Tsampa

04/18/08

I'd definetely come back...

by lorenasfm at Citysearch

The food is delicious, specially the chicken momo's. I haven't made reservations and was immediately seated.

The service is excellent, with my water being refilled every 10 minutes :-)

The atmosphere is great with a huge Dalai Lama picture on the wall sending good vibes to everybody in the restaurant.

03/30/08

Calming - beautiful food...

by talluhla at Citysearch

Wonderful greens, wonderful food, and beautiful atomosphere. I had the Thukpa - noodle soup. A peaceful experience.

02/15/08

Sometimes you feel like a monk ...

by albyatlarge at Citysearch

One of my go-to spots when I've got guests from out of town, or when I just want to enjoy a quiet meal by myself. The dining room is very low-lit, with a huge photo portrait of the Dalai Lama looking on and almost no sounds aside from a Buddhist chant recording -- it all adds up to put you in a contemplative (and maybe meditative) mood. The food is similarly humble and unadorned (don't expect the fire and flavors of Southeast Asian cooking), but complex and delectable in its own right. I've gone through about half the menu to date, and so far haven't come across a single bad dish. In winter, be sure to wrap up the meal with a cup of bocha -- that stuff'll keep you warm and blubbery-feeling for hours.

• Pros: Consistently high-quality menu, soothing ambience, low prices
• Cons: Seating is a little cramped