We had a wonderful Saturday dinner at Himalayan Curry & Grill in Lancaster. They were incredibly kind and accommodating, fitting us in with a last-minute reservation -- but I highly recommend booking at least a few days in advance. This is an intimate BYOB spot, and it was completely packed when we arrived. The atmosphere feels cozy and authentic -- the kind of place where you know care goes into both the food and the hospitality. We ordered the chickpeas, cauliflower, and a mango lassi. One thing we really appreciated: they asked us what spice level we preferred. My wife doesn't like spicy food, and they thoughtfully prepared everything mild for us without sacrificing flavor. The chickpeas were outstanding -- rich, well-seasoned, and deeply satisfying. The cauliflower wasn't quite to my personal taste, but it was well prepared. And the mango lassi? Absolutely amazing -- creamy, refreshing, and the perfect complement to the meal. Portions were generous, and the service was prompt and genuinely excellent throughout the evening. If you're in Lancaster and enjoy flavorful Himalayan and Indian cuisine in a cozy BYOB setting, this place is definitely worth a visit -- just plan ahead and make that reservation. read more

I wanted to try one of the Goat meat dishes so of course I came here. I forget which exact dish, but it had onions and peppers and a variety of spices. Got it medium hot. Came with a bowl of balsamic rice and the sauce that was with the Goat was absolutely amazing! Service excellent as always and the seating very homey and relaxing. I'll be back. read more

Himalayan Curry & Grill - Goat Kadai and balsamic rice - Indian Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Himalayan Curry and Grill is genuinely the best restaurant I have ever been to. The food is great, the atmosphere is cozy, and the staff is always nice! read more

Holidays aren't festive without a feast at Himalayan Curry & Grill. this charming restaurant in downtown Lancaster, PA, with its cozy seating makes a meal more about the complete dining experience than any single element. If the soothing quiet music doesn't set the tone, then the great service and delectable food will. Whether you like your curry mild, medium, spicy, or eye-wateringly, mouth-on-fire burning hot, you can have it as you like it. A wide-ranging menu with set pricing for each category makes it easy to see what might fit one's budget. Though prices have risen in recent years, a meal at Himalayan is still a bargain, given the ample quantities served, refills on rice, etc. At noon they offer an all-you-can-eat buffet, for those wanting to sample broadly, and you can order off the menu anytime. Can't go wrong no matter if you go with Indian or Nepalese dishes. I went with the Mis Mas Tarkari and garlic naan--yummy. Seating is limited, so get your reservation early for any evening meal. read more

Himalayan Curry & Grill - Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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The food, along with the service and atmosphere is excellent. We will be frequent customers.

A great restaurant on so many levels. The restaurant was decorated very nicely with an Indian/ Nepalese motif. We were initially greeted with genuine smiles and they continued the entire visit. The staff were attentive but not overbearing and they were very knowledgeable about the dishes. The menu choices were diverse and options were available for all tastes. Plant based options were plentiful and the chef was a master at combining spices to bring out the flavors of the food. We like spicy and we ordered medium and the waiter told us it may be a little hotter than we would expect and he was correct and it was excellent. So a tip if you are hot spice sensitive be aware when ordering. Our experience was awesome this will become a go to restaurant for us. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did. read more

The food was good. The service was excellent. The tables are very close together. I cannot be a fair judge of the Malai Kofta: the texture threw me. Instead I shared (pilfered from) my companion's Mustard salmon Curry which was divine. I loved the sauce and the fish was perfect. read more

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Located in downtown Lancaster serving up Nepalese and Indian food is Himalayan Curry & Grill. The high ratings across various review sites and top ranking among restaurants in Lancaster on TripAdvisor sealed the deal as this being our option for dinner. On weekends, make a reservation in advance as they are very popular and tend to get packed in their somewhat modestly sized dining area. Since it is a smaller space, it can get a bit loud, but not so much that you can't carry on a conversation. The staff are all incredibly friendly and do a great job of attending to guests. To drink, get the mango lassi, as it's served in a generous amount in a pilsner glass with wonderful yogurt and mango accents without being excessively sweet. It is served with ice which I thought would water it down, but chilled the drink perfectly. We started off with the vegetable and chicken pakoras. These were both incredibly fresh and flavorful. The vegetable pakoras were a different Nepali preparation distinct from typical North Indian styles, but we agreed they were tasty. For meals, we went with the chicken tikka masala off the Indian menu and the vegetable coconut curry off the Nepali menu. Both of these were incredibly fresh and flavorful, spiced just right, and prepared using high quality ingredients. The naan was prepared to perfection, and is served in generous portions (so big that we couldn't finish 2 orders of naan). The overall prices of the various menu items were very reasonable. While I don't have much experience in Nepalese cooking style and cuisine, this was a great dining experience in the heart of Lancaster. I'd definitely return and recommend Himalayan Curry & Grill to others. read more

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What a find! Great service and tasty tandoori in a nice setting. Byob. Will be back on my next trip to Lancaster.

