Food counter serving build-your-own salad bowls, Mexican burrito wraps, biryani, falafel, burgers, sandwiches and more. Offers smoothies and cold pressed juices. All greens are hydroponic, all food made in house with natural ingredients and carefully inspected before purchase. Located near Shidhartha Bank Thamel. Reported fully vegan September 2024. Open Mon-Sun 8:30am-9:30pm.
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Sagarmatha bazar, Mandala St (at Near seven corners opposite NCCS college paknajol THAMEL), Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Outdoor seating
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 22 Sep 2024 by AlwaysHappy
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Added by AlwaysHappy on 19 Aug 2021
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59 Reviews
First Review by AlwaysHappy
becsvegana
Points +563
Good food, better desserts! - Edit
The food was good but the portion size was kinda small for me. But the brownie and ice cream were soooo yummy! Would recommend :)
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CoClo
Points +183
Delicious fresh salad - Edit
Great choice and beautifully made salads, smoothie was delicious too
Read morePros: Good selection , Off the main streets, quiet
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nicodemo21
Points +30
Happy holistic Food - Edit
Our journey to land of divine and alpes
Read morehas more meaning to meet such a warm couple owner of this restaurant that actually cover me with love to serve me
the food that energize my strict diet that help my yoga practices. This place has it all, always happy and stay bliss.
In short, you can find anything and everything the is required by a strict Vegetarian or a Vegan. The best food me and my friends had throughout our journey to the Holy Mountain. May this couple be blessed for having such a beautiful setup here in the middle of Kathmandu.
Mr Jitesh and his wife will be the best hosts in your journey in Katmandu
Updated from previous review on 2023-06-20
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MirtillaLaResdòra
Points +1086
Peaceful place, nourishing food - Edit
This place is a little oasi of peace in the chaos of Kathmandu. It’s very clean, the staff is incredibly friendly and kind and the food is delicious and healthy. We already went twice and planning to go again while in Kathmandu.
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adifisher2
Points +16
Amazing food! - Edit
Amazing food, the staff is very very nice. Came here a couple of times, all the dishes I tried were delicious.
Read moreTry the chocolate chip cookies they’re amazing
Updated from previous review on 2023-04-30
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Veggie J
Points +790
Great find. - Edit
Amazing fresh smoothies. Made fresh.
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Huraiquire
Points +9692
So good, I could cry - Edit
After struggling to find a healthy, clean vegan meal for nearly a week here in Kathmandu, thank goodness I finally found this place. And the staff really is as friendly and bubbly as other reviews have said. The food is gorgeous and the tofu sizzler is so tasty. They serve fresh juice (no sugar added- but ask no ice if you don’t want any). Just in absolute awe. It’s a hot spot for travelers as well. The prices are fair.
Read moreThe cookies are tasty, but a bit dry and the veg soup is kind of bland. Try the mango juice. The fruit is incredibly sweet.
Update: there are peanuts in some sauces 🥜❗️
Allergens are not listed.
The staff are working on either putting a sign or updating their menu as they seemed to not know allergens are life threatening. Thankfully I had medicine and they were really kind in trying to give me things to make me feel better.
Do to their commitment to train their staff better (a server told me there were no peanuts so I kept eating and half way through, asked the manager/owner and the answer was yes!), I will still rate 5 stars, but please please please list your allergens!! I almost died. A vegan place that doesn’t kill other animals, but does kill people would not be IT. 🙏🏽
Updated from previous review on 2023-04-24
Pros: Large menu, Fully vegan, Wonderful food and staff
Cons: Charges 3% extra for card payment , Allergens not listed- Please Ask!!
Happy_Bart
Safe travels!
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Oh wow! That's incredible. I want to cry tears of joy over $3 vegan meals.
Read moreHuraiquire
Thank you! @Happy_Bart
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@ thenumberofthebeast right?! I never know what I’ll get when it comes to vegan restaurants and their prices. I usually expect to put down some cash because maybe they have less customers than ones that offer animal flesh and products, but this is so affordable and incredibly delicious and wholesome. My heart flutters.
