Remember Tulachan Thakali, the buzzing Thakali haven in Hetauda?
It still has that familiar warmth, like an old friend, but something feels dimmer. The pulao whispers dryness, the dishes lack their once-vibrant hum. It's still got charm, mind you, the thukpa sings with tender whispers, and the staff smiles like you're family. But it's like that friend who needs a nudge, a reminder of their shine.
For Thakali veterans, it's a nostalgic hug, a touch of yesterday. But newcomers might find the tune a bit muted. Still, there's a spark, a hope that Tulachan Thakali can find its melody again. Let's hope, Hetauda needs its culinary gem to rediscover its sparkle.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
Rs 1,000–1,500
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 3
The food is excellent. Loved it. The staff are very friendly. A good vibe restaurant. The atmosphere is very relaxing. It has an open kitchen. They offer a variety of dishes. Very near to the main road. Has ample parking area. You will love this place. Just don't think of this as your typical momo and chowmein restaurant. This is not the place for such kind of dishes. Pure thakali. Visit this place and I am sure you will love it.
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
For authentic Nepali thali, if your are in Hetauda, this is a must place to visit. They have a variety of food as well.
The rai saag was the highlight for me. Enjoyed the fish thali
The thali gives you and option with unlimited sides and rice.
The place can get busy at times but the service is great.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
Rs 500–1,000
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 3
Recommended dishes
Fried Rice and Gravy
Best restaurant for Nepalese Thakali Khana (meal) in Hetauda. It is usually crowded during meal time. It serves Vegetarian meals including rice, black lentils, green leafs, pickles, seasonal vegetables, local ghee and curd. It also serves chicken and mutton for non vegetarians. They serve a full meal (thali system) with a fixed (flat) charge. The taste of food items are satisfactory. The approach road is narrow and parking is not sufficient. Staff are helpful and cooperative.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
The food here is delicious. This place looks like one of the best places to eat in this area. If you are also looking for a place to eat, this place may be suitable for you. I recommend to all of you for tired food.
Our fourth Thakali lunch during our travel between Kathmandu and Jhapa. I would rate four among the four Thakali lunches we had during this travel period. Service was mediocre, place was tidy and spacious. Staff and service was average. Road side car parking is recommended at your own risk, as restaurant doesn't have enough car parking space.
Once one of the best destination for lunch in Hetauda. I may experienced the quality at Tulachan declined alot in past year or more. Paying the amount stated in that menu, customer's expects great food with great service which was the identity of this place. But I didn't find any of it the last time I visited there.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
Rs 500–1,000
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
The place is a lil bit difficult to locate .
The atmosphere there is good. It is calm and peaceful. The food that they serve is good in taste and nice. The range of food that they offer is limited to nepali foods. The best food they serve is thakali khana set which is a full meal.
The rates are pretty much okay and genuine. The staff are friendly in nature and supportive. The cleanliness is also maintained. If you are in hetauda and looking for a good place to satisfy your hunger , tulachan is a good place to go.
Food: 4
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Tulachan Thakali, please excuse me, but I suppose you need to drastically change and improve your cuisine & cooking style. All the best !
Food: 2
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
