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  • Andy G
    30 contributions
    Relaxed atmosphere and good varied food
    Our group of 7 Everest Base Camp trekkers ended up at Sam's most times due to its very relaxed and sociable environment. Very nice open roof top restaurant Most of the waiters are deaf and mute and very polite and attentive. The menu has good variation and all the different foods our group ordered (pizzas, burgers, stews, noodles, sizzlers etc) got complimentary comments We always had a good time there
    Written March 5, 2020
  • harleyBoy42
    Christchurch, United Kingdom95 contributions
    Thamel's best bar by far
    Stumbled upon this bar by accident. Then went here every evening I was in Thamel. After the first visit Suneer? (Works the floor like an artist!) remembered my drinks, that's always good in a busy place. The French Lady behind the bar is phenomenal. Ten years eh? Great atmosphere, good music, good prices, some quirky seating and all-round bloody good place to chill. Even when the place is full there's 'space' you're not on top of one another as its sitting to drink only. Partly intimate by the bar, partly open-air, plenty of greenery and all ages are here, its that kinda place. Love it, and I'm a lone traveller in my late 60's, plenty of younguns here too. It's just that kinda bar.
    Traveled solo
    Written March 26, 2023
  • Sam Nicholson
    Bury, United Kingdom9 contributions
    Lots of atmosphere, good fun and good prices
    Fantastic little venue tucked away through the busy streets of Thamel. Happened to be the first bar we went to during our staying in Kathmandu. It set the standard as we ended up going back to Sam’s bar due to the better atmosphere, great prices of drinks and all round lovely staff. A definite in Kathmandu if looking for a few drinks!
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 3, 2023
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harleyBoy42
Christchurch, UK95 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
Stumbled upon this bar by accident. Then went here every evening I was in Thamel. After the first visit Suneer? (Works the floor like an artist!) remembered my drinks, that's always good in a busy place. The French Lady behind the bar is phenomenal. Ten years eh? Great atmosphere, good music, good prices, some quirky seating and all-round bloody good place to chill.

Even when the place is full there's 'space' you're not on top of one another as its sitting to drink only. Partly intimate by the bar, partly open-air, plenty of greenery and all ages are here, its that kinda place. Love it, and I'm a lone traveller in my late 60's, plenty of younguns here too. It's just that kinda bar.
Written March 26, 2023
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Sam Nicholson
Bury, UK9 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Fantastic little venue tucked away through the busy streets of Thamel. Happened to be the first bar we went to during our staying in Kathmandu. It set the standard as we ended up going back to Sam’s bar due to the better atmosphere, great prices of drinks and all round lovely staff. A definite in Kathmandu if looking for a few drinks!
Written March 3, 2023
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kiran thapa
Kathmandu, Nepal1 contribution
Feb 2023 • Solo
Best place to have excellent drinks which will not hurt your wallet. Love the ambiance and staffs were very helpful. Highly recommended
Written February 28, 2023
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Susannah P
Tiverton, UK1,797 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
Meet up with friends here for pre dinner drinks.

Great location, good drinks, great atmosphere.

Will certainly return.
Written November 13, 2022
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Brian
Dublin, Ireland10 contributions
Oct 2022
A proper pub. Great atmosphere, great staff and the warmest of welcomes from Vee. A must visit location to relax with good beers and to meet and speak with fellow travellers. Enjoy.
Written October 31, 2022
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Ian
Dubai, United Arab Emirates5 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
Great little bar in Thamel. Chilled laid back feel with reasonably priced drinks. Friendly staff and decent drinks menu
Written July 12, 2022
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Umesh P
9 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
Great place to vibe and have a beer with friends. The wahsroom could be more cleaner and there could be more snacks. Everything else was great
Written May 5, 2022
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shaggyd0g1
Glencoe, UK430 contributions
Apr 2022 • Solo
Nice. Good atmosphere. Attentive friendly staff. Nice beer (could use more local beers). Strange lack of WiFi. Only food - flavourless popcorn. Nuts or crisps better! Trades on its reputation but could do a bit better.
Written April 30, 2022
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AMAR S
13 contributions
Dec 2021 • Friends
Great embance. I love this place . Owner manage this place very uniquely . I like the style of this bar friendly staff chill out place good music
Written March 11, 2022
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Adriatik Gacaferi
Decan, Kosovo22 contributions
Nov 2021 • Solo
Very nice vibe and environment, very hospitality staff, cheapest beers in Thamel, for me the best bar in the world. Just amazing.
Written December 22, 2021
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