Phayul

Momos are a point of pride at this Tibetan mainstay in the heart of vibrant Roosevelt Avenue. Large, generously filled and well-pleated, these dumplings arrive steaming hot, packed with juicy beef and bright scallions, and make a compelling case on their own. Still, it would be a mistake to stop there. Stir-fried noodles with beef showcase chewy strands and well-cooked batons of meat tossed with crisp vegetables, while dishes like chicken with peanuts deliver caramelized onions, garlic and peppers in a savory stir-fry. Even simpler accompaniments, such as steamed tingmo bread, round out the meal. Portions are generous, flavors lively and there’s chili oil and a particularly ferocious hot sauce on the table for fearless spice hounds. For newcomers, a photo-filled menu makes navigating the breadth of offerings easy, but regulars know it’s hard to go wrong here.