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A social business serving vegetarian food. Has plant milks as well as a separate vegan menu. An aquaponic garden on the rooftop grows organic veggies onsite. Located in Thamel, off the main road on the upper floor of the Shiva complex. Profits go toward assisting the Gandharba people in Nepal who rank lowest amongst the castes. Reported closed October 2022.
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Last update on 10 Oct 2022 by NitzanAlmog
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Added by Nepaliveg on 27 Sep 2016
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42 Reviews
First Review by aeron776
Stephanie123
Points +40
Great food great atmosphere great humans - Edit
Lovely dudes working at this place super welcoming and helpful and the food is amazing!!! Definitely have a chat with the guys and ask about the work the restaurant does in the community. Lots of vegan options, went back several times.
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JosephineMahe
Points +64
Really good food - Edit
And friendly staff. We had the falafel plate, vegan nachos and satay sticks which were all really delicious!
Read morePros: Vegan options are clearly marked , Nice atmosphere
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Gilad.arrad
Points +25
Needs a serious upgrading - Edit
The restaurant has very(!) limited Vegan options.
Read moreAnd for now good reasone, for exmaple they prepreaper all the tometo souce with cream inside, so they have tometo pasta on the menu but no vegan option. Crazzy.
They don't even have any simple dish (like plain salad, or extra bread).
Also, half of the already limited veraity of vegan dishes was not aveilable wen we were there.
Also, it is a very expensive restaurant, and all the dishes are small.
We will not return.
Pros: The one dish we menage to order was good
Cons: No Veraity of Vegan opptions, Expensive
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here2thrive
Points +65
Secret spot for healthy, delicious food in great atmosphere - Edit
This place is awesome - a bit hidden from the busy streets of Thamel, they offer delicious, healthy and wholesome dishes in a creative, comfortable atmosphere.
Read moreThey have a beautiful rooftop terrace lined with small herb pots and lots of greens.
The food was very good and they easily adapted some dishes to our nutritional needs.
Pros: Many vegan options, easily marked on the menu , Local live music in the bar, Unique atmosphere
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elina.simona
Points +52
Amazing Restaurant with rooftop chillout and herb garden - Edit
Sarangi serve delicious food with very generous portion sizes. I had their Dal Bhat and absolutely loved it! I also love their mission to empower communities that have been marginalised by the Cast system in Nepal. By providing training and employing people from disadvantaged backgrounds they create opportunity to break the cycle of poverty and stigma.
Read morePros: Many clearly marked vegan options, Big portion sizes!, Super comfy rooftop hangout
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Heatherw1019
Points +433
Cute spot - Edit
Little bit expensive in comparison to other places in Thamel but very good. They have a mix of Nepali and western dishes. Definitely recommend sitting on the rooftop as it's a great hangout spot and they grow herbs and plants up there as well. They have movie nights (I went to one) there as well which is awesome!
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nadle
Points +72
Good food👌🏼 - Edit
Nice vegan food!
Read morePros: a lot of good food option veg/vegan, They can do/change things for you if you are vega
Cons: Roof top is cozy but could improve a little bit
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HélderPeixoto
Points +89
Great vegetarian/vegan food - Edit
I visited in the evening for dinner and stayed at the rooftop. Amazing light and relaxed ambience up there. Food was very tasty. Plus, if you are a masala tea or capuccino lover, they can make it with soy, almond or coconut milk. Friendly staff.
Read morePros: Vegan options well pointed out, Ambience, Friendly staff.
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mchg
Points +111
Delicious! - Edit
Staff was kind, food was delicious and service was quick. After weeks on the road I was looking forward to something more western and grubby for a change. For lunch I ordered vegan nachos, pineapple smoothie and vegan cheesecake hit the spot! Lovely restaurant, I will be coming back!
