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Food counter serving build-your-own salad bowls, Mexican burrito wraps, biryani, falafel, burgers, sandwiches and more. Offers smoothies and cold pressed juices. All greens are hydroponic, all food made in house with natural ingredients and carefully inspected before purchase. Located near Shidhartha Bank Thamel. All food is vegan but offers cow's milk for drinks. Open Mon-Sun 8:30am-9:30pm.


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78 Reviews

First Review by AlwaysHappy

MalikaShrestha

Points +84

Vegan
17 Jun 2025

A Hidden Gem for Vegans & Vegetarians!

This place truly feels like a happy haven for anyone following a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle. They offer a wide range of plant-based options, and everything we tried was delicious!

I ordered the mushroom spinach pizza, which came with a creamy cashew base it was absolutely satisfying. We also tried the spicy kimchi tofu wraps; despite the name, they’re actually quite mild and flavorful, so don’t hesitate if you’re worried about the spice level.

We started our meal with a mango smoothie made from real frozen mango, and it delivered the perfect tropical burst of flavor,so refreshing!

I'm really happy we found this place. It’s definitely going on my list of favorites!

Updated from previous review on 2025-06-17

Dinamed08

Points +1310

Vegan
16 May 2025

Carte vegane

Une carte vegane, et une carte végétarienne pour les plats nepalis
Cadre très mignon dans cette petite cour intérieure
Repas délicieux et copieux
Dal Baht avec 2eme service
Personnel agréable

VaidaScott

Points +53

Vegan
05 May 2025

The best vegan place in Kathmandu

We came back to eat at this incredible place 5 days in a row. Staff is fantastic, beautiful garden atmosphere and super delicious vegan food. We loved smoothie bowls, burritos, brushettas, desserts...everything! We tried many other vegan restaurants and this one is our favourite 🥗❤️

Updated from previous review on 2025-05-05

Shiva80

Points +142

Vegan
29 Apr 2025

Excellent clean vegetarian and vegan food

Run by a lovely Indian company, this food is clean, fresh but a little pricy for Nepali standards. they serve continental sandwiches, Indian and Nepali local food of very high quality (try their Dal Bhat) and incredible desert selection. Also excellent juices and coffees.

Pros: Smashed Avocado Chickpea Sandwich, The dessert and coffee, High Quality Dal Bhat

Cons: Expensive menu

alinacarmen

Points +254

Vegan
22 Apr 2025

A must visit while in Kathmandu

I’ve returned here so many times during my stay in Kathmandu, it’s simply amazing! All of the food I’ve tried has been very delicious, fresh & nutritious. I’ve also brought non vegan friends here & they’ve said this is one of their favourite places in Kathmandu , so it’s really loved by everyone. The staff is super friendly, it’s a very relaxed & comfortable environment. I particularly love their vegan donuts. Definitely a must visit😄

minhnguyen

Points +2037

Vegan
20 Apr 2025

Lovely food, great atmosphere

Lots of vegan options. What I like most is the desserts are plant- based. The ice cream was very nice, especially when I was tired and had some sugar rush. The momo was a bit salty for my taste, but generally good. The price is a bit steep

Updated from previous review on 2025-04-19

chacharlee

Points +4066

Vegan
20 Apr 2025

Great range of options

Lovely tranquil garden in the middle of the hustle of Kathmandu. Enjoyed the food here. Would highly recommend!

GillVHibbitt

Points +917

Vegan
17 Apr 2025

Delicious soup

Friendly environment.
Good selection on a dedicated vegan menu.
I had the quinoa, broccoli, veg soup.

Pros: Garden restaurant , Good choice of vegan food, Friendly staff

EddyNumb

Points +515

Vegan
13 Apr 2025

One of the Best in Kathmandu

Diverse menu of soups, salads, sandwiches, smoothies, wraps and more. Place was packed with tourists as it’s on the Main Street. Service is superb. The freshly squeezed juices were refreshing. Bonus points for having vegan donuts too.

Yoganick

Points +1396

Vegan
05 Apr 2025

My happy place

I came here 4 times in one week - it was my Kathmandu happy place with the quiet garden. The food is great and the team really makes you feel welcome. Highly recommended.

AlwaysHappy

05 Apr 2025

schalketto

Points +576

Vegan
03 Apr 2025

Vegan restaurant with lovely quiet garden

The sign says vegan/vegetarian, but the whole menu was vegan 🌱.

I had an excellent tofu salad with extra mushrooms and avo. The deserts were also great.

A little oasis in buzzing Thamel.

Pros: Variety of vegan food, Deserts !!

AlwaysHappy

03 Apr 2025

BaerMom

Points +72

Vegan
21 Mar 2025

Beautiful garden

I had a pot of hot lemon and ginger and a miso tofu salad. Excellent food, friendly staff, nice setting.

