If you’re searching for a unique street food experience in Nainital, Sonam Momos (also known as Sonam Fast Food) in the Tibetan Market stands out for its authentic Tibetan-style momos, especially the mutton variety. Flavorful and affordable, these momos are a hit among both tourists and locals seeking genuine taste without pretension. The old-world charm of its bustling market location adds to the experience, though it may be crowded and somewhat tricky to find.
However, Sonam Momos is truly a no-frills eatery. Expect a modest setting with a local atmosphere and a basic approach to hygiene—some diners have noted food handling practices that might put off the more hygiene-conscious. The quality of momos, while mostly praised for their juiciness and spice, can sometimes be inconsistent with occasional reports of dryness.
In summary: Come to Sonam Momos for the local flavors and the atmosphere of Nainital’s Tibetan Market. It’s a great spot if you prioritize taste and authenticity over polish and presentation, but be ready for simple surroundings and potential crowding, especially during peak season. The mutton momos here are still considered a...
Read moreI've been eating mutton momos at this place since 2008 and they were really delicious when I ate them for the first time and I believe till 2015 they continued serving the same delicious momos, but after 2015 something went off and the taste of the mutton momos changed, the hot sauce was not hot enough, the momos didn't have the same taste as before, they were not juicy and rich with flavours, the most recent I ate them was on 28th of October, 2022, and at that day I was really regretting eating them, because I seriously went to Nainital from Mathura just to enjoy the taste of them after 1.5 years. There I was much more disappointed than before and had to gulp them down just for the sake of memories I had eating them earlier with my friends. 😔 I want the real Sonam Momo to be back, they were the best, the sauce was so hot that it made my mind sensational along with the juicy mutton filled in the thin...
Read moreI have purchased 2 plates of Mutton momos but it was just worst in taste as its upper layering was hard like it was un-cooked. Even I told to momos maker there that momos are un-cooked but still they again served the hard un-cooked momos. I reached to nainital with mouth watering feeling of Sonam momos but this time they really disappointed us. They should work on it and ensure to serve well cooked and awesome momos like earlier times so that when we will come again in nainital, we can enjoy those mouth watering mutton momos at this shop. Please maintain the deliciousness of your Mutton momos. I will definitely come again and wl eat your Mutton momos and you please ensure to not...
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