Where is Palungo located?

Palungo is a Nepali restaurant based at 259 Malpas Road, Brockley, London SE4 1BH, right in the heart of the Brockley community. We're only a short walk from Brockley station, so whether you're a local or just visiting South London, we hope you'll pop in and experience the real taste of Nepal.

What kind of food does Palungo serve?

At Palungo, we offer authentic Nepalese cuisine made using family recipes that have been passed down for generations. Our dishes include handmade Momo, dal bhat, and Himalayan delicacies such as thakali thali, all cooked fresh using quality ingredients.

Is Palungo a good Nepali restaurant near Brockley?

Yes, Palungo is one of the most authentic Nepali restaurants in Brockley and South London. We serve delicious food cooked to traditional recipes, using fresh ingredients, with a real focus on warm and welcoming hospitality. Many of our regular customers keep coming back for Himalayan flavours they can't find elsewhere in the area.

Do you offer vegetarian or vegan Nepali dishes?

Yes, we have plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, including veg Momo, dal bhat, and various Nepali curries. We understand not everyone eats meat, and we want plant based diners to enjoy the same authentic taste of Nepal. Just let our staff know and they'll guide you to the best options for you.

Do you take table reservations?

Yes, you can reserve a table through our website or simply call us in advance, especially if you're planning to visit on weekends or during evenings. Walk ins are always welcome too, based on availability.

What are Palungo's opening hours?

Palungo is open Monday to Saturday from 12:00pm to 9:30pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 9:00pm. Whether it's a weekday lunch or a weekend dinner, we're here to serve you authentic Nepali food throughout the week.

Does Palungo offer takeaway or delivery in Brockley?

Yes, Palungo offers takeaway for anyone wanting to enjoy our food at home. We also deliver directly through our own website to customers across Brockley and nearby South London areas. This means you can enjoy real Nepali dishes like Momo and dal bhat without ever leaving home, ordered straight through us.

What makes Palungo different from other Nepali restaurants in South London?

Palungo's unique selling point is that we prepare meals following authentic Nepalese recipes, cooked fresh from scratch every day, rather than in bulk for the week. We also put real effort into hospitality, making sure every guest feels welcomed like family, not just a customer.

Is Palungo suitable for group dining or celebrations?

Absolutely. Palungo is a great place for dinner with friends or for celebrating something special. We welcome group bookings and know how to make your event memorable, hosting everything from birthdays to family gatherings for our local Brockley community.

What payment methods does Palungo accept?

Palungo accepts all major debit and credit cards as well as cash and contactless payment, making it easy and convenient to settle your bill however suits you best.

What is the best Nepali restaurant in Brockley?

Even though there are a few places to choose from, Palungo is regarded by many as the best Nepali restaurant in Brockley thanks to our genuine dishes and consistent quality. Our menu reflects true Himalayan cooking rather than a generic takeaway style menu, which is why so many people keep coming back.

What is Momo and what does it taste like?

Momo is a type of Nepali dumpling, usually steamed or fried, and filled with spiced meat or vegetables. It's typically served with a tangy, slightly spicy tomato based dipping sauce called achar. At Palungo, Momo is one of our most popular dishes, loved for its comforting flavour and satisfying texture.

Dal bhat is regarded as the national meal of Nepal, made up of lentil soup, rice, vegetables, and pickled vegetables. It's a hearty, wholesome meal that's been part of Nepalese households for generations. At Palungo, dal bhat is cooked the traditional way, so you can experience authentic Nepalese cooking firsthand.

Is Nepali food spicy?

Nepali food is generally mild to moderately spicy, though it tends to be more balanced than people often expect. At Palungo, we're happy to adjust spice levels based on your preference, whether you like it milder or with more kick. Just let us know when ordering and we'll make sure it suits your taste.

What is the difference between Nepali and Indian food?

