Namaste Shangri-la is one of those small, family-run spots that doesn’t try to be anything it’s not, and that’s exactly its charm. No frills, no fuss, just honest hospitality and comforting food that feels like it comes from a real place of care. Service here feels more like being welcomed into a family gathering than a polished, Western-style dining experience. It’s warm, casual, and genuine, so don’t expect white-glove formality. Expect heart. The menu is impressively large, and I mean large. It spans nine pages, which gives you a sense of how many options there are. While it can feel a bit overwhelming at first, it also means there’s something for everyone. We ordered the Beef Curry and Beef Korma, both served thali-style, which is a great way to sample a few different items without committing to full-sized entrées. It turned the meal into more of a tasting experience than a single-dish affair. We also had to try the momos, and everything we ordered came out warm, generously portioned, and layered with spices that were comforting rather than overpowering. Nothing was flashy, just solid, satisfying food that hits the spot. This isn’t a place you come to for a curated dining experience. You come here for warmth, generous plates, and the feeling that you’re eating food made with care. If that’s your vibe, Namaste Shangri-la is absolutely worth a visit.
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Namaste Shangri-la is one of those small, family-run spots that doesn’t try to be anything it’s not, and that’s exactly its charm. No frills, no fuss, just honest hospitality and comforting food that feels like it comes from a real place of care. Service here feels more like being welcomed into a family gathering than a polished, Western-style dining experience. It’s warm, casual, and genuine, so don’t expect white-glove formality. Expect heart. The menu is impressively large, and I mean large. It spans nine pages, which gives you a sense of how many options there are. While it can feel a bit overwhelming at first, it also means there’s something for everyone. We ordered the Beef Curry and Beef Korma, both served thali-style, which is a great way to sample a few different items without committing to full-sized entrées. It turned the meal into more of a tasting experience than a single-dish affair. We also had to try the momos, and everything we ordered came out warm, generously portioned, and layered with spices that were comforting rather than overpowering. Nothing was flashy, just solid, satisfying food that hits the spot. This isn’t a place you come to for a curated dining experience. You come here for warmth, generous plates, and the feeling that you’re eating food made with care. If that’s your vibe, Namaste Shangri-la is absolutely worth a visit.
This one is a tough one between a 3 and a 4 but at the end of the day, it needs to be a 3. From an Indian food perspective, there was nothing really exciting here! I know I’m being a hard critic here but I get excited when I go to an Indian restaurant and my expectations are high, I admit it. The appetizer menu options were OK and it tasted OK. I got lamb curry and other members of my party tried other variations of the curry, but all of us had the same impression that it was all OK, nothing that stood out as that curry that we have been searching for that is incredibly good! My favorite part of the meal honestly was the non-bread they did a great job with their garlic nonbread. The restaurant is pretty small so seating is limited, but I give them kudos for trying to incorporate the Indian culture with pictures of Indian art and Indian landscape and even a TV on an Indian channel. Service was great, they are patient and helpful when you are experiencing new Indian foods. At the end of the day, for someone that hasn’t had Indian food that much I think that they would enjoy it and I would recommend that they go. However, if you are an Indian food lover, I’m hoping that I can find a better option for you in Alaska!
This one is a tough one between a 3 and a 4 but at the end of the day, it needs to be a 3. From an Indian food perspective, there was nothing really exciting here! I know I’m being a hard critic here but I get excited when I go to an Indian restaurant and my expectations are high, I admit it. The appetizer menu options were OK and it tasted OK. I got lamb curry and other members of my party tried other variations of the curry, but all of us had the same impression that it was all OK, nothing that stood out as that curry that we have been searching for that is incredibly good! My favorite part of the meal honestly was the non-bread they did a great job with their garlic nonbread. The restaurant is pretty small so seating is limited, but I give them kudos for trying to incorporate the Indian culture with pictures of Indian art and Indian landscape and even a TV on an Indian channel. Service was great, they are patient and helpful when you are experiencing new Indian foods. At the end of the day, for someone that hasn’t had Indian food that much I think that they would enjoy it and I would recommend that they go. However, if you are an Indian food lover, I’m hoping that I can find a better option for you in Alaska!
Best Indian food in town in my opinion. I've had the tikka masala, korma, saag, biryani, samosas, naan, all fantastic. Some times the meat is a little dry, but the sauces make up for it. If you ask for it hot they will legitimately make it spicy, which is a plus for me 🔥.