Tsampa

If you've been to Tibet, you know that much Tibetan restaurant food tends to be bland. But that's the case with Tsampa, which features natural and organic ingredients, prepared with much attention and served with flair. Dishes are a fusion of Tibetan and other Asian cookery, and the dining room is pleasant, tranquil, and quiet. Service is attentive, and the staff is always happy to explain various dishes. Tsampa is one of the East Village's best-kept secrets.