About Us

Ladakhi cuisine | Reviving lost recipes

NAMZA DINING

Local food of Leh, Ladakh

Based on the concept of reviving the lost cuisines of Ladakh, Namza dining started out in 2016. With this vision, we offer extensive hand-crafted dishes of Ladakh as well as those dishes which has made its way through the ancient silk route. Leh was one of the old trading towns on the silk road junction linking Tibet, Kashmir, Central Asia and Yarkhand. This led to great cultural exchange fused in terms of food, clothing, religious practices and architecture.

How we started

There was also a void in the market which we thought could be filled and also bring something to the community that they could be proud of by introducing and reviving the delicious and most unique Ladakhi cuisine which was getting lost in the bling of modern era.

Kitchen Garden

Sustainable approach to agriculture

We believe in sustainable approach to agriculture and source our supplies from local farms as well as our kitchen garden.

Our Menu

Tribute to ladakhi cuisine

Our menu is a tribute to the long-forgotten tradition of preparing a hearty feast for the weary silk route travelers.

Reviving lost recipes

Documenting lost recipes of ladakh

We provide artisanal food, most importantly we retain existing traditional cuisines and restore the lost and undocumented ladakhi recipes.

Vegetarian Food in Leh, Ladakh

Our menu is inspired by the rich culinary heritage of this mountainous region, with special emphasis on reviving our lost and forgotten Ladakhi cuisine. We curate an unforgettable experience transcending you to Silk Route Trans Himalayan.

As young cultural ambassadors of our land, we intend to revive lost and almost forgotten Ladakhi cuisines, thus contributing to preserving and promoting a neatly hidden Himalayan culture alive.

We at Namza, are committed to ethical sourcing and sustainable practices. We work closely with local farmers and nomadic foragers to bring you the freshest and most flavorful ingredients, many of which are foraged from the surrounding mountains and valleys. By supporting small-scale agriculture and wildcrafts, we’re able to showcase the unique flavours of Ladakh while also protecting the environment and supporting the local community.

Our menu features a range of dishes that highlight the diverse ingredients and flavours of Ladakh. From hearty soups and stews to juicy dumplings and flavorful iconic/signature yarkhandi pulao, there’s something for every palate.

We happened upon this restaurant by accident and what a happy accident that proved to be! All of the food we had was DIVINE, and gives one a good experience to sample traditional Ladakhi food.

NettlekmTripadvisor Member

Amazing and authentic ladakhi food. The ambience was lovely. The yarkhandi pulao and Tibetan chicken dish served with ladakhi roti/steamed bun was delicious.

Sohail ChahalTripadvisor Member

We were so pleased with our first experience here that we went back for dinner a couple of nights later. We focused on the local Ladakhi cuisine and it was delicious. We sat out in the courtyard, the service was friendly and efficient.

David ATripadvisor Member

This boutique and cafe has such a relaxed and positive vibe about it! And the owner is extremely warm and hospitable and totally hands on which translates into a wonderful dining experience with some great local food.

Shavy DhaliwalTripadvisor Member

I love Namza! Great menu, tasty food, friendly staff, beautiful garden and the best chocolate momos in Leh! I ate there three times while volunteering for two weeks in Leh.

Sandy BTripadvisor Member