Sherpa’s Adventure Restaurant and Bar

Great experience! We loved the new flavors! We asked to sit outside and walked through the kitchen area, it was spotless! The staff was so wonderful. You should check it out! It’s right in downtown Bolder, perfect stop before or after checking out the bike path.

We had such a great time at Sherpa’s Adventurers Restaurant and Bar! From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming—it felt like visiting a home away from home. We ordered Thukpa, and let me tell you, it was absolutely delicious! The flavors were rich, the broth was perfectly spiced, and the fresh ingredients made it even better. You can tell they put real love into their food. The atmosphere was cozy, the service was top-notch, and the whole experience was just fantastic. If you’re looking for authentic Nepalese food and warm hospitality, this place is a must-visit! Definitely coming back again, when I am in Boulder! Highly recommend!

Sherpa's Adventure Restaurant is an establishment that is intertwined with Boulder itself and should be visited if you're in the area. The history of mountaineering is present throughout the restaurant which looks like a big house with patio seating. It has tasty, filling food for a decent price.

I’ve dined here before; but today’s meal was easily one of the best meals I have ever had. In. My. Life. I got the chicken curry, and I had to double check that it wasn’t salmon (which I had considered ordering) because it melted in my mouth like salmon would. And there was a spice that was so amazing and delicious in one of the bites. It was something I had never tasted before—exotic, floral, and a complete surprise. I think they put it in very sparingly…. The garlic cheese naan was delicious— perfectly cooked with slightly burnt corners and warm and doughy in the middle. And the atmosphere is beautiful, quaint, and clean—an old Victorian home converted to a restaurant. Servers are quiet, attentive, and above all, deferential. This place is a gem and coming here feels like visiting another world or going back in time.

Amazing food and exceptional service! The flavors are spot-on, and the hospitality is unmatched. The staff is warm and welcoming, making the experience even better. Definitely a must-visit?

They burned my vegetables due to not using ANY oil. This is the most basic cooking skill. When I asked why they burned the vegetables and weren't using oil, they replied, "because it would cause more smoke." What kind of answer is that? I feel like Boulder is in The Twilight Zone. It would be nice to compensate me with a meal cooked with oil like the rest of the universe. Update: I never knew charcoal was a flavor profile, because it isn't. Eating this will make you sick. It's a health hazard and not food.

Great experience-server/staff were exceedingly friendly and accommodating, we asked to move after being served appetizers from hot and sunny or table into a shady spot in the courtyard, and they were perfectly accommodating despite the inconvenience. Dined outside in the courtyard, which is a lovely experience if you can sit under one of the tree-shaded areas or an umbrella table. Food was also very good. Ordered the fried rice, a friend ordered a chicken dish and our other guest had salmon curry. Everything was served promptly and was quite tasty, spice levels, not overwhelming, but uniquely flavored such that it’s a worthwhile experience to try out Nepali cuisine if you haven’t had it before. The interior of the restaurant also is decorated with an Alpine motif, reflecting the heritage of the Sherpa‘s and their mountaineering exploits, which was a nice touch. I’d recommend this restaurant if you’re in Boulder or even if you’re not, it’s worth a trip up for good Nepali dishes served in a quaint, friendly atmosphere.

This place is over the top in service, food quality and reasonable prices. My companion and I sat in the covered space outdoors, way in the back at a large tablecloth-covered picnic table with built-in wooden seats covered in fabric and pillows behind us. We had our own private nook. We both ordered saag—lamb and chicken and the portions were plenty so that I was able to take half home with me. The garlic naan bread was also tasty and nice and buttery. The Chai was perfectly seasoned and just right warmed. Our waiter was completely welcoming and had a good sense of humor. When I dropped my fork and asked him for another one he told me there was a five dollar charge, said with a twinkle in his eyes. The total price came to around 22. each, not including tip.

First time in Boulder and this historic building with nice patio dining and cool seating arrangements inside. Got seated for 5 with water and chip and dip right away. Nice Mo-mo plate with beef. Lamb curry, vegetables and yak stew , saag chicken. Good portion. Server forgot the saag chicken. Need reminder. Naan is really good. Lentils and stew are really light, not much taste. Yak is yak, really chewy. Chickens are bland and dry. Foods are 3 stars but ambience and services made up for that. Give it a try

Came here for a group dinner on a Friday night! It was busy but we were still able to be seated right away. I really enjoyed the patio seating. Their chai is amazing so I highly recommend getting a cup to try. My boyfriend and I got one of their samplers which was fun to try a bit of everything. The portions are massive so you'll have left overs and it was good quality Indian food for Boulder. I wish the curry had a bit more flavor and spice though. Our food came decently fast but despite someone walking past our table 8 times, no one would pick up our dirty dishes or ask if we wanted boxes or whatnot.

