Kantipur Cafe is a Nepali/Indian restaurant located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Our restaurant is a warm and welcoming space where you can enjoy a delicious meal in a wonderful community. We are passionate about providing our guests with the finest and most authentic Nepali and Indian cuisine. Our menu is carefully curated to showcase the best of both Nepalese and Indian cooking, featuring traditional dishes and recipes passed down through generations. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create delicious and healthy meals, rich in flavor and packed with nutrients. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or an intimate dinner, our restaurant is the perfect place to come and relax. Welcome to hot food on your block.
Straightforward option plating traditional Nepalese & Indian dishes spiced to order.
Tamanna Syed
I feel this is an underrated restaurant cafe. The staff are very friendly and kind, especially the front of house female staff worker. They are serving classic South Asian cuisine and have a great location and space! I got the makhani and momos. Would recommend.
… moreErin Silcox
We loved our food so much, we went so far as to say it was the best Nepalese food we have ever had. I love Indian and Nepalese food but this was another level. The space was clean and inviting with beautiful paintings of mountains and porters. We ordered medium spice and got exactly what we expected for heat. Mango lassi helped to cool the tongue. I had the makhani chicken, husband had the goat biryani, and we had two ridiculously good apps I had never had before. A chaat as well as a momo finished with a chili sauce. Could not recommend enough. Thanks to the friendly and humble server.
… moreLisa HD
I have been eating at this cafe frequently. I love the no-frill atmosphere with some awesome food. I love their steamed momos, chowmein. Also the chicken tikka masala, naans and the mango lassis are yum. It’s simple food without the fuss and a local go to for a good quick meal. The serving staff is also very courteous and kind.
… moreRobin Narsingh Ranabhat
first thing i ordered were momo (nepalese dumplings) and they were too doughy and didn’t taste fresh.
Couldn’t eat after second bite and left the place.
and yeah, they don’t give you wifi passwords as well lol. Although they have 3 different wifi routers. but that server lady was super kind enough to offer me using her hotspot !
… moreMelissa Magario
We were visiting from out of town and couldn’t find parking at another restaurant, so we decided to give this place a try, and we are so glad we did! The food was exceptionally delicious, the staff was friendly and helpful, answering all of our questions, and we loved the cozy atmosphere. During our dinner, we saw 6 or 7 people come in to pick up orders to go. The locals know! Don’t pass up this gem of a restaurant.
… moreAnuradha Basnet
We came for lunch, and it was delicious!!! The menu is very big; there were lots of options for vegetarians, chicken, lamb, shrimp, etc. We had the kothe, tandoori, and jhol momo—they were sooo good. We had the khaja set, and it had the authentic Nepali taste. The gulab jamun was so fresh and tasty. Perfect Indian/Nepali restaurant, definitely worth visiting. The owner is very nice, too. We will come again!
… moreNatalie Levine
Such a wonderful find. Ample vegetarian options. Flavorful dishes, excellent naan, and good portions. Dining in isn’t the most pleasant of atmospheres, but it’s clean and bright and the people were friendly. Go to order out spot now. Definitely better than some other more hyped up spots in Inman Square………
… moreandreya
First time here and the food was quite good!
I ordered vegetable pakora, chicken momo(steam), Lamb Vindaloo, and chicken biryani.
The vegetable pakora was so good and came out hot and fresh. Very flavorful solid 10/10
The momo was good as well but it was my first time trying and thought it would be more honestly. Not bad at all though sauces really helped. 6/10 personally.
Lamb was very well seasoned as expected but the meat was a little bit tough. We ordered hot and it did not provide the expected kick. Still very good and came out hot and a perfect portion. 7/10
Now the chicken biryani was such a hit and the portion was insane. Solid 10/10 as i spent most of my morning looking for somewhere off of other reviews. Based on other reviews after visiting it did not disappoint. Was so amazing and the chicken was tender and packed with flavor. again 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This is definitely a place I will be returning to in the future.
regarding the service the tables were a bit sticky… but i’m sure it was because of the scorching heat. It did take a little bit long BUT the food came out so hot and fresh it was worth the wait!!
… moreBiplav Pokhrel B.P
Great food and great service. Really authentic Nepali cuisine made by Nepalese chef.
Definitely better than other Nepali restaurants around here.
… moreM
We tried Kantipur Cafe for the first time this weekend and it was great!! We ordered the vegetable samosa, chicken momo, chicken korma, and chicken kadhai. Everything was delicious!! Each dish had great flavor. You can also customize your spice level for the entrees. Great portions and value. The vegetable samosa order came with 2 large samosas. The chicken momo came with 8 pieces. We also received a nice variety of dipping sauces with our order. The entrees come with basmati rice. We ordered online and picked up. Service was fast, efficient and friendly. The restaurant still had their 15% off the entire menu promotion- not sure how long it will last. I can’t wait to order again!
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