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Top tips

  • Try the chili dofu and potato momos.
  • The ginger tea is a customer favorite.
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  • The veggie momos come with a spicy sauce; confirm the preparation if needed.
  • Expect a busy dining room during popular meal times.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention momo, soup and chili tofu.

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Also corn soup, lentil soup, noodles and ginger tea.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for affordable, cozy atmosphere and friendly service.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Cafe Himalaya serves Tibetan and Nepalese dishes in a simple Lower East Side dining room, with a sidewalk terrace and a menu that includes chili dofu, potato momos, and numerous vegan choices. Reviews describe the cooking as home-style and reasonably priced, and note that the room can get busy at peak times.

Vegan menu

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Cafe Himalaya · dine-in · 18 dishes

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78 E 1st St, New York, NY 10009

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12:00–22:00
Wednesday
12:00–22:00
Thursday
12:00–22:00
Friday
12:00–22:00
Saturday
12:00–22:00
Sunday
12:00–21:00

the food

4.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
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eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Friendly
protein
tofu, chickpeas, lentils
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