Excellent Food in a Soothing Atmosphere
DESCRIPTION: I am a regular at this place. If you're in the mood for Asian food but don't want greasy, overcooked Chinese, try House of Tibet. I love their soups, which accompany a lot of dishes. The stir fries are tasty, as are the dumplings, a Tibetan staple. The atmosphere is great too--it's dim and warm and there's always introspective Tibetan music being played. Cheap prices too.
DATE: 2001-11-09
FOODRATING : 6
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Tofu stir fry; tsel momo; lentil soup

Nothing Different!
DESCRIPTION: We had great expectations before arriving at this restaurant. After walking for what felt almost like a mile from the subway station, we were all ready for something different to whet our appetite. We had the Momo dumplings and the Vegetarian fried noodles (recommended by our waitress). The food was a total disappointment. Apart from the complimentary lentil soup that came before the entrees, the food was bland and very ordinary - something which you could have gotten from almost any Asian or Chinese restaurants. If this is what Tibetan food is all about, then I must contend myself by saying - I could have cooked it myself and probably would have done an equally good job at it - if not better. Thumbs up for the lentil soup but not for the rest of the dishes.
DATE: 2003-07-24
FOODRATING : 4
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 2

I Beg to Differ!
DESCRIPTION: I've been a frequent diner at this restaurant for a few years, and the food is excellent. It might not be as spicy as other Asian food, but it is very flavorful. The momos dumplings are delicious, steamed or fried. My personal favorite is the Sha Tofu with beef. The wait staff is very friendly, and I have a great dining experience every time.
DATE: 2003-11-13
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 10

Desperately Missed
DESCRIPTION: We recently moved from Somerville, MA to Tampa, FL. Sadly enough, no place exists like our favorite spot, House of Tibet. We joked that our VISA bill reflected our lifestyle, House of Tibet for nourishment and Home Depot to fix up our apartment. There was nothing quite like the cozy atmosphere, the very friendly, happy to see you staff, the cha nagmo, the sampler appetizer, the sha lagopatzel (please excuse our spelling skills). We are both skilled in the kitchen and simply cannot recreate the masterful subtleties present in many of the dishes served here! Enjoy!
DATE: 2003-12-28
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : everything

To Mr Sonam Dargye lak
DESCRIPTION: I am a Tibetan student from UK and I am joining Lake Forest College soon.Can you please tell how far your Cafe is from College and I would be really grateful if you could help me as I don't have any idea on Lake Forest town and the accessibilty from Chicago City. I am sorry that I don't have any proper review but since I couldn't get ur e-mail address, I had to go through this way. Thank you very much.
DATE: 2004-04-18
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10

Mmm! Mmm! Mmm!
DESCRIPTION: Everbody must try the Mixed Appetizers, and for dinner Lal Mass (lamb dish cooked in rajastan style -- hot and spicy) and chicken tikka masala (little heavy). Must make the trip.
DATE: 2001-03-01
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 8

DESCRIPTION: The Snow Lion is IMO the most elegant restaurant in Bloomington. Walk in and with some luck you'll be placed in a room nearly all to yourself, in a low-lit area surrounded by mirrors creating a terrific illusion that the restaurant, which is in fact rather tiny, is quite spacious. There are two or three Snow Lions in America but certainly Tibetan food is extremely rare. The items that are offered are excellent.
DATE: 2000-04-03
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 6
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Curries, Mango Sho (Tibetan milkshake)

Are you kidding me?
DESCRIPTION: Most elegant restaurant? Feels like a cheap truck stop with nice art. The food is always fair, never great, and the service is just ok. I've found hair in my food before! Who knows why I keep getting taken back there?
DATE: 2002-11-09
FOODRATING : 4
SERVICERATING : 2
AMBIANCERATING : 4
OVERALLRATING : 4
RECOMMENDED DISHES : none

DESCRIPTION: I'm going to have to disagree with both of these reviews. Although it has a slightly elegant atmosphere, it certainly isn't a suit and tie restaurant. The layout of the building is very unique, and you'll be tempted to get up and explore while waiting for your food. It is the only place I know of to get tibetan food - and the food will blow you away. It certainly isn't a cheap truck stop.
DATE: 2003-06-11
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : sweet and sour chicken, curry chicken.

