and the pictures looked amazing. I was disappointed. I just feel like the flavors could have been better on everything I got. I had one dish that the The chili chicken was sweet and spicy but it wasn't particularly better than any other spicy chicken I ever had. The jhol momo tasted cheesy which was unexpected and didn't go with the sauce or broth. The roti was more tortilla sized n pretty flat. Maybe that's just authentic to Tibetan cuisine. The empanada things were fine. read more

Really lovely. Walked in as a group of 4 at around 12pm on a Saturday and sat immediately, though it did get and stay busy shortly after. The staff was incredibly kind and did not rush is out at all, we were able to chat and linger. The food is flavorful, a little spicy, and well-portioned. Two of us had the Himalayan Farmer's breakfast (available until 2pm) - I'd def go roti over puri next time but both were tasty. Our resident vegetarian enjoyed her Nepali Thali and the chow mein was spicy and savory. We had vegetable jhol momo for the table which were enough to share and a crowd favorite. The space and food felt cozy. This was a total hit with my out-of-borough friends and I'll definitely be back. With a 25% tip it was $30 per person. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Himalayan Farmer's breakfast (open-2am) with egg over easy and puri - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

This place rules. Walked in on a Saturday night and there was no wait, but it filled up at around 7 PM. Pani puri and Beef Jhol momo were both amazing. Also liked the steamed oyster mushroom momo. Will be back - I want to try more potato apps and soups next time! read more

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My group of 16 was able to get started as we came in early. Staff was super friendly. Food was good. I had the chilli mono and let me tell you they were SPICY. Don't order it if you can't take the spice. read more

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This is exactly what I wanted. Something, different, flavorful, and tastes good. Aloodum. A little kick to it but I can handle a lot more spicy than this. 4.5/5 Tibetan Style Gyathuk. Broth was good. 5/5 Rildok. Added ground beef for $3. Also, added side of steam bun to soak up the sauce. Everyone's favorite. 5/5 Himalayan Rice set. Got the beef. 5/5 This place will be popular for quite some time read more

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We passed by and noticed the place was packed to the brim, so we had to try it. Inside, it truly felt like a home away from home, with heart-warming food and an amazing story behind it. The food is simply good, authentic Nepalese cuisine. My favorite dish is the beef Nepali Thali - plated like tapas, and the flavors are absolutely addictive. The momos are incredibly moist and cooked to perfection. If you're willing to branch out and try a new type of cuisine, this spot is great for your heart, your stomach, and your wallet. Bonus is all their food is kosher and have gluten free options! read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - interior - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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New things: - the ayurvedic tea didn't have as much flavor as I thought it'd have, wouldn't get it again - the salmon thali is the best thing I've had here. The salmon is tender and works so well with the curry. - the beef jhol momo: this is better than the shrimp, not sure I quite like it though but I prefer other types of dumplings over momos - Roti: not worth it, small and harder than I'd like. - tingmo: the steamed bun is much better, softer, and easier to use to soak up the different dishes - rildok: this is more spicy than you'd expect! Good taste and the fufu is nicer than I'd had elsewhere - similar to a mochi chewiness. read more

SERVICE - located in queens between Astoria and Long Island city - quaint interior with limited seating that can get full during busier times - tables good for smaller or mid sized groups - ambiance suitable for a semi casual meal - servers are very respectful and attentive without being overburdening - food served relatively quickly MENU - homestyle Nepali food - vegan/vegetarian options available - average price FOOD - jhol momo (9/10): nine pieces of steamed vegetable momos on a bed of creamy tomato sauce with a side of chili oil. This was one of the more popular dishes. It can either serve as an entree for one person or a shareable between a few people. There were a few options for the filling but we chose to go with the basic mixed vegetable. I loved how plump the momos were with the amount of spinach inside. The jhol was light and slightly tangy, almost acting like a chutney that coated the entire momo. The chili oil adds the right amount of heat to make the dish spicy and comforting. - vegetable thali (9/10): rice, papad, dal, two types of pickle, fried karela, cabbage, broccoli, and mushrooms. When I think of a dish that reminds me of home, this is it. It was just the right amount of each component to where I was satisfied but not stuffed at the end of the meal. The dal was light and mildly spiced with cumin and turmeric, which paired well with the tangy pickle. The vegetable curry was creamy and had cubes of sweet potato for texture and additional flavor. The only thing that I was not a huge fan of was the mushrooms as I thought they could have used more seasoning. Otherwise, a very balanced and comforting meal. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! It was a cozy small business with very flavorful food. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Vegetable jhol momo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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If you want a warm hug or some really great comforting food, you have to come here. The Shabhaley with the two different sauces, SO GOOD. Jhol Momo with any filling, also SO GOOD. (Ask for the two different chili sauces to pair with momos). All the curries, amazing. We always order way too much food (and manage to finish it all) because the dishes I mentioned are so good. I even ate Darjeeling Kitchen 3x in 10 days when we first discovered this restaurant! With the cold weather here, excited to go back again! read more