AlwaysHappy

03 Apr 2025

IlkaS

Points +1271

Vegan
03 Mar 2025

Nice quiet place

I wasn‘t that hungry, so I are just some fried tofu (not fully fried), shared mo:mo: and had a coffee with soy milk and a energy bowl. Everything was tasteful

Pros: Nice staff, Lots of options

Cons: Expansive

TsjirliJuwanna

Points +373

Vegan
08 Feb 2025

Best Food in Kathmandu

Lopend door de straten van Kathmandu kwamen er toevallig deze tegen. Omdat deze hier op happy cow onder vegetarische staat een we hem dus niet gezien hadden (gezocht onder vegan). Ze kunnen alle gerechten vegan aanbieden! Het dessert is ook vegan! De volgende dag terug gekomen en dat was zeker geen vergissing 🤤🤤🤤. Wat een heerlijk eten! De fried chillh momo’s is een aanrader!

Updated from previous review on 2025-02-08

Pros: Hele mooie en rustige locatie in het midden v Kat, Super vriendelijk personeel, Super lekker eten!

Edwin

Points +173

Vegan
08 Feb 2025

Tasty!

Tasty and many options.. Very kind staff

SaritaNiroula

Points +21

Vegetarian
05 Jan 2025

amazing!!! Vegan pizza and vanilla ice-cream

I tried the vegan pizza. Delicious!!! The vanilla ice-cream is creamy. You cnnot tell its vegan its that good.

shereenbean

Points +26

Vegan
30 Dec 2024

Favorite Vegan Restaurant in Nepal!

Lovely people, quiet and comfortable space in the back, and everything was delicious!

Pros: Oreo milkshake was heaven. , Big, healthy portions, So many choices!

chloealexandra

Points +151

Vegan
21 Dec 2024

A must try!

Be aware they do serve dairy cheese. However, definitely one the best cafes in the area. The food is delicious and the setting is peaceful and friendly.

Updated from previous review on 2024-12-21

marissandtim

Points +2316

Vegan
15 Dec 2024

Amazing brownie

Great place along the main road in Thamel. We came by for lunch and tried their burger. The taste was great although the portions could have been a bit bigger. However, the brownie was just amazing.
Just be warned tho: the restaurant is listed as completely vegan. Their western menu is completely vegan but the Nepali menu is just vegetarian.

Pros: Amazing brownie

Cons: Not completely vegan

avadams3

Points +210

Vegan
30 Nov 2024

Heaven in Nepal

After trekking Everest base camp living on noodles and rice this place was beyond incredible. Fresh divine cakes, hot chocolate, sandwiches, wraps, local cuisine and faux meats.

The have the cutest outdoor garden / terrace area.
Staff are lovely and accommodating! They even had a hand towel when washing hands.

Recommend 10/10

Pros: Red velvet cake , “Steak” wrap

coldbuckwheatnoodles

Points +9430

Vegan
26 Nov 2024

lovely staff and great vibe!

this place has so many amazing vegan dishes and cakes, they are super friendly and they loght a fire inside at the garden in the evening which makes the vibe super cozy!!

T.Jacobs108

Points +127

Vegan
18 Oct 2024

Best vegan food in kathmandu

I tried a couple different items off the menu, and everything was 100! I want to go back everyday until I leave town, it’s a must try! Good food and staff!

Deano6132

Points +43

Vegan
02 Oct 2024

Unbeatable food, service and atmosphere

Came here with some friends this afternoon after 2 weeks trekking and wow, it was incredible!

The new location is great. The outdoor seating area is beautiful.

We had the “steak” burrito, steak sizzler, falafels, tofu, smoothies, coffees and red velvet cake. Everything was delicious.

The staff were lovely and the food came out really quickly. It’s going to be hard to go anywhere else now!

Pros: Incredible food, Beautiful garden atmosphere , Fast friendly service

RafaGreenKing

Points +65

Vegan
02 Oct 2024

Vegan oasis in Kathmandu

Last month during my stay in Nepal I've followed the advice of this wonderful website (Happy Cow) and visited this spectacular only vegan venue.

Food is of a highest quality and the cakes (variety and taste) are simply amazing.

I would easily recommend this restaurant to all the travellers who are visiting the beautiful country of Nepal.

Pros: Cakes, Fast and friendly service, Location

Phips

Points +467

Vegan
29 Sep 2024

Super tasty all vegan spot

Quite western style restaurant but it is all-vegan, which is great! Should give it a try and support it 👌🏻

SandEraHlusiak

Points +361

Vegan
16 Sep 2024

Excellent vegan food

I’m so glad I found this place!
The food is yum, the menu is big with a lot of healthy choices and they do have really good coffee!
We had the sandwiches, panini, smoothie bowl, humus pladder and some sweets.
Everything was so delicious.
The staff is super friendly and helpful.
Also the furniture is well chosen.
This is definitely a place to hang and spend some hours.
I can recommend this place a 100%!
Definitely I’ll return :)

ychalloub

Points +20

Vegan
04 Sep 2024

Steak pizza was excellent

Nice place. It's vegan, not vegetarian or vegan friendly. Pizza crust is nice. 100% tasty. Falafel wrap 50%

Friendly people, clean place

Pros: Environment is calm, away from the road

AlwaysHappy

04 Sep 2024



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