Pohkara backpacker
Vegan Way in Pokhara is hands down one of my absolute faves! š And get thisāI first discovered it while staying at the Pohkara Backpacker, right in their cozy little courtyard! šļø Let me tell you, Iāve got this unshakable trust in hostel restaurantsāsometimes, those hidden gems whip up dishes that are way better than fancy standalone spots! š Who wouldāve thought, right? Nestled right by the stunning Phewa Lake, this cozy vegan spot feels like a little slice of heavenāyou can even hear the water lapping gently while you eat! š£āāļø It all started when my Bulgarian friend dragged me there one lazy afternoonālet me admit, I was low-key dreading it at first, rolling my eyes like, "Ugh, here comes another sad 'white people meal' with zero flavor..." š But BOY, was I proven wrong! š That first bite totally blew my mindāwho knew vegan food could be this good?! Their mushroom burger? Chef's kiss a thousand times š Picture this: perfectly grilled portobello mushrooms oozing with vegan cheese, stacked with crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and a zesty sauce that ties it all together. The bun? Toasted to golden perfection with just the right amount of crunch. Itās so juicy and flavorful, I order it every single timeāno exceptions! You gotta try it, trust me on this. And hey, this place is 100% vegan through and through! š„ Every meal and drink Iāve had here? Chefās kiss š From fresh smoothies that taste like sunshine š¹ to hearty bowls packed with veggies, itās all incredible. Seriously, you can order blindfolded and still end up with something amazingāno misses here! For dessert? The brownie is an absolute showstopper š«ārich, fudgy, with a slightly crackly top and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Itās so decadent, youāll 100% forget itās vegan. Just⦠do yourself a favor and skip the carrot cake, okay? š„š° Itās not terrible, but compared to the brownie? Itās like comparing a rainy day to a sunny beachāno contest. Oh, and the second floor? Chef's kiss again, but louder šø The large windows frame the lake perfectlyāyou can see the mountains towering in the distance, boats gliding across the water, and if you time it right, the sunset paints the sky in hues of orange and pink. š Itās so breathtaking, I always snap a million photos before even taking a bite! Do yourself a favor and book a table upstairsāyou wonāt regret it. Vegan or not, this place is a non-negotiable when youāre in Pokhara. 10/10, Iād happily eat here for breakfast, lunch, a. bv #Pokhara