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Yes, we did have to wait about thirty minutes before getting seated. But dare I say, every minute was worth it! Phayul is a small Tibetan restaurant and I really wanted to try their momos! There is a bit of seating, so we needed to wait for one to open up. However, while we were waiting, we got to place our order ahead. I got the steamed beef momos and my friend got a soup. These are THE BEST momos I have ever had, hands down. The skin has the perfect thickness, and the meat inside was so juicy and generous. I loved every bite so much, one of my favorite dumplings.
Came here for the famous momos, ordered to go & they were spot on! Agree with all others, takes 10 min wait for the order & they very kindly asked if I wanted to wait outside (no AC on a hot summers day). I didn't count of how many momos but the price has gone up to $10 & yes, its cash only. Ordered steamed beef & the filling was extremely tasty, highly recommend! Inside is small but if the temps are neither hot nor cold could see it as a nice place to sit & enjoy. Very much looking forward to going back & trying the rest of the menu.
The momos here hit the spot I needed on the day we went. It was very hot out and the restaurant is also very hot. They are also cash only. I would be curious to try some of their other dishes and also come back on a day it was not as hot
Chili Momo- was blown away by these!! I've had few experiences in my life where you could taste the love put into a dish but this was one of them. Not too spicy, tomatoey sauce flavor, and crispy dough. I can see why this place is so highly recommended. Also loved the interior decor and calming music which felt so cozy and intricate, taking you out of the busy city environment. Service was quick, but not too overbearing, allowing my friend and I to sit and talk. Overall great experience here!!
We visited Phayul as part of a Queens food crawl. As one of the OG momo places, it was a must. There are several types of momos (essentially Tibetan dumplings) available here, including original, steamed, fried, stir fried, and pan fried. At the recommendation of the server, we had the pan fried, which is a combo of steamed/fried. We had the chicken, the beef, and the veggie. All were super savory and delish. Well seasoned and flavorful. Service was kind and attentive. Prices reasonable. We got 24 momos (eight per serving) for around 45 dollars. They also offer fried noodles, thenthuk, laphing, tofu, veggies, pork, stir-fry, and a number of other Tibetan offerings. Someone stated this spot was cash only, and we came prepared, but ended up paying with card, so that part isn't true.
**CASH ONLY** Came at 6 PM on a Saturday and waited about 15 mins for a table. Beef steamed momo were perfect. The hand pull flat noodle soup with chicken was also so comforting - loved the chewy noodles and that they were cut into bite sized pieces! And the radishes. Note: Entrance is on 37th rd, up the stairs.
So So good- have been seeing this place everything and been dying to go. Small location upstairs but service and kindness were amazing. Really just went for the momos which were so good and flavorful. Also enjoyed some warm milk tea- was perfect little treat (pretty good size portions). Overall strongly recommend for authentic food
What started as a low key mom & pop tibetan hidden on the second floor has become more than that with its brick & mortar location. Not the fanciest of places but the food speaks for itself. The spicy beef, peanut chicken and Momo's are to die for. If you happen to stop anywhere from 11-4 you can take advantage of great happy hour deals. I'm no local to NY but this place holds a special place in my heart!. So much so that every time I touch base in NY I take the Q70 straight from the airport to get my first meal in with luggage and all. Will always recommend physiotherapy to anyone that I know is visiting the great city of New York.
My absolute favorite place to stop when coming to NY very close to the Q70 free bus ride from LaGuardia. This was my first stop and they never disappoint. The food is consistently delicious and the service is friendly. The ambiance is casual and clean. Highly recommend!!! 5 stars
Second stop on our food crawl was Phayul. We got some beef momos that were so juicy. The spicy sauces also don't kid around. One had a fermented taste and another was closer to a chili oil. Both added great flavor to the momos.
