Saffron Austin is known for their Indian and Nepalese cuisine, offering a thoughtfully crafted menu…read morethat highlights both traditional Indian flavors and unique Himalayan dishes. According to a close friend, Safran Austin located on Far West Boulevard, is especially known for being the first in Austin to feature a dedicated Nepalese menu I was not very hungry so I ordered the Chicken 65 (spicy deep-fried chicken with tomatoes, curry leaves, and ginger) ...a South Indian specialty. The chicken nuggets were doused in a flavorful curry seasoned and they were super moist and fresh tasting. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. My server, Dipka, was kind and helpful. She offered me water to go as it was pretty hot outside...nice touxh. There are a plethora of vegetarian, vegan, and halal offerings. Looking forward to returning and exploring more menu items...

Good enough food for to go!…read more We got your general white person basics: - Nepalese Momos - chicken tikka masala - garlic naan I will say though that the packaging was fantastic (some may disagree it's wasteful) and ensured that everything travelled safely with no spills in the car!

We ordered the Kothey momo and Jhol momo. Frankly speaking they are really good. Meat is tender and…read morejuicy in the momos. It was dripping from the Kothey momo right there when we were eating. The sauce in the Jhol momo is tangy and fresh from i guess the cilantro. Service is good and the person there was friendly to have a conversation. Good place to hangout in the evening. Oh the spicy sauce has a hard kick to it, careful with that.

Monk's Momo is located inside the Pink Flamingo Food Truck Park, one of my favorite food truck…read moredestinations in Austin. Specializing in Nepali and Himalayan cuisine, the food truck introduced me to a dish I had never tried before...momos. Momos are traditional Nepali dumplings that trace their roots back centuries to the Himalayan region. Typically filled with seasoned meat or vegetables, they can be steamed, fried, served in chili sauce, or even enjoyed in a flavorful soup. Monk's Momo offers several styles, including steamed, fried, chili, and jhol (soup-based) momos. I ordered the steamed chicken momos, and they were outstanding...fresh, perfectly seasoned, and packed with flavor. The emphasis here is clearly on quality. The momos were served with a sesame-tomato dipping sauce that was deliciously bold...definitely a sauce that gets your attention. The manager was friendly and happy to explain the menu and dining options, making the experience even more enjoyable. Free parking at the food truck park is an added bonus. Courtyard seating provides a relaxed environment. This was a great introduction to Monk's Momos, and I'm already looking forward to returning to try more of the menu items.

My first time having Momos in Austin and I chose to go to Everest food truck in Cesar Chavez though…read moreI was recommended to the truck in North Austin. The food truck was small and did have ample seating with other food trucks. There were no clear indication on the prices and spice level nor were we informed or asked about the spice level My order: Veg Momo Chilli Momo The Chilli Momo (as the name suggested) was extremely spicy , at the dangerous level, so they should have let us know. I did love the dish other than the spice levels! the side sauces were spicy too. Having a veg momo on the other hand was making me feel better. I might have to go prepared the next time and ask more probing questions. It is not nice to not display the price along with the menu. You will be only loosing customers with this kind of experience!

Ordered online for pickup…read more I tried the chicken momo's ($10.99) from here and they were amazing - fresh, flavorful, large, and meaty! They come nicely packaged too with two yummy sauces :) I definitely want to try everything else. Not too much to comment on since it is a food truck and I ordered one item - but I definitely want to order more! There are a few tables outside for sitting.

so so so good! fresh, hot and delish Nepali food with great service. having been to Nepal twice,…read morethis was a wonderful experience

I ordered goat biryani and chicken tikka, but they mixed up the order and gave me paneer biryani…read moreinstead of goat. I was disappointed, especially since I was really looking forward to the goat. To their credit, I called and they quickly apologized and sent out a fresh goat biryani without any hassle -- didn't even ask for the incorrect one back. Really appreciated how they handled it. Chicken tikka: 4/5 -- tasty and flavorful, just needed a few more pieces to feel like a full portion. Paneer & goat biryani: 3/5 -- decent, but both could've used more spice and boldness. For a place called Spice House, I expected a bit more heat and complexity. Overall, the service recovery was solid, but the mix-up and average flavor keep this at 3 stars for me.

Super delicious and fragrant! When I heard there was an Indian/Nepali restaurant open near where I…read morelive, I was so excited. It's where the old Cici's Pizza used to be! Honestly I wish I could try out the whole menu in one sitting. The only thing is I'm not very experienced in this cuisine, so I had to look up a lot of the foods from the menu on my phone. I don't remember what I got but these are both chicken! It was great though. It's calm and moody inside. The servers are kind and check up on you in a timely manner.

The chicken wings dish is my favorite. I love to sing and they have Karaoke platform and delicious…read moredrinks. The staff are very nice and beautiful! I cannot ask for more. Highly recommended for big a big birthday party, anniversary party, or even wedding party. The price is also very fair. Have lunch there... and you will be happy!

Simple, limited two dish takeout last night -- very satisfying. Saag Lamb was delightfully NOT…read moreoverly creamy. Good flavor. Meat was tender. Extra spicy as ordered. Paneer in Chili Sauce was also good, in the Indo-Chinese fashion of sweet and tangy with crisp onions and peppers. Garlic Naan was fine but would have been better there as is always the case. My previous reviews praised the restaurant while criticizing over oiliness. No oiliness last night. Recommended.

Great food and service. Open for decades serving authentic wonderfully prepared food. I was…read morerecovering from oral surgery. Ordered the garlic naan, samosas and dal Mahrani. Great and delicious choices.

Picture this...heavy thunderstorms...rain is so heavy it literally feels like cats and dogs are…read morehitting your roof. That is what happened today. It is the type of day that makes you want to eat comfort food. Bombay to Kathmandu was the ideal place for some lentil soup and naan. My soup was steaming hot and my naan quite tasty. Walking into Bombay to Kathmandu feels like being transported around the world. The beaded curtains, tin doors and other Indian Nepali artifacts made the place appear authentic. I placed my order with the cashier, who was warm and welcoming. The menu is remarkably diverse, offering classic Indian favorites alongside traditional Nepali dishes, which makes it stand out. The restaurant is known for its momos, curry dishes and aromatic sauces. Importantly, there are plenty of options for both meat lovers and vegetarians. Their creative fusion items, including curry inspired pizzas are their specialties. My soup was quite generous and filling. Prices are reasonable, and the food consistently delivers big on taste. The staff was friendly and willing to help with spice levels and menu recommendations.

This place is close to my home, so we often order food from here. The only item I really enjoy is…read morethe chili momo. We once ordered samosas for catering, but they were disappointing. The filling was overly oily, and the taste wasn't great.