I visited in a party of 4 on a Saturday afternoon around 3pm as part of a Sunnyside food crawl! The…read morerestaurant decor was cozy, clean, and cultural - very spacious and such a nice spot. Great service too. We ordered the timmure chicken, bandel sekuwa, and kothey chicken momo - timmure chicken was my absolute favorite! The momos were incredibly juicy and came with two super delicious sauces, and the bandel sekuwa was also very tasty. The sekuwa was a bit tougher / saltier than expected, but still tasted very good with the puffed rice with horseradish. Everything is so authentic, which is refreshing after so much time in Manhattan! Each dish came out to be around ~$15, which is very reasonable for NYC. I'd definitely come back to try more dishes!

Authentic Nepalese food in the heart of Woodside! The restaurant is spacious and great for groups…read more The dishes were full of flavor - curries were on point and the meats were spiced so well. It's nice to have a variation of food options in the neighborhood.

Spice Nepal was not quite what I expected. We tried the veg pakoda and chicken momo, and…read moreunfortunately, both were disappointing. The food was too oily and too salty for my taste. We also tried the butter tea, which was not what I expected either. The restaurant was pretty empty when we walked in, which probably should have been our first warning sign. The saving grace was the chicken wings, which were actually good, along with a cold Coca-Cola. Overall, it was a mixed experience. There were a couple of good things, but the food quality definitely needs improvement. 3 stars.

This was my first time ever having Nepalese food so I definitely had trouble choosing from their…read moremany options. We decided to stick with the chicken sekuwa, the salmon curry and a side of roti. The chicken sekuwa was a great surprise, it came with like a puffed rice that was superglue to eat texturally and went great with the marinated chicken. The fries were not expected but very enjoyable as I love fries. The salmon curry was something very different so I definitely wanted to try that. The curry in itself was on the looser end, more like a soup however, the flavor was really good and the salmon was nice and tender. The roti was a lot more like a tortilla than what I was expecting but it was still enjoyable. Overall the food was definitely new to my palate and super light which I enjoyed and the service was great. The food did take a while to come out but the server did check up on us to let us know as well and helped us with getting sauces that we asked for. I can't wait to try out their momos next time I stop by!

New Nepali Cafe in New York. It's a small cafe, but they have variety of drinks and food options…read more When i entered this place, it had a funky smell. Smelled like gutter. I felt like the prices were little high for a cafe located in Queens. We ordered Aloo cheese pakora, veg chowmein and dumplings combo and beef keema noodles. Me being a Nepali, food was really dissapointing. Aloo pakora was okay. Keema noodle was very dissapointing, didn't taste like keema noodle, beef was saucy. We added some more chilly oil which made it easier to eat. We don't waste food, so we did finish it. I will not be comming back to this place for sure.

A small spot but seating is comfortable. The service is friendly and attentive…read more The Beef Momo in Johl had a great kick and beefiness. There is a good wrapper to meat ratio. The Chicken Chilly with Rice had tender chicken. I love the onions mixed in. It is not spicy, so you can ask for some house hot sauce (the waiter offered it) if you want more of a kick. The house hot sauce is has a spiciness that builds up! The rice was great for soaking up the sauce (I used it to soak up the johl as well). The Masala Tea had a great spice. I like adding some sugar to help balance the spices (I used ~1 packet, they give you 2, but I'm sure you can ask for more). i wanted to try the Lhaphing, but they don't make it anymore. Hopefully they update their menu to reflect that. Overall, a nice chill space for a small group or solo diner. A couple of the other diners were working on their laptops (like a cafe!)

This Himalayan spot is amazing. The food is unique, healthy, and delicious…read more FOOD I had the flatbread with Spanish chorizo and onion jam. It was so good! ATMOSPHERE Both the space and food are cozy and homey. It felt like I was at a friend's home. It's a lovely retreat from the bustling city. No sirens. No one yelling outside. I was able to slow down and enjoy my food and my peace simultaneously. SERVICE The staff are great! They're super professional and helpful. TIP If you're sensitive to high spice levels, I recommend mentioning it to your server.

So we attemted to go to Prung yesterday after seeing the Ertan video and it was as expected it was…read morechaotic...it looks much smaller in person than the video like 3-4 tables very close together more of a take out place vibe...will wait for the hype to die down. Anyway we went to Dawas next door and eqs not dissapointed...I past by like hundreds of times and never been i thought its pretty solid so it worked out. Got Chana & Gwarami Jasha Katsa Chicken sekuwa Laphing

Another stop on my first Jackson Heights food tour. This Nepalese spot offers Nepali foot,…read moreBhutanese food, Tibetan food, and Indian food. The food types are similar but offer different spice/flavor profiles. They have a large section of noodles, soup, and rice. A veggie section with various combos of cauliflower, potatoes, onion, bamboo, blackened peas, mustard greens, and spices. Some of the Indian dishes: paneer butter masala, palak paneer, chicken tikka masala. Some of the appetizers include crispy tofu, fried soybeans, a Nepali snack platter with marinated meat, goat, beef tripe, sliced beef tongue, fried jerky, duck. They also have a momo section. We had their famous chicken lollipops (essentially fried chicken) and it was crispy and spicy (in a good way). We also had sadeko (marinated or tossed) bacon, which was rich and tender. I had one of their Nepali cocktails, which was pleasantly spicy (the chatpata aam, made with tequila, spicy chatpatey syrup, and mango puree). Service was attentive. Inside is cozy, lots of dark wood and colorful flags. They also often have entertainment in the evening, so I would love to return to hear some live music while trying more Nepali cuisine.

