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Momo Souls

4.5 (168 reviews)
Closed • 2:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 3 weeks ago
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Himalayan samosa
Thiri Z.

We got lucky and found parking in the small lot, and there some seats available when we went on a sunday around 6pm. Tried the himalayan samosas and there's 2 per serving. Honestly, it was a meal in itself. It had a great flavor and the samosa was huge. I forgot the second appetizer we ordered but it was crispy Kale and it had a great falvor. I really recommended it. For the momo I only got the 65, and it tasted way better the next day after all the flavor soaked in. I'll go back and try rhe butter chicken and vindaloo as I heard it is very popular. The service was fast and there's even so many authentic flavors of ice cream, some i have never heard of.

BUTTER MASALA MOMO
Kody D.

Service was great, the vibe was super chill. Parking in the main plaza but additional in the back off of palms. I got the butter masala momo and it was a crazy combo. My first encounter to Nepalese food so combining dumplings with butter masala was a new concept to me but I'm sure it's going in that part of my brain with specific cravings lol. I had the chicken filling but will have to try out the paneer filling and the vegan filling. Will definitely be coming back to try the rest of the menu. Recommending this !!!!!

Plates are made of leaves or bamboo ? Cool!
Jenny Z.

A unique twist on XLBs. Service was kind and there were a lot of different menu items, but limited parking and seating. PARKING Parking structure is sooo small you might be better off finding street parking. These spots are compact and probably filled during weekends. SERVICE Great service, took our orders quickly but waited for 30 minutes for 1 order of the Manchurian momos... way too long! INSIDE Not a lot of seating in this little shop, it was packed on a weekend and extremely cramped. FOOD Tried their Manchurian momo which tasted like a spicy and sweet sauce drenching XLBs little wonton dumplings with a chicken filling. The dough was a bit stale, but there was a lot chicken filling inside. The sauce was wayyy too spicy for me and my bf. OVERALL After getting hyped from all these yelp reviews, I was really looking forward to trying this place. Unfortunately I think just because it's doused in sauce and way too spicy, maybe I'll have to go back and try them again some other time with something less spicy!

CHAAT MOMO
Lori S.

Please do not sleep on this restaurant! I was not expecting much walking in but the aromas are intoxicating. I ordered the Chaat Momo and a friend ordered the Butter Masala Momo. Both dishes were 10/10. Large portions (we could have split one order), reasonably priced (under $20) and so absolutely delicious! My only complaint is that they are so far away from me! The menu is so large, I feel like I could eat a different meal every day for a month and not get tired of this restaurant! I am trying to figure out when I can go back! The service is also great, very friendly!

Olivia R.

we got the mushroom himalayan chow mein and the coco, chili and butter masala momos. in general, the flavors and textures are on point. every bitt is satisfying. the butter masala is perfection, with tons of herbs providing depth. coco was a bit one note but a unique flavor. chili tasted like italian pasta sauce imo and i did not like it but my bf and friend were in love with it. they said they were already wanting to go back moments later!

Nishat H.

Wow.. I understand the hype. We went to Momo Souls on a Sunday around 5:45 pm (15 after opening) and they were already full of customers inside. We ordered the butter chicken momos (must try!), chaat momos, Manchurian momos and Szechuan momos - all listed in order of what we liked best to least. The Szechuan had a little toooo much flavor for our liking so we'd likely swap that out for something lighter next time. We also tried the ice cream which was delicious!! Can't wait to come back here again.

CRISPY PANEER BITES
Hillary T.

Overall, decent food in a cozy, casual setting. I would give it a 3.5 stars. The service was good. You order at the front and staff was nice. We got the Himalayan noodles, butter, masala Momos, and deep fried paneer. Himalayan noodles were the best. It was tasty, but not sure how much different it was from regular good quality chow mein. Butter masala Momos for also decent. I liked how there was plenty of sauce with a lot of cheese mixed into it. I didn't think the filling of the Momos were anything special. The deep fried paneer was really crispy, had a great onion relish on top, and came with bomb sauces.

MACHURIAN MOMO
Karen T.

