Sherpa Cafe

A Dalai Lama shrine anchors the dining room at Sherpa Cafe, a Gunnison institution serving authentic Nepalese-Tibetan-Indian cuisine. The menu features rich, spiced dishes like the Sherpa Stew, a hearty mix of vegetables and meat, alongside chicken makhani and various samosas. Guests frequently order garlic naan, hot chai, and Dahl lentil soup, often pairing their meal with a cold beer. The kitchen’s reputation for quality ingredients and authentic flavor keeps the seating full, whether during the busy lunch rush or the evening dinner service. Open seven days a week, the restaurant serves lunch from 11 AM to 2:30 PM and dinner from 5 PM to 9 PM. The atmosphere remains unpretentious yet warm, with attentive staff ensuring that every dish arrives at the perfect temperature. Wheelchair accessibility and ample parking make it easy for locals and travelers alike to stop in for a meal that feels like home.