A bit overrated and overshadowed by the nice ambiance…read more I may be biased since I've been to Nepal twice and my palate consisted of dal bhat every single day I was there (momos were a luxury on the trek)--which in no way makes me an expert, but the taste and portions were pretty consistently similar among most places. The first time that I came here was about 3 years ago with a few friends and we liked the food - the beef tongue was different and super memorable and the jhol momos were just swimming in flavorful curry. Made me want to come back again. Fast-forward three years later, I feel like things have changed significantly. Or maybe I didn't catch them at their best, but I came with another group of friends and I just felt overall disappointed with the food, as did my friends who were excited to try Himalayan food for the first time. I had the goat dhat bhat and the small amount of meat served in aesthetically pleasing bowls to mask the portion was disappointing--and this was not a lunch special or anything. I mainly got a big bone and realistically got about 2-3 small bites of actual meat, while there was an overwhelming amount of rice and veggies. The momos also tasted like they were pre-made and heated or steamed up again because the dough was definitely a little rough. Overall, this experience was a meh for me. I think it is a social staple for many Nepalese and Tibetans in the area, and just for that.

Really good food, I ordered the thenthuk and my friend got the rildok. We also got chilli momo to…read moreshare (half chicken and half beef, at the server's recommendation) and it was delicious. I preferred the chicken and my friend preferred the beef. Service was excellent, waiters were very friendly and helpful. They gave us complementary small plates of curry corn (also fantastic) as they had made a bit extra from a catering order. Ambiance was nice and cozy as well.

Darjeeling is the latest in the second generation of Nepalese/Tibetan restaurants in the city, with…read morea few less traditional dishes offered and no montage of the Himalayas playing on repeat from a TV. It's one of the more pleasant spaces to pass an afternoon in what I suppose is now called "Dutch Kills." We were here at an odd hour and so just opted for the masala chai, which was mediocre. But when we opened up our plate of steamed chive momos upon getting home, it was a revelation. These are the best vegetarian (or vegan) momos I've had in the city. They have a mix of shredded tofu which gives an excellent blend of creaminess to the sharp taste of the chives. Truly delicious. The chutneys are also excellent - I liked the dry chili sauce best of all. Next time I will try the oyster mushrooms momos too.

Stopped by to try some momos and they were delicious! Chili momos were served piping hot and had a…read moregood crunch. The people at the counter were also super friendly and helpful with deciding what to order. The seating is comfortable and the decorations are very cute. Would love to try other types of momos here, although I'd definitely get the chili ones again too!

Ambiance (5/5): The layout is very open, casual, and seat yourself. 2 tables available outside for…read moreoutdoor dining. The facilities were clean, bathroom also available. Service (N/A): You order at the front kiosk and then they bring out the order to your table. Tandoori Momo (4/5): The momo itself was a little on the cold side. However, the flavors of the tandoori flavor was coated on the outside of the shell and accompanied with the green sauce and white sauce. It was such a unique flavor to your standard momo taste. I would love to come back to try the other flavors.

New favorite Indian spot in Manhattan! The butter chicken was so good- arguably the best I've ever…read morehad. I'm not a fan of peas so I didn't like the samosas as much, but the sauces were delicious and the dough wasn't too thick. The price was also good for the serving and there was plenty of seating. I will definitely be returning!

Yellow daal was flavorful and very yummy. Good spices flavor and lentils were a good texture…read more Definitely would recommend.

Whenever I find myself craving momos I always end up here. They are super juicy and flavorful…read more Also, an amazing deal for the size and amount you get. Besides their momos, they also have a variety of other dishes that are just as great--come with a group and try a bit of everything! Reminder that it's cash only!

I love Phayul and if I had to recommend one restaurant for Tibetan food, it would undoubtedly be…read morePhayul. As with most esoteric establishments, unless you knew to look for the red carpeted steps that lead you up to the best Tibetan food around, you would most likely walk right past the entrance. The second floor location is the real deal and if you snag a seat by the windows, its a beautiful experience dining and watching the vibrant flow of people and activity below. The food here is authentic, delicious, and very well priced for what you get. The momo is king when it comes to Himalayan cuisine so order away and enjoy some of the best around. Beyond the delicious dumplings, you have a many wonderful dishes to choose from including the Lhasa fried noodles, their beef or chicken chilli, and one of their vegetable dishes to have a nice complete meal. The service here is fast and friendly, and you really feel at home. You can see the buzzing activity in the kitchen and it really is quite the experience. One of the best establishments in Queens for sure!

We ate here for Sunday dinner. I have never had Nepalese food. Very beautiful architecture and art…read morework in the restaurant. The Chef pays homage to his hometown of Kathmandu, and culture of Nepal. Our waiter let us taste the goat and explained a lot of dishes. Puffed pastry with potatoes in the middle. You pour a lime and spices broth over it and enjoy the taste. The food presentation was spectacular. We had chicken wings (Piro Nauni) tossed in a creamy spicy sauce. There a guitar player singing music during our meal. A nice touch! I would definitely come again.

This restaurant presents itself as a little escape to Nepal, but for me, it doesn't quite live up…read moreto what it promises. There's simply too much going on with the decor, making the entire space feel cluttered and congested. There's barely enough room to walk around comfortably. I've visited this place multiple times, hoping my opinion would change, but unfortunately, I still can't bring myself to like it. One thing I genuinely enjoy, though, is their live music. As for the food, I would say it's mediocre and overpriced for what they offer. On one occasion, I even found a small piece of stone in my food, which was both disappointing and concerning. I honestly wish they would put as much effort into food quality, hygiene, and safety as they do into decorating the restaurant. While I appreciate the attempt to create a Nepali atmosphere, I believe the overall dining experience should be just as important as the aesthetics. Unfortunately, for me, the restaurant seems to prioritize appearance over comfort and food quality.