A cozy Tibetan restaurant! I was super excited to try Phayul and was not disappointed with their menu and amazing prices. To start off, I got the Butter Tea - unique blend of milk tea and a salty, buttery taste. Worth the try to get the full experience! To eat, my friends and I split Chicken Momos and the Dumpling Soup/Chicken Noodle Soup. The broth was very tasty with generous portions of noodles and dumplings. The soups paired nicely with chili oil! I will say it does feel a bit on the heavier side, so come hungry. The service was excellent - very friendly and accommodating. Loved being able to visit and support this restaurant!
Phayul was a lowkey spot that was difficult to find, although we noticed a larger, first floor version of the store across the street as we exited. The space itself is very casual, with just a few tables right up against the cooking space. We got a plate of pan fried chicken momos to share, and I'm already thinking about the next time I'll get to have them again! The momo skin was thin and light, with a satisfying crunch on the bottom from the pan fry. They were stuffed to the brim with juicy meat, and were especially tasty with the soy sauce and chili oil available at the table. We got a mango lassi as well, and it had a strong yogurt flavor to it. I hope to try some of the other dishes next time I'm there!
I come back to the original spot every trip to New York! Love their steamed momos, fried momos, tripe, sausage, beef tongue, and basically everything! It's pretty small and easy to miss. I've heard their second location is bigger, but I haven't been yet!
3 years ago
Delicious authentic tibeta cuisines. Steamed momos are top tier. No cap. Forget momo contests or momo crawls. Flavor is subjective. But these beef momos are authentic and delectable. $8.99 gets you ten. I love them! read more
Had a food crawl in Jackson Heights, and momos are a must! This was a popular spot for them, with 2 locations close by to each other. Keep in mind the menu prices are not updated. This was the second time where the cashier rounded up on the money they charged again. Where is the honesty here! Luckily, the Beef Momos (~$10) were as reputable as they could be. They tasted just as amazing as the last time I had them. The nostalgia of the juice, the hearty beef flavor, and the thick skin, all came rushing back. This time, I added hot sauce to them, and they were spiiicy. But delicious nonetheless. read more
2 years ago
We stopped by and grabbed an order of the vegetarian fried momos. Service was fast on a weekend afternoon, which was well appreciated. The actual momos were decent, but nothing crazy. Dough was a little bit thick and dense, and it tasted a bit stale, as if the momos were shaped quite a while back. The filling was good, but a bit mushy for my taste, and no particular flavor really stood out. I could see these being really good on a colder day, as they're super warm and filling, but other than that, wouldn't go out of my way! read more
4 years ago
On a crisp September day, we made the questionable decision to visit the Queens Momo crawl in Jackson Heights. Bumping and squirming past hoards of dumpling munchers, we decided to skip the 40 person lines at the street carts and went into Phayul. Solid choice! Food: 4/5: tasty, meaty, and plump Momo's here. We preferred the steamed beef, but the fried chicken were good too. We tried the butter tea. Beware! It's 50% melted butter and unless you plan on hiking a mountain, you don't need it. Service: 3/5: it was absolutely slammed with people that day...but it took 40 mins to get two orders of momo. And the servers took 25 mins to come check on us after we ordered. Still, it was the Momo crawl so it may have been an aberration. Ambience: 3/5: nothing fancy, but a relatively clean eating area and bathroom! Very crowded but see above Momo disclaimer Value: 4/5. $10 for 8 large Momo is a good deal! The rest of the menu looked reasonably priced too read more
1 year ago
It was a bit confusing given that there's another Phayul restaurant across the street but this Phayul is upstairs on the second floor can be easily missed. But thank you Tik Tok for this great recommendation. I came with a group of 6 and they were very accommodating as the largest tables they have are only for 4. It's a small seating area and can maybe fit about 20-25 people. We ordered a little bit of everything to try and everything was delicious. I'm not used to the type of cumin spice they used so dishes like the potatoes and stir fried noodles for me to chug some mango lassi but the flavor was still awesome. Worth the trek to Jackson Heights! read more