Per usual knocked it out of the park. Went for a few takeout dishes, had the standard ctm for the kids, but got chicken moma, chicken korma, bhinda (so good), shrimp tandoori, chicken Naan, and a mango Lassi. Can't wait for the leftovers tomorrow to do it all again read more

I can't say enough about this restaurant. Unassuming ambiance. The hostess kindly seated my large party during the height of lunch buffet time after a short wait. The inside is remarkably quiet, and the decor is lovely. The buffet is pretty straightforward. $12/person. Take a plate and serve what you will eat. The most delectable chicken tikka, freshly replenished at lunch rush, over basmati rice with incredible palaak paneer. Veggies so delicately fried that it was crispy but not rancid, something I didn't even think was possible - and somehow the flavors of the fresh veggies not lost. Then, the fresh bread - the buttery hot soft and ever so perfectly charred bread to dip in the leftover sauces on your plate - Just wow. Ended the meal with the perfect amount of cold rice pudding - a light touch with floral notes of maybe clove? The servers were kind and friendly, the food was incredible. The price was unbeatable. The restaurant and bathrooms were clean. Wonderful experience! read more

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The food was decent, but the experience felt a bit hurried by the staff. It's a cozy little spot that's both clean and welcoming, making it a pleasant place to grab a bite. read more

This was the first time I've eaten at a Nepalese restaurant, so while I was quite pleased with the flavor and spices of the Vegetable Pakota and Lamb Vindaloo, I have little to compare it to. The service was attentive and respectful, but not intrusive. The atmosphere was very near ideal. It was clean and quite when I entered. My reservation was for 5pm, just as the place opened, but as the evening wore on it became more lively and energetic. It is a small place, so perfect for a casual dinner, but too full and crowded for an intimate occasion. read more

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Always a great time at Himalayan Grill and so happy that they reopened their indoor dining! If you get a chance, make a reservation to eat out at this restaurant. The restaurant is great for a date night (because it's romantic and ambient) or a get together with friends and family. Located on Orange Street, it's within walkable distance to the center where the Marriott Hotel is. Highly recommend ! read more

Himalayan Curry & Grill - Vegetable Samosa - Indian Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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I can't say enough about this restaurant. It's the best Indian food in Lancaster. Friendly and efficient service and nice ambiance. Reservations are highly recommended because they always seem busy. read more

Small restaurant in downtown Lancaster , tables are very close together given the limited space and the place is clean and has attentive staff. I tried the buffet on Monday nights which was quite disappointing, it doesn't reflect real Nepalese food. Most options at the buffet were very bland and lacked any spices or depth, not sure if this was to produce bigger quantities or to attract more non foreigners but overall the food was just disappointing and it was pretty limited options. Most of the curries were watery and didn't taste flavorful, the rice pudding was also mediocre. Service was great , they are very attentive and quickly brought me my check after my second plate , maybe it was a sign. The place is so tight that you are inches away from the table next to you and you can not move around the restaurant if any one is standing up but it's expected because it's in downtown. I was really hoping this place would be good because I have yet to find any decent Indian/napaleae places in Lancaster or surrounding area but it's really not worth it , they don't have any dishes that were impressive. I will continue the search elsewhere read more

Amazing service. Amazing food. Amazing atmosphere. Have been coming here for about 9 years. Amazing every time.

They have some of the best and most consistent takeout I've ever had. just a really streamlined business with great food to offer. You can't go wrong. I've been going here for years. read more

No one is gonna like me, after this review - but, with that being said; I have been to some outstanding restaurants in Columbia, MD and that is who I compare other Indian restaurants too (Royal Taj and Chutney). I felt Himalayan in being a cozy restaurant and the waitstaff, friendly and efficient. The cost for the buffet for two, was affordable and it's so nice, seeing buffets, again. You have the opportunity to try new foods, plus you still enjoy your favorites. Food was fresh and plentiful. Though the buffet was on the smaller side, there was a good variety. Personally, the chicken tikka masala, was a bit watery and lacked depth of spice and tomato. I tasted cream (lots of cream) and little resemblance of what I was accustomed too. Their aloo gabi was mildly spiced as well. I missed the taste of ginger/garlic/coriander/cumin; those spices, if used, were subdued. A delicate turkey meatball in a undiscernible brown sauce, packed some heat. My palate was saved, by a fresh, ultra perked up, mint chutney and mango pickle, slightly elevating this meal. The rice pudding was unappealing, for the rice appeared pulverized, the rose water overpowering and the pudding, too watery. read more

