Wonderful. Plenty of options for 100% plant based dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jane Kazee
Excellent all the way around. Delicious food, friendly service, appealing decor. We have eaten previously off the menu and today had the treat of the Thanksgiving buffet. Would highly recommend this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
lisa spinelli
Excellent food! Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blake Tracy
Absolutely amazing service here. The staff was incredibly kind and knowledgeable on the menu. They took time to explain the dishes to myself and another who were new to this cuisine. They were encouraging of us to try the dishes as they were designed at the spice level and accommodating that if we decided it was not for us, they would have it made without the spice. I really appreciate the time the server and the kitchen put into this service for us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kat
We had a fabulous lunch meal. We came at a slow time and the waiter spent a lot of time telling us about different dishes. The food was amazing and service excellent. Really great flavors. The atmosphere was very nice as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Indu Sharma
Did some dumplings for take out, I was expecting it to be really good but it’s was so salty and the dough was uncooked after eating the dumplings I ended up being sick
Gork Wobbler
We loved this place! The food was incredible. The waitress was very kind and friendly. We had never tried Nepalese nor Bhutanese food. We recognized a few dishes from our experience with Indian restaurants but many entrees were unfamiliar. Everything was very clearly explained on the menu and easy to understand.
My favorites were the apps: the jasha pakora (ginger chicken fritters) and the shabaley (beef patties) were both very flavorful.
The ginger/cardamom iced tea was also a favorite. We both thought it was amazing. The mango lassi was lighter and tastier than mango lassi that I've had at other places.
My fiancée got the paa with pork. She liked it. She said the vegetables were nicely crisp-tender and it was well-balanced. It was not spicy.
As someone who loves spicy food, I have to warn you... the Ema Datsi does NOT mess around. It's overwhelmingly spicy. I got the Sikam Ema Datsi and struggled to finish it, though the flavor was excellent. The menu DID warn me, and so did the server. :) She also brought me extra mango lassi and rice to help curb the spiciness when I stubbornly refused to give in. We are not local, but if we eat here again, I will probably just order a regular Datsi and not the extra super spicy version.
We decided not to order dessert but the waitress gave us some free mango cheesecake shooters for our anniversary. They were also very tasty!
There is also a great board gaming cafe off of the same little parking lot. If you're into gaming, this is a perfect spot to pick up dinner to bring over and eat at the cafe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julieanne Bartlett
I had been wanting to try this restaurant for a long time and finally did. The food was delicious, the service excellent, and the atmosphere cozy! I am vegan and gluten free. Not only where there many options for me, but they can customize almost any dish to accommodate dietary needs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mickey Duggan
For an Exceptional Dining Experience, Come to Norbu
I came here a few weeks ago with some friends as part of a school project. The staff couldn’t have been kinder, and the food is exceptional. The owner’s wife was happy to explain to us as much as she knew about each dish, describing how many of the flavors could be combined to form a new and distinct taste. The multicolored plate with many dishes could be eaten in a specific order (ending with the carrot dessert) or combined together! The decoration in the restaurant is colorful and eye-catching. The music they play inside also makes the environment feel very lively.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Suffi
Dǎ miē. Drink is too sweet. Samosa is the best.dumplings not too good. Last one chicken with rice not good. Atmosphere is good though….
Amazing amazing amazing! We ordered three dishes, the Pork Sekuwah, the Himalyan Masala (chicken), and a butanese dish Datsi (chicken). We also ordered Momo dumplings. We shared and got to taste everything. Each dish was unique, absolutely fresh, and delicious. The Masala is similar to an indian Masala but more tomato forward. The Datsi was nutty and buttery. I hate to say I had a favorite because it was all soooo good, but we all raved over the Sekuwah. The pork was seasoned and cooked to perfection and came with a special sauce for dipping. On top of the delicious food, the ambiance was spot on. It felt like walking out of a snowy mountain village into a warm Nepalese mountain cabin. What sounded like Indian (similar cultures) music playing softly. Prayer flags hung across the ceiling. I've never been to Nepal but I felt like we got a small taste of their food culture today. Thanks to the owner and his wife for a wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shelle White
This was our first time at this restaurant, as well as the first time trying this type of cuisine. I had the Kathmandu stir fry with chicken, others in my party tried a variety of dishes so we could all sample and share and absolutely everything was delicious and prepared perfectly. Our server was attentive and very helpful in guiding our menu selections, as well as being genuine and kind. The decor was bright and just makes you want to smile! Overall, this was a wonderful adventure for us and one we will definitely repeat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Suren Rao
I prefer the Asian cuisine of ordering several dishes and sharing, in order to get a variety on your plate. That did not appear to be an option at Norbu. Consequently one's meal was limited to one dish. The food was tasty, reasonably priced and the service was timely in spite of the Saturday crowd at the restaurant. Not sure if I will go back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Thea F
At Norbu, every color, flavor, and story comes together to create a taste of the Himalayas. This was my second visit to Norbu Lancaster, and the familiar smell of spices instantly brought me back. I was impressed by the Nepali and Bhutanese dishes again – especially the Nepali thali, a comforting mix of rice, lentils, vegetables, and seasoning. The restaurant was built on the combination of its owners’ diverse backgrounds: she grew up in Lancaster, while he brought his family recipes from Bhutan. This fusion is likely the reason for Norbu’s uniqueness and attractiveness. The restaurant is both rooted in Lancaster yet filled with Himalayan warmth. It reminded that learning about food is also learning about how people build home wherever they are.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Gordon
What an absolute treat! Everything from the service to the incredible food was perfect! Wife and I will definitely be back!