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ga-slo
Points +899
Very good! - Edit
homemade milk (I recommend cashew), great saladas (not all dishes have chilly in it, but if you don't like it, just always order without it to make sure), super friendly staff. make sure you try some dessert, doesn't matter wether it's the cookies or brownie, both are good!
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Lucylu
Points +377
All vegan deliciousness! - Edit
Excellent little restaurant on Mandala Street so no awful traffic /pollution. Great varied menu. Super fresh ingredients. I had the burrito (black beans with extra avocado), a huge Mango juice and I had to try the chocolate chip cookie. After weeks trekking this order didn't disappoint and left my taste buds tingling. I highly recommend and will definitely go back to try more.
Read morePros: All vegan & cheap, Super friendly staff, On a pedestrianised road
Cons: None
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eemedemiriam
Points +24
100% best place in kathmandu - Edit
We went 5 times in our last 2 days. After being sick for a whole week in Nepal it was amazing so find a CLEAN KITCHEN. the owners are so lovely and all the food is to tasty. All vegan, plenty of options, we tried burritos, sandwiches, burgers and sizzlers (pretty much everything lol). Food is fresh and servings are big. Prices are really affordable and the juices (also fresh) are amazing. My fav place in whole Nepal.
Read morePros: Fully vegan, lots of options , Super clean kitchen, really affordable , Lovely staff
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tantantan
Points +1123
Good food good vibes - Edit
We loved this little spot. It's a super clean open kitchen and the food is healthy and delicious. The staff are adorable and super bubbly. They also have vegan desserts. Seems almost everything on the menu is vegan
Read morePros: Almost fully vegan, Healthy, clean food, Vegan cookies and desserts!
Huraiquire
Almost everything? Are there non vegan items there?
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Jeffbendavid
Points +85
Always happy vegan restaurant - Edit
100% vegan, clean fresh food
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-01-15
Pros: 100% vegan, Clean, Fresh
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KarenSuksabai
Points +4298
Very fresh, very tasty - Edit
Clean taste, good price, quick service.
Read morePros: So many options, Very fresh salads
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Maurita
Points +277
Delicious falafel and creamy potato sandwich!!! - Edit
Loved the place! Super cozy and the colors are nice inside. The salad didn't quite fill me so I think the portion could've been better, but the falafel was delicious, and the hummus was okay, not the best I've had. The creamy potato sandwich was also very good and it tasted very fresh. The green smoothie was delicious and light so it went well ! Overall it was a delicious meal.
Read morePros: Good vegan options , Good variety, Cool spot
Cons: Salads could be a larger portion
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LudwikaFortuna
Points +229
Safe option for hungry - Edit
The food is westernised and not that much sophisticated. Although these are hearty meals so be sure to get satisfied after eating here! Everything is fresh and staff members are supper helpful. Free wifi available
Read morePros: Big menu
Cons: Mid range prices
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AliceLecis
Points +62
Good food, close the center of Thamel - Edit
The most of the menu is vegan! Lots of variety between burgers, wraps, salads, juices and so much more! The people working there are really kind and the food is really delicious
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AnnaWacker
Points +411
ONLY SALAD I WILL EAT IN KATHMANDU - Edit
This restaurant is the place to be if you are looking for CLEAN, healthy ingredients, and a salad that won’t make your stomach run.
Read moreI ate here multiple times while in Kathmandu, and really enjoyed it! Building my own salad and added the ingredients my body calls for while travelling and on the go was a blessing! 🙌🏽 The staff here are incredibly kind, became like friends of mine and I highly recommend that you go here, support this place and treat yourself with a fresh salad. 😊✌🏽🌱
Ps. The mint/koriander salad sauce is divine!
