Om Momo - Tibetan Dumpling Restaurant

Tried Om Momos for a change, and it was a nice experience overall. If you’re looking to explore Tibetan-style momos and try something different from your usual dining options, this place is worth checking out. We ordered spinach and cheese dumplings, chicken dumplings with yellow sauce, chicken shapta with Tibetan bread, a Rooh Afza sherbet, and one of their special cocktails. The spinach and cheese dumplings were a little disappointing for my taste. They felt quite bland and seemed to lack salt. I’m not very familiar with authentic Tibetan momos, so perhaps that’s how they’re traditionally prepared, but personally, I would have preferred a little more seasoning. The chicken dumplings with yellow sauce were better and had a unique flavor. However, they could still have used a little more salt and spice. The chicken shapta was probably my favorite. The stir-fried chicken with vegetables had a lovely garlicky flavor and paired really well with the Tibetan bread. Now, coming to the highlight of the meal, the Rooh Afza sherbet was absolutely amazing! One sip instantly took me back to those nostalgic Indian summer holidays. It was refreshing, familiar, and full of childhood memories. Definitely a must-try if you visit! The ambiance was another plus. The place is cozy, welcoming, and has a lovely atmosphere, making it a great spot for a casual date or a relaxed evening out. Overall, a decent experience with some interesting flavors. If you’re in the mood to try something different, explore Tibetan cuisine, or find a cozy place for a casual date, Om Momos is worth trying at least once. Just keep in mind that the food may taste a little mild if you prefer bold, spicy flavors. And don’t leave without trying the Rooh Afza sherbet!

LOCATION: Restaurant is located in a small alley within the “Thao Dien Village” residential area, near the exit gate. Security will ask where you’re going when you enter so just say you going to Momo Restaurant. Quite bit challenging in locating the place at first … RESTAURANT SPACE: The outside area / garden is spacious, and parking is available inside the restaurant’s premises. Outdoor seating is available, but the tables are quite low. Indoor dining area is relatively small, as I remember. Several tables for group of 2-5 people. Only 2 large long tables for bigger groups (7+). I recommend making a reservation in advance, as the restaurant may run out of seating. Moderate noise level. You can still have convo, but the atmosphere can get a little noisy with people talking and background music. I expected the restaurant to be slightly more quiet with only Tibetan music in the background, with a vibe toward more peaceful, tranquil atmosphere, but it’s actually quite social :)) FOOD: Personally, I found the cuisine to be a balance between Chinese and Indian flavors (geographically accurate). The dishes were well-seasoned, unique, and flavorful, with spice-rich sauces similar to Indian cuisine without being overly coconut-heavy or too rich (personal opinion). Us group of 3 we ordered the following dishes to try out: + Lamb Momo Red Sauce (205K): Very lamb! I love the sauce. + Spinach & Cheese Momo in Green Sauce (190K): Sauce is yum! I wanted to order the Potato & Masala Chives Momo (someone also on Google Review recommended) but they ran out. + Chicken Shapta (210K) + Bun (35K): Chicken was tender, well-seasoned, and delicious. It was served with a bun (Timo is ran out so we got the bun), which paired nicely with the dish. Bun also served with honey. DRINK: + Ayurvedic Masala Chai (80K): Slightly diluted; I think a stronger flavor would have made it better. + Tibetan Rose Tea (80K): Also slightly light in flavor and could have been more rose syrup. SERVICES: Staff were attentive and accommodating, but the food took a little longer to arrive. Some dishes I wanted to try were unavailable on the day of my visit, so I had to choose alternatives. TOTAL PURCHASE: 800K for 3 people (around 267K / person). Great place to try out Tibetan cuisine, mostly Momo (dumplings) - i love dumplings!

Our first time trying Tibetan food, and we were impressed. It’s also worth noting that they use high-quality ingredients including grass-fed meat, which we appreciate. We ordered the Cucumber Salad, Chicken Momo in Yellow Sauce, and Beef Shapta. The Cucumber Salad was refreshing and balanced nicely against the richness of the Chicken Momo’s sauce. The Beef Shapta was juicy and tender, and the Tibetan Bread that came with it was fragrant and a great accompaniment. The flavour profiles across the dishes complemented each other well overall. The one thing to note is that service was a bit slow. We came for weekday lunch and despite being one of only two tables, the food took quite a while to arrive, particularly the Beef Shapta. If you’re short on time, do keep that in mind. That said, it’s still definitely a place worth trying when you’re in Thao Dien.

My first-ever Tibetan cuisine experience! I ordered the butter tea, which was sooo creamy and hearty (probably not the best choice for lunch on a hot day though lol) I also got the beef, goat, and chicken momos with yellow sauce, which were recommended by the server. The momos were soft, flavorful, and delicious. Service staffs were friendly and helpful, although the waitress for my table seemed to struggle a little with giving recommendations. The staffs also appeared quite occupied and slightly frantic, which was a bit odd considering the restaurant wasn’t particularly crowded at the time. while their attitude was pleasant, I do think the overall service could have been better. overall, it was still a nice experience, and I’d probably come back to try some of the other dishes on the menu.

A very unique & authentic dining experience for Tibetian dumplings. I love the serenity & cozy vibe of this place’s atmosphere. The food is lovely: I enjoyed the dumplings in sauce, with fillings of chicken, beef, and lamb. The herbal floral tea is elegant. My group also ordered the beef shapta dish. The decoration at night makes this place lovely. I will come back for more.