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kelseyjaynex
Points +4959
Disappointing dinner - Edit
The atmosphere and rooftop space is awesome, service was friendly and it’s for a great cause so I feel bad saying this... but honestly the food here was pretty awful. We had garlic bread which had only the tiniest touch of garlic and oil, so it was mostly plain dry toast. Also had nachos which was really basic, although the guacamole was great. But I copped a bite that tasted like mould, I think it was in the bean mix.
Read moreMaybe it was a bad night.
Pros: cozy rooftop space with floor seating, worthy cause
Cons: food was really basic, not fresh, overpriced
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edenk
Points +46
Cute and friendly place - Edit
4.5/5 stars
Read moreInside an alley in the thamel street, quiet and cozy. Didn’t eat here but the banana smoothie was great. They have soy, coconut and even almond milk (which I haven’t seen in Kathmandu before). I set on the rooftop, there are many itching ants here and a bit dusty but the downstairs area seems cool and comfortable.
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kuntalj
Points +212
Super tasty Vegan food in the heart of Thamel - Edit
Wide variety of Vegan options - tons of smoothies, plant milks, salads, sandwiches, Nepali and Indian Vegan food, and a nice Vegan cheesecake too! If you are looking for a healthy and hearty meal in Kathmandu go visit Sarangi! And the owner is a musician and involved in various community building and social activities!
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JessiJune
Points +456
Tasty food - Edit
The menu was good. Lots of traditional food and reasonably priced. Friendly staff.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Inexpensive
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HollyAnne
Points +326
10/10 for the tofu scramble - Edit
Best scramble tofu I’ve ever had and cheap
Read morePros: Delicious , Friendly staff , Vegan options clearly marked
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nina.schnauz
Points +246
Very good experience - Edit
I had a very nice lunch. Service was nice, food was good and nice atmosphere.
Read moreIt’s a bit pricey, but still highly recommended.
Pros: Vegan options marked , Good atmosphere , Very nice staff
Cons: A bit expensive
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Vegansbuns
Points +44
All good - Edit
this is the best restaurant in Kathmandu or close to it. the best vegan nachos I've had in my life. The service was the friendliest and warming. And the vibe is again the best. The garden at the top is wonderful. They even donate to Nepalis lower caste. What a great feeling. Easily 5 out of 5 stars!
Read morePros: They have the best tasting healthy food., Great location, easy to find, Service is so homely
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Cassandra_W
Points +313
Missed the mark - Edit
We wanted to love this place, but too many things let it down. The staff are absolutely lovely, the space upstairs is perfect to chill out, but unfortunately the food and timing let it down. It's probably the longest we've ever waited for a couple of hot drinks and dessert. We ordered the rice pudding which was okay, the vegan cheesecake...well the staff were sweeter. Maybe a different time of day perhaps.
Read morePros: Great chill out space
Cons: Food/drinks took a very long time, Food wasn't amazing
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cc14cows
Points +239
Great food and a great cause - Edit
We came here for dinner on a Friday evening and were the only diners. The food was great. We had a paneer kufta and veg tempura in soup (can't remember what it was called). The restaurant is run by an organisation that supports girls and women who have been trafficked. Please come and help keep this restaurant open.
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Isabelrose
Points +125
Nice ambiance, good food - Edit
This is certainly a great place to go with a group of friends or a date for a relaxing sit-down meal. They have an extensive menu with continental and Nepali/Indian food. They have a huge drink menu. Prices are high for Nepal, moderate for Kathmandu restaurant for tourists.
Read moreI've tried their cheese balls (FANTASTIC) and their dal bhat (average). I would go back and try some more food for sure. The ambiance is super nice and pretty and the service is great. Vegan options are clearly marked as such.