This is the second Nepalese/Tibetan restaurant that I have tried within the area, and overall the food is solid. We went to the 2nd floor portion of Phayul which is supposedly the original, and it was not too busy on a Saturday lunchtime. We ordered the beef gyathuk, chicken lhasa fried noodle, and pan fried beef momos. The gyathuk noodles were a bit too soft and overcooked, but otherwise the broth is very light and clear so it was good because they do not serve free water. The chicken lhasa fried noodle is very spicy but also very flavorful - I recommend this if you can handle spice. The pan fried beef momos kind of felt like potstickers but much larger and juicier. The beef is diced which makes the texture chewier and more delicious overall. Service is minimal as expected for these types of places, but the food is overall good for the most part! read more
2 years ago
Love the homey vibe and the open kitchen. Was lucky it wasn't busy. Ordered the pan fried beef momos and spicy pork. I think I will get the beef momos steamed next time. The pan fried felt too oily for me and made the skin more tough. But the filling was delicious. Love the spicy pork. Perfectly spicy with the rice read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
Phayul now has a larger restaurant space on 37th Rd, right across from their original storefront. This is a ground-floor space complete with booths and a bar which is a definite upgrade from their original cramped quarters. I came here for a takeout order of some fried chicken momos ($10) which were good, but not great. It lacked the juiciness I'm usually accustomed to and the fried dumpling wrapper was kind of tough to chew. However, I would return for a sit-down service for some thenthuk, which is a Tibetan hand-pulled noodle soup. Restorative and soothing, perfect for the winter. read more
3 years ago
A great Himalayan/Nepalese place with nice decor and very tasty food. The service is attentive and nice. I had the Lhasa fried noodles, spicy pork and chicken momo. Everything was fresh and delicious. They do take cards and have a bar! read more
5 years ago
One on my first stops on a restaurant hopping trip with my friend trying different cuisines. This is my go to spot everytime I visit JFK to pick up or drop off a family member. We just made it in nick of time to pick up our Jhasa Khatsa (chicken chili). This is a Tibetan dish and make sure you ask them to spice it up (if youlike yours spicy), they do make it spicy but punched with a lot of flavor. This is one of the best dishes I have had. While Im seated at the restaurant people hear me speaking in my native language and I always bump into people from my hometown, Bangalore. The place is crammed and lacks ambience but if you are in for some good food, just forget the ambience and enjoy the food that burns your tongue. My brother tried a pork dish from my prior visit and enjoyed his dish too. read more
Phayul is a small place on the second floor above a convenience store. It's no frills and the service was prompt but transactional. Behind the pass are several older Tibetan cooks making their homeland classics. I enjoyed the butter tea, which tastes a bit like how you might expect a liquid cream of wheat to taste. The Stir Fried Beef Noodles were savory, chewy and overall good. There isn't a lot of beef in the dish, but what was there was good. read more
10 months ago
11 months ago
This review is long overdue. We were seated in the outdoor section of the restaurant, which had a practical and unadorned setting. Unfortunately, the space was tainted by the nearby garbage collection section of the building, emitting an unpleasant smell. The service was quite inhospitable and remarkably inattentive during the relatively calm lunchtime. To start our meal, we ordered the beef momos (4/5). While the dough was slightly thicker than my preference, the filling inside was juicy and bursting with flavor. The spicy beef tongue (3.5/5) had a tender texture, though it retained a slight firmness when bitten into. The beef shabaley (4.5/5) was undeniably delicious. As for the Lhasa stir-fried noodles (4/5), it had a smoky flavor and is quite a simple, but delicious dish. This place was a decent introduction to Tibetan cuisine, although the service could have been better. Would I return or recommend this place? Probably not. For my personal taste, I find the cuisine to be rather bland and low in flavor profile in my opinion. Don't get me wrong, the food was decent, but it's like "steak and potatoes" in comparison to what Queens has to offer. read more
2 years ago