Wonderful. Plenty of options for 100% plant based dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent all the way around. Delicious food, friendly service, appealing decor. We have eaten previously off the menu and today had the treat of the Thanksgiving buffet. Would highly recommend this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food! Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely amazing service here. The staff was incredibly kind and knowledgeable on the menu. They took time to explain the dishes to myself and another who were new to this cuisine. They were encouraging of us to try the dishes as they were designed at the spice level and accommodating that if we decided it was not for us, they would have it made without the spice. I really appreciate the time the server and the kitchen put into this service for us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
We had a fabulous lunch meal. We came at a slow time and the waiter spent a lot of time telling us about different dishes. The food was amazing and service excellent. Really great flavors. The atmosphere was very nice as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Did some dumplings for take out, I was expecting it to be really good but it’s was so salty and the dough was uncooked after eating the dumplings I ended up being sick
We loved this place! The food was incredible. The waitress was very kind and friendly. We had never tried Nepalese nor Bhutanese food. We recognized a few dishes from our experience with Indian restaurants but many entrees were unfamiliar. Everything was very clearly explained on the menu and easy to understand.
My favorites were the apps: the jasha pakora (ginger chicken fritters) and the shabaley (beef patties) were both very flavorful.
The ginger/cardamom iced tea was also a favorite. We both thought it was amazing. The mango lassi was lighter and tastier than mango lassi that I've had at other places.
My fiancée got the paa with pork. She liked it. She said the vegetables were nicely crisp-tender and it was well-balanced. It was not spicy.
As someone who loves spicy food, I have to warn you... the Ema Datsi does NOT mess around. It's overwhelmingly spicy. I got the Sikam Ema Datsi and struggled to finish it, though the flavor was excellent. The menu DID warn me, and so did the server. :) She also brought me extra mango lassi and rice to help curb the spiciness when I stubbornly refused to give in. We are not local, but if we eat here again, I will probably just order a regular Datsi and not the extra super spicy version.
We decided not to order dessert but the waitress gave us some free mango cheesecake shooters for our anniversary. They were also very tasty!
There is also a great board gaming cafe off of the same little parking lot.
If you're into gaming, this is a perfect spot to pick up dinner to bring over and eat at the cafe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had been wanting to try this restaurant for a long time and finally did. The food was delicious, the service excellent, and the atmosphere cozy! I am vegan and gluten free. Not only where there many options for me, but they can customize almost any dish to accommodate dietary needs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
For an Exceptional Dining Experience, Come to Norbu
I came here a few weeks ago with some friends as part of a school project. The staff couldn’t have been kinder, and the food is exceptional. The owner’s wife was happy to explain to us as much as she knew about each dish, describing how many of the flavors could be combined to form a new and distinct taste. The multicolored plate with many dishes could be eaten in a specific order (ending with the carrot dessert) or combined together! The decoration in the restaurant is colorful and eye-catching. The music they play inside also makes the environment feel very lively.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dǎ miē. Drink is too sweet. Samosa is the best.dumplings not too good. Last one chicken with rice not good. Atmosphere is good though….
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Amazing amazing amazing! We ordered three dishes, the Pork Sekuwah, the Himalyan Masala (chicken), and a butanese dish Datsi (chicken). We also ordered Momo dumplings. We shared and got to taste everything. Each dish was unique, absolutely fresh, and delicious. The Masala is similar to an indian Masala but more tomato forward. The Datsi was nutty and buttery. I hate to say I had a favorite because it was all soooo good, but we all raved over the Sekuwah. The pork was seasoned and cooked to perfection and came with a special sauce for dipping. On top of the delicious food, the ambiance was spot on. It felt like walking out of a snowy mountain village into a warm Nepalese mountain cabin. What sounded like Indian (similar cultures) music playing softly. Prayer flags hung across the ceiling. I've never been to Nepal but I felt like we got a small taste of their food culture today. Thanks to the owner and his wife for a wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was our first time at this restaurant, as well as the first time trying this type of cuisine. I had the Kathmandu stir fry with chicken, others in my party tried a variety of dishes so we could all sample and share and absolutely everything was delicious and prepared perfectly.
Our server was attentive and very helpful in guiding our menu selections, as well as being genuine and kind. The decor was bright and just makes you want to smile! Overall, this was a wonderful adventure for us and one we will definitely repeat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I prefer the Asian cuisine of ordering several dishes and sharing, in order to get a variety on your plate. That did not appear to be an option at Norbu. Consequently one's meal was limited to one dish. The food was tasty, reasonably priced and the service was timely in spite of the Saturday crowd at the restaurant. Not sure if I will go back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
At Norbu, every color, flavor, and story comes together to create a taste of the Himalayas.
This was my second visit to Norbu Lancaster, and the familiar smell of spices instantly brought me back. I was impressed by the Nepali and Bhutanese dishes again – especially the Nepali thali, a comforting mix of rice, lentils, vegetables, and seasoning.
The restaurant was built on the combination of its owners’ diverse backgrounds: she grew up in Lancaster, while he brought his family recipes from Bhutan. This fusion is likely the reason for Norbu’s uniqueness and attractiveness. The restaurant is both rooted in Lancaster yet filled with Himalayan warmth. It reminded that learning about food is also learning about how people build home wherever they are.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What an absolute treat! Everything from the service to the incredible food was perfect! Wife and I will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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