A Taste of the Himalayas

Nepalese cuisine uses lighter spicing, less oil, and features unique dishes like momo, dal bhat and Thakali set meals that are not found in Indian cooking. Nepal borders both India and Tibet, so the cuisine carries influences from both cultures \u2014 but has its own clear identity. Nepalese food is generally fresher, lighter and less oily than most Indian restaurant dishes.

Momo are traditional Nepalese dumplings — small parcels of wheat dough filled with spiced chicken, lamb or vegetables. At Annapurna East Sheen we serve them freshly steamed with our house tomato and sesame chutney. Momo originate from Nepal and Tibet and are one of the most beloved street foods in the Himalayas. They are our most popular dish and the perfect introduction to Nepalese cuisine.

Dal bhat is the national dish of Nepal, eaten twice daily across the country. It consists of slow-cooked lentil soup (dal) served with steamed rice (bhat), seasonal vegetable curry and house pickle (achar). It is wholesome, naturally nutritious and deeply satisfying. At Annapurna East Sheen we serve a traditional version that reflects how this dish is prepared in Nepalese homes.

Yes. You can order online through our website for collection or delivery across East Sheen (SW14), Richmond, Mortlake, Barnes and surrounding South West London areas. Every takeaway dish is freshly prepared to order — the same quality as dining in the restaurant.

You can book a table online through our website, by calling us on 020 8876 6220, or by emailing info@annapurnarestaurant.com. We recommend booking in advance, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings. Walk-ins are welcome subject to availability.

We are open seven days a week. Monday 5pm to 10pm, Tuesday to Saturday 5pm to 11pm, and Sunday 12 noon to 10pm. We are located at 199 Upper Richmond Road West, East Sheen, SW14 8QT, London.

Yes. Annapurna East Sheen has a lovely outdoor garden seating area, ideal for warm evenings. We also offer a private dining room for group bookings, birthday celebrations, corporate events and special occasions.

Yes. We have an extensive range of vegetarian and vegan dishes including vegetable momo, paneer dishes, dal bhat, jackfruit tarkari, saag aloo, vegetable biryani and multiple vegetable curries. Many dishes are naturally vegan — please ask our team for recommendations.

Dhal Bhat Tarkari Achar is the complete traditional meal of Nepal and is considered the heart of Nepalese cuisine. It combines four essential elements: Dhal (slow-cooked spiced lentil soup), Bhat (steamed basmati rice), Tarkari (a seasonal vegetable curry) and Achar (a fermented or fresh pickle that adds sharpness and depth). Together they create a perfectly balanced, nutritious meal that provides protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and probiotics in one plate. In Nepal this meal is eaten twice a day — it is not just food, it is a way of life. At Annapurna East Sheen we prepare our Dhal Bhat Tarkari Achar using traditional recipes and freshly ground spices, giving you an authentic taste of the Himalayas in East Sheen.