Hearty, comforting Tibetan & Nepalese fare. Bold, balanced, and spicy flavors. Go-to for Thukpa & pan-fried momos.
This unassuming East Village spot serves hearty, comforting Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine with bold, balanced, and spicy flavors. Known for its flavorful Thukpa and pan-fried momos, it offers a taste of the Himalayas that's both satisfying and affordable. It's a go-to for many seeking authentic flavors and a warm, fulfilling meal.
The restaurant specializes in Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine, with particular highlights being the Thukpa (brothy soup) and various momo preparations, especially the pan-fried ones. The Chili Chicken and Chili Dofu are also frequently recommended for their bold flavors. While momos are generally loved, one user found them not as great as those from Jackson Heights.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Thukpa, pan-fried momos, Chili Chicken, and Chili Dofu. The Thukpa is a go-to for many, and the Chili Chicken is often cited as a standout."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards the restaurant, praising its authentic and flavorful Tibetan and Nepalese dishes. Many consider it a favorite and a gem in the East Village.
Important Note
One user noted that while generally good, the momos might not be as exceptional as those found in Jackson Heights.
"Cafe Himalaya was suggested as a restaurant recommendation."
Neutral"This user noted that Cafe Himalaya is one of their favorites in the city and expressed interest in checking out the author's other picks."
Positive"Cafe Himalaya was listed for its Tibetan and Nepalese dishes, including Gyathuk tapta, chasha shamdey, and pan fried Himalayan dumplings."
Positive"This commenter recommends trying a Nepali place for momos in Manhattan, listing Cafe Himalaya as an example."
Positive"The original post mentions Cafe Himalaya as a place with delicious and well-priced food, but a purely functional room. This comment agrees that the restaurant is perfect as is."
Positive"Cafe Himalaya in the East Village is strongly recommended for its steamed momo dumplings, suggesting it's a great solo dining option that can be enjoyed quickly."
Positive"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."
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