Introduction
The Restaurant and Bar Association Nepal (REBAN) is a non-profit organization established in 1990 AD (BS 2047) by the founding president, Shyam Sundar Lal Kakshapati, along with nine members in Kathmandu. REBAN supports the growth of the hospitality industry by advocating for favorable policies, providing resources and training, and fostering collaboration and innovation.
Overview
- Name: Restaurant and Bar Association Nepal (REBAN)
- Founded: 1990
- Central Office: Kathmandu, Nepal
Founder Committee and Members
- President: Mr. Shyam Sunder Lal Kakshapati (Nanglo Pvt. Ltd.)
- Vice President: Mr. Chet Narayan Kharel (Ghumtee Restaurant)
- General Secretary: Mr. Sagar Man Shrestha (La Dolce Vita Restaurant)
- Treasurer: Mr. Ganesh Bahadur Pandey (Jony Gorkha Restaurant)
- Joint Secretary: Mr. Chandan Das Shrestha (Paradise Restaurant)
Mission
REBAN plays a crucial role in enhancing professionalism and sustainability in the restaurant and bar industry. It advocates for policies at both local and national levels, provides training and workshops to meet international standards, and works toward recognizing REBAN as an industry under Nepal Tourism Board.
Objectives
REBAN aims to expand nationwide, promoting and bolstering the restaurant and bar industry across Nepal's seven provinces and 77 districts.
Ongoing and Future Projects
REBAN organizes training programs, staff health checks, and orientation sessions on food safety, tax regulations, and labor laws. It also plans to open branches in Biratnagar, Butwal, Surkhet, and Dharan.
Current Executive Committee
- President: Mr. Sangharsa Bista (Nepali Chulo Restaurant & Bar)
- Vice President: Mr. Naresh Dhwaj Shrestha (Bhoe Chhen Restaurant)
- General Secretary: Mr. Sharad Kumar Dahal (Pipal Bot Cafe)
Member Restaurants in Kathmandu and Lalitpur
- Avocado Café
- Baan Thai Restaurant
- Belle Momo Nepal (Opium)
- Bhoe Chhen Restaurant
- Bhoj Ghar Restaurant
- Black Pepper Café
- Cafe De Patan