(612) 827-2496
2512 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis,
MN
55405
44.9569
-93.296
Neighborhoods: Calhoun Isles, East Isles
What People Are Saying About Namaste Cafe
The Editor
Molly Priesmeyer
Citysearch
Authentic Nepalese dishes are made to spicy perfection in this former Uptown home. Everything about this little Nepalese restaurant housed in a turn-of-the-century Uptown home screams “life". Walls are the color of squash and sunsets. And fresh scents, from cardamom to cinnamon to carrots, dance from the stovetops and greet visitors, whose noses instantly turn up with intrigue and delight. Gratitude, life and delicious dishes are the centerpiece at this small cafe, where dishes are painstakingly made with so many unique and complementing spices they are like art pieces come to life.
10/17/08
Wonderful blend of yumminess... That's right... I said yumminess!
by ethnic_cocktail
I have been passing this restaurant/cafe for nearly a year. Always wondering if it was tasty but never walking in. Two close friends and myself felt like indulging in some Fall comfort food, and what better food to warm your being on a chilling evening than Indian. Namaste has created a welcoming and warm environment within the walls of this Uptown duplex. We began our delicious journey with the Mamacha appetizer. These little puffs of joy are filled with a blend of spices that made us all look up at each and smile... Namaste! Then our main course arrived shortly after we ordered, which we were very grateful for as none of us had eaten since lunch. The Squash Curry with Bison was well spiced and the bison was a surprisingly great in this dish. I could definitely taste the g.masala and the garlic with each bit, but it did not over power the squash or bison. The Almond Curry was a little on the sweeter side for me, but this is not to say it wasn't a wonderful dish. I would suggest this to any of my friends that don't really indulge in Indian cuisine often, as it is the perfect curry introduction. The Creamy Masala was the ultimate comfort food, with the creamy rich sauce and the warm ginger and masala flavors... yummy, yummy, yummy. I would suggest sticking with a spicy heat level of between 2 -4... 5 had me sweating a little, but still oh so good. You will also want to order your roti bread when ordering your appetizers, as it took 40 minutes for the bread to come out. Its made from scratch upon request, according to our server. All in all, Namaste Cafe is a gem. It was more than reasonably priced, the service was very good, the atmosphere was cozy, and the food was fantastic. I highly recommend this slightly hidden treasure.
- Pros: excellent food, perfect date night on a budget option, great service
- Cons: small eating area
10/10/08
Fresh is the Best
by spiderleggreen
This isn't your stuffy old Indian restaurant. Namaste has is a wonderful place that is a perfect place to go if you want to impress your date. The chai's are amazing and the food is delightful. Check it out!
- Pros: Ambiance, food, friendliness, chai's
- Cons: relaxed service
05/27/08
Good but could be Better
by FarienLouise
This is my fist time writing a review, but I read many of them and find them very helpful. My husband and I were looking for something new and open on Mondays so we stopped into Namaste Cafe. We had an appetizer, I don?t know the name, but it came cold with mushrooms. The description did not have mushrooms listed and if it did we would have not ordered it. Next we split a dish; Cashew something with Tofu. We requested moderate heat and very much enjoyed it. But there were no Cashews in the dish, which is what I would have imaged it would have. The portion was small but we were filled. I do recommend the Carrot, Coconut dessert, it was suggested by the waitress and likened to Creme Brulee; this again was cold, not what we were expecting but it was very good! Try it, but come early before dinner or you won?t have a place to sit; inside at least!
- Pros: Good Food
- Cons: Cold Food
The Details on Namaste Cafe
What to Drink:
Namaste serves a nice mix of beer and wine, but be sure to check out the famous coconut Chai tea, made with black tea from the mountains of Nepal.
Parking:
Before driving up and down the streets of Uptown looking for a free spot, head down the alley behind Namaste for a lot in back with free parking spaces.
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