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Vegan restaurant at Hotel Avataar in Thamel (previously at Bouddha 6). Serves Nepalese and international cuisines. Sample dishes such as seitan and mushroom kebabs, chilli momo, vegetable pizza, pakora, and vegan burger. Can cater for groups and events. Relocated from Z-Street, Thamel. Open Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm.


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155 Reviews

First Review by bunyak

chloealexandra

Points +115

Vegan
13 Dec 2024

A good all rounder

Great food, friendly and accommodating staff.

Gemkvegan

Points +1936

Vegan
10 Nov 2024

Vegan shakshuka and nice terrace

Really nice terrace and interior. Extensive menu. We both got vegan shakshuka which was fun and the ‘egg’ tasted really good. Also got choc brownie which was more like a cake but very nice.

crawfordone

Points +99

Vegan
30 Oct 2024

Good food, nice ambiance

Menu with varied dishes. Today, for the fourth time, I had the ‘mo: mo: soup’ and for the first time the ‘soya fysh sticks’.

The broth of the soup is tasty and full of flavors. The momos are fresh and delicious and have the perfect structure and softness.

The soy fysh sticks were tasty, but they don't live up to their name. They were actually cubes of fried tofu with very minimal seaweed flakes on top of it. Still, a good source of protein though and quite flavorful.

Overall, I think Loving Heart is a nice and cozy place to enjoy vegan food. If you sit upstairs on the terrace, it's advisable to ask them to turn on the ceiling fan because with the sun on the flat roof, it can get quite warm. Downstairs on the covered terrace, it's cooler anyway.

I really recommend Loving Heart. The ambiance is cozy, the food is good and the staff is friendly and helpful.

Updated from previous review on 2024-10-30

Pros: Good vegan food, Nice atmosphere , Friendly staff

Cons: The quality and taste of the dishes varies a lot

marissandtim

Points +2316

Vegan
30 Oct 2024

Lovely place

Probably our favorite place for vegan food in Kathmandu. We stopped by for lunch once so far and will definitely come back again. The restaurant is located in the top floor of a building on one of the main roads in Thamel with an amazing view from their rooftop. We got some delicious chai with soy milk, amazing momos, the roti curry set and spinach crepes. Everything was just so delicious and really filling.

Pros: Completely vegan, Super friendly staff, Great options

NYCswimmer

Points +635

Vegan
24 Oct 2024

Outstanding local vegan

Loving Heart Vegan Restaurant in Kathmandu is a cozy and welcoming spot located in Thamel. It’s Nepal’s first fully vegan restaurant, offering a menu that fuses global flavors with local Nepali dishes. Known for its homestyle cooking, the restaurant provides a range of options, including meat substitutes, hearty curries, salads, and Nepali classics like vegan thukpa and dal fry. The restaurant emphasizes sustainability and compassion in its food offerings, making it a favorite among both locals and traveling vegans. The family literally cooks for you from scratch after you order!! They are part of a local vegan community

Pros: Spinach crepe, Stairs tofu, Very friendly people

Cons: None

Phips

Points +304

Vegan
09 Oct 2024

Nice all-vegan spot which is one of the go-to spots

We were happy to find another all-vegan restaurant in Thamel. The service and food was fair, not the best we've had in Kathmandu though. But definitely a nice place to go to for vegans in Kathmandu!

Pros: Fully vegan

Cons: Quite pricey

CarryOnOnly

Points +457

Vegan
08 Sep 2024

Amazing rooftop

Love this restaurant! I had the Kothe Momo’s and Potato Wedges and they were both incredible. Make your way up to the rooftop for a beautiful view. Friendly staff

ychalloub

Points +20

Vegan
04 Sep 2024

Food was good

The pizza margarita, the mushroom pagoda and the tofu saute. Was ok.
Tea was tasteless

Hence

Points +63

Vegan
27 Aug 2024

It has Moved!!

Happy Cow-- update your info. Same great people making same great food, but now opposite the 10X Bar. This is the second location after Hotel Avaatar. Feed the cow, people.

Pros: The Lassi was WOW in authentic Lassi taste., New location on quiet third floor w/ rooftop , Always great food w/ top ingredients

AnthonyPolicano

28 Sep 2024

You can use the “update info“ button under the listing to fix the location, friend. Help support the community!

ShaneFoxFront

Points +1197

Vegan
11 Aug 2024

Not bad, ok for the belly

The food was ok, maybe some other dishes I need to try. The burger was nice though not much flavour, fysh didn’t really taste nice. Pizza would’ve been good had they not forgotten to give it to me, so I had it cold and the seitan was hard on it.

vegatonia

Points +538

Vegan
25 Jul 2024

Great food, very friendly

Super friendly people and great food options - I had the seitan chilly, soy masala tea, and an oreo shake. All of it was delicious and the seitan had perfect level of spice against my cold. Another table ordered a donut and that also looked amazing.

Also seems like a good spot to work; during the afternoon there were a few people with laptops/working.

Update June 2024:
They changed locations since my last review and are now in a tall building with rooftop seating with a view. Good was the same though.

Updated from previous review on 2023-11-07

Pros: Food options, Many seating options

TomWahl

Points +15

Vegetarian
17 Jul 2024

Loving heart indeed

Good food and very nice service, the place is quiet and even if it's a little too sweet, you must try their iced teas (🍎) very good!

Updated from previous review on 2024-07-17

Pros: Service, Smile, Food

Solviichoux92

Points +341

Vegan
19 Jun 2024

Bon

Momos ok, plat de pâtes ça passe, pas les meilleurs, mon ami a pris un plat de pommes de terre et d’haricots blancs dans une sauce pas mal du tout avec comme décoration un œuf.