Total hole in the wall - there are 2 spots one visible from the street and the other on 2nd floor across the street. I heard to head upstairs from several reviews and it did not disappoint. We were the only ones in the tiny restaurant, but it was also an odd time to get food (4:30pm). We got the order to go and ate them on the street, until the Indian "bodega" nearby let us sit in their outdoor seating area. The beef momos were piping hot and incredibly juicy! The juice was literally pouring out of them. The beef flavor was really prominent and not at all bland. It came with 2 red sauces - 1 was more oil based with chili flakes, the other a pureed chili paste. I preferred the chili flake one over the other, which was less spicy than the paste. The paste was too hot and not flavorful enough. I'd totally come back for these! read more
2 years ago
Have you ever been to a place that makes you feel good when you left it? Phayul is that restaurant. I gave it five stars because everything about it was perfect. The customer service was incredible. From the moment they took our temperatures, to the moment they handed us the notepad for contact tracing purposes, to the fact that everyone in the restaurant had a mask on, we knew we were in safe hands. The food was delicious. You can't go wrong by having some butter tea. The white laphin was a delicious appetizer. I forget the specific name of it, but I had a delicious vegetarian noodle dish, and my fiancé had an incredible onion/green pepper/pork dish. The vegetarian momos were nice treat too. I'll be back in a heartbeat. I felt so good leaving, yet said that I was no longer in there eating. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
THE SPICY MOMOS ARE INSANE HERE !!! A must try, wine for 7 dollars, just an extremely tasty place with great food !!! Service is very good!!! read more
4 years ago
Hole in the wall mom and pop shops are the ones that serve the best food. We went to the location on the second floor on a Saturday night and was seated immediately. The open kitchen filled the restaurant brought a warmth that you were eating at someone's home. The momo was the star of the meal. It was juicy and piping hot as we saw the women folding them in the kitchen and steaming them immediately. 10/10 The hand pulled noodles has good texture but we found the soup rather bland. The hot sauce brought it to life. 8/10 The fried noodles were spicy but not overwhelming. It was full of flavor. 9/10 Tripe was spicy but we were provided with lots of water so nothing we couldn't handle. Had great texture as well. 9/10 The restaurant didn't have a lot of seats but they were busy all night both dining in and with takeout/delivery orders. Would definitely be back!! read more
4 years ago
Everything was delicious, and the food didn't take long to come, even when the place was bustling. I would say that my favorite dish was the potatoes momo. PS: The front store photos are not updated. This restaurant is now on a second floor. Look up and follow the signs they placed to guide you. read more
My friend and I decided that we wanted to familiarize ourselves with Nepali cuisine more and went to Phayul for lunch on a weekday. When we got there which was around 12 there weren't too many patrons but as we were finishing up the outdoor dining was pretty full which was around 1:30-200pm Most of the dishes were really tasty and had a good amount of spice. My favorite was the Lhasa noodles and least favorite were the vegetarian momos (felt like there were more potatoes than other vegetables, but maybe that's how they're supposed to be as I'm not too familiar with Nepali/Tibetan cuisine) I would definitely visit this place again once my stomach gets used to the spices, haha. I think it didn't seem to agree with mine or my friend's stomach. read more
Dined here on a Sunday evening. There's outdoor and indoor seating available. I'd wager about 15 ppl occupancy for either option. Firstly, they are grossly understaffed with only about 2 waitresses for the whole establishment--expect slow timing of drinks and poor timing of dishes. We ordered: - fried noodles: turned out to be your standard lo mein noodles with an extra spice kick. I'd rather pay $5 for this at a Chinese restaurant - Manchurian chicken - also spicy but it wasn't anything to write home about. It was like orange chicken. - Fried beef momo- I enjoyed this dish the most but it was still a bit bland. Using some of the table's hot sauces brought some flavor back to it - Pork - this had more fatty pieces that what I was expecting. All around disappointed with this place because the taste of the food didn't stand out to be more Tibetan than it was Chinese food. read more