Although Nepali and Indian cuisines share some spices and cooking techniques, Nepali food tends to be lighter and less oil heavy overall. Dishes like Momo, dhido, and thakali thali reflect strong Himalayan and Tibetan influences rather than the richer curry based dishes common in Indian cooking. At Palungo, our menu reflects this distinct Nepali identity rather than blending into general South Asian food.

Does Palungo cater for private events or parties?

Yes, we're happy to accommodate private events, group bookings, and celebrations at Palungo. Whether it's a birthday, family gathering, or small get together, we can help plan a menu that suits your group. Just get in touch with us ahead of time so we can prepare properly for your visit.

Is parking available near Palungo in Brockley?

Yes, there's free parking available around the restaurant. After 7pm, you're also welcome to park directly in front of Palungo, making an evening visit easy and hassle free.

Does Palungo have halal or allergen friendly options?

We source our chicken and mutton from a halal supplier, so many of our dishes are halal. We also serve pork, grilled and cooked separately out of respect for our Muslim customers who follow halal. Our menu is clearly labelled with common allergens where present, so you can order with confidence.

How far in advance should I book a table at Palungo?

We generally recommend booking a few days ahead if you're planning to visit during weekends or evenings, since those tend to be our busiest times. That said, we always try to accommodate walk ins whenever we have space. Booking early simply guarantees you a table without any wait.

Where can I see Palungo's menu and prices?

Our full menu with prices is available on our website. We continually update it so you'll always know what's on offer before you go or place an order. Meals typically range from £20 to £30 per person, and our staff are always happy to answer questions about individual dishes.

Palungo Nepali Menu | Momo and Thali Near Lewisham, Deptford

Palungo Special - Recommended Dishes

BUFF CHOILA SET

Smoky spiced buffalo meat served with puffed or flat rice, seasoned potatoes, and tangy chutney.

£10.95

CHICKEN MOMO PLATTER

Choice of your Nepal's signature dumplings, served in a mix of styles (steam, pan fried & chilli style) - perfect for sharing.

£14.95

MASALA CHAI ICE-CREAM

Creamy homemade ice cream infused with aromatic Nepali masala chai spices.

£4.95

PORK JHEER

Grilled pork marinated, finished with Himalayan spice blend smoky, bold, unforgettable.

£8.95

SISNU CHICKEN

Boneless chicken prepared with fresh nettle leaves, rooted Nepali flavours, deeply comforting.

£9.95

THAKALI THALI

Unlimited servings of authentic Himalayan flavors; Nepal's Local Dish- steamed rice served with lentil soup, seasonal vegetables, and house-made pickles.

£16.95

Starters

ALOO NIMKI

Crispy spiced potatoes tossed Dharan-style with our homemade nimki, fresh onions, herbs, chillies, & tangy Nepali spices for a bold street-food flavour.

£7.95

CHATPATEY

A cold, mixed snack made by tossing puffed rice with a variety of crunchy ingredients and sharp spices, creating a quick, addictive street-style dish.

£5.95

CHICKEN CHILLI

Crispy fried chicken or chips tossed with fresh onions & capsicum in a bold house chilli sauce. Flavourful, savoury, and tongue tingling.

£7.95

CHICKEN KATHMANDU COMBO SET

Enjoy chicken chowmein, chicken chilli, and deep-fried chicken momo together! Taste the authentic flavor of Nepali street food.

£12.95

CHICKEN SEKUWA SET

Smoky grilled chicken with Himalayan spices served with puffed rice & spiced potatoes.

£8.95

CHICKEN SHYAPHALEY

Stuffed pasties filled with seasoned meat and a local Nepali taste. Served hot with spicy dip.

£7.95

CHIPS CHILLI

Crispy fried chips tossed with onions, peppers, fresh chilli, & a tangy, spicy sauce.

£6.95

MUSTANGE ALOO

Spiced Nepali style potato tempered with mustard oil, timur (schezwan) pepper fresh herbs.

