What a hidden gem!!!! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will be going back soon!!! We came from Harlem to visit and stumbled across this wonderful restaurant! The food was amazing and delicious... Our server Tenzie was amazing!! Her suggestions were spot on! You must try the lollipop wings as we as the lamb and goat dishes! Be prepared to take home a doggie bag!! Love this place!! Convenient too by mass transit! 6Stars!! read more

Came here with some friends who have tried this spot before. It was a bit late and somewhat close to closing time (an hour or so); however, they still were able to take us in given our group size. This is my first time trying Nepalese food; however, it is very similar to Indian food and turned out not to be that different. Our server was nice and took our orders. Food didn't take that long to be served. We had a variety of dishes, which were a mix of Chinese/Indian fusion dishes. Most of the dishes were good; I do wish they were a bit spicier, but maybe you have to let them know at the time of placing your order. Portion sizes were not bad either. Nothing really stood out, but it wasn't terrible either. Overall, had a good time due to the company. read more

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Tasty filling food in a convenient location. Went for the buffet and there were several trays to choose from. The first naan is complimentary. All the selections were delicious and good portions sizes. All self serve, with a limit of 40 minutes per party. Staff were very friendly and inviting. They explained the process and were very hospitable. Inside has a number of two seat tables. On the smaller side and tables are relatively close to each other read more

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This spot is delicious. We had the hot & sour soup (very spicy), the chicken biryani, and Chicken saag. They were all excellent. The service was friendly and prompt and location clean. I wish I lived closer and could eat here more regularly. I would recommend this to anyone seeking authentic Indian food. read more

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3/5 mango lassi- pretty tart, very plain yogurty, wish it was actually sweeter 4/5 Combo steam momo $12: 5/5 4pc Beef momo- really good 4/5 noodles- nice & chewy noodles 5/5 veggies- nice, crisp 1/5 beef - this whole dish easily cuda been a 5/5 if the beef wasn't so dry & burnt that the aftertaste was just a nasty burnt taste 4/5 butter chicken- really good, they make it really spicy if requested 4/5 fried rice- so good 5/5 chili soy sauce- can I hire whoever makes this to be my personal chef? this is hands down THE BEST chili soy sauce I've ever had, it wasn't even spicy, even tho the chili is sliced into chunks, so umami but not even salty read more

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After seeing this place being reviewed highly on social media, I gave it a shot. It was just ok. There were about 7-8 choices in the buffet today. There was curry goat that was good. The butter chicken was bland. The tandoori chicken was a bit burnt but tender and edible. I had to dig to find pieces that weren't burnt. The jeers rice was just plain rice. The saag paneer was ok. The fried veggie patty was a bit over fried but edible. The best thing was the rice pudding. The staff was attentive with refilling our water cups and taking old plates away. Might come back and give it another shot. read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

I got influenced to try their lunch buffet, which runs from 12 to 3 PM for just $18. The restaurant is Indian and Nepali-owned. There were nine dishes in total, and honestly, I was disappointed. The chili chicken curry, which was the only chicken curry available, was overly sour, and neither my sister nor I enjoyed it. The chicken biryani was bland and lacked flavor, probably the worst biryani I've had. My favorite item was the naan. It was soft, fluffy, and easily the standout of the meal. But naan being the standout is a little like saying the best part of the concert was the folding chair. Overall, I would pass. 3/5 for affordability and their naan. read more

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This is my first time visiting after it has been renovated and since they changed their store name. I went for my usual beef momos and chicken chow mein. The chicken felt kind of hard (maybe a bit overcooked) but it was still pretty good. The Momos were good too; I think they're very comparable( in terms of price and taste) to all the other Momo shops in the area. Service was quick and efficient. They accept cards but be prepared to pay a 3% fee, so instead, I recommend paying with cash. read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Beef momos - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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This is a great, intimate spot for families and friends to gather and eat. The service only took about 15 minutes to prepare the food. I recommend getting your meal as spicy as possible, as some portions felt a bit bland. However, the spicier options bring out more flavor--at least that was my experience with the butter chicken. read more

