Maya DD’s is an independent family run Nepalese restaurant and bar at 25 Anglesea Road in Woolwich. The kitchen presents everyday comfort food alongside regional dishes that are less commonly found on London menus, with staff happy to explain unfamiliar ingredients and styles. Its intimate, relaxed dining room suits family meals, casual lunches and groups eager to share several plates.
Momo are an essential starting point, with handmade dumplings served steamed or fried and accompanied by house sauces. Chatamari, a thin savoury rice flour dish, and wo, a lentil based speciality, introduce Newari traditions, while sekuwa brings marinated meat cooked over direct heat. Chilli paneer, buffalo jerky, samosa chaat and other street food plates add contrasting spice, crunch and richness.
Dal bhat offers one of the clearest expressions of homely Nepalese food, pairing rice and lentils with vegetables, pickle and a choice of curry. Goat, mutton, chicken and vegetarian dishes use warming Himalayan spices without reducing every plate to the same sauce. Thali style combinations make it possible to taste several elements together and understand how grains, pulses, vegetables and meat balance one another.
Chow mein, biryani and thukpa reflect the Indian and Tibetan influences that meet in Nepalese cooking. The noodle soup is particularly comforting, while stir fried noodles and rice dishes provide familiar options for diners new to the cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan choices are available throughout the menu, and traditional sweets, tea, beer and soft drinks round out a generous meal with the personal feel of a family restaurant.
Address: 25 Anglesea Road, Woolwich, London SE18 6EG, United Kingdom