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    Nepali Kitchen

    4.7 (63 reviews)

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    Outdoor seating
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    Top (Chicken Momo), Right (Veggie Momo), Chicken Curry with Roti
    David K.

    On a whim, and because it was next to Pip's Donuts, my family and I went to try this restaurant. While, I do know Nepalese people, and while I have eaten at their homes, this was not bad. :) Food Chicken Momo - Fresh, slightly soupy dumplings packed full of chicken and spices. (In my head it's sort of a fusion between Chinese soup dumplings and Indian chicken, that you might find at a buffet) Veggie Momo - Fresh, slightly longer dumplings, that were a bit drier and spicier. (This one felt like a fusion between Lebanese falafels and Indian veggie pakora) Chicken Curry - Tasty, flavorful and lightly spiced curry that wasn't as saucy as I was envisioning. (But then, I'm comparing it in my head to Japanese curry). Service Great service with a smile. Very hospitable. Ambiance I *loved* the cultural setting: the tiny, cozy nooks that served as booths with the magntic mosquito blocking curtains. The stone elephant statues and the decor literally made me feel like I might have stepped from Oregon, US into Nepal.

    Masala chai
    Sunny B.

    While we absolutely love the cute concept and supporting family owned businesses, but weren't fans of the actual food here. The Nepali Kitchen is a family house turned into a cute restaurant with little cabanas for seating in the front yard. We ordered the masala chai, cheese and veggie momos, and veggie curry. I liked the masala chai, but felt that the momo and veggie curry were lacking in flavor. The cheese momo tasted a little bland, while the veggie momo and curry had a flavor mix that didn't complement well. I didn't end up finishing the meal.

    Azzy N.

    Very cute café. I like sitting in there little Cabanas and enjoying a warm beverage. They're chai was delicious but very very hot. It was my first time having Momos they were interesting kind of dumpling that goes well with chai. If it's your first time here I suggest getting a combination of Momos they make it half cheese and half chocolate if you ask.

    Cheese momos
    Andrew A.

    It took me a few years try this neighborhood spot and I will be back. You'll quickly notice the creative lovely layout and seating, definitely try the enclosed spaces. As the only customer the order of cheese momos took a very long time so don't be rushed. They are incredibly soft and buttery, but for a little more zing I'd probably opt for the pork and cabbage next time. A different cheese - tastes like Tillamook Cheddar - would elevate it. Owner and staff were very friendly as expected from anyone I've ever met from this culture. A fun little gem

    Sitting area. Cozy and cute.
    B G.

    So happy to return to this restaurant, now in Portland, previously our family's favorite in Lincoln City. Food fresh and delicious as always. Friendliest smile from the owner. I love how cozy he made the little sitting areas. I am so happy to have found him and plan to return with the kids who remember his food and restaurant from when they were much younger, on our trips to the coast.

    Chicken Momos
    CT. C.

    5 stars for Their Chicken Momos has a nicely mix of balanced flavors. It's seasoned very well if eaten alone, but the sauce enhances the entire flavor profile. The dough skin has the perfect ratio. It's not too thin that it falls apart when you pick it up and not too thick that you're only tasting dough. The seating pods are adorable! Plenty of residential and street parking We will be coming back for the rest of the items on the menu! Thank you!

    Chai tea $3 too much cinnamon
    Chandrika B.

    Most pathetic meal i have had in portland :( plz skip this place if u believe in yelp reviews. In $26.50 we got: 1. Chicken momos - toasted on the bottom and the filling seemed to be cooked seprately first before they were filled in. 1/5 Momos were served with weird yellow sauce. I wish they kept some regular momo chilli sauce too to be safe 2. Kitchen special meal - 1/5 not coming back. It had 2 kinds of potatoes - 1 was like warm aloo jeera which was ok 2/5 and other was cold boiled potato :( i wish they were warmed up. The best park was the peanut onion tomato salad on side which was the only edible thing. The chicken minced was cold too. 3. Chai tea $3 had too much cinnamon and the cup was filled to the brim and leaking The service was pathetic. No water offered. Half the things werecold. No one came to check if we needed anything. Never going back !!

    Chicken curry with rice & roti
    Tricia S.

    I waited too long to make my way to Nepali Kitchen. This tastes like home cooking! Chicken Curry - nice spice level! Chicken breast pieces cooked with mushrooms, onions, and peas. Perfectly cooked and enough spice to warm me up. I ordered the chicken with rice & roti for $9. Packaged to go, perfect lunch!