This is the right address, FYI, not the one on the other Yelp page! Avoid that one! I came here for outdoor seating tonight and had a great dinner with a friend. She got the Shak Trak, I got the beef tripe, and we shared beef momos. I loved every bite. Having spent a couple weeks in Nepal eating momos on the daily, I can tell you theirs are so authentic and fresh! My friend wasn't crazy about them, but she raved about the sauce of her dish. I especially loved the tripe. If you love squishiness and protein, this is the entree for you. All was very filling and worth it. Prices are very affordable and appreciated. Cash only. The service is pretty slow and awful all around. If it wasn't for that, I would've given five stars. They take forever to bring you the bill or to-go boxes, so we wasted a bunch of time just waiting. I literally had to go inside twice to track them down. There was no one around when we got there, either, so we were lost on whether we should grab a table or wait for them to seat us. If you're not expecting superb service, it makes for a great dinner. Check it out for a unique cuisine and for inspiration to visit Nepal itself. read more
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This place is so damn good. Both times I've visited, I have been impressed by not only the food, but by the portions, price, and service. It's a cozy, sort of hole in the wall, small restaurant. There's also a bar, but the food is the main attraction. We ordered the Laphing, Lhasa Noodles, momo, and mushrooms with crispy pork. My favorite were the Laphing and mushrooms with pork. Though the momo is a traditional staple, it was not my favorite but I would still order again. Everything came up to around $45 and we were able to bring some home. Beware of the spice level. Everything we had was spicy with some more mild but still with a kick. I love spice but if you're someone that is weary, most of the dishes will probably be too much to handle. I will keep coming back and recommending this place to friends and family. Another gem in The food Mecca of Jackson Heights that does not fail! read more
2 years ago
Phayul exudes down-to-earth Tibetan vibes. While flavors resemble Chinese cuisine, dishes like Lhasa fried noodles, Tsak Sha La Kor Hot, and spicy pork offer delightful aromas and flavors. Owner's use of large images on menus caters to global customers. Tidying up could enhance appeal. read more
I feel somewhat torn about Phayul. I first had their momos during an annual momo crawl event and loved them, but last night was my first experience dining at the restaurant itself. The food is flavorful and tasty overall. My husband and I shared beef momos, pan fried noodles with pork, and the Manchurian chicken. The momos are plump and juicy and among one of the best I've had. The Manchurian chicken was very tender and well seasoned as were the noodles. My only minor complaint about the noodles is that several pieces of pork had very hard chunks of cartilage. I actually bit down on the first piece pretty hard and then was more careful with subsequent bites. I probably wouldn't order the dish with pork again as a result. The main reason why I'm giving the place three stars instead of a higher rating is because the service and front of the house seem beyond chaotic. When we entered, no one even acknowledged us for probably 5-10 minutes. There was another party also waiting along with delivery drivers, and a few parties came in after we did and quickly left. Everyone seems to be running around doing multiple tasks without really knowing what the next person is doing, and no one actually seems to have a designated role. Once we were eventually seated, we interacted with three or four different people and had no idea who our server actually was. We also ordered drinks from the bar but the person taking our order never put it in, so we had to flag them down again. They also never came back to see if we needed anything else. I would return for the food, but they could definitely use some improvement in terms of service. read more
4 years ago
This was a TikTok recommendation and it was so delicious. Everything was fresh and made to order. Can we also talk about how inexpensive it is??? We went as a group of 3 and ate so much food we were shocked at the bill! This was a great find!!! read more
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37-65 74th St
Fl 2
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
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(718) 424-1869
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Is the parking easy? I know it's queens and it might not be a relevant question but I want to know how easy is to find parking on the street ? Is there a parking garage around?
Parking is difficult. If you park a few blocks down towards Northern Blvd, you might find something.
What's the deal with the new location across the street? Is that the new location or are they keeping both locations?
Both are open. The one on the first floor is a bigger space. They just expanded.
Is the food halal?
Not Halal- if you call them they will inform you it is. However, there's no "halal" certification to back this information. So in a place that sells pork- I would not recommend halal consumers to eat here.
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