YOU NEED TO CHECK THIS OUT! I have lived in SW Colorado for many years now and I never knew about this fabulous restaurant in Durango. We have been there a couple times now. Downtown on Main St. Their food is just amazing. The staff is very friendly and pleasing. Pictures on the walls of their Homeland are so interesting. We will always be going back to the Himalayan Kitchen. read more

What a beautiful restaurant on main. The front of the restaurant has windows to watch the activity on main while enjoying a delicious meal. The service was fast and friendly. read more

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I really wanted to like this place. We chose it for our date night in Durango and were so excited to try the Yak Stew. We also got the Sherpa Stew. It was busy when we got there, so we ordered beer with some papadam to take the edge off our hunger. Unfortunately, it took 40 minutes to get our meals, which was after two tables who were sat after us got their food...and finished it! There was no checking on us, explanation for the long wait, nothing. My husband finally had to get our server to look into it, and we then got our dishes in a few minutes. Even though the food was good our experience was ruined. A shame, but I can't say I would go back or recommend. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Sherpa Stew in foreground, Yak Stew in background. - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

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We were in Durango for the afternoon and decided to try the Himalayan Kitchen for lunch. We've had Nepalese food previously and enjoyed it. Our service was good. We were seated immediately, orders taken promptly, checked in on, and bill brought and picked up in a timely fashion. The restaurant was clean and the ambiance inviting. The meal began well. We started with samosas and garlic naan. I thought the flavors and textures of both of these were excellent. Things went downhill with our entrees. I saw yak on the menu and had to order that. My partner had salmon. My first couple of bites of yak were super tender. The rest were chewy and unpleasant. But the real issue was how bland it was. Where were those secret spices? My partner felt the same about his salmon. Incredibly bland. Where was the flavor? Did they forget the salt? The spices? We both left pretty disappointed. read more

AMAZING food. We ordered takeout. we tried the Sherpa Stew - a thick and rich stew with a wonderful assortment of meats, and vegetables. this was one of the hardiest stews i have ever had. we also had Indian dishes which were prepared to order and were spot on. I tried the yak meatballs which were in a slightly sweet sauce - really nice flavor. This is a highly recommend spot! read more

I knew from the instant I stepped in the door Id found the right spot: This place smells INCREDIBLE! It set a super high bar that the food followed through on. The Sankhuwa Machha was simply amazing. I highly recommend the salmon. We came back the next night and I had the yak meatballs that may have changed my life. They also have an excellent craft beer selection which I very much appreciated. You can't go wrong, and the wait staff does an excellent job of helping you navigate the menu. read more

The best Himalayan meal in ages. Spacious dining, peaceful, great food . My delicious vegetarian lunch was only 16 dollars! Attentive service . Best food I've had in Durango. Update, dinner rocks too. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Daal Bhat Vegetarian - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

Cold weather and spicy food are a perfect match. We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experiences here during our stay in Durango, visiting both evenings. The biryani, naan, curries, and grill platter were all exceptional. The service was also prompt and friendly. read more

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First time here. I was with a group, and had to order quickly. I saw the Lunch Combo (Non-Vegetarian) option so I ordered that. On the menu it is called the non-vegetarian option, but when I said that, the waiter paused, then asked me if I wanted the chicken combo. I thought that was pretty funny. I said yes and was amazed at how much food I received for a lunch option. It was absolutely delicious. I will be going here again. so much more food to try. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Lunch combo (Non-Vegetarian) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

Lovely restaurant and lovely meal! We arrived a little after opening on a Wednesday evening and were immediately shown to a corner table by the window. The restaurant was bright and clean with a full bar near the middle. Our server answered all of our questions, and our food came to the table quickly. My cousin and I each ordered the Himalayan Special Chow-Chow from the specialties menu. We both loved it--it was loaded with chicken, vegetables and just-right noodles. Our servings were so big we could have easily shared one order. She also ordered their secret recipe house iced tea, and loved that, too. I got a glass of reasonably-priced house chardonnay that went well with our noodles. At the Durango Welcome Center, you can find a 50% off coupon and a 10% coupon for their lunch buffet. We took advantage of the 50% coupon, but the prices were reasonable, even without it. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Chow chow special - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

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My son found this place when we visited and his mission was to find a dinner spot. Wow! It was freaking delicious. I have to admit that my son is more adventurous in eating than I, but what a winner he found! read more

Nice place for Himalayan/Indian food. They have a private room for large groups. Friendly staff to make sure all guests dietary needs are covered! read more

I have been here twice while passing through. I had been great every time. We will visiting Durango, for a longer visit, in a few weeks. We will be visiting this place for sure. Probably twice. Pretty excited.. read more