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I was near Namaste Tasi Delek Restaurant & Bar and decided to stop in for dinner. I was looking for vegan options, so I asked the server about the menu. The server was very patient and helpful while explaining the dishes. They told me that many vegetarian dishes include cream or butter, but a few options could easily be prepared vegan, such as Aloo Gobi and Bhindi Masala. I asked if they could prepare the dish with no chili spice, less salt, and less oil, and also make it fully vegan with no cheese, milk, or cream. The server said they were happy to accommodate my request. Each dish also came with rice. The food was delicious and well prepared, and I really appreciated how the restaurant was willing to adjust the dish to match my dietary needs. Overall, I had a very pleasant dining experience. The service was excellent and the food was satisfying. read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Aloo Gobi - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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They are continuing the Delhi Heights tradition (that former name is still there alongside the new name on some of the menus and signs) and while their north Indian menu is a bit smaller than before the food is just as good, which is to say amazing. The chicken they use in the chicken tikka masala is thigh meat I believe and so moist and flavorful as a result. (The chicken tikka platter is also wonderfully moist and flavorful,) The Palak Paneer and garlic naan are both the best in the neighborhood. We got delivery and everything came very fast and very hot. I'm sure the Nepali and Tibetan dishes are also great but don't neglect the amazing Indian options here. read more

Namaste Tashi Dalek Restaurant is more than just a place to eat--it is a wonderful place that showcases our Nepali food, culture, and hospitality. The food is always fresh, healthy, and delicious. The friendly, family-oriented atmosphere and outstanding customer service make every visit enjoyable. Even while living in a foreign country, this restaurant makes me feel at home. For me, Namaste Tashi Dalek Restaurant is the No. 1 restaurant. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Nepali food and warm hospitality. Thank you to the entire team! read more

My friend and I recently had their buffet lunch and we loved it! Their curry goat and chicken tikka were incredibly tender and tasty; everything else was great as well. All for $16. Highly recommended! We spoke with the very friendly owner afterwards and learned that he was Nepalese. I love the Indian food that they make. Bajeko in Sunnyside is also Nepalese owned and makes great Indian food as well. read more

Namaste Tasi Delek Vegetarian Comb Fried Noodles & 4pcs Fried Momo Vegetarian Dumplings Soup Vegetarian Biryani Vegetarian Vegetarian Nepali Thali Vegetarian Chilli Vinegar View all Namaste Tasi Delek 4.3 (131) Delivery RestaurantOpen Overview Menu Reviews Photos By owner About Jimmy John 6 reviews a minute ago New The owner and all staff members were extremely cordial, professional and very welcoming of every guest to this wonderful happy restaurant. The food was excellent with varieties of different vegetarian and non vegetarian along with an excellent dessert. The quality of the food and the ambiance along with the proximity to public transportation is excellent. I visited the restaurant with my 3 friends from Ecuador. They were in food heaven after tasting all the delicious food and wanted to go to sleep because of the good food. The buffet for $ 18 was the best spread that you could ask for. The variety and choices for different foods are excellent. They have special lunch, dinner, and a full bar. The selection of food for lunch and dinner is even better. I wish the owner and the staff all the very best and may God bless this business to grow, thrive, and spread to other places too. Jimmy Puthumana read more

The buffay was great. Loved all the food and affordable too. The staff were friendly too.It is spacious.