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It's a nice momo cafe off of the 36th avenue N train station. It's just one block away from the trains and the outside decor with the lights is very beautiful at night. You cannot miss this restaurant with the lights dangling off the windows. The place inside has nice chairs with cushions. Very nice indoor decor. Very dark inside. So I came here at 9pm when it was closed. Surprisingly the doors were still opened when it was closed. Luckily the staff was really nice for me to get a takeout of steamed vegetable momos when their kitchen was closing. The steamed vegetable momos were really tasty and fresh. It was burning hot when I had them. They were in a brown paper container box. read more

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We had a really nice dinner at Darjeeling Café in Astoria with my husband and son. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. We tried the beef momo, Himalaya curry with chicken, and the Nepali thali. The beef momo were crispy and flavorful, the Himalaya curry was cozy and full of flavor, and the Nepali thali had a great mix of dishes -- I especially loved the lentil soup and the curry with a little spicy kick. The prices were very reasonable, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Such a great neighborhood spot -- we'll definitely be coming back! read more

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I can't explain how much I adore this spot It has everything to it, delicious food, complete menu, amazing service and the perfect set up to feel welcome ! The servers and the cooks are always listening to your feedback, which makes the place more cozy and enjoyable! Definitely a place to keep and make it your regular! Food was delicious, we asked for something less spicy and they were able to accommodate in every aspect our meal! read more

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Came here with a friend for lunch and we ordered the Kothey momos and vegetarian thali, and tried the iced chai. The chai I surprisingly loved as it comes unsweetened, which is hard to find these days! The kothey momos were good, but smaller than typical momos I've had and the filling kept slipping out of the wrapper. The thali however was delicious and I would definitely come back to try their chicken varieties. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Vegetarian thali - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Visited this place on Saturday for dinner, before, I went to get lunch on Monday and they were closed. I had checked hours on yelp and turns out the hours listed is wrong. The place on first glance was nice and lively. The server was really nice , he quickly made a table available for us . The water was served right away. We ordered few items from the menu. Starting with Thali , it was plain simple(homemade), it tasted like regular thali we cook at home except for the curry. It was very heavy because of the cream. Momo was juicy and tasted good . The disappointment was aloodum , it was not what we expected. The best thing on the menu for us was definitely rildok.The masala chai was also very good. The service was great. I'd definitely come back for rildok and chai. Do give this place a visit. read more

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A cute cozy spot with delicious, homey momos and other great dishes! The Darjeeling Jhol is a popular menu item - momos in a flavorful broth called Jhol - but unfortunately, I was not able to have due to allergies - a lot of tables around us ordered this but we didn't miss out too much! The steamed chicken momos were so juicy and flavorful and we especially enjoyed them with the two sauces - one tomato sauce and one cilantro-based spicy sauce. But the standout for me was the Shabhaley - savory, flavorful juicy beef patties in a deep fried coating. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Shabhaley - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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a very special place that introduces tibetan food in a way that feels like a home cooked meal just for you. it seems to get pretty busy even on weekdays now but the staff work hard and were kind enough to take the time to make sure our chilli momo were the perfect level of spice. portions will definitely fill you up especially the gyathuk. vibes are comfortable not fancy but still inviting. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - tibetan style gyathuk - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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So incredibly grateful that an amazing Nepali place has opened up in Astoria! Darjeeling Kitchen & Cafe is a fantastic dining experience off the beaten path of Nepali restaurants. The owners and staff are so hospitable and the food is unforgettable! The jhol momo is filled with flavor and spice. We tried one of each the first time we went and really loved the shrimp and oyster mushroom options (which you don't often see on menus). They have great veg options and we especially enjoyed the pakora and shabhaley appetizers that came out hot and crispy. They take their spices seriously and will give you a ghost pepper chutney that is a specialty of the Darjeeling region. What really makes this place stand out is how they integrate the regional cuisine of Darjeeling, India with traditional Nepali dishes. I'm really excited to go back and see how their menu expands! Be sure to make a reservation, they get super busy especially in the evenings! read more

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Great momos with a NYT top 2025 food item (Rildok), which is a Sherpa soup with a tomato-bluccheese based broth with fufu! Definitley fusion like, but very enjoyable. Be warned - it has a kick. Would come back, so nice. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

