After trying The Gurkha my obsession with Nepalese cuisine has yet another favourite restaurant. Alongside Yak and Yeti and Everest, this a bit fancier venue in Morningside is as good as it looks (and staff were super nice to us). Stakes were high, especially since one of our party was nepalese... but The Gurkha delivered a set of appetizers and mains that delighted us all. From their yummy momo's to the very awesome souces for the poppadoms, not to miss the delicious fish curry (a house speciality) and a very tasty mango chicken. Honestly, if you are in the area and craving good food, sit down and enjoy.
I’d been labouring under the misunderstanding that the Clay Oven was the pick of the bunch of the Morningside Indian restaurants, but after a recent visit had revealed it to be decent but a bit unspectacular, I made a note to check out the others. Next up on that particular quest was The Gurkha.
Great curry. Less greasy than traditional Indian curry. They do a quick lunch for £4.95.
Great food. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. Need to fix the water leak somewhere that is making a musty smell ASAP.
Great lunch, tasty food, good portions, great service. Highly recommended.
Was looking for an Indian restaurant in the area & was delighted to have stumbled across this gem.
The staff were very friendly & the service very prompt. I had the chana puri & the tandoori fish. Both were absolutely delicious, the spice levels were spot on.
When I'm back in Edinburgh, I will definitely return
The food was delicious and our host for the evening was delightful.
If you've never had a beer from Nepal, be sure to have a gurkha beer.
Wonderful evening.
Food was great and the service is immaculate, prices is also quite good considering portion size and quality. Really enjoyed this lovely experience.
Had their lunchtime meal. Good quality lamb and chicken, very tasty and very filling. Opted for medium spiciness, which had a subtle heat to it. Dessert was nothing exceptional (ice cream with fruit), but after the starter and main and for the price that's no big problem.
Simply amazing.
By far (FAR) the best Asian restaurant around. Prime ingredients treated with passion and authenticity by the family-owners. Great attention to details and high-quality service.
Had lunch for three today ,absolutely fantastic food and service. Original and probably the best curry I've had in years simply delicious will definitely go back .
There are other Nepali restaurants near Old Town but they all have nothing that is close to authentic Nepali food and are stupidly expensive. Gurkha Restaurant is miles better than them in terms of delivering Nepali taste at a reasonable price. The restaurant has good seating and the staff are super friendly. Definitely recommend and I will go there often as well!
Very good- generous starters- real linen on the table- and very good value for money!
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