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Lacto
Indian
Buffet
Take-out
Nepalese
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Nepali restaurant offering some vegetarian entrees for main courses, plus standard Indian appetizers like naan, samosa, and pakora. Vegans to inquire about dairy use.On the River Walk. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm.
23 Reviews
First Review by smasheasy
devinw
Points +103
Probably one of the best vegan options in Estes - Edit
Was in town 1 week and I’d say this is one of the best vegan options in town. Sadly there are no 100% vegan spots at all in Estes (wtf Colorado??!) but yeah this is good. Staff is all super friendly and willing to make vegan versions of many of the veg menu with no drama. We had the aloo gobi masala and it was bomb as hell. Also had some tasty samosas. I hear the Chana masala is super dank as well. Will come back if here again
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tomtheplantsman
Points +733
Delicious - Edit
A really excellent choice! Just had to clarify that vegan meant no milk/butter, so steer clear of the bread, but the vegetable dishes can all be made vegan.
Read moreFriendly folks, nice spot with outdoor seating, and everything tasted so fresh
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SurfJurples
Points +161
Good spot for vegans - Edit
Solid dining option for vegans. I got the Aloo Goby Masala. All the veggie curries can be made vegan if you request it. Staff is very friendly.
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microfauna
Points +1886
Not bad - Edit
Tried Nepal’s after a couple disappointing ting meals at Himalayan Curry. Some prices are a little lower but the food does not come with sides. The Nepali curry was tasty but not very filling and the rice was of a lower quality basmati. Many vegan options.
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CPerkins
Points +52
5**Excellent choices. Delicious good - Edit
They could make naan vegan. The garlic one was delicious. We had veggie noodles, biryani, veggie samosas, and aloo Gobi. Highly recommended!! Also had vegan coconut drink.
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ChadTCB
Points +16
Amazing! - Edit
The Curry was great, but that Channa Masala is on another level!
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DeanJen
Points +5449
Notably nourishing with a noble nimbleness. - Edit
Outside dining available.
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Hexproof
Points +46
I really like Nepal's - Edit
So far I've had the vegetable noodles, the okra potatoes, veggie momo, samosas, biryani, and baigan barta eggplant dish. All was delicious 😋👍
Read morePros: Many Vegan options, Friendly staff, family owned
Cons: No more buffet, Too much oil in some dishes
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KellyDyer
Points +198
A must visit! - Edit
We were so enchanted by this lovely little nook of a restaurant. Family owned & ran, authentic cuisine with very knowledgeable, helpful servers. They went out of their way to make sure we had a good assortment of vegan options and to cater to my sons sensitive palate. I wish we could have went back here a few more time to try everything else!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-12-31
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Lalo_Gil
Points +26
Amazing - Edit
The server was very friendly and knowledgeable about vegan options. The food was incredible especially the samosas!
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OwenCox
Points +26
Very good - Edit
i love this restaurant. coward vegetarians will be very happy with a lot of top tier meals but there are a variety of good vegan picks. The veggie biryani is my favorite .
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meeshee133
Points +55
Perfect Post Hike Food! - Edit
Wow - we were so thrilled to find this spot. Lots of vegetarian options, and very accommodating about vegan options. We got chana masala, samosas, naan and vegetable momos. It was so good, and seemed reasonable priced for being surrounded by tourist traps. Definitely will be coming back.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-04-27
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zane-plants
Points +190
Friendly people and good food - Edit
I got the biryani and it was really flavorful! Very friendly people.
Read morePros: Good options, Flavorful, Friendly people
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GalenaNightfire
Points +37
Delicious Vegetarian Options - Edit
Fabulous Biryani! Very good veggie noodles too.
Read morePros: Several Vegetarian options , Wonderful, family-owned restaurant , Buffet also available if you’re in a hurry
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VegosaurusVagabond
Points +3048
Hospitable, filling, tasty - Edit
Had the samosas and Nepal's Curry which were both great. Super friendly staff who happily understood what was vegan and were able to leave out the ghee in the curry.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Filling
Cons: Menu not clearly labeled, specify vegan
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fondducoeur
Points +1167
Good vegan options, helpful staff - Edit
Nepals Cafe has a large number of vegetarian dishes on the menu. When I asked, the server said only the channa masala and Aloo Gobi were completely dairy free, despite not being referred to as creamy on the menu. However, he did say they could make some of the other dishes without using cream
Read moreand naan without butter upon request. This was very appreciated. We split channa masala, Nepal vegetable curry, okra with potatoes, and naan. It was all very good.
So, this place has very good vegan options, just make sure to be clear that you do not eat dairy.
Pros: Good vegan options, Helpful staff
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joeszusz
Points +29
Best Veg in Estes! - Edit
I've been going to Nepal's for years, it is my go-to place in Estes. Delicious veggie options and an awesome lunch buffet. They ALWAYS have veg options for the buffet available. Quite a few vegetarian dishes, from noodle dishes to curries and delicious naan. Some vegan options also available. The business is run by a Nepalese family and they are incredibly courteous. They recently expanded the small space into the attached building for additional seating. This place can get busy and isn't a "fast food" place. One of the very few good places to eat in Estes.
Read morePros: Delicious, Friendly, Lunch buffet
Cons: Can sometimes be busy, In downtown Estes
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sglcklch
Points +2969
Probably the best bet in the area - Edit
Came here for dinner with my partner. Menu has a large vegetarian section but no clear indication of vegan items. Look for those without "creamy" in the description and you should be good. Avoid paneer too if you're not familiar with the Indian cuisine. If in doubt, ask the staff, who seems knowledgeable. The vegetable momos are also vegan and delicious. So is the naan, just make sure to ask for no butter. I especially liked how light and non-greasy the food was compared to its Indian counterparts. A thoroughly enjoyable meal overall.
Read morePros: great food, not greasy
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Ellenkm
Points +822
the place to go - Edit
Everyone said this is the place to go. Good vegan options. Nicely spiced. Very authentic.
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Docmartin9
Points +50
Excellent - Edit
Great fond in Estes Park. The buffet had 2 vegan options, a curry and a potato dish. The sauces gave it some kick too. Went back more than once :-)
Read morePros: Flavor, Ambiance, Vegan Options
Cons: None
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Tom8315
Points +242
Nepalese Curry Really Good - Edit
This place has several vegetarian curries. The waiter asked if I wanted creamy or not. When I made it clear that I was vegan, he understood. The garbanzo bean curry and Nepal curry both were delicious. Warning: non bread is buttered but I bet they will serve without.
Read morePros: Tasty, Unique
Cons: Watch For "Creamy" dishes
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thomaspberry
Points +37
Great find in Estes Park - Edit
My wife and I ate here last week and it was wonderful. Nice little restaurant, great service, but the food was spot on. We are vegan and finding a good vegan meal in the mountains is a challenge. Nepal's Cafe is family run by folks from Nepal, and the food shows it. We had curry vegetables with rice and garlic naan. Everything was fresh and the naan was maybe the best we have had in the states! The menu has many vegan possibilities and we will return for sure. Give them a try.
Read morePros: Food quality, Vegan selections, Price
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smasheasy
Points +176
Very good Veg option in Estes Park - Edit
I have really enjoyed Nepal's Cafe the two times I've been to Estes Park. The Himalayan cuisine is really good, with lots of vegetarian and vegan options, along with some meat for your carnivorous family and friends. Small place, no A/C, but along the river walk, so it's not terribly crowded. Recommended, for sure, if you're in the neighborhood.
Read morePros: Lots of Vegan/Veg options, Small, family-owned/operated, Location
Cons: no A/C for hot days
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