Been ordering the chicken steamed momo's from here for quite sometime now - almost 7+ years. Even though they have been quite consistent with their momo's (since that's all I ever order), my only biggest concern is they barely answer their phone when I call to order ahead of time. Not only that, when they do answer, they answer the phone like someone is answering their house phone - by saying "hello!" It would be nice to greet the customer with the name of the business so I or anyone else knows it is the right place we called and not someone's house. Common business etiquette - goes a long way! read more

I like wai wai sadeyko and chatpat from this place, so i bought some frozen momos. This was the first batch i was making and found hair in my momo. I went there next day, complained about my momo and even showed him this picture. He zoomed it and said this is not a hair, it must the steel sponge that you use to wash dishes. I was shocked. I didn't even expect this answer from him. I just wanted an apology and my money back, but he gave me my phone back and left. After this incident i don't even go there to buy chatpat. Very dissapointed with their customer service. What can i even expect from a nepali guy. read more

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Namaste is a strange looking restaurant located in the basement. It is a veerry causal restaurant. There was music videos playing on the television, laid back customers just hanging out drinking beer and they also sell lottery tickets. There is even a mini slot machine in the corner. Even though it specializes in momos, I decided to try their thukpa. Bad idea. The chicken thukpa was bland but not unedible. On the other hand, my friend had the beef thupka which was terrible! It tasted like stale dirty water and the beef looked weird and fake. The food also upset my stomach. The prices were cheap but not worth it. Maybe the momos are better. read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Chicken thukpa (looks good, but bland) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

We stopped by on a food tour, so we only had the chicken dumplings. They were good along with the spice tray. The location is in the basement of Delhi Heights, small and nothing fancy but quiet. read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - a plate of dumplings - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Tucked away in the back of Merit Kabab, not surprised if you didn't even know this place existed. It would be understandable if you never made it past Merit's brilliant display of meats and fish and vegetables and rices to the Momo's in the back. But don't do yourself wrong by ignoring this: get a plate of momos! The filling of the chicken momos was SO flavorful. There was pepper and vegetables and it was so fresh! I couldn't decide if I liked the steamed or the fried version better. Good thing I didn't have to decide because you can order a combo that comes with both. For $10 you get 8 momos which I think is a steal. It's the perfect little appetizer before you dive into all of Merit's food. Amazing, they even have frozen momos to go! Forget that nonsense you get at Trader Joe's and come here to pick up some authentic Nepali street food. read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Delicious freshly made momos. We got the chicken and meat. Their texture was good and because we got them fried they came without soup. Just good and simple momos. The place is on the basement of a store and they have lots of options. Mera's Tip: take the stairs. read more

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I hate to write bad reviews, but sometimes I have no choice. I frequent Jackson Hights for the south Asian and Far East cuisine. I'm a big fan of Himalayan Nepalese food after trying it out at Nepali Bhanchha Ghar several time. I also don't mind the modest accommodations. My visit this time was to go to Lhasa Fast Food, but after failing to find it, I opted to visit Namaste instead. Here's a quick summary. We ordered the following with a brief comments: 1. Jhol Momo Chicken & Beef - This Momo was lame at best. It was more than 1/2 empty, mixed in a boring gravy and was more dough than anything else. 2. Fried Momo Beef - Filled with a mini sample of beef, again more dough than anything else. 3. Chicken Chow Mein - Chicken was hard and stale. Tasted much better Chow Mein everywhere else. 4. Beef Chow Mein - Beef was not edible as you can see from the pic. Looks stale, tasted old and fatty. Just terrible. Meat was not fresh. Couldn't eat any more of it. 5. Selroti - Took one bite and returned it to the kitchen. Hoping they threw it out where even starving stray cats don't get to it. I'd hate to see the disappointment on their face too! 6. Chicken Fried Rice - left it untouched after I tried everything else! I've had enough disappointment for one place. 7. Coke - The only thing I really enjoyed today! I did not mention the modest basement accommodation because I'm not new to this. I frequent Nepali Bhanchha Ghar which is less than a block away with similar atmosphere, but unlike this place, the food at Nepali Bhanchha Ghar is phenomenal especially the Momo's. Namaste did not live up to the reviews I've read. I'm not a very picky eater, but I expect freshness and heart from the food I eat. This place lacked any imagination and never gave me a pleasant memory to leave with. I can say with certainty that I will never step foot here again. And will be very careful not to blindly believe the reviews on this site. Nepali Bhanchha Ghar has 3.5 stars rating, but it's north of 4 starts in my book. Namaste restlessly earned this 1 star because it's the absolute minimum! read more

