Momo variety
Momos are a standout, with reviews specifically praising the Kukar MoMo special, chicken momo and a big momo thali.
Lumbini Restaurant & Guest House
Bur Dubai
Lumbini Restaurant & Guest House is a Nepalese restaurant in Bur Dubai serving traditional Nepali food in a garden and family-friendly setting, with accommodation also available. Reviews particularly point to momos, Thakali meals and dhido sets, alongside a relaxed atmosphere for meals or meeting friends.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
445 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Thakali meals
Several customers enjoy the Thakali khana, including one review calling the Thakali set its favourite Nepali dish.
Dhido set
The dhido set is specifically recommended as a satisfying lunch choice.
Relaxed setting
The garden atmosphere is described as calm and homely, with music and an upstairs dining area mentioned positively.
Generous portions
A birthday group of more than 30 guests praised the food's flavour and generous portions.
Guest house
One customer reported clean, well-maintained rooms alongside fresh food, making the venue useful for both dining and accommodation.
What to Eat at Lumbini Restaurant & Guest House How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Lumbini Restaurant & Guest House, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Lumbini Restaurant & Guest House, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 8
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Kukar momo special Net +2
“The food was 🔥! Highly recommend the Kukar MoMo special , Amazing ambiance, great service by Ms.Anisha keep it up, and delicious food,”
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Review excerpts
“The food was 🔥! Highly recommend the Kukar MoMo special , Amazing ambiance, great service by Ms.Anisha keep it up, and delicious food,”February 2026
“Cooker momo is the best if you are in Dubai you can visit there thanyou so much dipika”February 2026
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Big momo thali Net +1
“Specially that big momo thali and mutton thakali was best.10/10”
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Review excerpts
“Specially that big momo thali and mutton thakali was best.10/10”March 2025
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Chicken momo Net +1
“I like the chicken momo in lumbini....and dipika service is very good she is very kind and always smiling face 🌝”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I like the chicken momo in lumbini....and dipika service is very good she is very kind and always smiling face 🌝”January 2026
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Dal bhat tarkari set Net +1
“The momos are fresh and flavorful, the dal bhat tarkari set is wholesome and satisfying, and their thukpa is a must-try if you’re looking for something warm and comforting.”
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Review excerpts
“The momos are fresh and flavorful, the dal bhat tarkari set is wholesome and satisfying, and their thukpa is a must-try if you’re looking for something warm and comforting.”September 2025
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Dhido set Net +1
“Ambience is good and staff are friendly.we went there to have lunch.it was amazing and good service.highly recommend dhido set . I hope to see you soon.✌️✌️”
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Review excerpts
“Ambience is good and staff are friendly.we went there to have lunch.it was amazing and good service.highly recommend dhido set . I hope to see you soon.✌️✌️”March 2026
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Mutton thakali Net +1
“Specially that big momo thali and mutton thakali was best.10/10”
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Review excerpts
“Specially that big momo thali and mutton thakali was best.10/10”March 2025
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Thukpa Net +1
“The momos are fresh and flavorful, the dal bhat tarkari set is wholesome and satisfying, and their thukpa is a must-try if you’re looking for something warm and comforting.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The momos are fresh and flavorful, the dal bhat tarkari set is wholesome and satisfying, and their thukpa is a must-try if you’re looking for something warm and comforting.”September 2025
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Thakali khana Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Good service ms dipika miss🙏 Thakali khana is best Thank you Lumbini entire team😍”
Positive 3Negative 3
Review excerpts
“Good service ms dipika miss🙏 Thakali khana is best Thank you Lumbini entire team😍”January 2026
“I am specially fan of Nepali Thakali food served by this restaurant.”August 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Check VAT. Ask for the final bill and whether VAT or service charges are included before ordering, as diners reported surprise charges.
Allow time. If ordering several Thakali sets, allow extra time: one group waited around 30 minutes for the remaining plates.
Try upstairs. For the dining atmosphere, consider the upstairs area, which one reviewer specifically recommended.
Order momos. Momos are a sensible first order, with reviews highlighting both the Kukar MoMo special and chicken momo.
Check comfort. If indoor comfort matters, ask about the AC before settling in because a regular reported an unrepaired unit.
Plan the visit
Practical details
BURDUBAI - near ZAM-ZAM ELECTRONIC
Al Souq Al Kabeer, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Service delays
A dinner with six Thakali sets took around 30 minutes for the remaining plates to arrive, with repeated requests for refills.
Added VAT
Several diners said the menu price did not clearly prepare them for an added VAT charge at payment.
Inconsistent food
Some returning customers felt the food quality and taste had declined compared with earlier visits.
AC problem
A regular customer said the AC had still not been repaired despite visiting two or three times a week.
Pets indoors
One diner was uncomfortable after seeing a dog at a table inside and raised hygiene concerns.
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The Bottom Line
Lumbini Restaurant & Guest House is a Nepalese dining spot in Bur Dubai where the most useful starting points are the momos, Thakali khana and dhido set. Reviews mention a Kukar MoMo special, chicken momo, dal bhat tarkari and thukpa, so there is plenty here beyond a generic Nepali meal. The guest house adds an accommodation option, and one visitor reported clean, well-maintained rooms.
The setting is a recurring strength. Customers describe the garden as calm and homely, while another recommends the upstairs dining area and its music. It also works for groups: one review describes a birthday gathering of more than 30 guests with generous portions and organised management.
Service and food are less predictable. Many diners praise welcoming staff, but others report inattentive service, poor communication and delays; a table ordering six Thakali sets waited about 30 minutes for the remaining plates. Food reviews range from fresh and delicious to complaints that the taste and quality have declined.
Before ordering, confirm whether VAT and service charges are included. If you are sensitive to indoor temperature or pets, ask about the AC and current indoor pet arrangements first.