Eat dal bhat, momos and Newari cuisine

Eating well in Kathmandu costs very little. The staple is dal bhat, the national dish of lentil soup, rice and vegetable curry, filling, delicious, and famously served with free refills. Don't miss momos, the beloved Nepali dumplings, and seek out the distinctive Newari cuisine of the valley's indigenous people. Thamel is full of travellers' cafés, but step into a local bhojanalaya (eatery) for the best value and the most authentic flavours. A food tour is a fun way in, or follow the locals. The rooftop cafés also offer a peaceful escape from the busy streets below.