A colleague and friend of mine introduced me to Momo Souls recently. I'm so glad I made it out! For a Monday night it was pretty crowded around 6:30pm. There were counter seats and regular 2 person cafeteria seats that you can move around to make a larger table. Parking is tricky (available in the main parking lot, a smaller lot behind the building off Palms or street parking on overland. Spaces become more available when the yoga classes upstairs finish a class (find the nearest yoga mat holder and follow them to their car... but don't be creepy!) The food: Himalayan fried rice with grilled chicken - so plentiful and filling! Took half of it to go. Coco curry bowl - very flavorful, no notes Manchurian momo - the sauce with it was really spicy. Just the way I like it! The dumplings were juicy and tasty. Very obvious since this place is known for their dumplings! Mango lassi - very creamy and perfect combo with the spice I saw people around us ordering a wide array of dishes which showed me that everything on their menu was worth trying. I'll definitely come back and try their szechuan rice, another curry bowl and a chow mein... and more momos!

PANEER PAKORA
Malisa R.

OMG! Incredible! The line before they open will confirm this. One of my besties told me this was a must, so we came on a Wednesday at 5:15pm, 15 mins before they open and snagged a parking spot. Parking is limited but lots of street parking. We waited patiently by the door. Soon after there were multiple people to follow. We order a bunch of momos. The butter masala and the saag with paneer mixture. Additionally, with got the cauliflower chili and the paneer pakora. Everything was incredible. It was too much food for 2 people but it gave us a ton of leftovers. We left for a hike in Brentwood and came back for dessert. They have a nice selection of ice cream, traditional and Nepali favors. I went for the inquire flavors which was a definite win. There is seating instead and it's snagged up quickly. Luckily, we got there early and didn't have to wait. Seriously. So delicious. Nothing fancy, but the best Nepali food I have ever had.

Anusha B.

My family and I have not been able to stop thinking about this place since we tried it! Hands down the best momos we've had at a restaurant in California.The chicken momos were the clear winner over the veggie ones and every dipping sauce we tried was so good.Loved having different sauce options to mix things up.The little details made our experience even better, like the masala chai served in a clay cup and the authentic plates and bowls. The chicken momos in the butter sauce were rich and a little heavy, but absolutely worth it. Can't wait to come back and try more flavors, especially the kurkure momos!Additionally, the severs/cashiers were so kind,patient, and answered our questions happily! We appreciated how they went the extra mile to help us out!

Maddy B.

First time trying Nepalese food and I'm so glad I did! My friend has been talking about this place nonstop for months and I finally decided to check it out. We ordered the classic butter masala momos and samosas. The samosas were some of the best I've ever had. I love all the dipping sauces especially the sweet chili and cilantro. The momos were covered in the butter masala sauce. The dumplings itself were so soft with tender meat. I do wish there was some spice in this dish. It was also cheesier than I expected. I'd recommend getting a side of roti to soak up the sauce. They do not skimp on sauce at all. I can't wait to come back and try more of their menu!

Idk how I slept on this for so long, absolutely up my alley and did not disappoint Can't remember the flavors I got so I'll have to go back a few times for more research

Simon W.

I tried their butter masala dumplings. The sauce was flavorful and rich. Dumpling skin was good thickness and not too chewy. The chicken filling was seasoned well with a hint of ginger. There was a delightful surprise of melted cheese sticking some of the dumplings together. Pick up was seamless after ordering from their app. My only regret was that I could not try more of their dipping sauces because they all looked so good from looking at other people's meals in the restaurant. The one that came with my momos was a dark red sauce that overpowered the masala in its spicyness. When I ordered from the app, I picked "spicy" as my spice level but it was unclear to me that the spice level you choose corresponds to the sauce you receive and not the spicyness of the dumplings themselves. It's all good, still a pretty good dumpling! Next time I'd like to try their coco or machurian momos.

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Ask the Community - Momo Souls

Are there any gluten-free options?

Is it halal?

Yes! They state on their website that their dishes are halal :)

Hi, do all your dishes contain ginger or can they be prepared without ginger upon request?

Are there dishes moderately priced?