Waited over an hour for food, staff wasn't respectful, didn't try to make up for the mistakes

Great food and very friendly staff. We love eating there. They play Indian music and the decor is very cool

Came here with my husband on a Tuesday night around 6:15pm, and they were packed. We waited about 20 minutes for a table. In general, I felt like the service was a little slow. However, our server and the bussers were nice. I started with a hot mug of chai, which was perfect on a cold evening. Not to sweet, which I liked. For food, I got the Aloo Gobi Tarkari from the vegan selection. There were 3 vegan, and 3 vegetarian options. This dish was made with cauliflower and potatoes, in a mild sauce, served over white rice. I liked this dish, but not my favorite thing I've ever had. Next time I would try the saag paneer or Annapurna tofu. My husband got one of the specials, which came with chicken, lamb, and shrimp served over onions. He liked it a lot, since he is a carnivore at heart. We also got a side of garlic naan to split. There was some anise seeds in the naan, which I wasn't used to, and wasn't exactly my taste. For the price, I thought the portions were on the small side. Overall, I would come here again and try another dish. read more

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We ordered the Vegetable Korma and Aloo Gobi Tarkari for lunch. Not very impressed. We know what good Himalyan and Indian food tastes like. Vegetable Korma was the most bland dish; no unique flavor. It had an okay array of vegetables and was not nutty, despite the warning. Overall boring and somewhat tasteless. Aloo Gobi Tarkari had decent flavor, a little spicy, interesting flavor overall. But it was ruined by salt. Too salty. People who already eat lots of salt may not notice or care. Potato was virtually non-existent. Just cauliflower and sauce. Will not go back and spend my money their again. read more

Food review for Himalayan kitchen By Vincent Camire (age 11) Himalayan kitchen is probably one of my favorite restaurants in Durango. It serves extremely homey food and it is fun to eat there. They make some of the best chicken I've ever had and the sauce for their saag is delicious especially when you put it on the buttered naan. Another thing I recommend getting is the Mixed grill platter. It has everything that you want to get at this restaurant, including the delicious chicken and lamb. There is nothing bad to say about this restaurant. For dessert I recommend getting a mango lassi. Himalayan kitchen has that homey mountain feeling that all of us love about Colorado. I haven't been able to fully explore the menu of Himalayan kitchen, but I want to because the food is delicious and I hope you go there and support their business, because it's some of the best food that I've had really ever. The service is also fantastic! read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Restaurant at opening - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

good flavorful indian food. good service. not much else to say. i would eat here again next time I visit Durango.

We have eaten here several times, having different items each time. Everything we have tried is delicious & fairly priced. The staff is attentive and friendly. This is one of our favorite places to eat in La Plata county. read more

Excelente food! This was last on my list of places to eat...I reluctantly followed my wife and was pleasantly surprised. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Lamb curry - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

I thoroughly enjoyed the combo lunch special and the ambience. Service was expedient.

We have eaten here twice. Everything we have ever had has been amazingly flavorful. The menu is very large and there's so much to choose from. The portions are generous. The wait staff is incredibly sweet and friendly Cannot recommend this place enough! read more

Absolutely delicious, cant't go wrong with anything and excellent service. Everyone is extremely helpful and nice. Give. Them. Your. Money. You won't be disappointed. read more

Consistently excellent food, great service and amazing ambience. Their dishes are on the large side and relatively inexpensive. Drinks have free refills and it's always a lot of fun to visit read more

Amazing service, amazing food! The curry was to die for, we got a shrimp and rice dish as well. I recommend getting a few dishes and sharing! Would love to go back! read more

The food was SO delicious. The sherpa stew is a must have. We've never had it before and were absolutely astounded by how flavorful and wholesome it was. Yes there was a wait but it was worth it. We paired it with a spicy tofu dish which made a great combo. An epic dining experience. read more

Absolute favorite spot in Durango. Anytime we come from phoenix we eat here as much as we can. The food is delicious! If your not sure what to get here are some fantastic options: starters: mo-mo, papadam. Entrees: mixed grill platter, Tikka Masala, Korma. Always add a side of Naan bread. The flavor of spices they use are delicious. Never a disappointment. read more

Loved the black molk tea, lamb saag, nepal baat. Awsome meal. Service was also spot on.

