Everest Gurkha Bar & Restaurant in Chelmsford

A little gem, amazing food at exceptional value

This is not a place for vegans. Main meals for vegans were limited to a veg Dal Bhakti Massu , which is a combination of side dishes, and a vegetable biryani. I asked for a soda and lime but they only had lemonade which was poured out of a large bottle. This bottle must have been open for a while as it was flat and the drink cost me £3.50. Very disappointed. I will not return.

We experienced take away service. We enjoyed a variety of dishes, including onion bhaji, poppadams with chutneys, salmon, chicken, lamb, rice and naan breads. All excellent, and nicely spiced and seasoned. Generous portions.

Food fantastic , service excellent , run by a ex Gurkha , best all round food experience, thank you Gurkha Everest restaurant

The dish we ordered was spicier than expected - but they offered to re-make it & also gave us a Bailey's in the house (not real Bailey's, but a nice gesture). Would try again & choose a different dish.

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal the other night. It was full of favalour.

Peshwari naan was the best I’ve ever tasted warm and crisp but still soft. Very tasty the duck starter went down a treat. Brilliant service will come again!

Excellent food with good quantities Best curry house in Chelmsford.

Incredible food. Incredible service. Had the Gurkha Staff Curry - one of the best Currys I have ever had!

Went as a family of 4 to celebrate a birthday. Great food. Well cooked, well presented. Extensive menu, reasonably priced. Friendly and professional waiting staff. It made a great celebration meal. Will definitely be going back.

Absolutely charming place. We had a lovely time and a date in this restaurant. The staff are very nice, the food was delicious. Best curry I have ever had :) I recommend Chicken SHERPA KUKHURA, it was very creamy, spicy enough but not too spicy, and the chicken was very juicy. I recommend having it with rice.

Great food, tried some dishes we wouldn’t normally pick and they were delicious. Plenty of food for us both but without leaving us feeling uncomfortable! Immaculate restaurant and toilets. Really lovely atmosphere with great service.

Firstly I would like to say a massive thank you.. It was my mother-in-law's 70th birthday, we had never been before!! I’m guessing the man who greeted us was the owner/manager .. WOW he made us welcome the second we walked in and made everyone sing happy birthday.it was very well organised ( Elvis night) The food was lovely.. We all had a fantastic evening,and will definitely be going back . Well done to all your staff.. excellent x

Had some great food including Kathmandu Chilli Lamb which was delicious. Great service and very friendly staff - would recommend.

Fantastic place. Good food. Friendly staff. Gurka beer is good

Food is just edible. The service was nice. THE PORTION SIZE IS CRAZY SMALL. Ordered the mish mash masu for £17 and it came with just 7 pieces of meat 3 chicken 3 lamb and a single shrimp that were overcooked. Jokes. Other dishes were also very small portions. Do not recommend!!!

Amazing food, really unique menu and lots of dishes you won’t find anywhere else. Great range of flavours and spice levels. Very authentic! Friendly and welcoming too

Went in with a group of friends and we were greeted by very friendly staff. I was recommended the staff curry, and wasn't disappointed. One of the nicest curries I've had in a long time. Everyone else in the group was happy with their meals. Will definitely be visiting again.

Eaten here many times and often at their themed nights. Such great food, lovely owner and staff. Never had a bad meal or experience.

Visited early on a Friday evening, around 6.15 and only one other table was occupied. I ordered the Lansun Piro Hari (venison) and my wife had the Kukhura Lababdar (chicken) We also had the tandoori roti, mushroom rice and onion bhaji. First impression was that the roti was thin and small and covered in oil/ghee/butter? The venison dish was a rather unfortunate shade of brown with a decent amount of venison in a LOT of sauce and the chicken dish had pieces of very pale chicken, not the vibrand red, with charred edges you'd expect of tandoori chicken. My wife said the chicken dish was only just warm with very little taste. Whereas mine was warm but had no taste! I'd ordered my alien-to-me dish based on the description; "Diced venison steak grilled in the clay oven, cooked in a unique style curry leaves, mustard seeds, Nepalese spices with a touch of coconut cream" so felt pretty disappointed. We've not been here for a few years and thought we'd give it another go but with such an uninspiring meal and with so many choices of restaurants in Chelmsford we won't be returning.

Very odd atmosphere, cold and loud music. Poppadoms stale and cold, only 2 sauces. Tiny portion of 2 prawns for £6, Chicken tikka masala very rubbery, chicken jalfrezi extremely bland. No depth of flavour in either. Saag bhaji is just puréed spinach out of a tin, with no flavour, texture or seasoning. This restaurant seems stuck in 30 years ago when British Indian food was awful. Only the service was of good standard. Extremely disappointing meal.