Delightful new restaurant in the neighborhood serving up some of the tastiest food on 36th Ave. Came in for dinner on Mother's Day and had a great time. The place was popping but my companion and I managed to land a two-top by the door. We started with an order of vegetable kothey momos, the fried version of this classic dumpling dish. Eight pieces to the order, each with a crispy bottom and packed full of veggies. We demolished these, quickly running out of the spicy green and robust red sauces. Next time, I'm interested in trying the chicken momos in broth. The aloodum came next. This potato dish is huge and flavorful. Spices abound, and it has a bit of heat to it, though very manageable. We enjoyed mopping up the sauce with roti. Instant hit. The centerpiece of our meal was the Darjeeling Style Thukpa, a beef noodle soup loaded with cilantro, red onions, and ground beef. The noodles were reminiscent of spaghetti, easy to swirl up big forkfuls. The broth was rich and flavorful, and really shone after a couple shakes of salt. The overall flavor profile was similar to pho but the mouthfeel is entirely different. I didn't know what to expect when I ordered this but it made me feel right at home. Prices are fair and the service was good, though it did get pretty busy. I also liked the decor and ambiance inside. Darjeeling made a great first impression and I'm happy to have them on the block. I look forward to visiting again sometime soon. read more

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Incredible new halal spot with some of the BEST momos I've tried (and I've had quite a few). Auntie is cheffing it up with home recipes and she's quite the cook. I was nervous the Jhol momo would have a super nutty forward flavor but it was super delicate and light which I LOVED. Packed with meat and beautiful dough. The Himalayan breakfast came with channa and aloo and a choice of roti or poori. The poori was very different to its south Asian counterpart and was fluffy and thick. The beef patties were also amazing and the sauces it came with were packed full of flavor. Amazing service, great ambiance, and super laid back chill spot with a good amount of seating. A gem of a spot. read more

Wow, wow, wow. Look no further. This place deserves all the stars. DELICIOUS flavors, great prices for the portions, nice clean and cozy vibe instead and remarkable staff. They were so so kind. Asian owned, female owned, first generation restaurant!! We were so excited to try and will be recommending this spot to all our friends. I'm embarrassingly not good with spice and I was crying and chugging water from accidentally eating a chili pepper, and our server was kind enough to bring me YOGURT from one of the employees to ease my pain HAHAHAH! So kind and thoughtful. read more

What an amazing unique experience! First time trying Tibetan food, I loved it all! The shrimp momos were amazing with flavorful sauce and had the fish Nepali Thali with the little side dishes & absolutely loved the lentil soup. Also had the tumeric ginger hot tea, very heartwarming meal. The staff was amazing, friendly and do recommend making reservations! read more

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First time trying Tibetan food. It's a cozy restaurant. We ordered a few different items, vegeterian and non veg. Everything was delicious. read more

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Absolutely loved the food here. And the service was awesome. The vegetable thali was so great and a good portion of food. The masala chai they make there was absolutely delicious. Would definitely recommend!! read more

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It was a cute little restaurant, small and cozy. Every table was filled the night we went. The food was delicious. It was on the pricier side but I always appreciate finding a good halal restaurant. read more

Went here on a Wednesday night and got a seat with no wait. We got all the momos, beef noodle soup, and the beef rolls (forgot the name). The noodles were ok but the momos and the beef rolls were definitely great. It's a pretty cozy place so it's a nice place to eat dinner on a cold nyc night. read more

The cutest, sweetest little lunch spot/cafe! And the owner is so hospitable and friendly! I came in with a friend and we got our little cozy corner by the window to enjoy hot tea and lunch. The ayurvedic kadha tea was intensely spice, but just what I needed and expected. The star of the show (lunch) was the Rildok. Don't let the phrase 'blue cheese' turn you off bc (and I hate blue cheese) this broth was so deeply flavorful in a tomato-base kind of way. So delicious. I wish I could have ordered another bowl of this (we got too much food). Jhol momos were also heartwarmingly satisfying. Finally, we had an order of the Nepali Thali. I've had plenty of thali before, and this one was so delicately put together with the right amounts of vegetables and fish. The papad was so thin and crispy - just perfect. If I lived nearby, I would be here so often! The vibe is immaculate - calm, uplifting, and bright. I wish the owners lots of success as I really think this place is a special gem. read more

Momo came strolling into Astoria!! I finally decided to give this place a try after I had some weird food dream about momos LOL. I ordered the following two items: Jhol momo (chicken): Take a perfectly innocent momo, drown it in a flavorful, extravagant broth, and boom -- you've got Jhol Momo. It's a mouthful explosion, messy, and totally addictive. It's warm, it's bold, it punches your taste buds and hugs them right after. Kothey momo (chicken): Soft on top, crispy on the bottom -- these momos are living their best double-life. They sizzle, they snap, and then they hit you with that juicy, flavorful center like a tiny edible firework. 11/10 would order from this place again! read more

got the jhol chicken momos (you can do half chicken and half beef ) which was good. also got the napli thali which was good, also a big portion. service was good. nice vibe, not too loud. read more

