House of Shambhala

 

House of Shambhala is my favorite restaurant in Lhasa.  It is on the top floor of a boutique hotel by the same name.  The location is an old monastery that housed monks and offices. The rooms were converted to hotel rooms with bathrooms but no windows.  Very unique and pricey. Would love to stay here one time.

Over the years the restaurant has moved from the roof to a room on the top floor.  You can no longer dine on the room but you can lounge up there and carry up a drink from the small bar inside the restaurant.  The restaurant is dark but cozy with limited seating.  Not many people know about this place so I’ve never had to wait for a table.  Shambhala has an extensive menu with the highlights being their various Momo’s and curry dishes.  However, the best dish here is the Yak steak.  Well season in a tasty sauce and a double portion from what your would receive at other restaurants.  Always perfectly prepared.  This is a must try when in Lhasa!

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