Very bad food , no taste even basic ingredient like salt missing . Onion bhajji black in colour , we will never recommend anyone to come here.The quality and taste of the is gone down .

Excellent food , very attentive service. Thoroughly recommend this restaurant. The best Nepalese food that we have had.

We love going here, food is amazing, service is brilliant made to feeling very welcome. Very clean Always recommend to friends and family..Thank you ,

Food was delicious and great value for money

Such a great service and delicious food. Very happy to have this gem locally and can see why it’s been going so long. Sweet chilli paneer is a favourite and excellent attentive and cheery service. Have recommended to friends and family who agree this is excellent. Will be back very soon

If you are looking for a really great place to eat that's clean with fantastic food I can recommend The Gurkha restaurant: the smell of the food is mouth watering I love the spices used and the flavours created by the chefs, all the staff are smart and friendly, I've been to this restaurant a few times now and every time I've found the service to be excellence from start to finish. The restaurant owner / managed is a lovely welcoming man. If you have never had Nepalese food before you must give The Gurkha a go and you will see and know why people keep coming back.

The Gurkha smashes it on every level: unique flavours, off the clock hospitality, care and attention to detail and excellence from start to finish. The restaurant is owned and managed by an absolute gentleman. We will return again and again to this gem of a restaurant which is a ruby in Chelmsford's crown!

One of the best places to eat, they have such a great variety of food, it tastes fantastic and the service is exceptional. I loved the atmosphere and will definitely be returning. Can’t recommend this place enough.

Went for dinner as small groups of mates, great food, lots of variety, well priced and exceptional service.

I can't understand why this is not fully booked all the time. The food is freshly cooked, and excellent. Different flavours instead of just hot midly hot or mild. Every dish actually tastes different We've been visiting for about 3 years and it is always great food Miles better than the standard Indian type food. Really recommend a visit. And you won't be disappointed!!

Absolutely delicious. So many dishes that sound interesting, it was hard to choose. They have the standard Indian fare, but plenty of unique dishes too including venison curry(s). Great beer too.

A warm welcome and delicious food. We went for a pre-theatre meal as it is very conveniently located and are planning to visit again soon.

A lovely Nepalese restaurant with great food and great service. The Nepalese duck and Jimbu dal were new to us and were super tasty. Highly recommended.

What can one say ! Proper all round

Without doubt the finest Nepalese cuisine I have eaten. Very warm and friendly welcome from excellent staff. Great service. An excellent dining experience for groups and couples alike. Super restaurant.

We had a marvellous meal last night. We are regular customers of this restaurant and as always, the food was excellent, the service, attentive and timely, the ambience of the restaurant relaxed and welcoming. I cannot praise this restaurant enough. Thank you.

never treats there employee equally, unhygienic, food department should raid and look at there kitchen arrogant behaviour towards particular emlpoyees.

We were asked to meet our friends at the Gurka, for an evening meal, when we arrived we received a lovely warm welcome, The restaurant was beautiful, WE ordered our food, and it was lovely, can not fault it, the flavours were outstanding, I think it is one of the best meals out I have had, or THE BEST, the serice was just right, not rushed, and low key, and very attentive, Just the best, don't miss out try it!. you will not be disappointed Maggies friends

An outstanding restaurant which continues to maintain the highest standards of both service and food. We were a party of 12 and each and every diner gave 5 stars to the Gurhka! We will most definitely return.

A great restaurant that has authentic Gurkha style food. The choice is good, the food is really tasty and the staff are very friendly. It's been a while since my last post, and I am pleased to say that the food is still great. Thank you Harry and family. Big thumbs up

Really great, and authentic, food with a fairly good choice on the menu. If you like something slightly different from your normal Indian style curry, this is the place to try. Very good service as well

First visited this restaurant on the recommendation of a friend just before Christmas and had a fantastic meal. Returned this evening and again had a really enjoyable meal with a great choice of familiar and more unusual dishes on the menu. Service was efficient and very friendly and this will now be one of our go to restaurants in Chelmsford.

Very clean and nice atmosphere! The food was also delicious and quick to arrive.

Good ambience, well cleaned and kind people, great experience, however taste is bit off track, slightly higher price Range and I would expect a better taste / quality of food. Might be something was not right in that very day. Does not matter but we enjoyed our meal.

My new favourite restaurant! The food is so flavoursome and the portions generous. Love the curries here, each one is so different - which is whats exciting about visiting here every time. And the staff are very warm and welcoming. Will most definitely be coming again & again. 5 stars

Super restaurant ! On a été accueilli à merveille et la nourriture était très bonne et très généreuse, on est sorti l’estomac bien rempli et ce fût une tres bonne surprise !

