There were six in our party. We had Salmon Tikka Masala, Roti, Chili Chicken, Naan, Thali, etc. etc. Everything was very good. Sanjosh took care us really well. Food was great. Service was very good. Ambience was very good. Strongly recommend to everyone. read more

One the best indi Nepalese restaurants in east bay . They are very welcoming to everyone. Restaurant is clean and comfortable. I think recently they add bar as well . The food was amazing and delicious. read more

I went here with my wife on 8/3 and we chose to eat outdoors. Bini, our server, greeted us with a warm smile, and we ordered the Salmon tikka masala,pumpkin chickpeas and the garlic naan with the raita yogurt dip. What a delicious meal! The service was impeccable, the place was clean and cheerful and we parked two steps away! This is a great restaurant. read more

Ate here on a busy Saturday and so enjoyed everything! Soup starter was flavorful and hot. Naan fabulous. Main dishes (5 in our party) perfectly seasoned. Chicken Sekuwa was a stand-out... fresh, melt in mouth. Delightful, attentive servers. read more

We ordered veg momo to go. The restaurant was very accommodating when we asked for extra chutney and gravy (jhol) and provided additional portions without any issues. They packed the order well. Momo were delicious and we really enjoyed it. One notable thing was skin of the momo which was not too thick which if thick can take away from the taste and makes it chewy. Both Jhol and chutney were also mouth watering good. We will order again every time we pass through Albany area. Thank you guys! read more

Ever since I've learned about momos I've been dying to try them! After stumbling upon Everest Kitchen on Yelp and reading the reviews I knew I had to come here to try their momos. I ordered the Chicken Momos and my Dad got their Chicken Tikka Masala Thali (lunch special). Let me tell you, one bite of these momos and you won't be able to get them out of your head. The Chicken Momos were plump, juicy, and an explosion of flavors! It had all of the right seasonings and spices and had a slight kick to it. There was a good chicken to dumpling ratio and the sauce it came with paired nicely. There were eight pieces that came with the order which is enough to share or to have as an entrée. The hospitality at Everest Kitchen was spot on. The workers were all friendly and service was fast. They offer seating both indoors and outdoors and parking is street only. read more

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We went out for an early dinner and enjoyed a happy hour small plates - pani puri, samosa chat, and ribs. They brought us some daal soup while we waited briefly for our food. We had the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan as our main. Everything was delicious. The ambiance was very nice. Tasteful decor and relaxing lighting. Staff were friendly and attentive. read more

The temptation here, at lunch, is to order the Thali. At $14 (Cauli Channa Thali; many other Thali offered) it's well-priced and, as the accompanying picture reveals, a whole lot of food. The problem is that much of that food is what I'd call filler; it might be traditional for a Thali but it's not what I come to Everest Kitchen to consume. In the future, I'd focus my order more narrowly: Entree, choice of starch, raita, and chutney. The Dall, salad, rice, papadam, and naan which are all also included with the Thali seemed like overkill, a distraction that somehow lessened my enjoyment of the overall meal. Another place to focus your attention here is the appetizers. Vegetable Samosas ($6) and Vegetable Pakoras ($5) were prepared with expertise and tasted of it. They were excellent shareable choices for my 3-person party. Everest Kitchen sits on a stretch of Solano Avenue that's crawling with attractive lunch and dinner choices. For this reason, and because I wasn't a huge fan of the Thali, I'm unlikely to head here again but if someone else wanted Indian fare I'd tell them of Everest Kitchen and suggest they focus on entrees and appetizers. read more

