While In Kathmandu Menu (Update 2025)
While In Kathmandu in Ridgewood offers a diverse menu of Himalayan/Nepalese cuisine with a range of options for different dietary preferences. From traditional Nepali breakfast items like Fapar Ko Roti and Egg in Breakfast to flavorful starters such as Masala Fries and Chicken Choila, the restaurant provides a unique culinary experience. With rave reviews praising the momos, spicy sauces, and generous portion sizes, While In Kathmandu stands out for its authentic flavors and friendly service. The cozy and rustic decor adds to the dining experience, making it a must-visit spot for those looking to explore Nepalese cuisine in a vibrant setting. Whether you're a fan of traditional dishes or looking to try something new like the Not a Taco, While In Kathmandu offers a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.
Nepali Breakfast
Fapar Ko Roti Breakfast
Buckwheat pancake, a traditional salted Nepali style bread.
Kodo Ko Roti Breakfast
Millet based pancake, a traditional sweet Nepali style bread.
Bara Breakfast
Lentil based patties, a traditional salted Newari style lentil bread.
Sel Roti
Traditional crispy rice donut ring and typical Nepali. Served with aachar.
Egg in Breakfast
Does not come with cumin sauteed light potato curry.
Bacon Egg and Cheese Fusion
Served with any choice of bread with a side of cumin sauteed potatoes and light potato curry.
Masala Fries
Dry Masala Wings
Crispy fried wings tossed in a homemade spice blend.
Sauteed Masala Wings
Crispy fried wings sauteed in a 3 blend spicy sauce.
Cheese Naan
Baked to order clay oven naan bread stuffed with cheese. Served with mint sauce.
Garlic Naan with Hummus
Malekhu ko Macha
Deep fried whiting, inspired from a popular fish food destination in Nepal. Served with side of tomato sauce.
7.Sekuwa
Skewered grilled in open flames, staple of Nepali food culture. Served with flat beaten crispy rice and sauce.
Sadeko Aalo
I'mBoiled potatoes tossed in herbs, spice and hint of lemon with chutney.
Kathmandu Poppers
Large green chili peppers stuffed with potatoes and cheese. Served with chutney.
Duck Choila
Jerky style grilled duck marinated in raw spices. Served chilled, bone in and with aachar.
Chicken Choila
Jerky style grilled chicken marinated in raw spices. Served chilled and with aachar.
Fish and Chips
Crispy fried tapalia fillet with masala fries. Served with tartar sauce and Kathmandu coleslaw.
Starters
Jhol Momo
Chicken Jhol Momo
Pork Jhol Momo
Veg Jhol Momo
(Vegan)
Plantain Jhol (Vegan)
Kera ko momo.
Shrimp Momo Jhol
Panner Jhol Mo Mo
Mushroom Jhol Momo (Vegan)
Kathmandu Alfredo and Garlic Naan
Classic Alfredo fettuccine cooked with hint of spicy Nepali tomato sauce base. Served with garlic naan.
Whole Grill Macha
Whole rainbow trout marinated with Nepali spices grilled and served with quinoa meal and grilled veggies.
Chitwan ko Tass
A classic goat dish dish from Chitwan region in Nepal. Served in a platter with pieces of tender and juicy grilled goat meat served with puffy rice, tomato and radish salsa, crunchy soybean seeds and pieces of cucumbers and radish.
Chicken Platter
Khaja set. Served in a platter with pieces of juicy grilled chicken, chicken choila,crispy flat beaten rice, tomato and radish salsa, crunchy soybean seeds, grilled egg and pieces of cucumbers and radish.
Grilled Pork Chops
Served sizzling with grilled veggies and mashed potatoes.
Grilled Pork Ribs
Served sizzling with grilled veggies and mashed potatoes.
Grilled Salmon
Served sizzling with grilled veggies and mashed potatoes.
Grilled Lamb
Served sizzling with grilled veggies and mashed potatoes.
Sizzling Grilled Vegetables
Assorted grilled veggies marinated in spices and coconut milk.
Grilled Shrimp
Served with mash potatoes, salad and sauteed corns.
Khana Set
2 choice of roti (pancake) served with black bean curry, cumin sauteed potatoes, aachar, mango chutney, Kathmandu coleslaw and egg.
Chicken Roti with Cheese
Served with black bean curry, cumin sauteed potatoes, aachar, mango chutney and Kathmandu coleslaw.
Lamb Chops
Grilled Lamb chops served with mashed potatoes, coleslaw and chutney
Entrees
New York X Kathmandu Fusions
Dry Masala Wings Fusion
Crispy fried wings tossed in homemade spice blend.
Sauteed Masala Wing Fusion
Crispy fried wings sauteed in 3 blend spicy sauce.
Masala Fries Fusion
Not a Taco Fusion (Choila Roti)
Choila roti. Whole wheat roti with jerky style chicken choila.
Himalayan Chiya
Milk tea.
Himalayan Drip Coffee
Iced Chiya
Mango Lassi
Iced Coffee
Drinks
Espresso Bar
Latte
A coffee-based drink made primarily from espresso and steamed milk
Cappuccino
A coffee-based drink made primarily from espresso and milk
Americano
An Americano is an espresso-based drink designed to resemble coffee brewed in a drip filter
Flat White
A flat white is a coffee drink consisting of espresso with microfoam