We’ve been saying for a few years that we should visit this restaurant but have just never got around to it. Oh wow, we have missed out for those few years. We visited for the first time and absolutely loved it. The ambience and decor of the restaurant itself is great and the food is amazing. The staff were friendly and attentive and the service was spot on. We loved everything about the whole experience of visiting this restaurant. Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed. We can’t wait to go again.

Stepping into this Nepalese restaurant is like embarking on a delightful journey to the heart of Nepal. From the moment you enter, the vibrant atmosphere, adorned with traditional Nepalese decor, sets the stage for an unforgettable culinary adventure. The menu is a splendid showcase of...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this gem of a restaurant, and it exceeded all expectations. From the moment I stepped in, the authentic Nepalese ambiance embraced me. The delicious, authentic food transported my taste buds straight to Nepal. The Nepalese beer added a delightful touch to the experience. What truly sets this place apart is the impeccable service. The friendly servers made sure every detail was perfect, and their warm demeanor created a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant's interior, adorned with genuine Nepalese art and history, added an extra layer of authenticity. In summary, if you're seeking a culinary adventure with delicious food, delightful drinks, and a warm atmosphere, this is the place to be. The friendly staff and authentic setting make it a standout dining experience. Highly recommended, we will be back!!

From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, it felt like we had been transported straight to the heart of Nepal. The decor was a beautiful tapestry of Nepalese history, with intricate artifacts and photographs adorning the walls, inviting us into a world rich in...

One of our favourite restaurants in Chelmsford. Always made to feel so welcome whenever we go there, and the food is brilliant. Caters very well to vegans too which is hugely appreciated. Couldn’t recommend more!

Absolutely delicious! The food is so good and the owner is extremely nice and friendly. You get honest food and a delicious experience. Most of the vegetarian dishes are also vegan. So perfect for vegetarians and vegans. I love it there.

Absolutely delicious! The food is so good and the owner is extremely nice and friendly. You get honest food and a delicious experience. Most of the vegetarian dishes are also vegan. So perfect for vegetarians and vegans. I love it there.

Yet again I can only praise this restaurant for it's quality of food and service. Although this occasion was a takeaway, the delivery was fast and efficient, the food was still hot and the price was excellent. I can recommend this service to anyone.

Poor quality of food, some of the food was undercooked and raw, took over an hour to receive our main meal. Very poor vegetarian options on the menu. Unfortunately won’t be going back and the food is over priced for what it is

Great restaurant, good food and attentive staff. I will be going back to dine there again

Great Elvis themed night! Fantastic atmosphere and food was delicious. Staff extremely helpful and accommodating. Would definitely recommend.

Really lovely food. I mainly have chicken dhansak when eating out and can certainly say this was fabulous. Will defo return:-)

I have been here loads of times with fiends and family. The food is excellent and the staff are great. It’s always nice when the owner (yes he used to be a real life Gurkha) comes out of the kitchen to say hello to his...

Great place ,great service. The owner Harka always comes and says hello .The food is always great with a wide variety to choose from .definitely recommend the restaurant.

Friday 9pm Really lovely food. Not as personable as last time but still really good. Mostly senior males in the restaurant for some reason.

This venue provides just the best food .. highly recommended if you want that authentic experience. Great service . great food i cannot recommend this place enough..

Great food with great service. always love a change from my Indian every so often, to which this place delivers! Food is great quality. Highly recommend!

Wonderful food, very tasty, extremely flavoursome, lovely friendly service. Thank you so much - highly recommended. Definitely come back. Good sized portions.

Excellent food at reasonable prices, with friendly staff

A great place to visit with friends. An interesting choice a food which was delicious. They also device Gurkha beer which was a real find. All wrapped up with friendly and efficient service. Would highly recommend.

Another amazing meal and service from the gurka, Jimbu chicken was as it should be. Tom had a great birthday and we recreated our dinner photo from 5. Years ago thanks to the help of the waiter 😀

This restaurant is a hidden gem in Chelmsford, just up from the station and perfect for a pre-theatre dinner. The food is always great and service excellent.

Fantastic restaurant, would definitely recommend !

Excellent meal. The were six of each and we shared dishes. All of them really tasty. Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Will definitely go ago.

Had an excellent lamb curry on the managers recommendation. Good polite service. Will return.

I visitors this restaurant for the first time on August 4th. Really good food and fantastic service. Was even better in that a genuine ex-Gurkha served us - thank you!

Love this restaurant, food and service fantastic.

Rubbish. Spent a while placing an order only to find that after waiting in excess of an hour and a half for delivery, our order was cancelled. Won't be doing this again.

