Our Tandoori Momos fuse ancient Nepalese dumpling craft with the fire-kissed intensity of tandoor cooking. Each piece is hand-wrapped, steam-cooked, then finished in our clay oven for a char that cannot be replicated by any other cooking method.
"The momo is Nepal's soul food. When we put it in the tandoor, we created something that bridges two ancient culinary traditions — Himalayan and Mughal."
— Head Chef, Everest Cuisine
From the Streets of Kathmandu
Momos have been a staple of Nepali and Tibetan cuisine for centuries. Originally filled with yak meat and vegetables, these dumplings traveled along ancient trade routes, evolving with each region they touched. In the bustling streets of Kathmandu, momos became the ultimate comfort food — steamed or fried, served with fiery tomato-sesame chutney.
At Everest Cuisine, we honor this tradition while pushing it forward. Our Tandoori Momo is the result of years of experimentation — combining the delicate dumpling wrapper with the intense, smoky heat of our traditional clay tandoor oven.
The Three-Stage Process
Hand-Wrapping
Each momo is individually wrapped by hand using our signature thin dough. The filling — a blend of seasoned chicken, ginger, garlic, cilantro, and Himalayan spices — is carefully portioned for the perfect bite.
Steam Cooking
The wrapped momos are first steamed in traditional bamboo steamers. This ensures the filling is fully cooked and the dough becomes tender and translucent, locking in all the juicy flavors.
Tandoor Finishing
The steamed momos are then brushed with our tandoori marinade — a yogurt-based blend of Kashmiri chili, cumin, and garam masala — and placed in the blazing clay tandoor. The result: a smoky, slightly charred exterior with a juicy, flavorful interior.
Our Momo Menu
While the Tandoori Momo is our signature creation, we offer a full range of momo styles to satisfy every craving:
Chicken Steam Momo
$12.99Tandoori Momo Chicken
$18.99Titanic Chicken Jhol Momo
$18.99Chicken Fried Momo
$14.99Veg Steam Momo
$11.99Chili Momo
$15.99Why Locals Can't Get Enough
The Tandoori Momo has become our most talked-about dish on social media. The combination of textures — the crispy, smoky exterior giving way to the soft, juicy interior — creates a sensory experience that keeps customers coming back week after week. It's not uncommon for tables to order two or three rounds.
Whether you're a momo purist who loves the classic steamed version or an adventurer ready to try the tandoori twist, Everest Cuisine has something for every palate. Come taste the innovation that's putting Himalayan cuisine on the Bay Area food map.