Himalayan Kitchen was recommended to us by a local artist at 9318 Collective, in Silverton, and it was a terrific recommendation! The food was absolutely fantastic! We ordered the mo-mo and Yaksha Thenthuk as starters and they were delicious. The dipping sauce that was paired with the mo-mo was packed with yummy spices. It was our first time trying yak meat and we weren't disappointed. This authentic Tibetan dish was savory and flavorful! It was reminiscent of a pot roast. For dinner, we ordered lamb tikka masala. It was a great ending to a perfect meal. Well balanced and filling. The service was phenomenal! The restaurant was packed, and the host was able to find the perfect table for us. We were enamored by the decor and the history it told of this family's journey. We would highly recommend the Himalayan Kitchen, and supporting the extraordinary work they do in the world! read more

I've been here twice while traveling to Durango and I've had very good experiences both times. I appreciate the variety dishes, particularly the vegan and vegetarian options. They also have a fun selection of beverages, including teas, lassis, cocktails, wine and beer. I am obsessed with their house made chai latte. The second time I returned it was almost exclusively because of the chai. The food is very good and the service is prompt. The staff is friendly and made sure my water glass was always full. I would not say the inside is upscale or fancy, but it is comfortable and welcoming. I'm looking forward to bringing my husband next time he's in town with me as well! read more

Great meal of Sherpa stew and Korma. One of my favorite places to eat in Durango. Prices are reasonable as well.

Enjoyed trying some Nepalese food like the Yak stew (Yaksha Thenthuk) and the Chow-Chow. The stew was good; the meat was a little tough but good. Nice atmosphere and good service. Definitely get the bread, couldn't stop eating it. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

I ordered the chicken lunch special. They have only 2 a vegetarian option and chicken both are $15. Great flavor will be back. 4 stars for music a bit loud. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Chicken lunch special - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

For people looking for Asian Indian/Nepalese food, a big restaurant with flavor full food and good service . We took dumplings, chicken Nepalese Sekuwa- super juicy and tender chicken pieces with flavor full mint chutney! Garlic Naan was soft, Saag Paneer. Daal soup and rice for something light for mom ! Chow noodles were fun different with gingery sauce ! They should make Naan chicken wraps ! read more

Sumptuous. We did not have high expectations for South Asian/Asian cuisine in Durango coming from Houston, but this place is so good we may have to come back just to eat here again. The Annapurna shrimp is a unique, spicy dry dish. We ate all the shrimp but still saved the remaining sauce to eat at home with rice. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - 1st page of menu which is also conveniently on the table under the table top glass - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

Good but I do feel like the korma dish could of had a little more curry in it with the chicken... didn't really fill me up since there was not a lot of base and my picture shows that. The chow chow was a nice portion though. Kinda feel like maybe I didn't get my moneys worth. Garlic naan didn't taste like garlic very much but was good to dip it in our dish. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Korma, chow chow (top) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Durango, Colorado

We hosted a groom's dinner here for 12 adults and 5 children. It was a fantastic dinner and experience! Jan (sorry if I misspelled this; he is the nephew and was fantastic as our main contact). We started with drinks and appetizers. I had the Himalayan Sunset. It was so good--mango and bourbon. Others had the the spiced wine, the Himalayan Mojito, or a beer--they were all good and fun! Kids had the mango lassi which was good but too sweet to drink the whole glass. For appetizers we passed around several--the momos, samosas, cucumber salad, papadum, and a chicken dish not on the menu which was recommended by Jan and it turned out to be most of our favorite appetizer. Why isn't it on the menu? Please tell us the name so we can order it next time we're there! We ordered the two yak dishes to pass around and share. We all preferred the meatballs but if you really want to taste the yak then the stew is it although it's not as flavorful. Most of us had the Sankhuwa Machha, Tikka Masala, or the Mixed Grill Platter, all were excellent. And of course, naan (there are several types). We all shared with each other so we got to try many dishes. So fun!! The staff (especially Jan) went out of their way to accommodate our group. There were lots of diners in the main part and yet we were accommodated in every way possible. Everyone in our party was impressed and had a great experience. I highly recommend Himalayan Restaurant, especially if you want to have a memorable experience or have a large group to feed. Thanks so much, we will be back! read more

Was expecting more but this ended up to be an average experience. The food was pretty bland. I have never had bhat before but from the description it sounded very flavorful, unfortunately it was not. Naan and samosas were good but I have had better. The raita was very thin and had an odd taste to it. I would be tempted to try different dishes in the future, but there are a lot more stand out restaurants in Durango that are a better bet to visit. read more

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Service was great - a little slow picking up our check. I got a Chai Brandy cocktail, it was a new flavor combination for me and I liked it. I don't know if I would do it again though, next time I will try the Chai Martini. The daal had great flavor - not as many lentils as I am used to but like I said before, the flavor was there. There was not much naan that came with the order which was disappointing. Unfortunately, I did not love the chicken tikka masala. It tasted like tomato soup with garam masala and a dash of other Indian spices. read more