Nepali Momo at Mt 8848

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 Second time to enjoy Nepali food this week.  This time at Mt 8848, a more upscale Nepali place.


Found out that Mt 8848 refers to the elevation of Mt. Everest - 8,848 meters (29,027 feet.) 

Had a mixed plate of momos, fries, barbecued chicken and butterflied fried sausages.  Salty lassi was saltier than Indian version.

Dish came with some rice crispies called bhuja.  Finished with mukhwas, mouth freshener sometimes given after meals at Indian restaurants.

Manager named Umeish did a quick survey with us on his IPad.  Gave them top ratings all the way.  They just launched 2 weeks ago.

Umeish said they have bara, a Newari pancake that I always look for in Nepali restaurants.  Will definitely try it next time along with some chow mein, with ketchup, Nepali style.

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