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Upon arrival downtown about midday, we sought out Tibetan Kitchen as it was featured on "You Gotta Eat Here" but more importantly as Tibetan food is not found on every corner. We were warmly welcomed by a member of the family who run this restaurant and who indeed are from Tibet. We started with Momo which are dumplings common to Tibet, Nepal and generally the Himalayan region. These were deep-fried and filled with tasty pork but there is a vegetarian option and you could have them steamed also. They were accompanied by a spicy sauce. Very nice! I was impressed with the number of vegetarian options here and asked if that was a Tibetan thing. The answer is not really. Tibet is a generally cold country and their diet is more meat-centric because of the limited growing season. They are, however, catering to Victoria's evidently extensive vegetarian community. Good thinking. We tried one of TB's several lunch specials, Pork Curry with mustard greens, served with rice, pooris and lentil soup which was frankly delicious! At $14 this is a very good deal. We loved the curry. Finally, we had Chicken Shepta. This was basically a stir fry on rice but Tibetan style (with a generous addition of veggies as previously discussed). Ginger, garlic, tomato paste, soy sauce and mild curry formed the sauce for this tasty and healthy dish.Colorful and busy is how I would describe the decor, with a distinctive nod to Tibet and the Dalai Lama. His words are posted here and there for our edification which is a good thing. Comfy enough and with friendly folks, we recommend this place. Expand your horizons and try something a little different.
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I passed by this place several times always thinking how amazing Tibetan food must taste. The occasion came last Thursday during lunch time, that blackboard displaying "lamb curry" just pulled me in.
The place looks inviting, yeah it's a bit cozy but at least you can snoop into other ppl dishes while having second handed delicious smell (I was salivating the whole time).
I liked the decoration; the Dalai's Lama altar gives good energy. I noticed lots of ppl go eat there by themselves, loner power.
Food speaking: I'm a fan!
I had the lamb curry lunch that was accompanied with brown rice, a cup of lentil's soup, and those delicious breads. I burnt my tongue in desperation to eat that curry... It was worth! The dish was so aromatic. The flavours were terrific, there were plenty of lamb crumbs, the colour was beautiful, perfectly seasoned. All my senses got feed.
After that great meal, my hangover brain was tempting me last Saturday to go try one of the soups. I ordered a Thukpa with beef and egg noodles. Not only did I resuscitate, I was also happy and satisfied all day long. Ok, I also had pork momos. Both things met my high expectations and made me regret not eating there before.
I'm sure I'll go or order from them pretty soon (they are in SkipTheDishes).
I had the special one evening (chicken curry with sampler appetizers and dessert) and my wife had the pork curry with basaltic rice. It was excellent and not expensive. Server was very attentive and understanding of Celiac concerns. Would heartily recommend this delightful Cafe.
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It's quite expensive but I love it! It was definitely one of the best dining experience I have ever had. The momos were pretty much the same with fried pot stickers I've had in Chinese restaurants-nothing special. The beef soup I had seemed very healthy, with a variety of fresh ingredients- it really satisfied my personal taste cuz it was not too tasteful, not salty at all but with good variety of veggies. A healthy and delicate dish just makes me happy! The poory (bread) was really delicious! I had the chai tea- it was perfect for someone like me who doesn't like drinks to be sweet. Just loved its delicate and mild taste. The dessert gulab jamun only consisted of two balls but it's exactly what I wanted cuz it was really tasty and at the same time not too much- no one wants a big dessert after a big meal :) I believe they use local/ organic ingredients here so things were pretty costly. However, I really enjoyed everything I had cuz they are of high quality! The decor and the music are really soothing and pleasant!
We came here for a quick bite before dinner as we've just arrived to Victoria.
The restaurant was actually closed but they forgot to turn off the sign and we walked in and they served us anyway.
We ordered the vegetarian curry platter to share. The curry was delicious with basmati rice. Portion was a bit small but delicious!
A true hidden gem! A small restaurant off the main tourist strip that is well worth a visit. The beef shepta (stir fry with veggies and rice) was excellent. The beef was excellent quality and the veggies were cooked but still crisp. I ordered it hot, which is not for the faint of heart, but I enjoy the heat, and this was definitely spicy, but also full of flavour. A mango lassi (think yogurt smoothie) was a perfect dessert, and also great to tame the heat. I'm definitely coming back.
This place maybe a bit pricey, but the food is definitely worth it! The momos are a must here if you are a dumpling fan. The curries are excellent as well!
A delight!. Have been wanting to try Tibetan Kitchen so jumped at the chance when Group-On available.
