The Yak and Yeti Gurkha Restaurant

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  Alex Bondrea

  ·3 months ago

  “Went in expecting a lot more, but the mains just lacked taste. Had the chilli momo starter which was actually pretty good, tea was just ok chai. Atmosphere was nice, but would like to see more spice and salt in mains.”

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  Prashnaa Shrestha

  ·3 months ago

  “No word is enough how happy me and my sister is…. as a nepali we really missed our authentic taste and food and we went to this place❤️Everyone was really kind and welcoming.I honestly felt like i was in nepal ❤️we went both cafe and restaurant and it was amazing experience.Thank you so muchhhhhhhh⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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  Amy G

  ·3 months ago

  “Absolutely stunning food, my partner wants to learn how to cook the pork belly. Will definitely return and highly recommend a visit. Warning (to those with disabilities):- There are stairs to entre the restaurant”

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  Andy P Lang

  ·3 months ago

  “My 2nd visit and still a top restaurant in York, if you're not familiar with Nepalese cuisine you need to try the Yak and yeti”

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  Zara Sherwood

  ·5 months ago

  “Had vege Momo ( steamed and jhol ) which were both vegan and a chicken dish. Both were super tasty and fragrant, wish we got more Momonin the Johl as there were only 6 and I had to order another portion! Lovely ambience and staff were accommodating of my veganism and the menu was clearly labeled!”

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  Niloufar A

  ·9 months ago

  “Overall a lovely experience with fantastic food! I got the lamb chops which was very tender and juicy! The only thing I would say is that I wish there was a bit more flavour with the lamb chops but otherwise it was delicious, I enjoyed the complementary soup as well! The baklava was amazing as well, the nutty filling was very generous and flavoured that complemented the buttery pastery. Worth the money!”

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  Danny Ward

  ·1 year ago

  “What an absolute find this place was. I’ve not tried Nepalese before so I wasn’t sure what to expect. We’re ordered a variety of starter and sharer items and we loved them all. The Pani Puri were amazing, if they are still on the menu, you have to have them. The Chatpatte was also really tastey. Definitely something different to try and well worth the gamble.”

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  Vince Wright

  ·1 year ago

  “This is probably one of the best restaurants in England. The food is absolutely incredible. Filled with authentic and bold flavour. Fantastic service and homely interior. I can't recommend this enough. In fact if you are in York you must try this restaurant. We got the chow mein and momo dumplings. They were a 100/10”

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  Barun Acharya

  ·1 year ago

  “I honestly don’t think this place justifies the 4.7 star rating it has on Google. I am Nepali myself and have been to countless Nepalese restaurants up and down the country. I brought a friend here on Tuesday (his first time trying Nepali cuisine), and I even messaged the restaurant beforehand on Instagram to check if they were authentic — they assured me they were. Unfortunately, I was left disappointed. The service didn’t reflect the warmth and hospitality Nepalis are known for. It seemed like a family-run place, and while the man serving us wasn’t rude, he wasn’t particularly welcoming or approachable either. The waitress appeared more focused on chatting with family friends than looking after the tables. With only three other tables occupied, it wasn’t a busy night, so the lack of attentiveness stood out. The “fresh homemade lemonade” was another letdown — it tasted like bottled lemon juice mixed with sugar syrup and water. It arrived in under a minute, which confirmed it wasn’t freshly squeezed. Having worked in hospitality and mixology myself, I can say with confidence that it wasn’t freshly made. Food-wise, it was a mixed experience. The chicken choila didn’t taste authentic at all and probably should be called something else, but the chilli momos were excellent — easily one of the best I’ve had, so I would recommend that dish. The chicken chowmein was good and exactly what I’d expect. However, the thakali masu bhatt set was very disappointing. The traditional touch of pouring hot ghee (butter) over the rice — which is central to that dish — was completely skipped. I had hyped this up to my friend, as it’s something done in every authentic Nepali restaurant, so it was a real letdown. Service again fell short during the meal. No one checked in on us for drinks or asked how the food was, yet I noticed the table next to us being asked for feedback. I don’t enjoy leaving negative reviews, but I feel it’s important to share an honest experience, especially when a restaurant claims to be authentic. This wasn’t the worst meal I’ve had, but it was far below what I’d expect from a 4.7-star rated “authentic Nepali” restaurant”

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  Jamie B.

  ·2 years ago

  “We visited for a late lunch, so the restaurant was quiet. It's up a flight of stairs, so not accessible for all. There was a pleasant atmosphere, with traditional music playing in the background. The service throughout was welcoming, friendly, and polite. The menu is fairly varied, except for the desserts. Vegetarian options are clearly marked. The food was delicious, pleasantly spiced with mild heat. The portions were reasonable. I'll be happily returning next time I'm in York.”

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