Our Story: A Legacy of Flavour Since 1997
The Khukuri is more than just a restaurant; it is a gateway to the Himalayas. Named after the legendary curved blade of the Gurkhas, a symbol of bravery and heritage, we have been a beloved fixture of Edinburgh’s West End for over two decades.
Our kitchen is led by chefs recruited from the finest restaurants in Nepal, blending traditional
techniques with fresh, locally sourced Scottish produce. We use authentic Himalayan herbs like Jimbu
(wild mountain onion) and Timur (Szechuan-style peppercorn) to ensure every bite transports you
to the foothills of Mt. Everest.
Menu Highlights
Signature Momos: the ultimate Nepalese soul food. Try our succulent steamed dumplings served with a distinct sesame and tomato achar. Vegan & Vegetarian Options Available.
Himalayan Specialities: discover unique dishes like Sherpa Lamb Curry or our tangy Himalayan Garden Curry, a traditional household staple made with bamboo shoots and black-eyed beans.
From the Tandoor: marinated overnight in ginger, lemon, and mountain spices, our meats are fired to smoky perfection in the traditional clay oven.
Find us in the West End
Conveniently located at 8 West Maitland Street, we are just a 2-minute walk from Haymarket Station. Whether you’re arriving by tram (West End stop) or train, we are the perfect stop for a pre-theatre meal or a cozy dinner.
Parking: plenty of on-street parking is available nearby on Palmerston Place and Grosvenor Street.
Address
8 West Maitland Street,
Edinburgh, EH12 5DS
Opening Hours
Mon - Sat: 12pm - 10pm
Sunday: 4pm - 10pm
Discover the Flavours of
The Khukuri
Experience the heart of Nepalese cuisine at The Khukuri. Our menu showcases traditional Nepalese flavours alongside classic Himalayan dishes, from rich and aromatic curries to sizzling tandoori specialities, fragrant rice dishes, and indulgent desserts. Every dish is carefully prepared using time-honoured recipes and quality ingredients, bringing you the true taste of Nepal in every bite.
🌱 Vegan & Vegetarian Friendly: a huge selection of our menu is naturally plant-based or can be adapted upon request.
🌾 Gluten-Free Options: many of our curries and tandoori grills are naturally gluten-free.
👨👩👧 Families Welcome: highchairs and kid-friendly mild options are always available.
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My wife and I visited edinburgh and tried here and we ended up coming back every night on our stay.the nicest food and the best restaurant we have ever eaten in.
Kieran Martin - Google
Excellent Nepalese restaurant with delicious authentic curries and a great vegetarian selection. We love returning as the service is always nice and friendly, and the restaurant feels cosy even when it’s very busy. Booking in advance is highly recommended! The momos are delicious, but I would also recommend the Pani Puri. There are several special vegetarian curries, but you can also get some of the traditional curries just with veg or paneer. Hariyali and Namche are both excellent - flavourful and rich. The portions are just the right size as well. I truly believe that Khukuri makes the best Peshwari naan in Edinburgh! We are already thinking about coming back.
The food here is beautiful. Full of flavour and plentiful. We had momos, pani puri, samosa chat, lamb skewers, butter chicken, chicken himalaya and a couple of cocktails. There were 4 of us and we had to take some home but we wanted to try different things. Plus it meant enjoying the food again the following day. Absolutely recommend this place. The staff are lovely too. I would certainly come back again when I return to Edinburgh.
Jenni Haslam - Google
