Namaste Kathmandu is a family run Nepalese and Indian restaurant at 17–19 Forrest Road in central Edinburgh. Established in 2007, it offers lunch and dinner in a colourful dining room close to the Old Town’s museums and university buildings. Warm hospitality and a strong sense of Nepalese identity shape the experience as much as the extensive menu.
Nepalese starters include momo dumplings, soups and grilled meat, introducing spice combinations that move beyond familiar curry house choices. Main dishes use chicken, lamb, vegetables and seafood in preparations associated with Nepal and the Himalayan region. Diners can combine these with rice, breads and chutneys to create a shared meal.
Indian classics and tandoori cooking broaden the selection, with pakora, samosa, tikka, clay oven seafood and a range of curries. Vegetarian and meat free dishes are spread through the menu rather than confined to one token option. Guests with allergies should study the current information and discuss ingredients directly with the restaurant before ordering.
Wine, beer and other drinks accompany the food, while reservations support both ordinary tables and larger gatherings. The restaurant’s two level layout and private space make it suitable for family occasions as well as a straightforward pre theatre dinner. Namaste Kathmandu brings the cooking of neighbouring food cultures together without erasing their distinct ingredients and traditions.
Address: 17–19 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QH, United Kingdom