Day 38 of eating at 100 Asian restaurants in Maryland, and today we’re at a serious gem tucked inside The Common Kitchen in Clarksville, Momo Hub. If you haven’t had their momos yet, run, don’t walk! These are Nepalese dumplings done right, from a Nepali couple who started the spot back in 2022 as a passion project.
The Common Kitchen’s a food hall with a bunch of great vendors, so there’s plenty to graze on, but Momo Hub’s the reason I’m telling you to go. We got the Chicken Chilly Momo and the Vegetable Jhol Momo, and the jhol especially delivers in that hits-the-spot way, basically eating like a cozy dumpling soup. Here’s everything we got, and why this stall’s worth the trip to Clarksville.
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What Makes Momo Hub a Standout Nepalese Spot in Clarksville
Momo Hub started in 2022 as a passion project from Nepali couple Subash and June Khatiwada, and it’s one of my favorite stalls at The Common Kitchen. What makes it stand out is the sheer range of momos. Beyond the classics, they run wild with options like fried mango habanero, keto, BBQ, and even a cheesy pizza momo, so there’s something for basically everyone!
All of their meat is halal, and they keep solid vegan options on the menu too, which makes it an easy group pick. And because it lives inside a food hall, you can grab momos while your crew orders from other vendors and still sit together. It’s the kind of hidden gem that rewards a little adventuring.
What to Order at Momo Hub
Momos are the whole point here, so let’s talk dumplings. Here’s what we ordered and how I’d eat it.
Chicken Chilly Momo ($15.99)
These are steamed dumplings tossed in a super yum chilli sauce with veggies, and they lean Indo-Chinese, so expect real heat, lol. It’s saucy and fiery, and consider yourself warned, this one packs a punch! If you love a spicy dumpling, order it.
Vegetable Jhol Momo ($13.49)
Jhol means gravy or broth, and that’s exactly how this one eats, more like a dumpling soup than a dry momo. I like to dip the momos and then spoon the extra sauce right over them. The broth’s aromatic and extremely comforting, the kind of thing you want on a cold winter day. Since it’s the vegetable version, it’s an easy vegetarian pick too. If you’ve never had jhol momo before, this is where I’d tell you to start.
They’ve got a huge lineup beyond these two, so if you’re a momo person, it’s worth working through the menu:
- Steamed momo (the classic starting point)
- Fried momo
- Chilly momo in a few different proteins
- Jhol momo (the soupy one)
- Wildcards like fried mango habanero, BBQ, keto, and cheesy pizza momo
And if you’re chasing dumplings around Howard County, NanXiang Express in Ellicott City is my pick for soup dumplings nearby.
What Are Momos, and What Makes Jhol Momo Special?
If momos are new to you, they’re dumplings of Nepali and Tibetan origin, traditionally steamed and stuffed with meat or veggies, then served with a spiced dipping sauce called achaar. They go way back in the Kathmandu Valley and are a genuine comfort food across Nepal. Jhol momo is the soupy cousin: instead of a dry dip on the side, the dumplings sit in a thin, spiced sesame-and-tomato broth, so you get sauce in every spoonful. Chilly momo, on the other hand, is the Indo-Chinese take, dumplings tossed in a bold chilli sauce with veggies. Same dumpling, three totally different vibes, which is exactly why Momo Hub’s menu is so fun to explore.
The Vibe and Experience
Since Momo Hub lives inside The Common Kitchen, the vibe is casual food-hall energy: order at the stall, grab a seat at the shared tables, and dig in. It’s low-key and easy, great for a laid-back lunch, a family outing, or a group where everyone wants something different (one person can grab momos while another hits the taco or shawarma vendor a few steps away). There’s outdoor seating too if the weather’s nice. It’s the kind of spot that’s genuinely fun to bring people to.
Good to Know
- Location: 📍 12250 Clarksville Pike, Suite A, Clarksville, MD, inside The Common Kitchen food hall
- Hours: Mon 12 to 8pm, Sun and Tues to Thurs 11am to 8pm, Fri and Sat 11am to 8:30pm
- Cuisine: Nepalese and Himalayan, with an Indo-Chinese twist on the chilly momo
- Price: budget-friendly, momo dishes around $13 to $16
- All meat is halal; vegan and vegetarian options available
- Dine-in and takeout, plus catering; order and see the full menu on their website
- Free parking behind the building
- Second location inside Commas Food Hall in Silver Spring, if that’s closer for you
- Great for: groups, spice lovers, and anyone new to Nepalese food
Would I Go Back to Momo Hub?
Yes, and there’s plenty more on that momo menu worth coming back for. For Nepalese dumplings at these prices, with halal meat and legit vegan options, Momo Hub’s an easy recommend, and it earns its gem status in Clarksville. Whether you go for the fiery chilly momo or the cozy jhol, you’re in good hands. If you want more dumplings nearby, my roundup of the best dumplings in Maryland has a few more spots worth a trip.
Have you guys made it to Momo Hub yet, or do you have a go-to momo order I need to try? Let me know in the comments, Nomsters, and save this for your next Common Kitchen run.