Darjeeling Kitchen & Café
$$ • Himalayan/Nepalese, VegetarianAbout Darjeeling Kitchen & Café
Customers' Favorites
Vegetable Nepali Thali with Rice and Curry
Himalayan Curry and Rice
Darjeeling Style Thukpa
Chicken Jhol Momo
Momo Chilli
Vegetarian
Chow Mein
Thenthuk
Shaptak
Rildok
Darjeeling Kitchen & Café Reviews
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Came all the way from Texas to try Darjeeling! I'm a huge fan of momos and this place did NOT disappoint! We got the jhol chicken momos and crispy chili beef momos. Also got the darjeeling chai and it was so nice to finally have a good cup of chai. My brother got a beef noodle soup with egg which he loved. The staff, 2 guys and the aunty making all the food in the back, were so so kind! Exceptional service. They sell cute tshirts as well. I would definitely come back here if I...read full review
Food was great
Fantastic food and great ambiance
Hours
| Monday | 12 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 12 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 12 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 12 - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
Darjeeling Kitchen & Café is a cozy restaurant in Astoria that offers tasty Tibetan and Nepali food. The restaurant features a welcoming atmosphere, making it a good place to relax, have a meal, or even get some work done. The menu has a variety of vegetarian options, including the famous momos, which are highly praised for their perfect texture and delicious fillings. The vegetarian momos, especially the steamed chive momos, are considered some of the best in the city, with excellent chutneys like dry chili sauce. The restaurant also serves non-vegetarian dishes such as jhol chicken momos, crispy chili beef momos, and a beef noodle soup with egg, all of which receive positive reviews for their flavors and quality.
Customers enjoy the flavorful dishes like the vegetable curry in the Thali, the chana and aloo dishes, and the Himalayan Curry. The tea selection is also well-liked, with the Darjeeling tea and masala chai being particular favorites. Service is consistently praised for being kind, attentive, and patient, especially when explaining dishes to first-time visitors. The owner creates a warm environment, and the restaurant sells cute T-shirts as well. Overall, Darjeeling Kitchen & Café is recommended for its authentic Tibetan food, friendly staff, and relaxing setting, making it a great spot for both a casual meal and a quiet afternoon.