Authentic flavours
Reviewers describe the food as genuinely Nepali, with home-style Thakali flavours and dal bhat that reminds them of Nepal.
Nepali Chulho Restaurant
International City
Nepali Chulho Restaurant is a Nepali restaurant in International City, serving familiar comfort dishes such as handmade momos and Thakali Khana sets. Reviews also mention quick delivery, generous portions and a warm, relaxed atmosphere, though dine-in cleanliness and order accuracy can vary.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
122 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Strong momos
Momos are the clearest crowd-pleaser, including steamed, platter and chicken kothey versions with well-regarded fillings.
Generous portions
Several reviews say portions are filling and plentiful, making the moderate or affordable pricing feel like good value.
Fast delivery
Some delivery customers report food arriving quickly, hot and well packed, with portions comparable to dining in.
Welcoming atmosphere
Positive dine-in reviews mention welcoming staff, warm lighting, prayer flags and a relaxed atmosphere.
What to Eat at Nepali Chulho Restaurant 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 Nepali Chulho Restaurant, 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.
These items at Nepali Chulho Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 10
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Chowmein Net +2
“That Nepali Dai who told me the chowmein would be ready and the way the delivered into 5 mins and with such amazement flavours. That guy is not an ordinary chef.”
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“That Nepali Dai who told me the chowmein would be ready and the way the delivered into 5 mins and with such amazement flavours. That guy is not an ordinary chef.”July 2026
“Great food and Hospitality!Momo and chowmein is highly recommended!”January 2026
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Dal bhat Net +2
“I always order dal bhat (veg meal) from them. They’ve never messed up my order, the delivery guys are really kind, and the food is plentiful & flavorful.”
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“I always order dal bhat (veg meal) from them. They’ve never messed up my order, the delivery guys are really kind, and the food is plentiful & flavorful.”October 2024
“Best and authentic nepali taste I tried momo for a lunch and the basics Daalbhat for dinner. It reminded me of Nepal :))”January 2023
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Thukpa Net +2
“I’ve also tried the momos & thukpa- great as well.”
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“I’ve also tried the momos & thukpa- great as well.”October 2024
“Momos, Thakali set , Thukpa at its best.”September 2023
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Chicken kothey momo Net +1
“Best Chicken kothey momo .mouth watering”
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“Best Chicken kothey momo .mouth watering”January 2026
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Hand-made momos Net +1
“Started with hand-made momos — steamed to perfection with that classic achar kick.”
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“Started with hand-made momos — steamed to perfection with that classic achar kick.”June 2026
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Momo platter Net +1
“I love their momo.momo platter is highly recommended !”
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“I love their momo.momo platter is highly recommended !”May 2026
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Steamed momo Net +1
“Love the food especially Steamed Momo ☺️👍”
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“Love the food especially Steamed Momo ☺️👍”February 2025
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Thakali khana set Net +1
“The Thakali Khana set was the highlight: rice, dal, curries, flatbread, and sides all bursting with home-style flavor.”
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“The Thakali Khana set was the highlight: rice, dal, curries, flatbread, and sides all bursting with home-style flavor.”June 2026
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Thakali set Net +1
“Momos, Thakali set , Thukpa at its best.”
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“Momos, Thakali set , Thukpa at its best.”September 2023
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Thakali sukuti khana set Net +1
“I order thakali sukuti khana set. Really It's awesome. I loved it. Must try.”
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“I order thakali sukuti khana set. Really It's awesome. I loved it. Must try.”November 2025
Drinks 1
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Chai Net +1
“Sel roti and chai was good but”
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Review excerpts
“Sel roti and chai was good but”March 2024
What to Avoid (5)
Food 4
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Buff choila Net −1
“I ordered buff choila but when we received it the choila was burnt and not all tasty…. We are getting burnt taste and it was not prepared well….this is supposed to be a newari dish but there is not a tatse of newari…. It’s bitter and burnt….i hope you guys improve your food service and try to improvise more on guest service and satisfaction thank you”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered buff choila but when we received it the choila was burnt and not all tasty…. We are getting burnt taste and it was not prepared well….this is supposed to be a newari dish but there is not a tatse of newari…. It’s bitter and burnt….i hope you guys improve your food service and try to improvise more on guest service and satisfaction thank you”November 2024
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Mutton fry Net −1
“Also the mutton fry we didn’t like it they have used like chicken frying batter which is a big disappointment(tasteless) .”
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Critical review excerpts
“Also the mutton fry we didn’t like it they have used like chicken frying batter which is a big disappointment(tasteless) .”March 2024
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Veg chowing Net −1
“My order was veg momo and veg chowing it's was worst 😫 no salt and fever”
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Critical review excerpts
“My order was veg momo and veg chowing it's was worst 😫 no salt and fever”October 2024
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Veg momo Net −1
“My order was veg momo and veg chowing it's was worst 😫 no salt and fever”
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Critical review excerpts
“My order was veg momo and veg chowing it's was worst 😫 no salt and fever”October 2024
Drinks 1
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Hot lemon tea Net −1
“Normal Hot lemon tea-4 AED( just 3/4 hot water, 1 tea bag, 2 drop lemon syrup and sugar).”
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Critical review excerpts
“Normal Hot lemon tea-4 AED( just 3/4 hot water, 1 tea bag, 2 drop lemon syrup and sugar).”April 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Try takeaway. If dine-in cleanliness matters to you, consider takeaway or delivery; one reviewer specifically preferred takeaway after seeing an uncleared table.
Confirm orders. Repeat the dish and meat choice when ordering, since one takeaway customer received chicken instead of the requested buff combo.
Check spice. Ask about the spice level before ordering if you are sensitive; one customer found a dish far hotter than expected.
Allow time. Build in extra time for orders, especially at busy periods, as reviews mention late service and delivery delays.
Order momos. For a first visit, the momo platter, jhol momo or chicken kothey momo are the most repeatedly useful starting points.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Morocco J04
Warsan First - Morocco Cluster, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Cleanliness concerns
Multiple diners reported flies, uncleared tables and an uncomfortable washroom area, so the dine-in setting may disappoint hygiene-conscious guests.
Order mistakes
Reviews describe receiving chicken instead of buff and other items that did not match the order or menu.
Uneven service
Some customers report long waits and rude or unhelpful responses, particularly when ordering or raising a problem.
Inconsistent cooking
Individual reviews mention burnt chicken, burnt buff choila, excessive salt and poorly cooked soyabean.
Small seating
The dining area has been described as small, with some tables positioned close to the washroom.
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The Bottom Line
Nepali Chulho is a straightforward place to seek out Nepali comfort food in International City, especially if momos are the goal. Reviews repeatedly praise the momo platter, steamed momos and chicken kothey momo, while the Thakali Khana set brings rice, dal, curries, flatbread and sides in a filling meal. Chowmein, thukpa and dal bhat also receive positive mentions.
The strongest theme is authentic, home-style flavour. One diner said the food reminded them of Nepal, and several reviewers found portions generous for the money. Delivery can be a good option: customers describe orders arriving fast, hot and well packaged.
Some also mention welcoming staff and a warm atmosphere with prayer flags and soft lighting. There is a meaningful downside to weigh up. Multiple reviews report flies, dirty surroundings, uncleared tables and a washroom door or area that was not properly closed off.
Other customers experienced long waits, rude communication or incorrect orders, including chicken supplied instead of a requested buff combo. Cooking quality is not perfectly consistent either, with isolated complaints about burnt food, excessive salt and extreme spiciness. For a first order, confirm every item and ask about heat.
Takeaway may be more comfortable than dining in if hygiene is a priority.