Small quiant restaurant with warm, friendly top-notch service. We walked in during busy dinner rush without a reservation so instead of turning us away or forcing us to crowd his entrance he took down our number and called us when table available about 10 minutes later - now that's a restaurant staffed with people who care about it's customers! For meal experience... excellent! Everything fresh, tasty and made in-house. Any of the appetizers are a must try especially momos. The curry is delicious and flavourful. Food definitely made with Tibetan love. Prices are not cheap especially when wanting to share a bunch of different dishes but you are paying for a uniquely memorable experience and food is authentic and handmade by Tibetan Chef Pemba. The cuisine is unlike anything I've ever tried (Asian meets Indian) and we will be back for more!
Shrimp curry and porries were delicious.. Service was attentive.,food was very good. My partner was in a bad mood before the meal, by the end she was sated and happy. Recommend.
This is hands down the best Indian food in town (no offense meant by just calling it Indian)! There is nothing run-of-the-mill about the food here. The menu is very different from other Indian restaurants so it is always a tasty adventure.
Returning after 10 years to find this charming eaterie is still very special. Wholesome, uniquely Tibetan foods. The curries combined with brown rice and small breads were both excellent. Thank you!
Love it, love it, love it! I have been a regular customer here for the last 5 years and came with different friends - we were never disappointed!
I love pork momos - so delicious!
Their meat is supplied by local island farms. All curries are cooked with cream of cashew, are gluten free an dairy free.
Nice calming atmosphere. Dalai Lama’ quotes on the walls are a very nice touch.
Next to a lot of parking spots - never had an issue.
The staff is always friendly and attentive.
will come back! delicious curry (plant based/cashew). excellent for vegetarian and vegan food, gluten free options. calming atmosphere. might be nice to have a bottle of water to top up glasses at the table :) friendly staff, won’t come by your table to ‘check in’ which i liked, just to serve/clear dishes
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Tried calling to the restaurant to make an advance order before stopping by at noon; got answering machine stating closed dates for Dec 2021 🤯 which is weird for a first time customer in late Oct 2022? Didn't leave a message figuring it probably won't make too much of a difference. Not going to bother with delivery services as nowadays it costs way more to use them when my temp job is one block away.
Came in, server is quite prompt taking my order as soon as she took orders from customers before me which is fair. Food came in reasonable time considering it looks like one server & one cook in the establishment. I could have done takeout but like the unique ambiance of the place & wanted to try a dine in lunch experience.
Lunch lamb curry was amazing, packed a delicious punch in flavor. Medium spice heat I ordered is quite up there & was close to my level limit; wondered how spicy hot is?
(I'm laughing mentally because my ex-boyfriend with absolute zero heat tolerance would not thrive unless the restaurant offers a zero heat option?) On a serious note, if anyone has a severe lack of spicy heat tolerance, please triple check with the server upon ordering.
Server was free enough to walk around with a water pitcher but never stopped by to check upon me for first taste or anything else. 😭 Did tell her when I walked to the till to get my bill to pay about compliments to the chef & my gratitude for the tasty & filling meal that was obviously made with humble TLC.
The meal is a real winner, good value, & the spice did well to clear my nasal congestion & nagging post-common cold cough. Definitely will become my go to lunch spot whenever I neglect to pack a filling meal to work & will recommend for dinners too.
When we just got to the restaurant, there are only a table with 2 guests there. Then the place got busy quickly. I’m not a big fan of curries but the curries here are just different and so so good, probably the best. We had pork momos, lamb and shrimp curry, all were tasty. Service is friendly but a bit slow and not very attentive. I also like the atmosphere and the decoration of the restaurant.
Service: impeccable and timely
Menu: easy to navigate;
Vegan and Vegetarian and Gluten free options available!!!!
Hooray!!!!
And delicious!
Portions: sizeable enough that plate prices yield good value for money
VERY impressed with the veggie stir-fry!
Impressed with the Momos!
Atmosphere in restaurant is comfortable / relaxed.
If a person is dining in, the space features photography; historical and cultural information on Tibet; wrapped inTibetan decor.
Our plates were flavourful, hot and steamy and enjoyable.
We enjoyed visiting on a Tuesday at the lunch - hour.
We will be back, and we recommend.
Absolutely wonderful service. Delicious food and good sized portions. Our server was very kind and explained the different dishes to us. Thank you so much for the wonderful meal.
I really enjoyed this place. Very authentic, with a nice family run vibe. Food was healthy and delicious, plus the little buns served with the dish were exceptional.
Well worth a visit
This place has some of the best food in Victoria. Tibetan food is like a mix between Indian and Chinese with the best flavours of them all. Executed perfectly at the Tibetan kitchen cafe. The portions are also massive, amazing value for money.
Photos are of the pakoras, beef Momo's, and lamb curry. Everything is made from scratch in house.
🥣 They have delicious Momos (Steamed/fried) and the chutney is my favourite.
😆 That's all what I always have from here. It's best to go and have the momos in the Cafe as they usually don't stay fresh while ordering home.
🌟 The Cafe has a beautiful decor and the vibes are amazing!
🤔 But sometimes it does feel very suffocating and humid inside.
🌟🌟 Rooting for Momos !!
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