Pros: Build your own salad, Very kind staff , CLEAN produce
Cons: A little pricy
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DavidLópezValero
Points +55
Good for morning coffee or take away - Edit
Coffees with planted based milk options. Good for breakfast or spend the time with a book. Has a little room with 4 tables
Read morePros: Coffees with planted based milk options, Vegan meat burrito
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GeorgiaR
Points +83
Favourite place in Kathmandu! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Edit
So happy to have found Always Happy Food Co. Can’t recommend them enough. The food is very high quality, healthy, delicious and generous portions. They were very happy to adapt menu items, like taking salad off. Ate breakfast and dinner here the three days we were in Kathmandu, all amazing! The staff are absolutely lovely and you can see the kitchen is spotlessly clean, as are the tables. Great variety as well! Highly recommend!! Wish they were in Australia!
Read morePros: Healthy with lots of options, Delicious!! Great quality food, Very clean kitchen and restaurant and all vegan
Cons: Can add milk
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kenvegan
Points +13128
Very Clean Restaurant - Edit
Finding a spotless kitchen in Kathmandu is no easy chore. I finally found a kitchen that would probably get an A by American standards. The food is tasty , the portions are large, and the freshly squeezed sweet lime juice is wonderful.
Read morePros: Clean kitchen, Good food
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MermanManly
Points +1427
Great veggie noms! - Edit
I wasn't feeling well, and dragged myself out of the hostel for this place, as seen on happy cow. Glad I did!
Read moreI had a kimchi noodle soup and a veg paradise sandwich. Tasty, and not expensive.
The setting is bright & clean, if a bit boring, and has plenty of space. The glass-walled room on the side reduces traffic noise.
Pros: So much veg!, Tasty, Inexpensive
Cons: Wish it was closer to my hostel!
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VeganFoodQuest
Points +1464
So close to 5 stars… - Edit
Pleasantly surprised just how good the food was here. It wasn’t just good, it was very good. I had a tortilla with vegan sausage, extra black beans and avocado and it was delicious. They make the sausage from seitan and they also make vegan cheese. Why did I only give it 4 stars? They have milk and cheese products available for their guests who like to add dairy to the dishes and smoothies. This is such a shame as the entire menu is vegan, just these unnecessary ‘extras’ lose them perfect marks from me.
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SandipRai
Points +24
Best vegan cafe in ktm! - Edit
everything on the menu is vegan or has an alternative! The owners are so kind! The menu is quite flexible as well.
Read morePros: everything tastes great , must try miso tofu soup and sizzlers
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chewbacca
Points +17
One of a kind vegan/veg restaurant in thamel, a must visit!!! - Edit
Mexican burrito wrap is mouth watering and the sizzlers are amazing!!!
Read morePros: Everything here is vegan friendly , Drinks and smoothies are fresh and 100% natural , The owners are soo kind!!!
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mai.veganjourney
Points +285
The best vegan place in Kathmandu - Edit
Come and try this beautiful vegan spot! What I love and appreciate about this place is everything they serve is fully vegan! The owners are so lovely and they greeted us with warm smiles and you can feel they really enjoyed what they are doing. As vegan ourselves, we feel so happy that we can have vegan options in anywhere we go! We tried the avocado black beans salad bowl, soy paneer tikka masala sandwich, mexican burrito wrap and fruit bowl. Everything was so healthy, and tasty!!! Highly recommend this wonderful place!!!
Read morePs: after eating too many fried food, this is the place I feel I can eat healthy again!!!
Pros: Wonderful healthy options , Clean, Nice family business
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kuntalj
Points +212
Tasty + nutritious Vegan food in Thamel - Edit
Always Happy co. is an amazing all vegetarian/vegan place (though majority of the menu is Vegan). The menu is diverse and offers super tasty and nutritious food - a rare combination. The place is run by a super friendly and passionate hard working couple. The cafe itself is very clean and loved the bright colors and ambience. I personally tried their tofu burrito, green protein smoothie, and a chocolate doughnut. I went back super happy and super satiated without having to worry about my protein needs!
Read morePS: I'll be updating the review once I try out more food items.
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consciously.em
Points +38
Lots of options - Edit
Lots of options for vegans would visit again but definitely one of the more expensive places to eat in the area. I had the quinoa and brocoli salad which was delicious. Portion size was too big for me (and I do usually eat a fair amount) but the food was good.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Can customize dishes to your liking
Cons: More expensive
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