This is not an easy question to answer because that is very subjective. Compared to similar types of food, probably it is comparably priced. Do you get a lot of food for the price showing, I would say, if you are a big eater, no. However, I think… 

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Food (5/5): Ordered the chicken pan fried and chicken steamed momos. Both were delicious! I…read moreparticularly enjoyed the pan fried momos. The sauce was nice and the dumplings were nice and thin. We also ordered the saag paneer with garlic naan and rice. It was solid and delicious too. The naan in particular was awesome and the right amount of crunchy. Service (4/5): Not sure what all the complaints on the service is about. I had no issues with the server and and the momos came out pretty fast. The saag paneer took a bit longer but still a reasonable amount of time. Ambiance (5/5): Feels like a nice slice a Nepal. The restaurant is nicely decorated with lots of pictures and vibes of Nepal. Overall nice tables. Not the fanciest looking but feels authentic.

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I came here on a Tuesday around 7pm! We had a party of 8 people and made a reservation in advance -…read morewe were seated immediately upon arrival in the back area and we ended up having the entire back to ourselves! We had people in our group with nut and gluten allergies and we had a vegan and pescatarian. They were able to accommodate EVERY dietary restriction and everything remained DELICIOUS. For starters, we ordered the MOMO dumplings: one veggie and one mutton. Both flavors were incredibly flavorful and I loved the orange dipping sauce it came with - it paired perfectly with it! For my main, I got LAMB SAAG. It was my very first time trying this and I was not disappointed in the slightest! Incredible flavor, great portion size. The entrees do not come with rice so I also ordered a side of white rice that went very well with the dish. For the table, we ordered KEEM NAAN, CHEESE NAAN, and GARLIC NAAN - all of them tasted great with everyone's dishes as well (if you choose to not get rice, the naan is perfect with the entree). As a lovely sweet treat, we received plates of watermelon at the very end! The perfect palette cleanser and so refreshing In terms of parking, it was a little tricky but not impossible! Definitely get there early to find parking, or try your luck searching for street parking (the street parking is free!). The total for our meal of 8 people was: ~$366, not including tip and every person got a drink (cocktails, teas, and lassis). I feel this price is an AMAZING bang for your buck, especially for a group of 8 people!! I absolutely intend to return here, it was a wonderful experience!

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I first tried this restaurant about 2 months ago after having it bookmarked for a while, and it has…read morequickly become a family favorite - we have been back maybe 5 times already since then ! And it's not easy to make a new family favorite - a place that appeals to multiple tastes and priorities. Great taste - amazing spices and seasoning; all the meat is tender; the curry entrees come with a heaping personal bowl of rice; the naan is excellent, flaky and fresh right out of the oven; the prices are good compared with other similar restaurants I've been to; the staff are so friendly; I like the unique Nepalese decorations; I like how the ambiance is usually chill, not too busy; and the location is very convenient - in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, walkable within all the other sights and parking structure. Some dishes our family enjoys: -Samasa Chat: I like to call this "Nepalese loaded nachos" - it's got a few triangles of fried, flaky dough (samasa), topped with a tangy, richly spiced chutney of chickpeas, diced onions, and some crunchy bits. Lots of fun textures, flavor, and a nice small/medium-sized shareable appetizer. Just fyi, there is more of the chutney than the dough triangles. So we end up eating the extra chutney with the naan :) I did like Samasa Chat as an appetizer more than Vhel Purl, just my preference.. the latter seemed saltier and I do like the fried dough pieces in the former. -Paneer Tikka Masala (ofc chicken is good/classic too) - omg this sauce. It reminds me of Italian vodka sauce bc both combine the tang and body of tomatoes with a creamy base. Whenever I order this my family members are always dipping into it during the meal :P Paneer is fun if you've never had it - it's cheese, but honestly the texture feels like firm tofu. -Lamb Tikka - comes out on a sizzling plate, and the portion of meat is pretty decent for a single serving. The lambs are cubed into these nice chunks, tender, with a ton of flavor. -Salmon Tikka - same presentation as the lamb. The salmon is super tender, less salted than the lamb, but still flavorful. We've been consistently happy here! Thank you :)

The food was decent. I loved the mango lassi, garlic naan, and chicken tikka masala. The chicken…read moremomo was okay. The curry spice in the momo was a bit overpowering. What I didn't like was the wait time. Waited over 30 minutes for the food to come out when there were only two sets of customers. The music they had on was some kind of religious chanting on repeat. It was nice at first, but it got old fast. Overall I have mixed feelings about dining here.

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