Good place to sit and relax with a cup of coffee, if you can get a seat…read more I drink my coffee black and they're the only ones in the neighborhood that tastes balanced and smooth. It also tastes like actual coffee. Other coffee shops around Woodside is either a bit or too sour, bitter, and weak. It does get a bit busy at times which can get a bit difficult to get a seat. Though they have food, I mainly concentrate on the coffee as I've never order anything else. They also have some souvenirs from Tibet to browse through. Definitely a good place for some coffee when passing through Woodside.

Great coffee, amazing addition to the neighborhood…read more I come here often to grab a quick caffeine fix, and it never fails to hit the spot. I've done both to go and stay, and I love the cups they serve the drinks in. Their matcha and cold brew are my usual go-tos, but what makes this place so exceptionally special is that it's also a cultural shop, selling and showcasing Tibetan craft goods and culture to the younger generation - something you don't really see much, especially being in the largest Tibetan diaspora in the US. Plenty of good seating, and I especially appreciate the signs on some tables that enforce no laptops or other forms of media to minimize loitering, which you'll see all the time at certain tables.

Stopped by to try some momos and they were delicious! Chili momos were served piping hot and had a…read moregood crunch. The people at the counter were also super friendly and helpful with deciding what to order. The seating is comfortable and the decorations are very cute. Would love to try other types of momos here, although I'd definitely get the chili ones again too!

Ambiance (5/5): The layout is very open, casual, and seat yourself. 2 tables available outside for…read moreoutdoor dining. The facilities were clean, bathroom also available. Service (N/A): You order at the front kiosk and then they bring out the order to your table. Tandoori Momo (4/5): The momo itself was a little on the cold side. However, the flavors of the tandoori flavor was coated on the outside of the shell and accompanied with the green sauce and white sauce. It was such a unique flavor to your standard momo taste. I would love to come back to try the other flavors.

Another stop on my first Jackson Heights food tour. This Nepalese spot offers Nepali foot,…read moreBhutanese food, Tibetan food, and Indian food. The food types are similar but offer different spice/flavor profiles. They have a large section of noodles, soup, and rice. A veggie section with various combos of cauliflower, potatoes, onion, bamboo, blackened peas, mustard greens, and spices. Some of the Indian dishes: paneer butter masala, palak paneer, chicken tikka masala. Some of the appetizers include crispy tofu, fried soybeans, a Nepali snack platter with marinated meat, goat, beef tripe, sliced beef tongue, fried jerky, duck. They also have a momo section. We had their famous chicken lollipops (essentially fried chicken) and it was crispy and spicy (in a good way). We also had sadeko (marinated or tossed) bacon, which was rich and tender. I had one of their Nepali cocktails, which was pleasantly spicy (the chatpata aam, made with tequila, spicy chatpatey syrup, and mango puree). Service was attentive. Inside is cozy, lots of dark wood and colorful flags. They also often have entertainment in the evening, so I would love to return to hear some live music while trying more Nepali cuisine.

A bit overrated and overshadowed by the nice ambiance…read more I may be biased since I've been to Nepal twice and my palate consisted of dal bhat every single day I was there (momos were a luxury on the trek)--which in no way makes me an expert, but the taste and portions were pretty consistently similar among most places. The first time that I came here was about 3 years ago with a few friends and we liked the food - the beef tongue was different and super memorable and the jhol momos were just swimming in flavorful curry. Made me want to come back again. Fast-forward three years later, I feel like things have changed significantly. Or maybe I didn't catch them at their best, but I came with another group of friends and I just felt overall disappointed with the food, as did my friends who were excited to try Himalayan food for the first time. I had the goat dhat bhat and the small amount of meat served in aesthetically pleasing bowls to mask the portion was disappointing--and this was not a lunch special or anything. I mainly got a big bone and realistically got about 2-3 small bites of actual meat, while there was an overwhelming amount of rice and veggies. The momos also tasted like they were pre-made and heated or steamed up again because the dough was definitely a little rough. Overall, this experience was a meh for me. I think it is a social staple for many Nepalese and Tibetans in the area, and just for that.

This Himalayan spot is amazing. The food is unique, healthy, and delicious…read more FOOD I had the flatbread with Spanish chorizo and onion jam. It was so good! ATMOSPHERE Both the space and food are cozy and homey. It felt like I was at a friend's home. It's a lovely retreat from the bustling city. No sirens. No one yelling outside. I was able to slow down and enjoy my food and my peace simultaneously. SERVICE The staff are great! They're super professional and helpful. TIP If you're sensitive to high spice levels, I recommend mentioning it to your server.