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Absolutely delicious! Do yourself a favor and check out this gem of a restaurant--it's a fantastic addition to the neighborhood! I only tried the momos, and they were incredible: honestly, the best I've ever tasted. Normally, momos aren't my go-to, but after seeing another reviewer's photo featuring the sauce, my curiosity was piqued. I'm so glad I gave them a try! The flavors were complex, rich, and satisfying, with a deep, warm, earthy savoriness that instantly transported me. I'll definitely return soon to try more dishes. The ambiance was lovely, and the staff were genuinely kind and welcoming. I visited with my three-year-old, who was tired and bordering on fussy, but the staff were so sweet to her that she quickly perked up, ensuring we both had a wonderful time. I highly recommend this spot! Big thanks to the owners and staff for an exceptional meal and a memorable experience! read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Momos - so delicious! - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

This place is insanely good with great service. Got the Rildok and Jhol Momo my first time and literally didn't stop thinking about the Rildok in particular until I went back to get it again. Brought a friend who was also insanely impressed. Absolute gem within a neighborhood full of absolute gems. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Rildok - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

Delicious Food. Friendly service. Great Ambiance. Very clean restaurant. Highly recommend. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Super yummy Thali - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

I had a meeting at my child's school nearby and was about to hop on a CitiBike across the street from here to grab lunch at this Thai place I like on 28th Ave. But then I saw the awning for Darjeeling and decided to go check it out. And I'm so glad I did. It was on the earlier side for lunch, but fortunately they were open. Tashi greeted me so kindly and I soon learned that they had just had their grand opening days prior. He shared that this had always been a dream for his wife's Auntie who is the chef. After I was done with lunch, she actually came out and all of us who had just savored every bite gave her much deserved applause. The food was incredible. This wonderfully chatty Korean man who was doing his rounds selling his kimchi to various markets and restaurants nearby ducked in to see what type of cuisine they had, and when he saw my curry, he asked if I liked it and whether it was spicy. I told him yes and no, respectively. It had just the right amount of spices but wasn't spicy. However, there are spicy selections on the menu. So he sat down and ordered the same thing and also really enjoyed it. He said it was a very unique spice combination that he'd never experienced before and I quite agree. I've had many dishes all over the world and this was truly special, even the sides. The rice was cooked to perfection and the button mushrooms were seasoned and prepared in such a way that I forgot that I didn't particularly like mushrooms. They were so good. And the Chinese broccoli had a nice crunch and there were little bits of carmelized onions that really brought out its flavor. You could tell that so much care went into how each item was presented. The space is very nice and there's even a little nook table in the back for a more intimate meal for two. But for my experience, it felt like I was in someone's home. Everyone there having lunch was solo-dining, yet we were all sharing stories, as well as other restaurants in the area that we liked. It was such an NYC moment. I can't wait to bring my kids back here because they have MOMOs and if their momos are as good as their curry, they're going to be blown away. Definitely make this your next restaurant to try in the neighborhood. It's the real deal. read more

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Just spectacular - service and food. A great addition to the neighborhood! Lovely staff.

I came to try Darjeeling after the recommendation of my friend Tenzing and I'm glad that I did. Right out the gate, the restaurant had a homely ambiance to it; the host Arun was extremely friendly and gave recommendations on what to try from the menu. The steamed chicken momo's were very savory and the mango lassi was an excellent palette cleanser. I highly recommend Darjeeling for anyone who wants to get a variety of Momo's in the heart of Astoria. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Steamed Chicken Momo with Mango Lassi - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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We came to Darjeeling on a Friday night. To start, the chai was delicious and flavorful. We had the Darjeeling thukpa which was our favorite especially in the cold weather! The jhol momo was also delicious and something we hadn't tried before! We're excited to come back and try more of the menu. Thank you Tashi and staff for the great service. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Jhol Momo, Darjeeling Thukpa - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

This is a great addition to the Dutch kills area! The staff is super friendly and everything on the menu is delicious. Already visited a second time and cannot wait to visit again! You can't go wrong with any menu item but the sausage appetizer was delicious and the shrimp jhol momo dish was a huge highlight! read more

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Charming little restaurant. The Nepalese Momo dumplings were delicious, as well as the other dishes and traditional tea. The service was great, the nicest most considerate staff, visiting each table to ensure everyone was having a good experience. I visited the restaurant in Astoria Queens. read more

Darjeeling Kitchen & Café - Traditional Meal - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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The food is absolutely delicious here and the staff is kind and friendly. We ordered the chili chicken, beef chili momos and the fried patties with beef(can't remember the name!). We loved everything but my biggest qualm is that they served the chili chicken to us cold. Even after I complained and they brought it back out, it was still served cold! It definitely was not a dish meant to be served that way so I found that frustrating read more