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Foraging for great eats in the urban jungle can be a daunting task. A plethora of flavors and textures to please the most discriminating taste buds, especially when in an area full of good and great restaurants. We were craving lunch and SHE was craving Chile Rellenos. Looking through Yelp, we found numerous choices but they weren't where we were and we wanted to EAT! Look at that group of people dining in a parklet! It's nearly full. They look happy. What is that place? The sign said Everest. The ratings said 4.5 stars with 258 reviews. And the gods were smiling upon us, 1/2-block away? A parkng space with a 90-minute limit. We strolled down the street and walked into the dining room. There were tables both indoor and outdoor available. Plenty of space between tables so we opted for indoor. Menus and glasses of Ice Water were presented. We spent a couple of minutes looking the menus over. We decided to have Thali Lunches. Thali is the HIndi word for plate. In this case, it was metal cafeteria style trays with dividers that kept everything separate. Each Thali came with your choice of entree, Rice (white or brown), Salad, Daal (Lentil Soup) Naan (Bread), Raita (Yogurt Bases sauce with vegetables), Napalelse Chutney and Papad (thin Indian wafer). We also ordered Chicken Momo's for an extra appetizer and Mango Lassi's to drink. Everything we had was on point! The Mango Lassi's were dangerously good. It would have been easy to drink down a pitcher of those. I could have easily made a meal out of several orders of Momo's. They were so delicious and juicy! The dipping sauce had just a bit of heat in it. Momo's are steamed dumplings and the ones from Everest rock! We loved our entrees. My Saag Paneer and her Goat Curry hit the spot with assistance from all the other yumminess on our Thali's. The Daal was so warm and comforting. One of the servers saw me spooning it into my mouth and came over and told me she was going to teach me how to eat it "our way". That was to move the Papad and Naan out of the way and spoon the other items over the rice. As appreciative as I was to have her share her cultural method with us, I was happier tasting the Daal on its own. It certainly made me think of how great it would be to have on a cold winter morning. I did eat my Saag Paneer on the same spoon as my rice but I do that anyway. Dipped my Naan into the Raita. The Papad, Chutney and Salad, I simply ate individually. I stopped when my Thali was completely cleaned off so it worked for me! I highly recommend coming here if you haven't already. Momo's for sure. Everything else will just be a bonus! read more

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Food was great! I have never had Nepalese food and I can't say I'm a huge fan of Indian food but this place was great. Something different and nothing crazy spicy. We had the pork belly choila and pani puri. The pork belly was tasy and the pani puri was good ( a little too much liquid at times). The chicken moma and curry was good too. Overall, a tasty meal that wasn't too heavy. Definitely going back. Restaurant itself was nice. I can imagine its a nice read more

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I have been coming here for a number of years now. Everest is one of the highlights of Solano, and I have always loved their food (momos, samosa chaat and sekuwa are among my favorites). Everest's staff and owners are also amazing and have always taken care of me, and I think that's how they aim to treat all their customers. I wanted to use this review to to put in a special word for their new happy hour. It's a very special addition to the neighborhood: the cocktails are great and well-conceived. The food options on the happy hour include some very tasty and unique specialties (potato wedges, peanuts, pork ribs are among the highlights). There's a great, warm atmosphere, a lovely counter to sit at, and it's a real treat in terms of drinks and food. People should definitely check it out. read more

Good food. Good service. Good vibes. Great happy hour. Would go back! Especially loved the plating. read more

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One of my favorite things to do when in an Uber or Lyft is to ask the driver about his/her favorite places to eat. On a recent ride, my driver was from Nepal, so we got on to the topic of momos. I learned that different restaurants specialize in different things, and if you want the best momos in the Bay, you go to Everest Kitchen. I always thought the best momos were at Nomad, but I was wrong. Although Nomad still has excellent momos and the best chili sauce around, Everest Kitchen makes momos that are sooooooo good you don't even need a dipping sauce. I recently ordered chicken, Buffalo, and veggie momos via Uber Eats, and although all momos were solid, the chicken momos were UNBELIEVABLE. This will be my go-to momo place from now on. Take it from me, and my Nepali Uber driver, you will not be disappointed! read more

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This place has the best chicken momo on this side of the hemisphere, HANDS DOWN! Ive had food here several times: chicken chow mein, chicken choila, buff momo, chicken chili, you name it! The real star of the show is the chicken momo... don't be deceived by the quantity, 1 plate will leave you full and satisfied. The achar is delicious in it's own right, but together, it's the perfect marriage of homemade flavors that make your taste buds explode and stomach happy. Can't say I've had anything this good outside of Nepal, what a treat! read more

Everest Kitchen - Chicken momo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Albany, California

