Bhojan Griha — Restaurant in Kathmandu Metropolitan City

I visited bhojan griha on 23rd July, based on the rating of the place. This review is therefore a review on what to expect if you visit the place.

I was escorted from the gate to the steps that take you up the restaurant, which kind of felt nice. The setting upstairs was decent, and the large open window meant that there was decent fresh cool air circulation. I was asked to take off my shoes and followed the waiter. Water was served in brass glass, and I knew it was going to be a traditional meal.

I washed my hands in a small men's room and the small washbasin was also made of brass. Outside, there was a short veranda which lead to another room, where one person was sitting on a duvet on the floor and giving an interview. If you were to have lunch in that setting, you would be sitting on the floor. I was in the adjoining room, where the chairs were low, and so were the tables, but I was not sitting on the floor.

The water came and gave me a set menu, which at USD 20 appeared high to me. In any case, I asked for the ala carte, and wasn't disappointed, as he reluctantly, even if politely produced the menu card. I ordered mixed vegetables, and Dal, along with two chapati. I also ordered a fanta. The food when it came, was once again served in brass ware, and was fresh. The Fanta was served in a glass and was without fizz, probably they use large bottles to save costs. But this is not a cheap place, so the saving is in poor taste, because when you pay more, you notice the descrepancies more.

The food tastes good and was freshly made. No one asked to switch on the table fans, and I just ignored the minor amiss here.

The waiter appeared just as I was finishing, and asked if there would be anything else. I requested for the bill.

The bill when it came struck me as slightly odd. There was a 10% service charge, but the waiter was in any case hanging around, waiting for more. The VAT was on both the basic bill and the service charge, which was a bit odd. I left some small tip not to disappoint the poor man, who probably doesn't even get the service charge.

The bill was over USD 10, which is clearly a lot for normal Nepalese cuisine, even if in a decent setting. I am going...

I recently dined at Bhojan Griha and, regrettably, my experience was far from pleasant. Despite the steep price of the Thali set, which costs around $30 (equivalent to Rs 3500), the quality of the food was profoundly disappointing.

Firstly, the taste of the food was abysmal. Each dish in the Thali set was either bland, overly salty, or lacked freshness. For such a high price, one would expect a well-prepared and flavorful meal, but this was certainly not the case. The overall quality of the food left much to be desired.

Secondly, the service was incredibly poor. When ordering the Thali set, one would expect all items to be served together, allowing for a cohesive dining experience. Instead, each staff member brought out only one item at a time. This disjointed service meant that by the time I received the final item of my Thali set, I had already finished the rest of the meal. This not only disrupted the dining experience but also showed a lack of coordination and efficiency among the staff.

On a more positive note, the restaurant does offer a cultural dance performance, which adds a lively and entertaining atmosphere to the dining experience. The ambiance is enjoyable, and if you are interested in the cultural performances, it might be worth a visit just for that.

However, it is evident that Bhojan Griha primarily caters to foreign tourists. The focus on ambiance over food quality and service is apparent. If you are looking for an authentic and satisfying dining experience, I would recommend looking elsewhere.

In summary, while the cultural dance and atmosphere are commendable, the poor food quality and disjointed service at Bhojan Griha make it a place I would not recommend for a meal.

Save your money and dine at a restaurant that prioritizes both taste...

Most disappointing dining experience in Kathmandu! We looked forward to enjoying the advertised entertainment and meal package with our guests, who were visiting Nepal for the first time. However, our evening took a sour turn when a group affiliated with the Tourism Association, also dining there, monopolized the use and enjoyment of the restaurant. The prolonged speeches at their table delayed the entertainment, causing an hour-long disruption despite our 6:30pm reservation.

Efforts to address the situation with senior management were futile as our concerns were dismissed. Even when the musicians attempted to commence the performance, they were abruptly silenced by members of the Tourism Association.

The Tourism Association's behavior displayed a profound lack of respect and an attitude of self-importance, pressuring other diners to conform to their unreasonable demands. Witnessing such a disregard for hospitality and basic respect was embarrassing, particularly ironic given their meeting's supposed purpose of "promoting tourism."

Regrettably, the restaurant's management failed to rectify the situation, choosing instead to cater to the Tourism Association’s selfish demands. This lack of responsiveness was deeply disappointing. The few appetizers that did arrive after long drawn out pauses were subpar. I cannot speak for the main course as our dinner was cut short due to the selfish demands of the Tourism Association members. Without the entertainment aspect, the food is definitely not worth the price tag.

In conclusion, I would advise patrons to consider supporting other local establishments that uphold the standards of hospitality and professionalism. Bhojan Griha is NOT an accurate representation of the wonderful Nepalese culture, cuisine, and...