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Buried in the back of the popular Merit Kebab Palace http://www.yelp.com/biz/merit-kabab-palace-jackson-heights), Namaste Tashik Delek provides a much needed variety of Himalayan / Tibetan / Nepalese fare for all hungry and curious mouths 24 hours a day. I've often found myself here when taco and arepa carts just weren't doing it for me and when Kabab King (http://www.yelp.com/biz/kabab-king-diner-jackson-heights) looked like it was having a Black Friday sale. Late night momos have been a stellar source of post 4AM cravings that is a nod to unique variety as it is about simple tastes. The momos here are good, perhaps not as good as Potala Fresh Food (http://www.yelp.com/biz/potala-fresh-food-jackson-heights), but still decent. I find the skin is a big doughy at times, but it still has a fresh inkling of momo juice with every bite. I personally believe they're best during the day time, when it's more crowded, and the momos are cranked out by the dozens. Momos are what they do best here, but I've also sampled some of their balep korkun, a type of flatbread they heat up on a skillet or frying pan, as well as some of their chowmin (chow mein). Whenever I get the flatbread they serve it with this chili sauce that gets some good heat. The chowmin noodles are fluffy without being too oily, but perhaps my tastebuds show my preference to the Chinese variant, since this was a bit on the bland side. Usually I keep it real simple and go for a $5 order of momos and call it a meal. I've eaten at Merit so many times that I can't believe I missed this back counter where Tashi Delek sells their goods. It only took a few late night encounters for me to warm up to it, but I'm quite glad I did. And I'm even more thankful they're open 24 hours a day. read more

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Stopped by just to pick up 2 orders of momos (dumplings) on my way home. I got 1 order of chicken momos and 1 order of beef momos. Both were pretty good. The chicken was lighter in flavor and the beef was very meaty tasting. My only complaint was that the skin on the momos are too thick. I like the skin to be thinner. The momos come with 2 sauces (1 mild and 1 very spicy) for dipping. Prices were pretty cheap - for takeout: 8 chicken momos for $5 - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/TFE8EAjOqkrHYM9jH6De0A?select=igoLUJ3AMCPOqWFMjXHAqg 7 beef momos for $5 - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/TFE8EAjOqkrHYM9jH6De0A?select=mrKT5DJ0C738v_NgQyiQMg They are open 24/7. They also deliver (10 block radius) and requires a $20 minimum order. They are located right by the entrance to the 7 train on 74th Street in Jackson Heights. Overall, dumplings were good as expected. I could imagine these dumplings to hit the spot after a night out on the town! read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Chicken Momos - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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Beware this place does not look great. Also there are usually people who are too chilled as customers. Like come on, the place is in the basement. They need an upgrade! If you don't mind how the place looks, the food is delicious! The momos are so fresh! My favorite is the sauce lollipop chicken (its a little spicy). It's so good though! I love it with rice (you have to order the rice separately). I always get a bag of their frozen momos to make at home. $20 for 50 pieces. Did I mention they are HALAL! Yay! read more