This might be my new favorite Nepalese restaurant in the Bay. Had an absolutely delicious experience. Food: It seemed like every dish I ate was fantastic. If I had to highlight one, it would have to be the tandoori chicken. It was absolutely delicious. It was incredibly juicy, while having a tantalizing amount of crispness on the outside. The chicken tikka masala was flavorful and had a tasty combination of spices. At medium spiciness, it had the right kick (you can go milder or spicier). The sauce was creamy, balanced, and tasty. The cauli chana was also tasty and flavorful. The samosa and garlic naan were great. Frankly, all the dishes seemed to be executed really well, and all the flavors were spot on. Staff and atmosphere: We came for lunch, and there were groups and at least one solo diner reading a book. You can tell it's a local favorite. There was a lively but pleasant vibe. The interior was tasteful, casual, and spacious, and the windows and door opened to the outside, letting in fresh air and light. They offer outdoor seating, too, which looked pretty nice. I might try outdoor seating next time! The staff was extremely warm and friendly. The actually apologized for the wait due to shorthandedness--but I didn't notice at all! I was satisfied with out service. Very happy with my experience here. Can't wait to return. read more

Everest Kitchen - Cauli Chana (Vegan) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Albany, California

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Finally got to try Everest Kitchen with the hubby as we always drive by this place on Solano Ave. I must say that I'm so glad we took a chance to try it especially reading all the good reviews on Yelp! We decided to come for lunch and it wasn't too busy which was nice and quiet. Our server was very friendly and attentive to our table and always made sure to check on us. The food was just amazing!!!! I can't wait to come back again and try other things off their menu. A definite must if you are on Solano Ave and wondering where to eat. read more

This place was such a delightful restaurant! We probably ordered too much but enjoyed the left overs tremendously! Butter chicken and momos are highly recommended! Staff was very kind and it was busy for a post holiday Friday. read more

Everest Kitchen - Chicken Sekuwa was grilled tandoori with a nice fresh salad - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Albany, California

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Great Asian restaurant on Solano Avenue! I enjoyed the food, and the variety was amazing! Try it out when you're in Albany.

Delicious food! I have to come here everytime I'm in the bay area. Freaking delicious food. Vegan, not vegan. All amazing. Their lamb is mouth watering. All flavors are on point. Portions are perfect. Reasonable prices. Friendly and fast service. An absolute delight each time I come! read more

Hoy entre a cenar a uno de mis lugares favoritos en Albany y como siempre fue muy satisfactorio, el servicio excelente y la cena deliciosa siempre me voy del lugar con planes de regresar yo lo recomiendo siempre read more

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I only went for Happy Hour, but it was GREAT! I think it runs from 3-6 every day other than Tuesday when they are closed. They have an excellent selection of beers on tap, which are very reasonably priced ($7 during Happy Hour), so I had a beer and the Samosa. Someone complained the Samosa was mushy inside. I have only had Samosa about five times in my life, but I thought it was delicious. There were distinct chunks of potato in it, but I do grant that the rest of was mushy. I really don't know how it is supposed to be, but I liked it a lot. And, service was EXCELLENT. I would suggest people try it for at least Happy Hour. I went several times to the new wine bar (w/ draft beer, too) down the street a block, but, for reasons I will not go into, this will be my new go-to for a late afternoon beer and nosh. read more

I can describe the experience on Everest with the word: Delicious! It completely exceeded my expectations. To begin with, the place is very nice and comfortable, the atmosphere is relaxing... after an explosion of indescribable flavours, the service was wonderful, the waiters were very attentive, the food was in a medium-sized good time, without a doubt. I hope to come back and try different dishes on the menu read more

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If you haven't tried momos, they're Nepalese dumplings. What makes them different is their filling. Traditionally, they're made with a buffalo filling; however, here can choose between buffalo, chicken or veggies. The spices make it different as well, usually with some South Asian aromatics and herbs, ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, etc. I tried the steamed version but also the chili momo, which come steamed then fried. It's served with sort of tomatoey chutney dipping sauce. We liked the original version more, as the chili version was a bit too sauced for me. We even ordered their lunch plate, which was like a bento tray of tikki masala, rice, naan and some other soup and vegetables. Portions are huge here and we left full and satisfied. read more

Everest Kitchen - Steamed and chili momos - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Albany, California

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Great date-night Indian/Nepalese restaurant, slightly upscale vibes (just the right amount for me). The service was excellent and there is one free refill for the delicious chai. The naan wasn't my favorite but not bad. I think my favorite part was the drinks (my chai and the cocktail my husband got). Elegant but cozy. read more

