MOMo
Lamb korma
Chicken curry
Gulab jamun
Lukshya ko masu (lamb)
Chana masala
Paneer Chilly
Shrimp saag
Himalayan salad
Vegetable korma
Chicken Tikka masala
Garlic naan
Mango lassi
Dining room
Everest Himalayan cuisine downtown of Encinitas 101 highway Enjoy outdoor dining !!
Best Nepalese Himalayan Restaurant in Encinitas downtown 101 highway
Everest Himalayan 101
Indoor Dine-in
Himalayan Cuisine downtown Encinitas 101
sushi and sashimi, interior
sushi and sashimi, interior
Interior
Everest Himalayan Cuisine front page menu
Himalayan Balti and Garlic Naan
Bobby Ray S.
Aug 26, 2024
I am not quite sure how I feel about the food. I mean the taste was actually good but just not what I was expecting. Of course, Nepali/Himalayan/Pahari food is not the same as Indian food. But because the dish names were the same as Indian I assumed it was the same. I say this because the Palak Paneer was not green like it usually is at Indian restaurants, and their Daal Tadka seemed more like Daal Makhani served at Indian restaurants. The other two people with me liked the food. I guess I am just used to more spice in my food Although the taste was good, it was definitely not spicy (we asked for Spice Level 5) and was more on the sweeter side. We picked the place because of its high ratings. Assuming people who eat a lot Nepali/Himalayan/Pahari food find it delectable. Will I be going back? Probably not. I have been one other Nepali/Himalayan/Pahari up in Los Angeles a few times and the food there was different. I cannot give this restaurant low ratings because the food was good. The service was fast (no customers at 530pm; they start coming in after 7pm), and the ambience was cozy and peaceful.My assumption is they serve authentic Nepali/Himalayan/Pahari food. Kudos to them for staying true to their culture... 5 stars given for that reason
Read MorePranjali S.
Jun 23, 2024
Overall, this is an ok place. The servers are nice but this restaurant is quite simple in ambiance, food, and the experience in general. We had called ahead to reserve a table for 6 but I think we would have gotten seated quickly even without the reservation. We ordered the Chicken Achari, Lamb Saag, Chilly Shrimp, Nawratan Korma, rotis, garlic cilantro naan, garlic herbal naan and a plain naan. First, the portions are quite small, so I would recommend getting more curries if you are a larger group and planning to share. The best of the lot was the Lamb Saag. The Saag was delicious and the lamb was not too chewy. The Chilly Shrimp was disappointing because the shrimp has not soaked in any of the chilly-veggi sauce and it felt like a tandoori dish rather than an entree. The Chicken Achari was ok but I would've liked a more flavored taste profile. The Nawratan Korma was very sweet, even for being Nawratan Korma. Among the breads, the garlic cilantro naan is the typical garlic naan and it was fluffy and buttery. I would've liked way more garlic than it had. The garlic herbal naan was actually very dry and thin, which took away from its herbal flavor. The plain naans and rotis were fine. We got a large pot of white rice for the table with the entrees, which we ultimately took home. The price tag on the meal was $100. I don't know that this meal flavor profile was really worth that much. I guess Encinitas means there is a certain price tag associated with even mediocre restaurants. All in all, we had a good experience as far as the staff and being able to spend time with friends over food, but the food itself could've been better.
Read MoreAtul S.
Jun 9, 2024
Went here for dinner one of the night during our vacation in Carlsbad. Not the best food that we had but people are nice here. Here are my takes:Food/Drinks: Food was decent. Not the most authentic. Especially the biryani was disappointing and over spicy even though we asked before ordering. However staff was ready to offer us other thing for the kid on the house, that we did not felt of taking though.Service: Order was taken quick and food was on table in no time as well. Not that they kept checking on us and we did has some delay while trying to get them to add something to order in the middle. Ambiance: It is comparatively a large restaurant and the inside decor is nice.Hygiene: While seating area was clean along with plates & cutleries but the toilet was pathetic. It was even blocked when I went. Certainly not for someone who only uses when clean. Price: Reasonably priced items and kudos to that.I would not go here every day but wouldn't mind being here on special occasions.
