Nepali Food in Perth: A Local's Guide to Momo, Sekuwa & Hidden Gems (2026)

You have probably already heard about the big Perth momo spots. Tasty Momo in Dianella. Little Magic Momo in Osborne Park. Spice Town in Inglewood.

Those are good restaurants. But if you have been eating Nepali food in Perth for a while, you already know about them. This guide is for the restaurants you might not have tried yet — the hidden gems, the suburban spots locals actually visit on a Tuesday night, and the places that do one thing exceptionally well.

Perth has 38 Nepali restaurants. That is a lot for a city that is geographically isolated from the rest of Australia. The Nepali community in WA has grown rapidly, and the food scene has kept pace. You will find restaurants from Fremantle to Currambine, Applecross to Glen Forrest.

The Best Sekuwa in Perth — De Bhatti, Mount Lawley

Google rating: 4.5★ (300 reviews)

If you have not been to De Bhatti, you are missing one of Perth's best Nepali grills. The restaurant is in Mount Lawley, on the Beaufort Street strip, and the sekuwa is the reason to go. Sekuwa is grilled marinated meat — usually chicken or lamb — cooked over charcoal with Nepali spices. De Bhatti does it as well as any restaurant in Australia.

The menu also covers momo, curries and dal bhat, but the sekuwa is what brings people back. Order it as a starter, then follow with a dal bhat set if you are hungry.

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The Best Jhol Momo in Perth — Little Magic Momo, Osborne Park

Google rating: 4.6★ (521 reviews)

Little Magic Momo has two locations — Osborne Park and Wembley — and both are worth visiting. The Osborne Park branch is the original, and it is where you will find some of the best jhol momo in Perth.

Jhol momo is steamed dumplings served in a spicy, tangy broth made from tomatoes, sesame seeds and timur (Himalayan pepper). It is messier than regular momo, and it is better for it. Little Magic Momo's version has a balanced broth that is spicy without being overwhelming.

The restaurant also does standard steamed and fried momo, but the jhol version is the one to order.

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Hidden Gems: Perth's Underrated Nepali Restaurants

Zakhang House of Cuisines — Applecross

Google rating: 4.2★ (57 reviews)

Zakhang is not the most reviewed restaurant on this list, but it is one of the most interesting. The menu focuses on traditional Nepali dishes that you will not find everywhere — aloo tama (potato with bamboo shoots), gundruk (fermented greens) and traditional Newari items. If you are tired of the standard momo-and-curry menu, Zakhang is the restaurant to visit.

Applecross is on the south side of the river, about 15 minutes from the CBD. It is not an area most people associate with Nepali food, which is exactly why it is on this list.

De Bhatti's Neighbour — IL Falco, Mount Hawthorn

Google rating: 4.4★ (106 reviews)

IL Falco is in Mount Hawthorn, close to the city centre. It is a smaller restaurant that does the basics well — momo, dal bhat and curries — without trying to be everything to everyone. The 4.4-star rating over 100+ reviews is a good sign. If you want a quiet dinner without the crowds of the bigger Perth momo houses, this is a solid choice.

Hamro Nepali Kitchen — Karawara

Google rating: 3.6★ (47 reviews)

The rating is lower than others on this list, but Hamro Nepali Kitchen is worth mentioning for one reason: it is the kind of neighbourhood restaurant that keeps a community fed. Karawara is in Perth's southern suburbs, near Curtin University, and Hamro serves the students and families who live nearby. The food is home-style — nothing fancy, just proper dal bhat and momo at reasonable prices. Sometimes that is exactly what you want.

Perth's Nepali Food by Suburb

Perth is a sprawling city, and the suburb you choose matters. Here is a quick guide:

• Osborne Park / Wembley — the momo capital of Perth. Little Magic Momo has both locations here.
• Mount Lawley — De Bhatti for sekuwa, and a generally good food strip.
• Dianella — Tasty Momo, one of Perth's most reviewed Nepali restaurants (723 reviews, 4.4★).
• Victoria Park — Funky Momo Cafe and Momo Planet. Vic Park is a good food suburb generally.
• Applecross — Zakhang and MOMO Centre. Worth the drive for traditional dishes.
• Fremantle — Peggy's (4.2★, 423 reviews). A good option if you are spending the day in Freo.
• Inglewood — Spice Town (4.4★, 351 reviews). On Beaufort Street, close to Mount Lawley.
• Currambine — Little Nepal Restaurant. A northern suburbs option.

What to Order in Perth (If You Want to Go Beyond Momo)

If you have been eating Nepali food in Perth for a while and want to try something different:

• Sekuwa at De Bhatti — grilled marinated meat. This is what they do best.
• Aloo tama at Zakhang — potato with bamboo shoots. A traditional dish you will not find everywhere.
• Jhol momo at Little Magic Momo — momo in spicy broth. Different from the standard steamed version.
• Thakali khana set at Tasty Momo — a complete meal plate. Good value and filling.
• Newari khaja set — if you find it on a menu, order it. It is a traditional Newari feast with choila, chatamari, bara and other items.

The Practical Stuff

Most Nepali restaurants in Perth are open for lunch (11am–3pm) and dinner (5pm–9pm), seven days a week. Some close on Mondays or Tuesdays, so check before you drive across the city.

Parking is generally easier in Perth than in Sydney or Melbourne, but Beaufort Street (Mount Lawley/Inglewood) can get busy on weekend evenings. Applecross and Currambine are easier.

For takeaway, most restaurants offer it. For delivery, check Uber Eats or DoorDash — many Perth Nepali restaurants are listed.

Browse All Nepali Restaurants in Perth

This guide covers the highlights and hidden gems, but Perth has 38 restaurants in total. Browse the full Perth restaurant directory to see all of them, filter by suburb, check opening hours and find the one that suits your plans.

And if you are searching for a Nepalese restaurant near me in Perth, the directory's "Near Me" feature will show you the closest options d on your current location.