Years ago, before the pandemic, we had regularly visited a Nepalese restaurant in Albany, and since we were seeking something out of the ordinary, we tried to find it again. It had closed, but this restaurant had taken its place a few hundred feet away, so we tried it. We splurged and ordered half the menu, and loved ALL of it. The service was pleasant and attentive, and they answered a dozen questions when we were ordering. Fully recommended! read more

Good neighborhood spot. Very friendly service. I particularly like their lunches but their dinner is good as well. Lunch sets are very balanced and not too heavy. Perfect for a workweek. No frills. No fancy things. Good food. Chili momos are spicy but excellent. Best eaten there though. read more

Stop 3 on our progressive dinner on Solano Ave. - ordered buffalo chili momo, a mango lassi, and naan. The Saturday night crowd overwhelmed the single server/host, who could not take our order for about thirty minutes since she had to attend to the phone, takeout orders, etc. I loved the naan, and may return to try the Indian food, but our momos arrived lukewarm, and since they were fried and then sauced, the delay in getting them on the table detracted from the overall experience. read more

We had the chicken curry, chicken tikki masala and samosa chat. The food tasted good but it was a snack portion for all meals. I was very shocked to see only 4 small pieces of chicken in each dish. Specially for Indian food I'm used to getting a good portion of food. read more

When most of the Nepalese restaurant's food are either hit or miss, Everest Kitchen's Food here has been consistently great and I would rate them among the best in the bay area when it comes to Nepalese restaurant. The ambience is very soothing and staff are polite, respectful and courteous as well. Never had a bad experience either with food or service. However, But, now here comes the question to the owner of the restaurant ( correct me if I am wrong ) all this time I have visited your restaurant I always see staff bring a bowl of lentil to specific ethnicity ( "White" If I want to be precise ) of customers and I guess that's a courtesy but I assume you do not provide that service to Nepalese who comes there. Is this just my perception or I got this totally wrong ? Again its very petty thing and my aim here is not to degrade your reputation. I love your food and restaurant overall but I would really appreciate if someone from the management or the owner would provide a clarification. read more

Everest Kitchen - Jhol Momo ( Soup Dumpling ) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Albany, California

THE FOOD IS NOT GIVING LOVE, the ribs were barely cooked and lacked seasoning, the curry lacks seasoning and was in a weak broth, the service was exceptionally slow and they were at less than 50% capacity. Not my cup of tea. read more

Everest Kitchen should get a Michelin star. The food is that amazing. The flavors are so nuanced. Everything we've had there is spectacular. We usually get the thali because you get several little dishes together. The flavors complement each other so well. The service is wonderful. Such sweet people. There's a great outdoor front dining area. read more

Today Terry and I met here for lunch. Lori was unable to join us because she wasn't feeling well. The restaurant was Terry's choice. I lucked into a parking spot almost directly in front. I walked in to find Terry already seated. The restaurant had been rearranged since I last was there and I realized it had probably been since the start of the pandemic, almost three years. Sanjo greeted me and asked after Alan. I was surprised and touched that he remembered us so well. They now have thali lunch specials on the menu, which I don't remember from before. I didn't ask whether this was new, but I love the variety that thalis afford. I ordered a thali w/ lamb saag as the main. I had a choice of white rice or brown and opted for brown. The plate included raita, a small green salad w/ sliced cucumbers, carrots and a halved plum tomato. There was also half a papadum, half a naan and a tasty, green vegetable I couldn't identify. All that was $15 or $16, quite a bargain. Terry ordered chicken tikka masala as her main. We both ordered chai, which was as wonderful as ever. It was refilled at our request. Terry loved it as much as I did. It felt like a wonderful homecoming to be back at Everest Kitchen. read more

Everest Kitchen is a Nepalese restaurant that has a wide variety of dishes from momos to curries to tandoori to chow mein. We ordered a pretty standard dinner - steamed chicken momos, chicken tikka masala, veggie kofta masala and garlic naan. The naan was super delicious - a nice combination of crispy and soft while the garlic flavor wasn't too overpowering. The sauce accompanying the momos were super delicious - I want to put that sauce on everything! The only disappointing aspect is that there aren't any heat lamps which would make the dining experience more enjoyable. read more

Flavorful and authentic cuisine. Interesting spices. Attentive service with pleasant demeanor