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There's a tragic quality about Namaste Tashi Dalek (NTD) - that 900 pound albatross wrapped around its neck is a mediocre Indian joint named Merit Kebab palace (RIP). Whenever the boys at Merit does a bad job cleaning the toilets and the back section start to smell, the customers at NTD suffer. Whenever they piss off a customer at the front with surly service, some misinformed hipster skips out on them. Now that Merit is closed "for renovations" (yeah, whatever. It's probably because they skipped town to avoid back taxes/suppliers and took down a wall to pretend they are working on it.). You will have to go around the block to 37th Av/Diversity Plaza for a fix at their other location (it's downstairs at Delhi palace). The truth of the matter is, Namaste Tashi Dalek is a good place to eat, but you'll have to convince your date/SO that the shabby, busy, noisy dirty looking joint is worth the effort. I took three past SOs there and only one (begrudgingly) tolerated it. Guess which one I ended up marrying. So the first thing to ask...are the momos good? Every momo joint does things differently, and it's up to your own personal preferences. The Potala truck does theirs almost like a Shanghai style soup dumpling, except they use rough chopped beef and mutton. Considering how Potala is an outdoor cart the heartier flavor works better. Friends uses finer chopped but adds some tumeric in theirs so it has a yellow tint. Amdo is similar to Potala but has a thinner skin and a finer texture. NTD? Their momos are actually similar to a Shandong style potsticker, crescent shaped, thinner skin, but juicy. $6 gets you an order and they toss in a bottle of CostCo water for free. I don't usually come in for momos, I gun for their chicken thenthuks. A bowl of hearty soup with free-form "slicker" noodles that has bits of chicken and veggies (previously frozen veggies, the same that you find in their Manchu-Mirch, or Chinese-Indian style chow-meins). $6 gets you a steaming bowl, and all you need to do is add some of their sauces. A dash of birds-eye Chile infused soy, some of their chili garlic hot sauce, and maybe their tomato Chile sauce. A good side dish is the Aloo Dum, which is a mix of spiced potatoes punctuated with jalapeño peppers and peppercorn that goes for about $3 a plate. It's good eats for the winter and an excellent value. As for their chow-mein, it's okay if you like the Panda Express variety, it's fresher tasting and has a bit more flavor. Another thing to try is their thali - about as competent as the ones at Mustang Thakali but quite a bit cheaper. Of course, this place does have its drawbacks. The back table gets crowded with Tibetan or Nepali customers, and the new location involves descending a set of shabtastic stairs. It's also comically arranged as a bar, restaurant and lottery ticket purveyor, but hey, they cater to local needs. Have some patience. You shall be rewarded. read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Cash only, and with the round chicken and crescent beef momo varieties - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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Just brought home Gyoza and Chilly chicken. Loved it‼ Great quality and taste! The sauces side were also a WW! Mains portion cud be a bit bigger Totally njoyed!! read more

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Maybe i was expecting something better.. i thought the hot sauces were great. The beef in the dumplings had a strange consistency... maybe the indian buffet turned me off.... Not sure but not happy with dumpings read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Looks good... not as tasty as was expecting - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

One of the many hidden Momo spots in Jackson Heights. Heads up, it is located in a basement, looks a little shady but the food is good. I ordered the the Vegetable Mok Thuk (Soup with Momo) and Chicken Momo. The Mok Thuk is perfect for the cold weather, has a strong minty flavor. The filling of the vegetable Momo was very similar to a spring roll. I personally liked the Chicken Momo more than the vegetable. read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Mok Thuk - Vegetable - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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Momos were a No-No for me till a friend brought me to this place. A true hold in the wall place, more like in the basement but I was blown away. Now I know wat they call them momos, cuz you just want more and more of these yummy goodness. We got the chicken and beef medium spicy chili momos, 1 Chana, 2 complimentary chicken stock soups and 2 bottles of water for $19. If that doesn't make you wanna run to this place then I don't know what will? read more

