<Visited in early July 2023> Before watching a Bollywood movie (Indian Hindi film) in Omori, I decided to visit the second store opened by the daughter of the owner of a Nepalese shop in Ikegami for the first time. From Nakanobu Station on the Tokyu Oimachi Line and Toei Asakusa Line, I headed straight on Route 1, turned left at Magome intersection (near Magome Station on the Toei Asakusa Line), and arrived at the shop with a banner of "Ishoku Dogen" in front of the JR Yokosuka Line and Shinkansen viaduct (about a 20-minute walk). In the open kitchen, I could see the female staff member and one male staff member. I chose the Dal Bhat Set (tax-inclusive 1,430 yen: Dal soup and the shop's special Hem tea which is refillable) from the lunch menu similar to Ikegami, and selected the spice for aiding digestion, fennel seeds, with a choice of one type of spiciness. I also ordered a single Tibetan bread* (tax-inclusive 440 yen). *Also provided in Ikegami, available by reservation as Grun Roti at the Nepalese shop in Yamato City Tsuruma, and provided as a multi-layered type Fini Roti at the new shop in Mikawashima. Similar to Ikegami, a special tea was served before the meal. It was easy to drink without bitterness. After about 10 minutes, the dishes arrived. Breaking the turmeric rice mixed with long-grain rice (Basmati?), pouring the light and clear Dal soup over it, and savoring it was delightful. Sprinkling crushed papadum (fried lentil crisps), combining a little Tarakari (vegetable curry with pumpkin, celery, greens, etc.), Ardham (potatoes and beans), and the gentle flavor of sesame and tomato Achar (dip sauce) little by little, the meal progressed even further. The boneless chicken curry was moderately spicy, and I had a refill of Dal soup once, finishing it. The Tibetan bread as a snack was lightly sweet with a sprinkle of cinnamon and honey. The small sesame dumplings, similar to Ikegami, with Moringa (known as drumstick in South India) powder sprinkled on top, and the slightly sticky yogurt called Zuzu Dau* were subtly sweet. *Also on the menu at the Nepalese shop on the 7th floor in Shin-Okubo. The special Hem tea had a slight bitterness, similar to Ikegami, and I declined a refill before leaving. Overall, the seasoning was less intense and there was hardly any oil compared to most Nepalese restaurants in Shin-Okubo or Kamata. PS: It took about 20 minutes on foot to get to Omori Station, going through German Street and Ikegami Street from Magome Ginza intersection on the circular Route 7.

Today was an unusually hot day. I visited the restaurant feeling hungry after exercising in the morning. The staff greeted me with their usual smile. I ordered the Chicken Curry Set with Nettle Berry Hot for 1210 yen. First, I enjoyed the delicious Dal Soup, which warmed me up. Then, I sprinkled plenty of Hem Spice on the rice and savored the Curry and Tarkari. The spiciness was just right and I finished it quickly. Of course, I had seconds of the Dal Soup and Hem Tea. We chatted as always, making the meal even more enjoyable. I'll be back soon! Thank you as always. Namaste. ★★★Thank you for the meal★★★

I visited the restaurant while feeling under the weather, and when I'm not feeling well, I always crave Suvarava's Dal Soup. I tried the Nepalese Fried Rice Set for the first time, which had always caught my attention. I chose ghee as the oil option. The fried rice was packed with lettuce, vegetables, and medicinal herbs, including nettle which I always ask for. The fried rice was light and not greasy, making it easy to eat. It was mildly seasoned, so it went well with the side dishes and Dal Soup. I also had seconds of the Dal Soup and herbal tea. The meal was delicious and made me feel better. I will definitely visit again soon. Thank you for the meal!

Today, I took a day off from work due to feeling unwell and visited a restaurant for lunch. I usually choose chicken curry, but today I ordered the Keema curry set for 1100 yen, with nettles and hot spice level. The flavor was just as good as always, even though I asked for it to be less spicy this time. I enjoyed it while adding some Hemas spices for extra flavor. Surprisingly, by the time I finished eating, my throat, which had been feeling bad, had unexpectedly improved! I think it was thanks to the Hema tea. Nepalese herbal cuisine is truly amazing, being gentle on the body and leading to good health. I will definitely visit again! Thank you for the delicious meal.

First time visiting in the evening. Chose the Namaste Set for 2,310 yen (curry, rice, tarkari, dal soup, papad, achaar, chutney, coconut balls, hema tea, dessert, drink). Also ordered the chicken curry (very hot, with nettle) and hot chai. Was surprised by the portion size. It was served on a heavy ceramic plate. My friend ordered the Hema Special Set (Dido), and the dal soup couldn't fit on the plate, so it was served separately! Such a huge portion! The food was not only generous in portion but also delicious in the evening. I was so happy to see my favorite dal soup served in a large bowl. The chicken curry was spicy as I like it. The portions are really impressive in the evening. I managed to finish it all, but it was heavy for me. Next time, I might go for individual choices. There are other dishes I want to try as well. We also had a nice chat, making it a fun dinner time. I'll visit again soon! Thank you for the meal!

Today, I had the usual Chicken Berry Hot curry set for 1210 yen at Himalaya. You can choose from 3 types of curry, along with dal soup, chutney, achaar, Hem tea, rice, and dessert. I always add nettle to my curry, which is my go-to style. They know I like spicy food, so today they added Nepalese chili for an extra kick. It was delicious as always. Most of the customers seem to be locals and regulars from Himalaya, but I think it's worth venturing a bit further to visit. I'll bring my curry-loving friend from Shizuoka soon. Thank you for the meal.

This is the second branch of Ikeda Himalaya. The daughter of Hema is the owner and it opened last month in April. It is located along the Kandai Route, close to the station, with a very large sign as a landmark. The menu is the same as Ikeda Himalaya, but it is expected to change in the future. The interior of the restaurant is designed to resemble a Nepalese rural house with orange walls and blue window frames, giving it a stylish cafe-like atmosphere. The Chicken Berry Hot Curry Set costs 1,210 yen and includes a choice of 3 curries, dal soup, chutney, achar, Hema tea, rice, and dessert. Before the meal is served, a snack-like treat called "Buja" is provided. I always order this curry set at Ikeda Himalaya. I like to have nettles added to my curry. The Chicken Curry is always delicious with its usual spiciness, tender chicken, and the wonderful Hema spices. I love these spices. The dal soup is light and refreshing. Many Nepalese restaurants serve a rich type of dal soup, but this one is light and you may even want to drink it as is (refills are available). The Hema tea is a must for a palate cleanser or after the meal. It has a bitterness that is quite nice. It feels like it's cleansing all the bad stuff from your body. Ah, it was delicious again today. I will definitely be back soon. Thank you for the meal.