£5.95

PORK JHEER

Grilled pork marinated, finished with Himalayan spice blend smoky, bold, unforgettable.

£8.95

VEGAN KATHMANDU COMBO SET

Enjoy vegan chowmein, chips, chilli, and deep-fried vegan momo together!

£12.95

VEGAN SHYAPHALEY

Stuffed pasties filled with seasoned vegetables. Served hot with spicy dip.

£7.95

MOMO

BUFF MOMO

10 pieces (Jhol only). Buff dumplings served in spicy, tangy Nepali jhol broth with sesame, tomato, & aromatic spices

£12.95

CHICKEN MOMO PLATTER

Choice of Nepal's signature dumplings. Served in a mix of styles (steamed, pan-fried & chilli style)

£14.95

CHILLI MOMO

IO Crispy pan-fried flavourful chilli momo with an authentic taste of nepali street food

£10.95

JHOL MOMO

10 pieces of jhol momo in aromatic spiced broth with local Nepali taste.

£10.95

PAN-FRIED MOMO

10 Crispy pan-fried momo in aromatic spiced broth with Nepali local flavor.

£10.95

STEAMED MOMO

10 Soft steamed dumplings filled with seasoned meat or a flavour-packed meat-free filling (chicken/vegan), served with a bold, tangy spicy dipping sauce.

£8.95

VEGAN MOMO PLATTER

Choice of Nepal's signature dumplings with authentic Nepali flavor, served in a mix of styles (steamed, pan-fried & chilli style) - perfect for sharing.

£14.95

Noodles

CHICKEN CHOWMEIN

Wok-tossed noodles with fresh vegetables, crunchy chicken, smoky spices & bold Dharan street-style flavours. (Chicken 1.50 extra)

£9.45

CHICKEN KEEMA NOODLES

Noodles loaded with flavourful chicken mince and bold Nepali spices in homemade chilli sauce.

£9.95

CHICKEN THUKPA

A warm, hearty noodle soup with slow-simmered broth, comforting spices & fresh ingredients and chicken topping - a true taste of Dharan.

£10.45

VEGAN CHOWMEIN

Wok-tossed noodles with fresh vegetables, smoky spices & bold Dharan street-style flavours.

£7.95

VEGAN KEEMA NOODLES

Noodles loaded with vegan mince & bold Nepali spices in homemade chilli sauce.

£9.95

VEGAN THUKPA

A warm, hearty noodle soup with slow-simmered broth, comforting spices & fresh ingredients - a true taste of Dharan.

£8.95

Mains Veg

MIXED VEGETABLE TARKARI

Seasonal vegetables prepared with a contemporary take on Nepali flavours.

£9.95

PANEER PALUNGO

Fresh paneer folded into slow-cooked greens, delicately seasoned with Himalayan spices.

£9.95

PANEER TARKARI

Soft paneer in a rustic vegetable gravy, inspired by traditional Nepali kitchens.

£9.95

Non Veg Mains

MUTTON CURRY

Slow-braised mutton cooked in a rich, fiery Nepali masala with deep mountain flavours.

£10.95

NEPALI CHICKEN CURRY

Home-style Nepali chicken curry with touch of Himalyan Spices.

£9.95

SISNU CHICKEN

Boneless chicken prepared with fresh nettle leaves, rooted Nepali flavours, deeply comforting.

£9.95

Spinach Dishes

ALOO PALUNGO

Potatoes cooked with leafy greens, gently spiced for a comforting Himalayan classic.

£7.95

CHICKEN PALUNGO

Tender chicken cooked with leafy greens and traditional Nepali spices.

£9.95

GORKHALI PORK-CHOI

Succulent pork cooked with pak choi spinach and a hint of schezwan pepper.

£10.95

MUTTON PALUNGO

Tender mutton simmered in rich leafy greens with warming Nepali-style seasoning.

£10.95

TOFU PALUNGO

Soft tofu simmered with leafy greens and warming spices a wholesome Himalayan dish.