The food and atmosphere here is fun. The staff is friendly and service. Sometimes when the weather is chilly or in the summer they make everyone eat outside which I don't love. During the spring summer and fall the only seating is on the patio.

Very friendly and warm service. Food was good. We were a big group so for a variety off food. I would recommend the lamp curry. Chapati was good. The dumplings were just ok. Biryani lamb was good and I liked the Tibet noodles. Oh and the chicken tikka masala was good. The portions are pretty small especially for the price but I would try it out.

I came here on a Friday night with a party of 5. We sat outside (I think they were only seating outside that day) and it was a splendid time. The food was delicious, the service was great, and everyone had a lovely time. They have beautiful decor including maps of expeditions. I got their saag paneer and it was so yummy. It also came with a half cup of lentil soup. I'm usually not a soup fan at all but this one was great.

The food way really good! The restaurant is really cute and has a very homey atmosphere.

This place had a great ambiance. We were seated outdoors. We had ordered their lunch special. The food was served hot. It was delicious. The prices were reasonable.

Ambience: I would say if this restaurant was to be rated based on ambience I would rate it 5 OUT OF 5. Service: The staff was perfectly courteous when we walked in but I would say the service during our meal was pretty slow and bad. I wouldn't care usually about this but we were there for my mom's 74th birthday with my 7 year old, my dad, my wife, and my dad. We had to call them several times to get used plates from our appetizers out of the way. Me/wife and my parents were sharing a dish each and after I asked repeatedly to get our used app plates away they had to be told to get extra plates and bowls to share. I thought it could be due to them being short staffed, but I assure you this was not the case. A few times during our 1 hour and 20 min meal I saw at least one member of the wait staff sitting and relaxing on one table over. Food: I would say this is THE driver for my 3 out of 5 rating. The food was nothing to write home about. Here is what we got: APPETIZERS * Appetizer Platter: We ordered this thinking that it would be a nice balance - IT WAS NOT - there were two pieces of paneer, two slices of potatoes, and an ENTIRE plate of onion. The upside was that it was not bad if you dipped the fried pieces in the dip provided (without the dip the pieces had no taste). * Mo:Mo Appetizer: Because my mom and dad wanted veggie Momos we got that version. The veggie momos were tasty and the skin was not too thick. MAINS: * Thupka: My mom and dad shared a chicken Thupka and they said it was "good". * Tibetan Noodles: My wife and I got this dish to share. It was SO SALTY and doused with what tasted like generic curry paste you get in the super market...there was absolutely no taste in that dish except for it being so salty that we did NOT enjoy it . The chicken that was in there was not juicy and quite rubbery. If you order this dish, perhaps ask them to go easy with the salt. * Mo:Mo Entree: My son wanted to eat dumplings but these were pretty bad. The skin of the dumplings was very tough and way too thick. The chicken inside has NO taste except for a strong hint of ginger (I love ginger so that was the only positive here). We had to dip it in the sauce provided which was quite bland too. For reference, typical momos we are used to eating the skin is thinner and the filling has more taste. DESERT: * Mango kulfi: My parents wanted to share this - it looked okay. All in all, if you go to this restaurant, enjoy the ambience and customizing your dishes by asking questions as to what is in your dish. I tried to take pictures of the outside patio sitting area which is nicely decorated.

Possibly the best restaurant I've ever been to. Great service and delicious warm food. The view on the patio and the decor inside are beautiful

Loved the place, ambiance, service and food!!! It was the perfect spot for lunch during our winter vacation in Boulder. We tried different dishes but our favorite was the shrimp curry, it was beautifully made, right amount of heat and portion as well.

Bring a blanket and a pillow because you're going to be waiting. It easily took 30 minutes to get a check. Good luck

All of the food came out quick and was super good! Ambiance was cute as well, if it's not too cold consider sitting outside.

.We ate at Sherpa's Adventures and got seated right away. We ordered the appetizer platter, thukpa, korma, and an extra garlic naan. The appetizer platter came out first and we really liked everything in it. I really liked the paneer. Then, our mains came out and they were really yummy. The garlic naan was really warm and tasty, and I really liked the korma. We did have a small language issue with trying to get bowls to share our mains, but we got it sorted it out. Our bill ended up being really affordable for our group size too. I'd come back here to eat!