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Halal !!! Yes they make their dumplings with 100% halal chicken or beef. Located in the Basement next to a bigger restaurant. These "squishy little pockets of joy" are good on their own or better with the 3 diffferent sauces served up. Halal dumplings yo! read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Chicken(round) and beef(crescent) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Momos for beginners, that's how I refer to Namaste Tashi Delek Momo Dumpling Palace. It took me awhile to find this stall, to brave past the Tandoori chicken and chaos. For an outsider who is used to everything so formulated in the restaurant business, it can be daunting to step inside the Merit Kebab and Dumpling Palace. People are shouting all over the place, the line is scattered, and the people are so engrossed in their food you will wonder how to break through that barrier and become one of them sinking your fingers into a plate of colorful orange, yellow, and hot pink rice. All the way in the back is Nepalese/Tibetan food. I like to buy their momos. They come eight pieces in a Styrofoam container. I started out with beef. Once, I watched the juice of the momos quickly coagulate. I now shy away from the beef fat and have moved on to the chicken momos. The veggie momos take 10 minutes to steam and I like my food fast when I'm starving off the train. I have yet to try the healthiest option of momos. The beef and chicken ones are just always readily available. There are two dipping sauces that come with the momos- a buttery sweet Tamarind one or the put your mouth on fire tomato chutney one. I like to get both and switch back and forth. A lot of people say that the momos at Namaste Tashi Delek Momo Dumpling Palace are not the best but I like them. They are a nice introduction to momos and to me they most resemble a Chinese dumpling, plump and crescent shaped. The dough is not too thick. The wrapped is strong enough to hold the filling and hearty enough to warm the belly. I eat them like a meal. On cold days I like to buy the chicken soups with Thukpa thin noodles almost like spaghetti or Thentuk hand pulled thick noodles. The soup tastes homemade and are quite substantial. I like to put the soy based sauce into it with the peppers. It gives it a nice spicy, sour, vinegarish flavor. If you pay in cash, they charge $1 cheaper. The steam table looks good with lots of potatoes and chicken. You won't run out of options with Namaste Tashi Delek Momo Dumpling Palace. You just gotta be a little adventurous. read more

Where do I start. I have been looking for a halal dumpling place for the longest! Not a lot of people give this place much attention because it's downstairs next to a big fancy restaurant. The best part is its HALAL! I got the steam beef dumplings and it sooo delicious served with 3 different sauces! This place may not appeal a lot but trust me Highly recommend this place! read more

Namaste Tashi Delek - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

I'm particularly intrigued by the gent who believed the condiments served with the momos are "mustard and ketchup." If I ever had my tongue surgically removed, I'd save lots of money by avoiding restaurants (even cheap takeout stalls) and sticking to Alpo by the can. In New York these days, it's hard to review this kind of thing "credibly." There's always someone who did a few semesters in college in Lhasa who'll tell you that what you're eating is a pale imitation of the "real thing." And then some other scenester who hiked all the way to Qamdo (for the express purpose of getting interrogated by Chinese authorities and posting about it on Facebook) will one-up his Lhasa bud and tell you, "No, man. That Lhasa product is for city suckers. You've really got to hit the roadside momo shacks of eastern Tibet just after the kerosene is delivered." Anyway, I liked my momos. I really preferred the steamed vegetable dumplings to the fried chicken momos. The latter were a bit oily. The skin was a bit too thick, and the filling wasn't quite as flavorful as I'd like. The vegetable momos suffered from none of the above deficiencies. The above mentioned "mustard and ketchup" were the best part. The hot yellow sauce had a kick that I didn't expect. And now the woman who inner tubed down the Ba River as part of her graduate thesis will arrive to disabuse me of the notion that I enjoyed this place. read more

My sister returned from a trip to India 6 months ago raving about Tibetan dumplings called momos. We thought if we could find momos anywhere in the United States, New York was a good start. Specifically, Queens. (BTW, Himalayan Restaurant Tsampas in Manhattan has changed their concept to a Peruvian-Japanese fusion cuisine and no longer has momos). Namaste Tashi Delek Momo Palace is at the foot of the stairs of the subway station at 74th-Roosevelt. It shares the same entrance with Merit Kabab Palace. For momos, go to the stand in the back. It's $6.00 for 8 momos and a bottle of water. The nicest woman ever helped us. We ordered and took a seat. The nice lady brought our order to the table. The momos came with two sauces, one spicy, the other less spicy. Absolutely delicious. We had the chicken and the veggie. The thick momo skins were awesome. So good!!! The dining space is shared with Merit Kabab, which has a million menu items. Lunchtime gets busy and it looks like an Indian fashion show. I loved the beautiful dresses! I am counting the days until we come back!! read more