Updated from previous review on 2024-06-19

Sharpey09

Points +156

Vegan
03 Jun 2024

Best vegan in Kathmandu

We ate here about a dozen times during our few days in Kathmandu before and after a trekking tour.

Top quality vegan food including lots of flavourful curries. Large menu with lots of Asian and Western options. Friendly staff. It also hosts a local ethical vegan charity so happy to support the venue.

It's also amazing value. I think we paid about £6 for two main meals each time we went. Absolutely fantastic!

Pros: Great menu, Friendly staff , Cheap!

Cons: None

zelllabella

Points +39

Vegan
18 May 2024

Recommended

My first restaurant I tried in Kathmandu.
I had mushroom pakoda, steamed momo’s and a virgin mojito. Everything was delicious, especially the mushroom pakoda. Yummmm!!!
The staff was also extremely kind and caring. Highly recommended 💚

Pros: Mushroom pakoda, Amazing staff, Momos

Cons: Nothing to dislike

Shiva80

Points +60

Vegan
15 May 2024

Excellent Vegan Fusion in Asia

I love this place. Medicine for the soul: every time in Kathmandu I come here. Food made by the vegan chefs with dedication and love. Local Nepali dishes with seitan or tofu, or vegan variations on continental. Try the V’egg or Tofu Stairs. Or if you want to try vegan Nepali get the Seitan Chow Mein or Vegan Momos. I can’t wait to visit the new location. Namaste!

Pros: Seitan Biryani, Mushroom Pakora, Sunny Side Up V’egg

SAM108

Points +21

Mostly Veg
15 May 2024

family friends & more

One of the first Vegan restaurant in Nepal. The owner has a big loving heart and treats her customers liKe family. yes, the restaurant has had its ups and downs, part of it is because they had to change locations a lot.

I ordered Shakshouka, Buddha Bowl and Smoothie bowl (Breakfast).It was amazing.
The service time has started to pick up. Hey if it doesn't. Remember good things in life require patience.

Her story is amazing. despite her struggles, she has remained strong.

You can enjoy the small library, enjoy soft jazz music..
Talk with the Loving heart team about Trekking in Nepal, Mountain biking, philosophy, life stuff, veganism with Dipesh or just goof off.

AnanthaKrishnan

Points +85

Vegan
13 May 2024

Happy

Large space, rooftop and in a quiet part of Thamel, owned by a warm lady who is a lifelong vegan. A ten year old first vegan restaurant opened in Nepal. Food selection and service is very good. Their ice cream flavors not to be missed

SoniaSoniaSonia

Points +401

Vegan
07 May 2024

Disappointing

I was very disappointed after having read all the superb reviews. The soy masala tea tasted weird, the atmosphere was odd, and as they only have outdoor seating available (too cold in winter), I didn't go back to try out their dinner.

Updated from previous review on 2024-05-07

Shiva80

18 May 2024

nai_pony

Points +74

Vegan
07 Apr 2024

Loving Heart

Amaaaazzzing!!! Delicious food, lovely staff, cute setting. My only complaint is that I didn't find it sooner!

Pros: Variety of menu, Very friendly staff, Great location

K0ERNCHEN92

Points +20

Vegan
01 Apr 2024

Best Mo Mos in town

The Food is delicious! They Cook with a lot of love and you can taste it. the Mo Mo Soup is Not from this world 😍 you Must try it! The owner is super friendly. We came for Dinner and came back for breakfast!

raapstelenstamppot

Points +95

Vegan
30 Mar 2024

Dessert was lacking

I had high hopes for this place but the ice cream sorbet we ordered was sadly very lacking.
The texture was too loose and the taste too weird. It didn't sit well in our stomachs.
The fruit was the best part of the sorbet.

A very good portion/price rate, though.

Maybe the savory dishes of this place are much better; I just wouldn't recommend the ice cream.

Pros: nice and quiet place, portion/price rate

Cons: long waiting time for a place that was empty, not so good ice cream

mjan

Points +444

Vegan
26 Feb 2024

Eten is heerlijk, adres klopt niet, lastig te vinden!

Wij hebben hier twee dagen naar lopen zoeken, de zaak bleek verhuisd zit nu , als je van international guesthouse naar Thamel loopt meteen aan t begin. Heerlijk eten, alles vegan!

Pros: Heerlijke terrassen , Erg lekker eten , De mix fruit juice is goddelijk

Cons: Lastig te vinden via happy cow app

rosieann

Points +55

Vegan
07 Feb 2024

Fresh, healthy, delicious!

Very cosy seating. Kind and helpful staff. We ate the quinoa burger and a curry with fresh bread, the carrot dessert and brownie with ice cream (the latter I didn’t even see on the menu, it was simply offered when we ordered dessert!). We also had kombucha which was so nice. authentic and delicious food. highly recommend!

Pros: Helpful staff, Clean food, not too salty, spicy or oily , Relaxed atmosphere

Cons: Could have been slightly bigger portions for us

female_Taco

Points +99

Vegan
04 Feb 2024

Tasty, Seitan, nice place

Lovely vegan place with delicious local and western food like Mo mos, Chily Seitan and Tofu Pancake. Although the stuff is kind.

12munchies

Points +2856

Vegan
27 Jan 2024

Nice vegan oasis

I can really recommend the mushroom chowmein.
The seitan is not for me but well, they have it if you like that.
also delicious vegan icecream, nice staff and a sweet cat. #Veganuary

Pros: Mushroom chowmein , cat, ice cream

sivvyb

Points +1117

Vegan
13 Jan 2024

Cute local vegan restaurant

Super cute restaurant with very affordable local dishes. The food is delicious and cheap plus the staff are really friendly #Veganuary




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