Good food at a good price. The lunch menu is only about $12 per item. Everyone was very friendly and the outdoor area was cute. My only concern is that the inside seating wasn't open even when it was in the 90s so we were dying of heat. They should open inside as well when it's too hot.

We were seeing a show at CU and were looking at places to try in the area. We got street parking not too far away and walked over to the restaurant. When walking up - it is a converted house which was cozy. You walk into a bar area where it seemed as it was the family hangout. We were greeted right away and then seated right away. It was decently packed but they have a ton of seats in various rooms. There is a ton on the menu. Our server was a bit awkward but was quick to react to our needs. My fiancé had never really had Nepalese food and I've only really had momos. We were given this "bread" basket which was crackers with some dipping sauces. Very flavorful. We decided to start with some garlic naan. I ordered momos and did half vegetables and half chicken. My fiancé got the chili. Food came out pretty quickly and there was a TON. The garlic naan was delicious. My fiancé at his entire plate. I wasn't able to finish all the momos since it was huge. I really enjoyed the chicken one but the veggie one was not as good. This could've been better fried but I had opted for the steamed. All and all - it's a great experience. I liked that the menu explained what a Sherpa is and the history which is great to learn. Food is flavorful. Service was interesting to say the least.

We ordered Sherpa Stew, Tibetan Noodles, and Sherpa fried rice. The food was super delicious. The service was excellent and the servers were friendly. The ambiance of this restaurant is very nice. I highly recommend this place. We will definitely come again!

This Nepali restaurant is in a charming two story brick house in Boulder just a block from Pearl Street. I think that it's great that a top flight Sherpa athlete decided to move to one of the most mountainous regions in the US. I hiked to Everest Base Camp a couple years ago and I've been climbing Colorado Fourteeners recently, so I had to visit this place. The Thukpa noodle soup with lamb is nourishing goodness in a bowl. The noodles are thick and smooth almost like udon noodles. The orange broth is spicy with a mix of curry and chili spices. The soup is extremely hot in temperature, a perfect fit for cold Himalayan nights, and still nice even during the current heat wave here. But I also like ice cream in the winter. There's a solid mix of vegetables: cabbage, carrots, broccoli, peas, and spinach. There were also nice big chunks of lamb to round out this hearty meal. And after seeing all those yaks on the trail, I couldn't order this with yak. Right now, only the patio area is open. The staff takes your order using mobile payment devices.

Been here before and now that I'm back in Boulder wanted to come again. Good memories from last time. We had a group of seven as we're here for the Bolder Boulder. We had reservations, were seated promptly and the food was excellent. We had vegans and vegartains in the group and Sherpa's was happy to accomodate their dietary needs. The food choices are many and something for everyone. Sherpa's is different from the typical restaurant fare, e.g., Italian, Indian, Mexican, etc. It is a good difference and always keeps me coming back.

In town for work and decided to give this place a try. I wasn't sure what to expect as I have never had Himalayan cuisine. It was absolutely delicious with plenty of food and a great price! I received nice service from the staff. I sat inside while dining; however, next time I would love to sit outside as there is a lovely fountain.

We love Sherpa's so much .we have been consistent customers for 7 years now. This is the top choice for food and Boulder. We almost always get the same thing: Khumbu sampler - which is a great variety and is plenty for two people to share. Also chai is amazing and you get free refills! The indoor seating is nice and cozy and warm in the winter , and in the summer we love sitting in the outdoor patio.

My visit to this restaurant could be summed up by saying that it was very underwhelming. As soon as my friend and I stepped into the establishment, we were not greeted by any friendly greetings or smiles- just blank kind of grumpy stares. We were motioned to go sit at a table and we proceeded to order the appetizer platter and chicken makhani and lamb vindaloo. The appetizer platter was so incredibly oily- I understand that they were fried items but I've had pakora and samosas before but none were swimming in oil like they were here. The only good thing on that platter were the two little sticks of fried paneer. The samosa filling was bland and the pastry didn't even seem like a normal samosa dough, very disappointing. The chicken makhani came out and while it looked appetizing the overall flavor was lacking. It seemed as if it was watered down and if I look back on my dining experience, the most flavor I had was from the dipping sauce from the appetizers. In the description for the makhani, they state that the chicken is taken from tandoori roasted chicken but the least they could do is make sure that the pieces they serve don't have tiny choke-able bones in them. It was a very unpleasant experience picking them out mid-chew. The lamb vindaloo was slightly better but it doesn't make up for the rest of the lackluster food, not to mention the rice they serve along with your entree is super super over cooked. Like I have never had such badly cooked basmati rice before. I forgot to mention but I had the naan and it was just your regular standard naan- nothing special. I think that the only thing this place has going for them is the location as it appeared to be a very quaint cute looking house. Personally, I will not be returning because the food was not decent and the service was not great either because we ran out of water pretty early in our meal and no one ever came by to refill or check on us until it was time to pay for our bill.

