New Nepalese spot Kathi Klub opens on the Hill

Driving the news: Kathi Klub opened late last year at 1320 College Ave., in the two-story space formerly home to Illegal Pete's.

Reality check: If you're looking for a traditional Nepalese sit-down experience, this isn't that.

• The menu is delivery and take-out friendly, perfect for students on the Hill coming off a late night of ... studying.

Dig in: The menu offers Nepalese staples and comfort food.

• Traditional options include momo, roti wraps and rice bowls with lamb, chicken or tofu.
• Yes, and: You'll also find quesadillas, chicken wings and pork belly tacos.

My thought bubble: I went with the momo and the lamb fries — one classic, one from the "dump a bunch of good stuff on fries" category.

• Both were excellent.

If you go: Open Monday-Thursday 11am-11pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-midnight, and Sunday 11am-9pm.

The bottom line: Spots like this — built for students, locals and visitors alike — will be key as the Hill tries to smooth out the boom-and-bust rhythm.

• With two new hotels, the Hill is betting it can evolve beyond a largely seasonal crowd.