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.
Ellie R2021-12-05Great visit!!! Fantastic evening with friends. Great food , lovely atmosphere and amazing staff. Would highly recommend and will definitely return.Culture470747712332021-10-26Perfect evening meal We were passing and dropped in. The staff were lovely and welcoming, gorgeous Nepalese waistcoats, nice decor and for once soft unobtrusive music. We decided to go for Nepalese dishes and weren’t disappointed at all. The lamb chop and mo mo for starters were delicious and meaty, the chops with a really tasty dressing. The sizzler, number 1 chicken and the makhani Dahl a perfect main combo. Would very happily return and recommend. DeliciousCat D2021-10-19Lovely lunch in Edinburgh! Fantastic lunch at Namaste Kathmandu for my sisters birthday. Staff were so kind and decorated the plate holding the cake with a happy birthday message and played happy birthday over the speaker system. Food was fantastic and great value for money. I will definitely be back for another Chicken Tikka Masala! My only recommendation to the restaurant is to offer more than 2 prawns on the king prawn starter. I think a minimum of 3 is what you should get for the price.rochbarrett2021-09-08Great restaurant We arrived in Edinburgh earlier and were struggling to find somewhere to eat. After a frustrating two hours we stumbled upon this lovely restaurant. We were starving and the food was excellent. Great service. Would highly recommendScott P2021-09-04Very good food, drinks and service Great meals, one veggie and a non-veggie, currys were full of flavour, breads were great. Their house wine and cocktails are highly recommended, seriously good. Bit of a hidden gem.Katty C2021-08-28Would come back! Would absolutely recommend as the food was delicious. They were generous portions and there was a good atmosphere throughout dinner.shexxa2021-08-14Delicious food We ate here as a family of 4 and we were so pleased we’d chosen this restaurant as both the food and service was excellent! They helped me with vegan choices and accommodated spice levels. Would definitely recommend!