Stopped in to Everest Kitchen for a light lunch, and it was so tasty! I sat at the bar and Sanjoz was my server- very friendly and quick service! Sanjoz recommended the Nimki Chaat for a good light and flavorful option, and it was perfect- Homemade crackers topped with garbanzo, yogurt, onion, spices & chutney- light and fresh with a nice little crunch to it. Nice Full service bar, so next time I'll come in for a cocktail! read more

Everest Kitchen - Nimki Chaat - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Albany, California

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Wow. It's a great experience, great food, great service. Our waiter was from Nepal, he was so helpful, great attitude. One of my kids is picky but had no problem finding a dish. Noodles were so tasty. Curries were not so spicy (my wife cannot eat Indian because too spicy). Great mix with Nepalese dishes. Lentil soup I would skip. Garlic naan - wow. read more

Everest Kitchen - A bit of everything, including noodles and lamb curry. - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Albany, California

Food: 5/5 --Goat Curry-- A perfect dish: spice level (I ordered spicy), balance of flavors (garnish and green onion really elevate it), richness and texture, meat doneness and size. --Chicken Chili-- Really good flavors and balance of chicken and vegetables. --Mango Lassi-- The curdy texture of the yogurt is excellent. It's a bit sweet and could be more tangy. Service: 5/5 Super friendly and kind. The food took a little while but we were given dal to start. The wait was well worth it for the food. Ambiance: 4.5/5 It was quiet inside during Saturday happy hour with chill music. The patio was a little fuller. read more

I ordered paneer pharsi, samosa chaat, honey naan, and mango lassi via delivery which arrived on time. All of the food was delicious! You can actually taste the honey in the naan which made it nice and sweet. The curry of the paneer pharsi was a little bit spicy, but not unbearable especially with the paneer and brown rice, so I'm happy that "mild" level of spiciness is in fact mild. I loved the samosa chaat, a nice mix of cheese, garbanzo beans, more savory and crunchy bits (perhaps the crunchy parts were the samosa skin?) The mango lassi was also sweet and tasted like how I would expect. Also, I thought it was a nice touch that they wrote "Thank you Sydney" on the bag. Great food overall, and has some items on the menu that you might not find at all comparable restaurants, so I look forward to coming back sometime. read more

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I deeply appreciate the owners dedication to creating a wonderful experience for their customers. Last time we went to Everest Kitchen, we had a hiccup with our Togo order. After learning about this, the owners and staff were quick to resolve the issue! We're glad we got to give them another go because it was well worth it! My husband and I had the veggie korma, lamb curry, garlic naan, mango lassi, and samosas. The entrees were flavorful, and paired nicely with the garlic naan (of course!). The samosas are MUST try. Wow. They were phenomenal!! I love samosas already, but I find that some places tend to over bread them. These were perfect. These had a nice outer shell that wasn't too thick, so you really get to enjoy the flavors. I could have eaten the whole order to myself, they were that good! The sauces that accompany the samosas are also very tasty. 10/10. Lastly, the Mango Lassi was a great treat. It was the right level of sweetness for my husband and I. Overall, after our experience and interactions with the staff/owners, we will definitely be back and thinks it's worth giving a try for those looking for quality food/service. read more

I've never climbed Everest, but I have flown around it in a propeller plane. Does that count? So when I see Everest in a name, my most vivid recollection is wearing my ragged down jacket and leaning over a barf bag as we kept circling around the snow cap. But luckily there was no need for a barf bag here because the food was quite good. By sheer coincidence, I ran into longtime fellow Yelper Rinky N. who was with her posse and confirmed that Jamie W. and I made a good choice coming here. We all saw the best deal was the Thali Lunch Special which basically provides everything but the kitchen sink. The price was constant, so depending on what you chose for your main dish, it was either $10.99 or $11.99. Jamie went with the $11.99 Bheda Ko Masu (Boneless Lamb) (photo: http://bit.ly/2mCRx7y), while I decided to go for the $11.99 Goat Curry (photo: http://bit.ly/2Lky9er). Each of our aluminum trays came with daal, papad, raita, Nepalese chutney, a mini-salad, basmati rice, and naan. Tasty with good quality in the variety. No propeller required. FOOD - 4 stars...the thali lunch specials are the way to go to sample the best of their kitchen AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...spacious and comfortable SERVICE - 4 stars...shyly effective and proactive TOTAL - 4 stars...no mountain to climb here read more

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