Garden cafeShechen MonasteryBoudha, Kathmandu
A quietcup insideShechen.
A garden cafe in the grounds of Shechen Monastery, a short walk from Boudhanath Stupa. Espresso, Nepali tea, fresh juice and bakes from the case, under tall trees and a glass roof.
- Open daily
- 8 AM – 8 PM
- Coffee from
- Rs 120
- Google · 134
- 4.5 ★
Dusk on the terrace
- Open every day 8 AM – 8 PM
- Inside Shechen Monastery
- Espresso Rs 120
- Breakfast 8:30 – 11:30
- Order at the counter
- 4.5 on Google
- Fresh juice · lassi · bubble tea
01The place
Under glass, between the trees
Ugyen Cafe sits in the grounds of Shechen Monastery, a short walk from Boudhanath Stupa but out of its traffic. People come to read, work, meet a friend, or sit for an hour after walking through the monastery.
01The terrace
Long wooden tables, woven lanterns and string lights under a glass roof. Shade by day, warm light after dark.
02Floor seating
Low tables and woven cushions on jute rugs, around a tree trunk wrapped in ivy that grows up through the roof.
03Indoors
Green sofas, framed photographs and shelves of books, in an air-conditioned room.
Order at the counter
There is no table service. Order and pay inside, then take any seat.
Books on the shelves
Pick one up and stay a while. Guests often spend an hour or two.
Board games
Traditional games too, including Baghchal, the Nepali game of tigers and goats.
Vegan options
The cafe serves vegan options, and any coffee can be made with soy milk for Rs 130 extra.
03Guests
An oasis, they say
from 134 reviews
“An oasis in the hectic, touristy surroundings. The monastery next door was my destination, but I ended up staying here.”
“A haven of peace that I am grateful to be able to call my office. After this, working in a normal office is going to be very, very hard”
“The apple pie is the best in Kathmandu, perhaps all of Nepal”
“A cozy café with an idyllic, shady terrace in the very quiet and relaxed surroundings of Schechen Monastery. A small but delicious selection of cakes and pastries. Extensive coffee and tea menu.”
“You can experience calmness and away from the city vibes, no noise of vehicle, just birds chirping”
“… a peaceful place to read even work for few hours. … the best espresso Affogato ever”
“All the experience was wonderful, from walking through the monastery to finish having an excellent coffee in this beautiful and cozy place.”
“Perfect for getting some work done, reading a book, or just having a quiet solo date. … the kiwi refresher is definitely a must-try here!”
Around the cafe
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04Visit
Find us inside Shechen
Walk to Shechen Monastery, a short walk from Boudhanath Stupa; the cafe is in the monastery grounds. Guests say it is not easy to find, so open the map before you set off, or ask for Shechen Gumba.
- Hours
Every day, 8 AM – 8 PM
Breakfast 8:30 – 11:30 AM
- Address
Inside Shechen Monastery
Boudha, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Plus code P9F6+953
- Phone
- 974 590 2433
- @ugyen_cafe