So we attemted to go to Prung yesterday after seeing the Ertan video and it was as expected it was…read morechaotic...it looks much smaller in person than the video like 3-4 tables very close together more of a take out place vibe...will wait for the hype to die down. Anyway we went to Dawas next door and eqs not dissapointed...I past by like hundreds of times and never been i thought its pretty solid so it worked out. Got Chana & Gwarami Jasha Katsa Chicken sekuwa Laphing

Tried the Momo soup here and it was great, just what I was looking for at that moment…read more I enjoyed it so much that I walked out to meet a friend at a station and we went back there because I recommended him to try it. The service was quick and good as well, and they have a window bar seating, which is great if you are solo.

Walked in at 6:30 PM on a Saturday and there was no wait…read more Jhol beef momo was awesome. Also tried the goat thali with rice - loved the eggplant and greens in particular. They come around to give you free refills of the veggies and lentils, which is a nice touch. Will try fried momos next time!

I've been meaning to check out Faarzi Nepal in Elmhurst and finally got the chance to stop by. Just…read moreto keep in mind that they open later in the day, so I had to wait until 2pm. Once you walk inside, you would never guess the space used to be an Irish pub. It has completely changed into a restaurant. Our server was attentive, and when I asked for recommendations, he was helpful in suggestion what to order. I ended up getting the Kathmandu Momo Cha with chicken and Bhatti Chowmein with water buffalo. The portions were filling, and by the time I got to the chow mein, I was so full that I had to pack up the rest to take home. They also started me off with complimentary popcorn, which was tasty and at the end of the meal, they gave us a small complimentary dessert. Overall, I would recommend this place. The attentive service, generous portions, and complimentary snacks for an enjoyable experience.

Have been wanting to try Faarzi for a while. The location used to be a longstanding Irish pub…read morecalled Grandstand, where a good friend of mine and I used to frequent for the yummiest buffalo wings and shepherd's pie. It was sad to see Grandstand close, but I was elated to see a Nepalese and Himalayan restaurant open in its place since I'm a big fan of the flavors that the cuisine offers. Met up with a friend on a Sunday night. She was already excited by the aesthetics of the exterior of Faarzi and was snapping away. When we opened the door, we were surprised by how pretty the interior was. It was filled with lush, vibrant colors and fun decor that was a tasteful mix of contemporary and rustic, which provided a nice, high-end vibe. It felt authentically Tibetan with a contemporary touch to it. We 'd it! It is the prettiest Nepalese restaurant that I've been to in Queens! Once we sat down, a complimentary basket of popcorn arrived. To my surprise, it was DELICIOUS! It was buttery and just savory enough -- not as crisp as popcorn that's just been popped, but so good that it was addictive! What a nice TREAT!! I couldn't stop reaching for it and according to the sign outdoors, the popcorn has unlimited refills! Now, for the food! We ordered 4 dishes to share: - Bhatti Ko Faarzi Masala Chowmein: Wow, just wow!! The masala spice brought this chow mein to another level! Every mouthful of noodle was al dente and had a balanced bite of a perfect amount of masala spice, ginger, savoriness, and a mild kick of heat. It's on the oilier side, but so flavorful that I kept scooping for more! Can't wait to revisit Faarzi and eat more of this! - Boudhha Ko Faarzi Gheu Momo: We ordered the chicken option. The size of the momos was slightly smaller than the momos I've had before, but they were bursting with flavor! Each bite tasted of cumin, cilantro, garlic, and spices that are very familiar in Nepalese food combined with the fragrant Szechuan peppercorn. The lovely tingling mala flavor from the peppercorns was delicate, but delightful! The momos were delicious, each morsel of meat was wrapped in a thin, chewy skin, which gave it a nice bite even though the chicken filling was on the drier side -- the tomato-based sauce that came with it compensated for it. The sauce was so good, it could literally be eaten with anything. The menu mentioned that 2 sauces would accompany the momos, but only one sauce was paired with them. When we asked, we were informed that the other sauce was the chili crisp hot sauce that I had received earlier when I requested for chili sauce. The momos were definitely a flavor bomb with the tomato-based sauce!. Every bite was heavenly! - Piro Nauni Wings: The wings came, and we couldn't stop ooo'ing about the visual presentation of the dish. There were 2 wings and 2 small drumsticks with a shiny glaze, they were hung on a little contraption that looked similar to how roast meats are hung by the window in Chinese restaurants. It was very cute! The wings were smoky, juicy, slightly sticky and sweet with a good amount of spice that tasted of tandoori. It would be even more fantastic if the skin were crispy. Give the crunchy puffed rice plated on the bottom of the wings a try! It is toasty, crunchy, and delicious and adds a layer of flavor to whatever you decide to add it to. Just delicious! - Jadiyaa Lal Mohan: A juicy, moist, sugary, alcoholic dessert that is not only unique, but fun! There are 4 donut-hole-sized balls of soft, fluffy cake, similar to cake pops, that are soaked in a sugar syrup. Stuck into each cake ball is a shot of whisky in a plastic tube, which you can squeeze to infuse the whisky into the cake however much you like. Since the whisky is quite strong and the shot is generous considering the size of the cake, if you do not like whisky, you may want to try the version without it though it is the whisky that gives the cake flavor. The cake would be much more interesting if it had more of the flavors that Jadiyaa are loved for or maybe if the sugar syrup paired with it was flavored with the spices used to make Jadiyaa. Far a more subdued whisky flavor, give the whisky shot just a pinch and enjoy! We had a great time at Faarzi -- great food, great vibe, good portions, and there was live music towards the end of our meal! Not to mention, we thoroughly enjoyed the Mukhwas style mix of spices and candy bits that were served at the end of the meal! i Can't wait to return to Faarzi to try the Pani Puri, which looked delicious and beautiful!

