Come to Nepal and must try the steak?

Who would’ve thought the most stunning meal in Nepal would be a steak? Wandering into this little shop in Thamel by chance, a 40+ RMB set piles steak, bacon, fries, fried mushrooms, and veggies high like a mountain. Pair it with a glass of red wine for just a few dozen , and the candlelight glints off the cutlery—this isn’t just a street meal abroad, it’s “budget romance” done perfectly! 🍴 A cozy Thamel bistro that warms you at first step Tucked off Thamel’s main street, the restaurant has an unassuming facade, but stepping inside feels like a hug: wooden floors creak softly, Himalayan oil paintings hang on the walls, and a small candle flickers on every table, its flame dancing gently in the breeze, casting soft shadows all around. We picked a window seat with a checkered linen tablecloth. The waiter smiled as he handed over the menu: “The steak set is our signature.” I nearly double-checked the price: a “full set” for just over 40 RMB, including 150g of steak, crispy-fried bacon, golden thick-cut potato wedges, crunchy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside fried mushrooms, and a small plate of boiled broccoli and carrots—colors bright like a painting. 🥩 Steak: Juicy enough to surprise, 40+ RMB tastes high-end The steak arrived on a sizzling plate, edges slightly charred, center pink with a perfect medium-rare. A gentle slice with the knife, and juices seeped out, mingling with the aroma of black pepper—irresistible. A bite in—and wow, that tenderness! No dryness, just a hint of buttery richness, with rosemary infusing every fiber, releasing a natural sweetness as you chew. The bacon, crispy at the edges, added a salty, fatty kick that complemented the steak’s meatiness. The fried mushrooms stole the show: a thin batter coating gave way to juicy, garlicky insides, balancing the steak’s heft perfectly. The potato wedges were a hit too: thick, crispy outside, fluffy as mash inside, dusted with salt and chili powder—addictive on their own. The veggies, boiled to retain their sweetness, cut through the richness. By the end, my stomach felt warm but not heavy. 🍷 Glass of red wine: (few dozen RMB) buzz, perfect with steak Planning to order soda, but the waiter recommended “glass red wine—great value.” Served in a stemmed glass, the deep red liquid swirled with a light fruity aroma, mild acidity, and soft tannins—no harsh “cheap wine bite,” just a hint of berry sweetness. A sip of wine, then a bite of steak: the wine elevated the meat’s juiciness, and the candlelight glinted off the glass. Suddenly, it hit me—where else can you get “sizzling steak + a buzz” for under 100 RMB? Back home, that might not even cover the plate! 🕯️ Little romance in candlelight: More touching than “ritual” is sincerity Halfway through, the candle burned down to a stub, its flame warming the face of the person across the table. Next to us, a Nepali couple—he fed her a fried mushroom with his fork, they clinked glasses laughing. Romance doesn’t need to be expensive; it’s the care in a 40+ RMB set, the unhurried warmth of candlelight. The bill? Two people, one set + two wines = just over 100 RMB—cheaper than a fast-food meal back home. Leaving, Thamel’s streetlights glowed, cool carrying the lingering steak and wine. Suddenly, I got it: travel’s best surprises hide in alleys—not fancy feasts, but this “treated well without overspending” warmth that lingers. If you’re in Thamel, don’t miss this! A 40+ RMB candlelit steak will redefine “Nepali deliciousness” for you～ #NaNaTravelDiary #ThamelFood