Pros: Good food, nice ambiance, good service
Cons: pricey, touristy
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smitsen94
Points +412
Good choice in town - Edit
Vegeterian restaurant with vegans options marked. I ate falafel plate with hummus. First I got different hummus, seems old. But later they gave me one more hummus which taste better. Cappuccino with coconut milk doesn’t taste very well unfortunately
Read morePros: Lots of vegan choices , Healthy
Cons: Hummus can better , No coffee there
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SarahR123
Points +22
Great place! - Edit
Cozy place with many vegan options! I loved the vegan nachos. They also have a vegan cheesecake! Friendly helpful staff. Upper floor is cool with many greens
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DaniëlleGijsen
Points +18
Fresh tasty food and friendly staff - Edit
Its a comfortable homely place to relax in the middle of thamel. I loved the veg samosa and the curry. They also have coconut, almond and soy milk. The staff is really friendly!
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CamilaSilvaL
Points +7987
lovely - Edit
I came sleepy and sick, but the nice staff instantly made me feel good and welcomed. The atmosphere is amazing.
Read moreI tried the soy banana lassy (OMG SO YUMMMMMYYYY), the nachos that I couldn’t even finish (BIG and delicious), the satay starter (the best sauce ever) and my omni dad tried the farmer’s dish that was so good and HUGE. He loved it, I loved it too and I recommend it a lot. He also had an amazing margarita. 10/10
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m@earthville
Points +10500
Instant favorite — best in Kathmandu - Edit
Sarangi has a lot to love, from concept to execution. The menu is diverse and creative, the food is organic and delicious, the service is friendly and helpful, there are movie nights and live music nights, and the whole project supports marginalized communities in Nepal. What more could one want?
Read moreFood-wise, the produce is grown organically in aquaponic gardens on the rooftop terrace, so it couldn't be any fresher. The cooks do a great job with flavor, texture, and presentation (see photos). Most of the menu is either vegan or veganizable on request. During my visits, I had the chance to sample about seven dishes from the menu, all of which were tasty and worth having again, plus others that looked appealing that I didn't get a chance to try. The samosas, nachos, and the "farmer's plate" (roasted veggies) were particularly tasty. They also do great fresh juices. For those with a sweet tooth, the vegan cheesecake was a treat not to be missed, you could enjoy it with a soy latte.
The atmosphere of the restaurant is charming, with candlelit table service downstairs and a breezy rooftop terrace. And the location at the end of a lane off of the main drag in Thamel makes it refreshingly quiet and peaceful, while still being quite conveniently central.
Perhaps best of all, though, is the fact that Sarangi is a socially-responsible business designed from the start to provide jobs, training, income, and opportunities to various marginalized communities in Nepal, and the founders of the restaurant have bold vision for pursuing this social objective. For example, they provide job skills training for people from impoverished backgrounds, and provide micro-loans to villagers to help them lift themselves up. As customers, it's great to know that the money we spend here is helping to support such noble work.
All of these factors combine to make Sarangi my new favorite restaurant in Kathmandu.
Highly recommended. Do check this place out. Enjoy!
Pros: Diverse menu, with local organic ingredients, socially-responsible business, mostly vegan, and very vegan-friendly
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thecharlotte
Points +763
Many vegan options - Edit
Cute rooftop café that serve many vegan options such as tofu scramble, porridge, salads and more! It is nice to come here for some quiet compared to many other places in this crowded city. Sit, relax and enjoy the sun and good vegan food.
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kashtie
Points +56
Little vegan oasis in Thamel - Edit
This place is brilliant! Lovely staff: helpful and friendly. Lovely food: good choice of vegan and vegetarian (with vegan alternatives) and everything ordered was extremely yummy. Lovely place: Rooftop patio for ultimate chill out, spacious downstairs cafe area and free wifi to boot.
Read moreWe went back 3 or 4 times for all of the above.
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vegan_simon
Points +2783
great 4 vegans - Edit
Great food, friendly staff; they take care with the presentation of their dishes (the cheesecake was a happy surprise). The service is very slow but food worth the wait. They have a smoking area in the rooftop section which i didn't like because i don't smoke and i would have liked to dine up there smoke free. Anyhow the dining room on the kitchen level is smoke free.
Read morePros: vegan menu, good food, ample portions, friendly st
Cons: service is slow so take a book to read
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