DESCRIPTION: Simply the most delicious food I've ever tasted! The Jasha Thukpa is by far my favorite entree. The fried pita bread with hummus is a wonderful start to a meal. The homemade salad dressing is perhaps the best dressing I've ever tasted....completely unique.
DATE: 2003-08-26
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Jasha Thukpa

It is good with super hot meal!!
DESCRIPTION: Why Yes. At here you can taste best (so close to worst though) most hot meal in the indiana. Just try Cook challenge on fried rice or romein and feel the pain every bite.... although this might sounds bed, if you like hot food, you gonna like it. At least I like it. Really.
DATE: 2003-09-03
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 6
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 8

Not Even CLOSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DESCRIPTION: I've eaten at Snow Lion 3 times. I've been disappointed 3 times. When I asked for NO SPICES, the food was so spicey I threw up. When I asked for Thukpa, I got Lo Mein. And it's not so clean... It is certainly not the best food in Bloomington... and in Indiana? Are you nuts? There is another Tibetan restaurant in Bloomington: It's just around the corner from Snow Lion and it is TRADITIONAL TIBETAN FOOD, made by Tibetans from Tibet. Thukpa is thukpa, not lo mein. The atmosphere is much better, the food is head-and-shoulders above the Lion's... I wanted to like Snow Lion, I reallllly did. But it's just not possible! Those of you who like it, stroll around the corner and give <I>the other Tibetan place</I> a try. I'm just passionate about Tibetan food! ...and once you eat real Tibetan food, you will be too!)
DATE: 2004-09-02
FOODRATING : 2
SERVICERATING : 4
AMBIANCERATING : 4
OVERALLRATING : 2
RECOMMENDED DISHES : nothing

DESCRIPTION: Cafe Django has a delightful atmosphere from the inside to the outside. The food is always excellent, as are the servers.
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Sesame Noodles, Curry dishes, Momo

Great breakfasts!
DESCRIPTION: I admit I've only had breakfast here a few times, but it's great. Atmosphere is nice and authentic (aka the Anti-Applebee's), the service is good, and the food is fabulous... and quirky. How about a peanut butter and jelly omlette? I'm not kidding... we tried it...
DATE: 2002-06-04
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 8

Great little place
DESCRIPTION: Just North of the Monroe County Library. Great place to listen to live music and get some great food. They have several vegan and vegetarian options. The Spicy Himalayan Potatoes are delicious. Their curries are good too. Menu lists what is vegan. Decent prices and good value.
DATE: 2005-05-23
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Spicy Himalayan Potatoes

DESCRIPTION: Food I have tried the Lamb curry, vegetables. breads and teas. The food was yummy with the right blend of spices and herbs. It is definitely a "must-try" The retaurant is run by a very warm and friendly Tibetan Couple. The ambience is very comfortable too with literature on the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan movement.
DATE: 2004-02-24
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 8

DESCRIPTION: Mt. Everest Restaurant is my favorite restraunt in the DC area. Their Onion Kulcha and Garlic Nahn are, hands down, the best nahn in the city. The ambiance is unbeatable. Very mellow and comfortable.
DATE: 2004-08-25
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Chicken Tiki Masala

A disgrace
DESCRIPTION: This was the worst meal I have ever had, really poor and a waste of money and an evening. The service was very slow, bordering on the rude side. The waiter mixed up the menu and served us a cold meat appertizer which resembled and tasted like dog food. The main courses faired little better with the lamb vindaloo having very little spicy taste and almost watered down and luke warm. The chicken tikka faired little better but was probably the best item on the menu. Cockroaches were present in the bathroom and doing some research this place had been previously closed down due to its poor sanitation. Beware, it's all I can say.
DATE: 2004-09-20
FOODRATING : 2
SERVICERATING : 2
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 2
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Chicken tikka..just

Excellent
DESCRIPTION: A taste of Nepal in DC - good atmosphere, good food, good people. Go there for a casual dining experience with friends to sit and have a good time. Don't expect anything extravagant - just relaxing and comfortable and tasty. If you're lucky you may meet Neeraj there.
DATE: 2005-08-06
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Momos, Paneer, etc., etc.

Really great!
DESCRIPTION: Really tasty food. Served hot, fresh. Waitstaff did not hover or interrupt too much. A combination of Indian, Nepalese and Tibetan foods on the menu. The specialties are really good. More of a "neighborhood" restaurant, if a Nepalese restaurant in Dupont Circle could be neighborhoody.
DATE: 2005-09-09
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 6
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 6
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Tibetan specialities

GREAT TIMES
DESCRIPTION: This restaurant is a great place to taste the flavors of Nepal. Ambience was good and the place was clean with nice staff. The food was great! I was lucky enough to see Neeraj there and it was worth it all around!
DATE: 2006-03-09
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : butter chicken

Lay Back and relax.
DESCRIPTION: Good Food - Great People. Do admit the service can be slow so it is best to order as soon as possible. Great place to lay back, invite some good friends and enjoy the atomsphere. Also, agree with an earlier comment. On a good night you'll probably meet Neeraj G. there. Easy to spot: Loud laughs and large group of smiley, happy people.
DATE: 2006-03-09
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 6
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Everest Momo + the white drink!

Experience Nepal and India
DESCRIPTION: Authentic Nepalese and Indian Cuisine. Very nice food in Grand Valley. Lunch buffet with entrees, naan bread, salads, 6 different vegetables. It's great For those people who haven't tried Indian food .
DATE: 2004-10-17
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Lamb Masala, Tica Masala, Korma, and Lawab