Unassuming East Village gem serving hearty, bold, and comforting Tibetan fare. A true taste of the Himalayas that warms the soul.
Tucked away in the East Village, Cafe Himalaya offers a comforting and authentic taste of Tibetan cuisine. This unassuming spot has garnered a loyal following for its bold, balanced, and often spicy dishes, reminiscent of a warm hug. It's a go-to for those seeking hearty, flavorful meals that truly hit the spot.
Cafe Himalaya specializes in Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine, with a strong emphasis on hearty and flavorful dishes. Standout recommendations include the Thukpa (a savory noodle soup) and the Chili Chicken, which is noted for being flavorful without being excessively spicy. The pan-fried Sha Momo is also frequently praised. One critique mentioned that the momos, while good, may not be as outstanding as those found in other specific neighborhoods.
"Customers highly recommend the Thukpa (a hearty noodle soup) and the Chili Chicken, noting it's flavorful without being overly spicy. The pan-fried Sha Momo is also a frequently praised dish."
Customers overwhelmingly praise Cafe Himalaya for its delicious and authentic Tibetan food, often describing it as comforting and a great value. While generally highly recommended, a few have noted that the momos are not as exceptional as other dishes.
Important Note
One user found the momos at Cafe Himalaya to be not as good as those from other restaurants in Jackson Heights.
"This commenter clarified that while Cafe Himalaya is a Nepalese restaurant, they do serve good desi-Chinese dishes."
Positive"This commenter pointed out that Cafe Himalaya is distinctly Nepali, although they love the restaurant."
Positive"This commenter recommended Cafe Himalaya and expressed a love for their chili chicken."
Positive"The user is surprised that Cafe Himalaya, a restaurant not known for a strong social media presence, made it onto the list of top upvoted restaurants."
Neutral"A user recommends Cafe Himalaya, stating it is an amazing place."
Positive"The original poster confirms that Cafe Himalaya remains affordable and delicious, based on their long-time patronage of businesses on that corner."
Positive"A user expresses fondness for Cafe Himalaya, noting it was very delicious and affordable years ago, hoping it remains so."
Positive"A user states that the Chili Dofu is the best dish at Cafe Himalaya, highlighting its firm, porous tofu texture that absorbs the sauce well."
Positive"A user considers Cafe Himalaya a gem and very tasty overall, but specifically found their momos to not be great, suggesting other momo spots in Jackson Heights offer superior options."
Neutral"A user highly recommends the chili chicken from Cafe Himalaya, noting it's not overly spicy and is the star dish."
Positive"A user describes Cafe Himalaya as consistently satisfying, claiming its momos are more rewarding than Bitcoin. They confirm the authenticity of its Tibetan cuisine, finding it comparable to homeland offerings after a recent trip to Bhutan, and sometimes travels from Midtown just for their thukpa."
Positive"A user calls Cafe Himalaya one of their favorite spots and says Thukpa is their go-to order."
Positive"A user states that Cafe Himalaya was one of their favorites years ago and thanks the original poster for the reminder."
Positive"A user praises Cafe Himalaya as a great place."
Positive"A user expresses strong affection for Cafe Himalaya."
Positive"The original poster describes Cafe Himalaya as an unassuming spot in the East Village serving hearty, comforting Tibetan food that is bold, balanced, and spicy, highlighting the sha thukpa and sha momo panfried as go-to orders. They found the food hit the spot after a long work day, comparing it to a warm hug, and encourage supporting local businesses."
Positive"Recommends Cafe Himalaya."
Neutral"The author recommends Cafe Himalaya."
Positive"Lists Chili Chicken from Cafe Himalaya (on 1st and 1st) as one of their top, cheap chicken spots, calling the place amazing."
Positive"Thang or Thukpa from Cafe Himalaya"
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