Namaste Shangri-La
A warm welcome awaits at Namaste Shangri-La, Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Catering in Anchorage, Alaska; where you can enjoy excellent food and friendly service in the comfort of our newly refurbished restaurant, now with Free WiFi. We use only the freshest ingredients infused with authentic spices to create our unique take on Traditional Nepalese Cuisine. Our Menu is perfect for business lunches, or bring the family or Kids.
We are conveniently located at 2446 E Tudor Rd; Anchorage, AK 99507. Our aim is to provide every customer an authentic Nepalese experience in such a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere that they will always want to return. We offer gourmet Nepalese and Indian cuisine at very affordable prices. Our foods are cooked using the finest of spices and flavorings. In traditional Nepalese cuisine we only use spices and fresh chillies to add flavor to a dish. Our meals therefore offer a healthier alternative to some other ethnic cuisines that use flavored oils to enhance the dish.
History of Nepalese Cuisine!
Nepalese cuisine is a variation of the Asian food. It also has influences of India, Tibet and Burmese cuisines. The food is based on soil, climate and customs. Nepalese cuisine comprises of Pahari, Tibetan, Newa, Terai, Tharu and lohorung cuisines. Nepalese dishes combine a range of attributes from it’s neighboring countries coupled with its own gastronomic history.
Dishes of this country are healthy as they use less fats and more vegetables, pickled dishes, salads and lean meats. The Namaste Shangri-La restaurant food represents the traditional family fare served in homes across Nepal and at festivals. The traditional home style cooking, generous servings, flawless presentation, dutiful staff; a warm Nepalese ambiance is what makes us an award winning restaurant.
The spices used are similar to that of Indian food though cooking method is different. Flavors are subtle with several different combinations of natural herbs of spices giving each dish its own distinctive flavor. Spices are used mildly and the addition of it is purely personal. Nepalese people mainly have a vegetarian diet. Non vegetarian dishes are served only at special occasions. Condiments include small amount of pickle, spicy chutney. Other main meal side dishes include lime, sliced lemon and fresh green chili.
No matter what you order, be assured that we would provide only the highest quality cuisine at an affordable price. We would like you to experience the distinctive flavors of Nepal evoking fond memories or encouraging you to visit this restaurant time and again.