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Himalaya Restaurant
Himalayan Restaurant, Indian Restaurant, and Pakistani Restaurant$$$$
Houston
The experts at Eater and Houston Press recommend this place
"The Chicken Hara Masala's verdant brightness hints at a keen-edged..."(4 Tips)
"Love their Tandoori Chicken , Chicken Tikka Marsala & Biryani Lamb."(12 Tips)
"The gola kabab is excellent!"(3 Tips)
"The Paneer Hara Masala is the best of its kind I've ever had."(2 Tips)
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Alex AlamJanuary 30, 2017I could go vegetarian for the Saag Paneer here, but then I'd miss the lamb. If you're in Houston and want Indian food, disregard the rating - just go here and trust that it will be incredible.
EaterApril 18, 2013Himalaya is a favorite among Houston chefs because it's the best, most consistent Indian restaurant in a city that offers some seriously delicious Indian food.
Scott RocherMarch 1, 2015If you're in the mood for meat, try the Grill Platter to sample the best of the best.
Houston PressAugust 4, 2014Himalaya Restaurant & Catering is a Hillcroft hole-in-the-wall with exotic meat dishes and Pakistani cheeseburgers at reasonable prices. Read more
Don't come here expecting good service. There's one waiter and we like to call him Mr. Personality! Food is delicious, authentic Pakistani food. Go with the chicken hara masala and the gola Kabab.
Perfect meal: Hara Masala (paneer or chicken), Chicken boti kabab, Rocket naan, Raita, and add the biryani if you're really hungry
John RowleyAugust 6, 2014Excellent Pakistani/Indian restaurant, one of the best in Houston. The goat biryani is superb as are the lamb samosas- Houston ChronicleAugust 3, 2014Don't miss: Chicken or Paneer Hara Masala; sag paneer; dal fry; hunter's beef with Magic Mustard sauce; garlic naan, paratha. Read more
- super personJanuary 6, 2013Better to go down to London sizzler right next door for the best Indian food , great service, great ambiance and honest owner and staff.
- EaterOctober 5, 2011It's a dive, but it's got great, flavorful Pakistani and Indian food that some of Houston's best chefs love to eat. [Eater 38 Member]
- Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014The goat biryani has a lightness of texture that's the perfect foil for a riot of dusky spice and fall-off-the-bone meat. Read more
JagadeeshSeptember 21, 2018Excellent enjoyed my dinner with real indian cuisine taste good I have ordered BBQ platter
JennJanuary 21, 2012The Indo-Pakistani dishes burst with spice, flavor, and comforting textures. I have had a lot of Indian food around the country, but nothing else quite so good.- Houston PressOctober 10, 20122012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Pakistani Restaurant.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:
Marta PriegoDecember 13, 2016Best place in town to eat authentic Indian meals, BYOB is a plus! Affordable!
Christine HaMarch 1, 2016Solid dishes but service can be slow when busy. Goat biryani, chicken masala, garlic naan. BYOB.
FuzrDecember 4, 2013Always get the lunch special. Old school lunch tray with his best daily creations.
Dominic SmithDecember 31, 2015Biryani and rocket naan are a hit. Lots of comments on the quality of the service but the guys were fine when I went here.- Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014The Chicken Hara Masala's verdant brightness hints at a keen-edged freshness even if it doesn't warn you of the impending bloom of heat. Read more
- Yasir QureshiAugust 22, 2013The owner is a cheater, charges more than what u order by adding gratuity of 15% even on the party of 2. I heard about this from other people but experienced it myself when I recently paid a visit.
Allen ArcadeJuly 30, 2010Get the lunch combo special for around $10. A few meats, rice, dessert, and plenty of bread. Come if you like spicy Indian food!
The most amazing Indian food place in Houston!
- Love their Tandoori Chicken , Chicken Tikka Marsala & Biryani Lamb.
Jackie LuoMarch 4, 2012Try the dal fry and tandoori chicken. Always amazing. And their naan is great!
Sibz PetrNovember 24, 2012Hangs up on u wen u call to place order before askin pickup time n then gets mad at u wen u come in late. Tells u He lost money leavin order outside fr over an hour. Next time ask or don't hang up
Amazing food! Can't believe I've never been here before! Will be back!
Alain HarveyJune 7, 2011Repeat offender made the local news again! Rodent droppings, etc. Health Dept. report 2/12/14.
- Sibz PetrNovember 24, 2012Douchebag owner plays games refusing to accept credit card and wants cash instead for $21 becoz he decided to assume u wud come in immediately after placing an order without askin n hangin up on u.
Food is excellent, but service is insulting. Not just the lack of smiles and unwelcoming staff, it's the attitude, "rules", and delays. People put up with it so they treat customers like garbage.
Hector AldapeJanuary 23, 2013You HAVE to tip the "waiters" who do absolutely nothing for you...why? If not the big guy behind the register will catch you before you exit and demand it.. Such a bully. Thumbs down!
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014Justin Yu, chef of Oxheart, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Chicken hara masala. Read more
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- Tue–Thu
- 11:30 AM–10:30 PM
- Fri–Sun
- 11:30 AM–11:30 PM
(713) 532-2837
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