£8.95

Nepali Thali

CHICKEN THALI

Nepal's soul food - steamed rice served with lentil soup, seasonal vegetables, and house-made pickles.

£16.95

MUTTON THALI

Unlimited servings of authentic Himalayan flavors, bringing the heartwarming love of Nepal straight to London's table.

£19.95

THAKALI THALI

Nepali Authentic Taste; steamed rice served with lentil soup, seasonal vegetables, house-made pickles and Vegan made with local taste recepie.

£16.95

VEGETARIAN THALI

Taste from Himalayan - Experience the true soul of Himalayan hospitality with our curated "Nepali Taste" veg thali.

£16.95

Sides

ALOO TAMA

A bold Nepali classic with tangy fermented bamboo shoots, potatoes & black-eyed beans - Highly Recommended

£7.95

CHANNA MASALA

Spiced chickpeas, a ever green favourite.

£7.95

KALO DAAL

Slow-cooked black lentils finished with fresh garlic.

£6.95

OKRA & POTATOES

Stir fried okra curry prepared on Himalayan herbs.

£7.95

PAHELO DAAL

Yellow lentils tempered with Himalyan chives.

£6.95

POTATO & AUBERGINE

Egglpant cooked with potatoes in house gravy.

£7.95

Dessert

LALMOHAN & DAHI

Deep-fried dough balls soaked in sugar syrup, served with creamy yogurt.

£3.95

MASALA CHAI ICE-CREAM

Creamy homemade ice cream infused with aromatic Nepali masala chai spices.

£4.95

Pickle & Achar

CHUKAUNI

A refreshing yogurt and potato dish originating from Palpa, Nepal, flavoured with mustard, garlic, and gentle spices.

£4.95

MULA ACHAR

Potato & radish pickle finished on black sesame.

£3.95

PIRO ACHAR

House chilli pickle made from fresh tomatoes, corriander and green chillies.

£2.95

All Dishes

Palungo Special - Recommended Dishes

BUFF CHOILA SET

CHICKEN MOMO PLATTER

MASALA CHAI ICE-CREAM

PORK JHEER

SISNU CHICKEN

THAKALI THALI

Starters

ALOO NIMKI

CHATPATEY

CHICKEN CHILLI

CHICKEN KATHMANDU COMBO SET

CHICKEN SEKUWA SET

CHICKEN SHYAPHALEY

CHIPS CHILLI

MUSTANGE ALOO

PORK JHEER

VEGAN KATHMANDU COMBO SET

VEGAN SHYAPHALEY

MOMO

BUFF MOMO

CHICKEN MOMO PLATTER

CHILLI MOMO

JHOL MOMO

PAN-FRIED MOMO

STEAMED MOMO

VEGAN MOMO PLATTER

Noodles

CHICKEN CHOWMEIN

CHICKEN KEEMA NOODLES

CHICKEN THUKPA

VEGAN CHOWMEIN

VEGAN KEEMA NOODLES

VEGAN THUKPA

Mains Veg

MIXED VEGETABLE TARKARI

PANEER PALUNGO

PANEER TARKARI

Non Veg Mains

MUTTON CURRY

NEPALI CHICKEN CURRY

SISNU CHICKEN

Spinach Dishes

ALOO PALUNGO

CHICKEN PALUNGO

GORKHALI PORK-CHOI

MUTTON PALUNGO

TOFU PALUNGO

Nepali Thali

CHICKEN THALI

MUTTON THALI

THAKALI THALI

VEGETARIAN THALI

Sides

ALOO TAMA

CHANNA MASALA

KALO DAAL

OKRA & POTATOES

PAHELO DAAL

POTATO & AUBERGINE

Dessert

LALMOHAN & DAHI

MASALA CHAI ICE-CREAM

Pickle & Achar

CHUKAUNI

MULA ACHAR

PIRO ACHAR