I cant understand why this place has so many positive reviews... The place is literally a small little stand in the back of Merit Kebab Palace; the new influx of Tibetan/Nepalese immigrants has led to many of these small shops opening in Jackson Heights. However this is probably one of the worst choices for momos and Tibetan/Nepalese foods. In fact the momos I had here were terribly wrapped and they fall apart when you bite into them. For those who have had good momos they are often well wrapped with not too much dough but the highlight is the juiciness of the dumplings. When you bite into them there is an explosion of flavor and sauce/soup. Biting into these you will only give you a sense of disappointment and regret for not going to the other spots. The only good thing about this shop is that it is open 24 hours and because it is located at the back of another store there is a variety of different foods you can have when you decide to visit. read more

So after having some not-so-appetizing momos this weekend, I wanted to try another place so I could finally stop craving them. I remembered this place because I thought it was strange that it was inside of another restaurant called Merit. There were multiple people getting plates full of these dumplings, so I decided to give it a shot. And I'm glad I did. I got the chicken momos (they were 8 pieces for $5). The previous momos I had tasted like they were cooked after having been removed from a frozen, pre-packaged container. These, however, tasted fresh. The meat inside was mixed what tasted like cilantro and some other spice which made them really delicious. The best part was the hot sauce with which it was served. I think I've found my new guilty pleasure! read more

Gosh, where do I begin? 6 dollars for a plate of steaming beef momo, alongside a bowl of soup broth, and a bottle of mineral water is as sweet of a deal as you're going to get as far as budget meals in New York are concerned. Add that to the wonderful wait staff, who have been creating these delectable momo for years, and are constantly pleasant- AND tell you not to forget them when you tell them you're leaving New York for a bit. The hot sauce and the tomato sauce are also equally delicious. Please do note that they have moved from their present location and can be found under the Delhi Heights, which is also somewhere in Jackson Heights. The decor may leave much to be desired, but it's one of those places that will make you forget about such logistics. Been going here since 2006, and never been disappointed. read more

As usual, I had a limited time frame since I had to be somewhere in Manhattan later in the day, but I certainly had enough time to sit and enjoy some chow mein at a Tibetan fast food shop. I had read about it and was eager to try it for lunch. I admit I usually count on my trusty Iphone and the Maps application to guide me through neighborhoods that I'm not so familiar with. After plugging in the address and following the directions, we found ourselves on a very residental street in Queens with no sign of any businesses, let alone a food joint. I soon realized that where Maps sent me was a completely different address than the one I had entered. I have no idea how or why this happened, but time was ticking and we needed to get this lunch before too long. So I had to look up at the numbers and make my way to the correct address (just like the old days), which ironically (and frustratingly) was literally just outside the subway station (a different station than the Maps app told us to take). We went on a wild goose chase for nothing. But this is not a review of the Iphone, so I'll get to the food -- which we had to take out and eat on the train. There are two food stands here. The first is Bengali food and further back in the corner is the Tibetan Tashi Delek. The chow mein was tender and chewy and not too greasy. The vegetables were fresh and cooked well. And the dried beef was incredibly interesting. It had a salty smoky flavor that was reminiscent of beef jerky (in a good way). The chow mein wasn't anything groundbreaking, but it was a good version of a dish I don't regularly eat. And it was surprisingly well-prepared and fresh. The dumplings (I think these were from the Bengali stand) were underwhelming and the stuffing was not overly fresh. The sauce however was incredibly spicy and exciting. The chaat was amazing with both spicy chickpeas and cooling sauce. Next time, I'll make sure I have enough time to select my food carefully and really get a feel for the color of this place. That or I'll just have to try mapquest instead. -eatthisny read more

Was hungry and driving through the area on the way home. Decided to Yelp my dinner and pulled over on the side of Roosevelt and search for what was close-by, cheap, and something I'd never tried before. Nepalese dumpings it was! Got the chicken dumplings for $5. Delicious and filling. Wasn't a fan of the spicy sauce, but the milder yellow sauce was great. Very good cooking, the price is right, and obviously the local folks seemed to enjoy it. And I'll be back sometime soon. read more