    Little booths for your own private dining.
    Josh B.

    I lived in Nepal once upon a time, and this is the real deal. No Anglo-Indian food masquerading as Nepali; this is genuine Nepali-style cuisine prepared by a Nepali cook. And sooooo good. Just like the Sherpa cook at our language school used to make. Not only is it delicious, this may be the most Covid-safe restaurant in Portland. It's divided up into a bunch of little booths outside, so each diner gets their own booth. And each one of them is charming and really puts you in the right mood for Nepali food. Definitely drop by here while the weather's still nice out -- you'll be glad you did.

    Anya R.

    Nepali Kitchen is a very unique restaurant with an inspiring story. Knowing that it's a family business is one thing, knowing the family was so dedicated to this dream that they turned their front yard into a mini oasis for the hungry customer is another thing entirely. We spent a great deal of time looking at and discussing the effort that went into building the little seating areas as well as extending lighting and electricity. This was obviously a labor of love from the family and that's something I think many people will forget to appreciate. Food: Great food all around! Whenever I get Nepalese I always make sure to get an order of Momos. I might have a small obsession with Momos and even went to a Momo making party with my college roommate who is Nepalese. So I have a lot of thoughts on Momos. I would say these Momos land in the top 5 Momos I've had. Ambiance: Very calming and cute experience. It's a relaxing place to just relax for a bit. I made the mistake of coming with very little time. I recommend to not be in a rush. Service: The people helping with extremely warm and friendly and it was nice to experience that in this environment. Overall I'd highly recommend this if you're coming to visit!

    Outdoor courtyard
    Taisiya S.

    This place is so cute and I wish them well. I loved all of the lil booths they have set up which allows privacy and spacing. I was on a walk in my neighborhood and decided to stop and check them out. They curry vegetables peaked my interest as I have a special diet and their menu listed, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and what I believe is Zucchini. I checked to make sure there was no flour, cornstarch or sugar in the sauce then grabbed an order to go for dinner. When I came home I realized it also had peas and potatoes in it which I do not eat as they are too starchy for me. Unfortunately I think the potatoes actually mixed with the sauce creating a starchy potato taste to it and I couldn't eat it. They were sorta plain for my liking but I do like the sauces they give you on the side to spice them up. Most probably won't care and don't have any issues with potatoes or peas but for me I would've preferred knowing this ahead of time. But they look adorable and if they had more items on the menu that I could in fact eat I would be back. But I wish them the best and welcome to the neighborhood!

    Chicken momos
    Peaches A.

    WOW!!!!!!! A+++++++++ We stumbled by this establishment in search of a good snack (momos). We were PLEASANTLY surprised to see a house turned restaurant front, with a beautiful anterior garden and cute private outside seating booths. We just knew we were going to get some homecooked love. We ordered just a plate of chicken momos ($8) that came with a tomato based sauce and coriander chili sauce (FRESH). From the first bite, it was heaven. I think my eyes rolled back into my head. Flavorful, fresh, and piping hot, would absolutely recommend.

    Elena P.

    This place is a jewel! It's so cute! I literally felt like I was in Nepal; I have no idea how it looks there but I definitely felt like I was in a different place. The food was good. The Paratha is so good!!! Everything is served in paper plates, plastic utensils, everything you'd use at a bbq party.

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    Very good authentic food, large portions for a good price. Very comfortable and unique outdoor seating. Friendly staff, small business

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    Sensation food. Limited menu, however, everything is superb. Extraordinary gentleman serving. His wife is an excellent cook. Quite charming.

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food and ambiance! This is the best chicken curry ever and the momos are divine! I can't wait to try the noodles next time!

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    A place like no other. A secret oasis of serenity. A magical illusion conjured by the mind of awakeness. Delicious, fragrant, satisfying.

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    I had the pork momos and could have had 100 more in the comforts of their patio cabana. Delicious food. Charming space. Warm people.

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    Best Nepali Kitchen in Oregon. Would recommend different tyoes of momos. Ambiance is like no other.

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    Ask the Community - Nepali Kitchen

    Is this place good for vegans?

    Yes

    Hi is the chai sweet? Or can it be ordered without sugar? Thx

    Hello, We provide both, our regular chai is a little sweet but we can also make our chai with no sugar if requested.

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