Date night w wife and decided to try Sherpa's. It was ok, not the best I've had nor the worst. The host was rude. The food was meh

This place is a gem. You walk into this charming little house and immediately get hit by the good vibes. The menu is smaller compared to most Tibetan restaurants (I think), but everything is made to order. This way you know you're getting quality. I love how there's an option to get individual portions too... it's so cute how you get a little cup of lentil soup!

Amazing food and great outdoor seating options. The atmosphere is great also. The garlic naan is so good!

I love Sherpa's! The house shape of the restaurant is so cute and always pleasant to go to. The food portions are good and I love their saag paneer and garlic naan. The chutney is flavorful and perfect amount of spices! I also love the rice pudding! I usually always go for the sampler platter. The service is good and you can't go wrong with the food on their menu. Authentic Nepalese food in Boulder!

We stumbled into this eatery at the end of their serving day, but they happily served us. The portions were large and the food! It was warming to the heart and soul even as it filled the belly!

I love Indian food so I had to try this place out. Nepali cuisine did not disappoint! Chai was perfect on a cold night. Samosas were flakey and super stuffed with filling! Onion pakoras tasted more like onion rings than the pakoras I'm used to, but that's not a bad thing! I'm not a steamed dumpling person so I ordered the Momo dumplings fried, tasted great. Highly recommend Sherpa's! Staff are friendly and happy to answer questions or just chat.

This has always been one of my favorite restaurants in Boulder. And the food is very good. However, the service is not! They are not very friendly and also please make sure you check your bill. They use a funny system where you can't even see an itemized bill, it's all done on a handheld computer. But ask them and they will show you what they charged you. I have been charged for extra things there. So please be advised!!

Momo Chicken - the sauce really made the momos. The skin was thicker than the other momos I've had. I thought it was okay. Tibetan noodles - thought this was a really good! It wasn't very salty but still had a lot of flavor. The noodles had a good balance of chew and softness. Korma - the sauce had a nice kick to it and paired well with the lamb. Chai - the chai was one of the better ones I had and it's bottomless for $2.50. Overall, I liked everything except the momo.

Historic house in Boulder Pemba and crew serve up some of the best in Nepalese style fair. Grab a sherpa chai on a cold winter night along with their signature sherpa noodle and you'll have enough energy to climb any 14teener ... Pemba Sherpa has led many an expedition to the roof of the world..Now climb high on this local experience. Bring home some of his masterfully crafted chai as well Highly Recimmended ..but do ask to add a little heat, as his main constituents tend to be folks who are a bit out of the chillie zone..

You guys are the best- great food, lovely atmosphere, great service. Best patio in town.

This is our favorite Nepalese food in town. You cannot go wrong with anything Korma, the tikka masala is also delicious, and my husband likes the aloo gobi. The spicy chai is house made, and you can take some hone if you love it as much as I do. Service is not always super fast, as others have complained about.... But take that opportunity to enjoy your company! Most of the meh reviews are from people first trying the cuisine, not actually eating full meals, or in a hurry. This is a place to savor!

My boyfriend and I went to this place last year, and had a great time! Now I'll admit the food was pretty lackluster... like it wasn't bad, but it wasn't good either. But I'm a big fan of finding unique places/restaurants, places you won't be able to find anywhere else, and this certainly checks all the boxes for a unique restaurant! I adored going around and seeing all the memorabilia/pamphlets on the walls! Though my favorite part was the fortune-telling Yak outside on the porch- I really got a kick out of that! So I definitely encourage you to check this place out if you live unique places as much as I do! Just don't except the actual food part to be "out of this world" or anything, but it's certainly worth what you pay for it at least!

A regular favorite place for takeout, always delicious! We keep going back. Xxxxxxxxxxc

Best thukpa soup I've had outside Nepal! Love the pakora, as well -- so tasty!