Read MoreElizabeth M.
Jul 30, 2024
I had an absolute blast in this restaurant ! The meal kicked off with a cozy bowl of lentil soup that was pure comfort. Then came the chicken momos, the fresh herbs with chicken which were little pockets of deliciousness that we couldn't get enough of. The chili chicken with rice spiced things up, giving us just the right amount of heat. Pairing it with the creamy paneer curry was a match made in foodie heaven! And the onion naan? Perfect for soaking up every last drop of goodness. The vibe was super cozy, and the waiters were friendly and attentive. If you're up for a tasty adventure, this place is a must visit
Read MoreTina C.
Feb 19, 2024
Weekend lunch here in sunny Encinitas was so satisfying! Thank you as always, Yelp friends, for the great recommendation.AMBIENCE (4/5)Spacious indoor and outdoor seating - both perfect in this beautiful weather!FOOD (4/5) The extensive menu offered many Nepalese, Indian, and Tibetan specialties, including crispy papad, several naans, achari chicken, tofu curry, chicken tikka masala, and three kinds of momo dumplings. Garlic Herbal Naan: an unexpected departure from our usual choice of regular garlic naan and liberally sprinkled with fenugreek, oregano, and other spices - YUM! - the naan arrived hot, fresh, and with a nice crisp. Chicken Momo: MUST GET! The 8 steamed chicken-cilantro momos were mouth-wateringly savory, filling yet light, and paired with a delightful orange dipping sauce.Lamb Tarkari: recommended by the proprietor, this smallish dish delivered on flavor! Tender (not gamey at all) chunks of lamb curried in tomato and herbs - you can bet I happily sopped every bit of the curry with naan and/or rice. Mango Lassi: did the trick!Chiya: very much enjoyed trying this Nepalese spiced black tea with milk. Floral, delicate, mild.Service (4/5)Super friendly and courteous!
Read MoreRobert C.
Jun 2, 2024
Yelp did NOT fail us. We tried this spot as it was listed with 4.8 stars. We had lamb momos, garlic naan, and butter chicken. Not a drop remained, when we were done. I would have given 5 stars but the butter chicken base was slightly sweeter than what I usually prefer. We still ate it all, but were wondering if it was more of a Nepalese influence versus and Indian influence. Unsure, but it was all still delicious!
Read MoreMichelle T.
Jul 26, 2024
Food is very delicious Friendly staff I ever met!!! Absolutely love them! They're the best!
Read MoreViviana S.
Oct 26, 2023
Food: The first time we went, we ordered the chicken tikka masala (which comes with basmati rice), chicken tikka, and garlic herbal naan. Both chicken dishes had dry chicken and lacked flavor. However, the second time around, we ordered the chicken tikka masala again (level 7 this time instead of 6), shrimp tandoori, and garlic cilantro naan. The chicken in the chicken tikka masala dish was much more tender and had the perfect level of spice. I wonder if they had an off day during our first time there as this place has consistently good reviews. Also, the shrimp tandoori had great flavor and came with a side of veggies. Both the garlic herbal naan and the garlic cilantro naan were soft and were delicious with the creamy masala although the flavor wasn't as strong.Service: We met the owner of the restaurant and he was so nice and attentive! Ambiance: There's seating outside or you can choose to dine inside if you want more of the cultural experience with music playing in the background and pictures on the walls.
Read MoreMarissa M.
Sep 22, 2023
This restaurant is very special to my fiancé and I. It served as our impromptu first date dinner and subsequently our anniversary date dinner a year later. So this place is special to me. Food and service is exceptional. Samosas, chicken tikka masala, garlic naan and lamb biriyani all great. Minus one star for the restroom. It has a toilet and urinal and the urinal is closest to the sink with no barrier like it does for the toilet. My only complaint thus, the minus one star. I'll still come back tho. It's very busy and does lots of take out.
Read Morenico c.
Sep 4, 2024
8.2/10. I think this place is great. Although not as good as Himalayan Kitchen, it's the second-best Indian spot in Encinitas
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