The Best Restaurants in Bandipur, Nepal

LOOKING FOR THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN BANDIPUR, NEPAL?

You’ve come to the right place as I have tried many restaurants in Bandipur and here you can find my guide to the best restaurants in town!

Bandipur is full of lovely restaurants and cafes. The main street is like walking down the streets of Belgium or France where you can sit outside in cafes and enjoy a sunny day. There are also restaurants that overlook the hills and mountains which are really nice especially during sunsets.

Looking for things to do in Bandipur? Check out the best things to do in Bandipur here!

Best Restaurants in Bandipur

Bandipur Bahidar Cafe

• Cuisine: Nepali, Continental

I just love the Bandipur Bahidar Cafe. It is run by a lovely lady and her cooking is amazing. It is a great place for breakfast but they have other items on the menu too, such as pizza, burger and Nepali dishes.

The best thing is that they have their own bakery, so all bakery items are freshly made. They serve great French press coffee and even make birthday cakes. The prices are very affordable and usually opens a bit earlier than other restaurants in the Bandipur Bazaar.

Samay Baji

• Cuisine: Newari, Nepali

Bandipur is a Newari settlement and in contrast, there are not many restaurants where you can try Newari food. Samay Baji is one of the few restaurants that serve Newari dishes, so here you can try samay baji (Newari thali set), choila (marinated, spicy buff/chicken) or bara (Newari lentil pancake).

Newari dishes are usually very spicy, so if you want to go easy on your stomach, you can also have less spicy Nepali dishes here. The lady and her family who owns the restaurants are all very nice and they can also give you some recommendations on things to do in Bandipur.  

Cafe Active Ant Bandipur

• Cuisine: Nepali, Continental

The best thing about this restaurant is that they have balconies and seats overlooking the hills. It makes it a great place for sunset and dinner.

The owner is also very friendly and is happy to give some recommendations on things to do in Bandipur. They serve both Nepali as well as continental dishes.

Khaja Cafe

• Cuisine: Indian, Nepali

The Khaja Cafe is near the Bandipur Bazaar and it has really tasty and affordable meals. ‘Khaja’ means ‘snacks’ in Nepali, so here they serve mostly snacks and light meals such as chaat, samosa, momos and sandwiches.

The owner is super friendly and helpful if you have any questions about Bandipur. The prices are also very affordable, one of the cheapest I have found in Bandipur.

The Old Inn Bandipur

• Cuisine: Nepali, Continental

The Old Inn is a bit more on the higher end of restaurants in Bandipur. It is a hotel but you can also just come here to eat at the restaurant.

Typically, they have Nepali dishes and are best known for their Nepali set menus. These set menus include the Nepali thali set with various side dishes. It is definitely a place to come if you feel like treating yourself to a well-deserved, tasty meal.

Pratiksha Restaurant and Sweet House

• Cuisine: Indian, Nepali

At the Pratiksha Restaurant and Sweets House you can try different sweets, donuts and yogurt. They also serve bakery products, so it is a great stop for a quick and cheap bite of donuts or set roti. You can eat in or you can also get it for take away.

Top 3 Things to Do in Bandipur, Nepal

You came to this article to read about the best restaurants in Bandipur but while you are here, here are some of my recommendations for the best things to do in Bandipur:

• Hike up to the Thani Mai Temple and see the sunrise or sunset
• Visit Nepal’s largest cave, the Siddha Gufa
• Go on a Hike from Bandipur to Ramkot

Bandipur is a charming town on the way between Kathmandu and Pokhara and is a popular stop to enjoy the sunrise and sunset views of the Himalayas, go hiking or just chill at one of the cafes and restaurants.

Bandipur is famous for its well-preserved Newari architecture (wooden carved windows and red bricks). It is so charming with its architecture and restaurants on the main street that it is often compared to being in Belgium or France.

Where to Stay in Bandipur, Nepal

Bandipur is such a beautiful little town in Nepal that it is easy to spend around 3 nights here. There are many hotels and guest houses to choose from and here you can find my top 3 recommendations for hotels in Bandipur – one for each budget!

Best Budget Hotel in Bandipur:

📍Himchuli Guesthouse

Best Mid-Range Hotel in Bandipur:

📍Bandipur Chhen

Best High-End Hotel in Bandipur:

📍The Old Inn

FAQs: Restaurants in Bandipur

What is Bandipur famous for?

Bandipur is a small town in Nepal, famous for its well-preserved Newari architecture. Newari architecture is traditionally made of red bricks and wood carved windows.

Walking down in Bandipur also makes you feel as if you were in Belgium or France. It feels like Belgium or France as the main street has outdoor cafes and restaurants where you can soak in the sun and people watch.

How many days should I spend in Bandipur?

It is easy to spend 2-3 nights in Bandipur. There are a lot of things to do in Bandipur, which could take 2 full days. The main attractions in Bandipur include:

• Sunrise and sunset at Thani Mai Temple
• Hike to Siddha Gufa, the largest cave in Nepal
• Hike to Ramkot, a small village near Bandipur

In Conclusion

In conclusion, Bandipur is a touristy town and has many restaurants to choose from. There are many different types of restaurants and dishes available, including Nepali, Newari, Indian and continental.

As Bandipur is a Newari town, it is worth trying some Newari dishes. Samay Baji in Bandipur is a great restaurant to try Newari dishes, such as samay baji or choila.