Sherpa's Adventure Restaurant's rich history alone makes a trip to this establishment well worth it. We sat in their patio area which had peaceful string lights. Diners receive complimentary papadums, a crispy appetizer served with dipping sauce. We ordered the sherpa sampler and sherpa stew with yak meat. The sherpa sampler was a great way to experience several different cultural foods in one order. We especially enjoyed the kir, a sweet dessert soup. The sherpa stew was hearty, although a bit too light on the flavor side for me. The yak was an interesting protein to get to try. We enjoyed getting to learn about the culture of the restaurant through portraits/exhibits inside the restaurant and factoids on the menu. Learning about Sherpa's story for sure enhanced our dining experience. Definitely come check out this restaurant if you haven't yet!

Was very disappointed by this restaurant. Came here with a group of 4 and we ordered the appetizer platter, vegetable thukpa, plain dal baht, vegetable stew and chicken korma. Everything on the appetizer platter was fried! Now in looking back at the menu on their website, I see that there's an option to get the momos steamed instead of fried but our waitress never even offered that option. We ended up not being able to finish it because it was so greasy. The entrees we got were a-okay. The dal baht was nothing like the dal baht we've had in Nepal. The thukpa was also nothing spectacular. The chicken korma looked like it was cooked in tomato sauce instead of a "light cream cashew sauce" per their menu. I was wary of having non-standard American fare in a town like Boulder and turns out, my fear was justified.

It was fun to experience a new type of cuisine, and my kids enjoyed their meals. We ordered the chicken tikka masala, chicken strips with fries, curry chicken, a noodle soup, and a vegetable dish. Overall, the flavors of the curry and masala were very good. The chicken strips tasted as if the oil was a bit old- although my kid loved it. And the chicken in the curry and masala were a bit dry. Easy payment system and no wait on a weekday evening.

This was recommended to us by our rock climbing guide who is a local to Boulder. The flavors of everything in our meals were amazing! Also, this was such a cool place. All the staff was very friendly and the story behind the restaurant is super cool too (look it up)! If you're looking for something out of the norm and want to change it up... go here!! Wish we could make this a regular spot but we're just visiting.

I what a lovely surprise to find this place. We were walking a side street away from the Pearl Street Mall and stumbled upon Sherpa's. What a find! Great food. Authentic! Personable people. This please is great!

We really wanted to fall in love with this place. We had high hopes, learning that it was started by Nepalese sherpas, and that it is dedicated to sharing their food and experiences. The space is lovely, with lots of outdoor seating wrapping around the house, with seating inside the house as well. There's a wall with photos of sherpas, and a small 'library' (a small bookshelf with a handful of books) to browse. Beyond that, not much to speak to sherpa adventures, which was very played up when we first read about the place. We only came for a snack and some tea - the samosas were very fried, and the dumplings were pretty bland and more dough than filling. It took a long time for them to come, and we were one of only three other parties at the time. Wouldn't recommend, I know there are other similar restaurants and teahouses in the area.

My Meetup group of 14 people & I went to Sherpa's last Saturday, and honestly we all Loved our food! We had a nice table outside, the service was Excellent and the food was delicious! Great ambiance- we will definitely come back.

Attentive service on a lovely patio.The lunch specials were plentiful and delicious at a great price. Highly recommend.

This place is amazing! The chicken tikka masala is the best I've over had, and the servers are really kind. The outdoor seating is amazing, too.

Great food and a great patio! The service and atmosphere are wonderful. Highly recommend the chai and saag paneer!

Never disappointed when it comes to Sherpas, from their tasty chicken Saag & lamb Vindaloo! Always a delight-- plus their Mango lashi is always a must. Literally no bad things to say apart from a bit of slow service. Also their nann is so soft and flavorful-- would go back for this alone!

Beautiful family owned restaurant with tasty food but long wait times. Came here after a day outdoors and sadly waited 30 minutes for our food. Ordered Sherpa stew with lamb, and the meat came out really tough. The vegetarian combo plate with saag was really tasty and should've ordered that. Friendly faces but I recommend takeout next time.

Now this is an amazing experience. The story of the owner who opened the restaurant and the food was just so special. It is not something we often eat but it did not disappoint. Our family enjoyed the plates we ordered. Here, get out of your comfort zone you will not regret this experience.

My food was bland, boring, dry and too salty. My friend almost sent her dish back because the meat was so tough. We were welcomed nicely but the atmosphere was very basic and our waitperson not accommodating at all. At one point we asked for more dipping sauce and were brought just the tiniest amount. Ridiculous. This restaurant used to be fun and good. Now it seems to have gone way down hill. ​