Ordered an Uber Eat for delivery around 7:30pm on a Friday night and then after waiting ages found it had been CANCELLED. Do not order from this place, they don't deserve to succeed if they cannot honour a delivery service. An absolute disgrace! Will not be making the same mistake again.

Chelmsford's hidden gem! Food tasty, authentic and value for money. Extremely friendly and polite staff, nothing too much trouble. Will definitely be back, without doubt one of the best Chelmsford has to offer

The worst experience ever, usually we eat Nepali food and Asian in general and that was horrible experience, starting from the service , the food quantity and quality. The food toke ages to come and also portions are veryyy small. I don’t recommend this restaurant at all.

Great food, piping hot & very tasty. We both chose the set meals, which were lovely & the portions were very generous. Can't fault the service, although it was very quiet for a Friday night. Really enjoyed our evening & would recommend. More veggie options...

Great food, at a good price. Refreshingly different to others in the area. Well worth a visit or for a takeaway. Beautiful meal last night. Tried the set menu. Great choices, great food.

Best takeaway in Chelmsford. Little expensive but worth the money. Try the mish mash mush. I have travelled Nepal, this place serves really traditional food.

We orders starters and drinks. Took 25 mins for the drinks to come when there was 1 other table with 2 at. They then brought out the main dishes an hour later and completely forgot our starters. Avoid. Used to be great, not anymore.

Eaten in twice and had the most amazing meals. Just had them on Deliveroo and it was disgusting. I’m sure sunday night isn’t a busy one but you should not be sending out re-heated chicken tikka. Struggled to cut and chew it.

This place has never let me down the food is fantastic every time and the Staff are amazing. Everyone who I recommend always give it top reviews. The boss is a true gentleman and meticulous in every thing he’s does.

Awesome place to eat delicious food specially the veg dishes. I highly recommend everyone to visit and celebrate the special moments with loved ones 🎂🎉🍻

The food - once ordered - was served quickly. Mains were out within 15 minutes maximum which is quick (?too quick). However service left much to be desired with its slowness and abruptness. They had several tables in the restaurant but were polishing glasses behind the bar and setting up new tables late in the evening whist we were trying to pay (after having to ask for the bill, they still wouldn't come to the table to take payment) and being busy is no excuse when they were not serving current seated customers. We had to pay at the till in the end. Popadoms were served cold but presumably this is intentional. Portion sizes were OK and flavours were nice but not amazing. Overall we won't be back and wouldn't recommend it.

Excellent food and staff. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Until last year, I'd never visited this restaurant my whole life as I always thought the food was likely to be a little different from the typical Indian restaurant and I'm rather fussy sticking to similar dishes each time. I even turned down a work...

Had a meal with friends mid week, the food was very good. The restaurant was very busy and there didn't appear to be enough staff and rhe service was very slow.

Friendly, polite and well run. Food was top notch. Check out the Ghurka beer. Highly recommended.

We've eaten here a few times in the past and always enjoyed the food as we did on this occasion however the Friday evening we visited we had absolutely terrible service and we were not alone. It literally took over an hour to get food...

The restaurant we wanted to book was full, so I found this alternative by asking Google for an Indian restaurant near me. This place is Nepalese, and there are obviously some similarities because of geography. If you like Indian food and want to play it safe, there are plenty of familiar dishes to choose from. However, there are also some intriguing alternatives. How authentic it is. I don't really know (I've never been to Nepal), but I will certainly be returning to sample more of their fayre. We were in no rush, and the service was relaxed and unhurried. This worked for us last night, but if you are there for a pre-theatre meal, I'd definitely let them know so that they can push you through a bit quicker. The staff were pleasant and unobtrusive. Overall, we had a pleasant and chilled evening.

It was my first visit to the Restaurant and it was most enjoyable evening. The Staff are friendly and helpful and the Food is Delightful. There was nice background piano music which cc rested a lovely atmosphere. Thoroughly recommended.

Always a great experience here. The chicken is the best I’ve ever had.

LITERALLY my fav in Chelmford! Chicken Tikka Masala is my go to its delicious! The Peswari Naan is huge. Wouldn't go anywhere else now.

I have been here a few times after a recommendation from a friend and every time it’s been fantastic. My go to curry for years has always been a chicken dhansak and out of the 100 I must of eaten the one at the Gurkha...

I always try to give a maximum score then whittle it down, so we'll start with 5 stars. Ambience: Very contemporary and very clean. The décor is subtle with a wonderful Gurkha story behind their bar. The welcome was very warm and the waitress was...

Back twice recently, and it was just as good as I remembered. Really friendly staff and superb food. A somewhat different menu from the typical Indian restaurant, but not so different that an Indian food afficianado would be disappointed. And the naan is perfect...

Really lovely food and the staff are great. Will be coming back!

Great food, lovely atmosphere and staff