Restaurants in Kathmandu
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Dilli BazaarBhojan Griha
Nepali · Newari
Housed in a restored 150-year-old former royal priest's palace, Bhojan Griha has been serving organic Newari and Nepali cuisine since 1998. Ingredients are sourced from the restaurant's own farm. Traditional folk music and dance performances accompany dinner.
PatanCafe de Patan
Nepali · Newari
A family-run gem steps from Patan Durbar Square, Cafe de Patan pairs traditional Newari architecture — exposed brick, carved wood — with a menu of authentic Newari snacks and Nepali comfort food. Perfect for a post-Durbar Square lunch.
BaneshworGaga Restaurant
Nepali · Tibetan
A beloved Baneshwor spot for Tibetan food at honest prices. Gaga's keema noodles, laphing (cold spicy noodle jelly) and jumbo momos — known locally as 'thulo momo' — have earned a devoted neighbourhood following. Casual, fast and always fresh.
PatanHonacha
Newari
A century-old family hole-in-the-wall behind Krishna Mandir in Patan Durbar Square. Honacha is the oldest and most beloved Newari eatery in Patan, serving chhoila, bara, spicy aloo and raw buffalo specialties to a loyal local crowd. Open mornings only — arrive before noon.
ThamelOR2K
Mediterranean · Vegetarian
A Thamel institution for over 20 years. OR2K is a shoe-off, cushion-seating café famous for generous Middle Eastern and Mediterranean vegetarian food, outstanding hummus, and a laid-back hippie atmosphere on Mandala Street. Rated 4.4 on TripAdvisor.
ThamelRoadhouse Cafe
Italian
Opened in 1992 as Thamel's first wood-fired pizza restaurant, Roadhouse Cafe remains the benchmark for Italian food in Kathmandu. Mediterranean décor, a cosy garden patio, and a menu spanning pizzas, pastas and grilled dishes. Part of the Roadhouse Group.
The Chimney Restaurant
Continental
Founded in 1968 by Russian émigré Boris Lissanevitch inside Hotel Yak & Yeti — a building once part of the royal palace — The Chimney is Kathmandu's most historic fine-dining restaurant. Known for Russian Borscht, Chicken Kiev and the theatrical flaming Baked Alaska Sagarmatha.
Third Eye Restaurant
Continental · Indian · Nepali
Serving the best of Indian, Nepali and Continental cuisine since 1989, Third Eye is a Thamel landmark. Three floors plus a rooftop porch, seating for 300+ guests, and a full tandoor kitchen. Winner of Nepal's Best Restaurant Award 2025.