After trekking up to Everest Base Camp and eating a basic diet of rice, rice and more rice when I arrived back to Kathmandu the last thing I wanted to do was eat more Nepalese food. My tastebuds were craving something different! So I went out exploring and found some delicious and beautiful cafes and restaurants to delight your tastebuds!
Places to eat in Kathmandu:
Gaia
Located off the main street on Jyatha street, this gem is tucked away in a corner with a lovely garden-theme style café. It is super cheap and food is plentiful not to mention super tasty. The dishes ranges from traditional Nepalese to Italian and basic sandwiches so no matter what you feel like, you can choose something yummy. Not to mention it’s a great place for a margarita which will only set you back $3.
OR2K
Sitting above a cheap and cheerful takeaway joint is the restaurant OR2K. It is on the second floor and a very cute place to sit down for a meal. Shoes must be taken off and guests sit around a low table on colourful cushions to enjoy a meal. The standout here are the falafels and hummus so make sure to treat yourself to a plate!
Fire and Ice Pizzeria
Nothing says comfort food like traditional Italian food and while it is far, far away from Italy it still serves a drool-worthy pizza that will make your belly smile. I am pleased to say it had my favourite pizza combo, rocket, prosciutto and cheese so I tucked in! Desserts feature the classic ice-cream and chocolate sauce combo to the more deluxe tiramisu. It’s a nice change from rice!
Rosemary’s Kitchen
Although I didn’t manage to get here myself this place comes with high reviews. Featuring cuisine from Nepal, India, Asia and Europe it has something for everyone. Not to mention a regular happy hour where the cheap becomes even cheaper! Dig in.
Spice Garden
Renowned for their delectable Indian food this place is a mecca for Indian-cuisine-lovers. Again I didn’t manage to get around here but the reviews are worth checking it out for. Tuck in to some traditional Indian food without ever leaving Nepal.
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