Run don’t walk to eat at this wonderful new gem in Petaluma. Namaste Cafe serves Indian and Nepalese food. The owners call it gourmet and they are right. The chef uses the freshest ingredients and his culinary school... (11 replies, last updated by drmimi May 14, 2008)

Saw a yellow change of ownership sign last week at my favorite Petaluma place to eat. Change in owners from four owners (one was the head chef) to two families (two are the other chefs from Namaste). So far the food is spicier.... (0 replies, last updated by drmimi August 7, 2008)

and to everyone for treating me. :) It was a pleasure to hae the chance to meet and dine with you all – which is the best part of the Chowdown! >>Appetizers: — Momos – You should not go to Namaste Cafe without... (6 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong December 11, 2007)

Just got back from London where fortunately my work sometimes takes me..depressed at the standardized, unremarkable Indian food we have here.. Restaurants in London like Cafe Spice Namaste, Yama, Zaika,Rasa, et.al are such a treat... (11 replies, last updated by zim February 7, 2002)

i recommend making your own tandoori spice mix to blend in with the yogurt and etc. here’s a great mix, from Cyrus Todiwala’s book "Cafe Spice Namaste." The recipe is for Monkfish but it is lovely with chicken or... (1 reply, last updated by patrick July 1, 2002)

Gohan- lovely atmosphere but big prices for tiny portions Central Market— yummy Sugo— inexpensive and filling Namaste Cafe—- my favorite—also best bang for my buck - see chowdown report. I avoid Risibisi,... (14 replies, last updated by Civil Bear August 5, 2008)

. In WC, if you’re at all into Polish food, you might wanna' stop into the Chopin Cafe. A posting on it is linked below Link: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/34632#159383 (5 replies, last updated by cheapchowser January 12, 2006)

Hi — I would appreciate suggestions for a festive and fabulous Indian spot in the east bay for a Wed. night birthday dinner. Thanks and Namaste, Gina (4 replies, last updated by nja May 19, 2003)

Namaste Cafe is undergoing an owner change....two families instead of the group of four. The cooks are the same except for the original head cook. Food is spicier.... waitstaff is larger and friendlier... New name will be Everest... (18 replies, last updated by rworange August 19, 2008)

't quite make up my mind as to which was best. There’s the one at Namaste, the one next to Madras Cafe (also on Camino, and technically in Mtn View), but I kind of favor India Cash & Carry, which was recommended by a Sri... (14 replies, last updated by chowmeaow August 12, 2009)

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I’ve poked around the board a bit and come up with Yanni’s Greek Cafe (Martinez on border of Pleasant Hill) and Chopin Cafe (Walnut Creek – off Treat) to try. I prefer to stay as close to Pleasant Hill as... (10 replies, last updated by 3ringcircus October 8, 2009)

sounds like a nice find— however up my way in Sonoma County there are quite a few Nepalese restuarants. My favorite up here is Namaste Cafe 1390 N. McDowell, (at N. McDowell and Redwood Hwy just off 101) in Petaluma. Hmm 10... (16 replies, last updated by yoshika January 3, 2008)

Must be quite a shock NYC to Concord. Well Concord is not ever going to be known for fine dining. However there are some perfectly fine places to chow down. At the Park and Shop on Willow Pass you can find Namaste, decent Indian... (9 replies, last updated by Mil Mascaras May 18, 2004)

Turkish Kitchen Healthy Heavenly Foods in the Bear’s Lair food court Hummingbird for the Middle Eastern plate Espresso Experience for the bulgogi sandwich Top Dog Brazil Cafe Tandoor Kitchen Namaste for momos Platano (very slow)... (40 replies, last updated by katya March 7, 2008)