Ambiance (5/5): The inside in incredibly ornate and transport you to another culture. The walls are…read moredecked out, there's a stage in the front, the TV plays scenic views of Nepal. Light ethnic music playing in the background. It was very serene and immersive. Large establishment that can also seat large parties. Service (4/5): We were the only patrons in the restaurant at 3p. The food took much longer than expected to come out (maybe like 30min). Beef momos (kothey style) (5/5): It was worth the wait!! The skin was a nice chew with a crunchy bite mixed in. The stuffing was wonderfully flavored and balanced. The sauces were basically unneeded! We went on a self guided momo food crawl and we had this spot last - it was unanimously chosen as the best momo we had all day (out of 5 in the neighborhood!)

One word - SPICY! They have less spicy options but I will say the majority of the food is spicy so…read moredefinitely come with a tolerance for it. While the food was good - it's definitely on the heavy side. Staff was attentive and quick service!

I love Phayul and if I had to recommend one restaurant for Tibetan food, it would undoubtedly be…read morePhayul. As with most esoteric establishments, unless you knew to look for the red carpeted steps that lead you up to the best Tibetan food around, you would most likely walk right past the entrance. The second floor location is the real deal and if you snag a seat by the windows, its a beautiful experience dining and watching the vibrant flow of people and activity below. The food here is authentic, delicious, and very well priced for what you get. The momo is king when it comes to Himalayan cuisine so order away and enjoy some of the best around. Beyond the delicious dumplings, you have a many wonderful dishes to choose from including the Lhasa fried noodles, their beef or chicken chilli, and one of their vegetable dishes to have a nice complete meal. The service here is fast and friendly, and you really feel at home. You can see the buzzing activity in the kitchen and it really is quite the experience. One of the best establishments in Queens for sure!

Best Tibetan food Ever . Love their Lhasa fried noodles and…read more, fried rice and potato fry momo. Their service is really nice and the ambiance is cozy and make us feel homely.

I visited in a party of 4 on a Saturday afternoon around 3pm as part of a Sunnyside food crawl! The…read morerestaurant decor was cozy, clean, and cultural - very spacious and such a nice spot. Great service too. We ordered the timmure chicken, bandel sekuwa, and kothey chicken momo - timmure chicken was my absolute favorite! The momos were incredibly juicy and came with two super delicious sauces, and the bandel sekuwa was also very tasty. The sekuwa was a bit tougher / saltier than expected, but still tasted very good with the puffed rice with horseradish. Everything is so authentic, which is refreshing after so much time in Manhattan! Each dish came out to be around ~$15, which is very reasonable for NYC. I'd definitely come back to try more dishes!

Authentic Nepalese food in the heart of Woodside! The restaurant is spacious and great for groups…read more The dishes were full of flavor - curries were on point and the meats were spiced so well. It's nice to have a variation of food options in the neighborhood.

We visited here on for the 12th annual momo crawl. The line to get in this place was long, but we…read moredid get to sit down and enjoy a few momos and try Nepal Ice beer. The momos were ok. The beer was very good and a very reasonable price. The decor is unique and there was a welcoming vibe.

Taste of Himalaya was okay. It's conveniently located near the E,M, F, R subway and Q53 bus. Staff…read morewas attentive. The restaurant was nicely decorated and clean. The plates were small. For the price, I would've expected to get a little more food. Originally, we ordered Goat Bhuttan (appetizer), Alu Chese Momo (8x dumplings), and Chicken Chili (main course). It wasn't enough food for two people, so we added the Shapta Chili Beef (main course) The food is good. But, it didn't blow my mind. They provide three jars of spices (two hot sauces and one sweet soy sauce) for the table. I think we had high expectations after reading the other reviews on Yelp. Like I said, the food was good, but it did not meet our expectations.