Namaste
Namaste Kathmandu is located at the heart of the Edinburgh city.
The restaurant is situated few yards away from National Museum of Scotland and less than ten minutes walk from Edinburgh Castle. It is our aim to create peaceful and romantic environment for all of our customers. The restaurant is comprised of well decorated dining areas indoor with Nepalese souvenirs. We can accommodate up to 80 people in main hall. Moreover, there is private room also available, which can accommodate up to 30 people.
We are Best in Edinburgh
Namaste Kathmandu is regarded as one of the Best Nepalese and Indian Restaurant in Edinburgh. Three times HIT List winner, Best recommended by ‘Colins Scotland The Best’, reviewed by The Herald, Evening News, Frommers, Lonely Planet. The “Certificate of Excellence 2015, 2016 ….and 2019” rewarded by TripAdvisor.
Meet Our Master Chef
Born in district of Baglung, Nepal, Mr Bimal Basnet has grown his experience with the mosaic of spices for more than 25 years.
He started his career at the age of 17 years old as Commis-I at Mini Mahal Restaurant, New Delhi, India. He built up his experience with other well known work places such as La Meridien Hotel in New Delhi, Hotel Mnanang in Kathmandu, Shish Mahal Restaurant in Singapore and Namaste Restaurant in Edinburgh for several years. He is one of the most renowned among the Indian Chef in Edinburgh.
As a result of his proficient and exceptional commitment to his skills in the kitchen, Namaste Kathmandu has managed to become one of the best places to eat in Edinburgh (Hitlist 2008/09, Hitlist 2009/10).
Bimal is eager to expand his current skills and further his own capabilities as Head Chef in Namaste Kathmandu Restaurant. He comments: “By focusing on fresh, quality and well-sourced ingredients, creating innovative menus and the continuous training of my team, I look forward to producing a consistently high standard of dining.”
We are glad to serve his food to you.