The food was fantastic. The service was great. They made you feel welcome and cared for. The atmosphere/ ambiance of the place added to the experience! read more

Maybe it's because they haven't been open during this pandemic, but it was so wonderful to have their food again! This week is Restaurant Week so we knew right away Himalayan was our first choice. We did the Dinner for Two $40 - two appetizers, two entrees. We were so excited I forgot to take pics! I had the Cauliflower Manchurian and Chicken Masala. My husband had the Lasoni Mushroom and Chicken Tikka. Both come with a side of naan and rice. The portions were unbelievably over sized! We had leftovers for the next day. We truly love this place. The flavors were just as I remembered. One of the few places I think I could eat at twice a week. We miss being able to dine in, but we are so elated to have them back. read more

I love the food here! The service is great, the owner is great, the ambience is relaxing, and the food is superb! We had the mixed grill, mango chicken, garlic naan, and a few appetizers I can't name all. This was our first visit. A couple weeks later I craved their mango chicken and garlic naan so we went again. The owner is so warm and welcoming. I want to hug everyone whenever I go in because they make you feel like an important guest in their own home. I can't explain it so try for yourself! Definitely going back to try more dishes. Excellent flavors! You leave satisfied and a good full. Not the sick full where you can't move. read more

I was in Lancaster to visit with a relative who was visiting the area, staying at the downtown Marriott. We had dinner at the Himalayan Grill and it was a very good experience! If you like Indian or Nepali food, this is your place. The restaurant is small, but seating is comfortable and we had good service. This place draws people from outside Lancaster County, so we had a chance to chat a bit with some folks who drove in from York to eat at Himalayan Grill. The menu features good variety of Indian and Nepali cuisine. We had curried chicken -- I ordered a bit more spice than my relative -- and I had a Somosa on the side. These are available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The table next to us, which had four or five people, ordered a pretty wide variety of dishes and passed them around, so they were able to sample more of the menu in one visit. read more

This restaurant is a gem, it's small but beautifully decorated. The waiter was extremely polite and attentive, and the food was absolutely on point! We had a lovely meal and had absolutely nothing negative to say. Try it! You will not be disappointed. read more

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Excellent food, atmosphere and service. Reasonable prices and very friendly staff. They appear to be a byob restaurant (our party was not looking for alcohol but we saw other people who brought in wine). This is a must if you're in Lancaster. They offer buffet and off the menu choices. The buffet is all you can eat for $15 and looked very good. Run, don't walk to this wonderful ethnic restaurant. You won't be disappointed. read more

First time eating Nepalese and/or Indian cuisine and this restaurant has made me fall in love with it. Every dish & every bite was amazing. There was a nice lunch buffet that is Tuesday - Saturday 11:30 to 1:45pm for $12 per person, something we didn't try because we knew little of the cuisine or the spice level. To drink we ordered iced tea, mine was Mango, made with real Mango purée, and they were perfect. We started our meal with 2 appetizers...Chicken Samosa that was accompanied by a green sauce that was tangy and a red sauce that was sweet, both were SO tasty; and Shrimp Pakora that was like a fantail shrimp but much tastier. For our entries the great part was that you can choose your spice level. Hubby had Medium level, Lamb Jalfrezi and I had Mild level, Goat Kadai. Both diches came with Basmati Rice, that was perfectly cooked, and we added the Garlic Naan and it was fluffy & warm with just the right amount of garlic. The Lamb & Goat meat fell apart with the fork and the flavors of the spices woke up our tastebuds...OMG! They did a great job with the spice levels for each of us which I appreciated, and we enjoyed EVERY delicious bite. This is now one of our top 3 places to eat in Lancaster. If you haven't had this type of cuisine you have to try it, you will have one of the tastiest meals ever and your tastebuds will thank you! The service was very nice, the atmosphere was cozy, and the prices were very reasonable. Can wait to come back!!! read more

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Best Indian/Nepali food in Lancaster PA. Our family of five (young kids included) loves the food and ambience of Himalayan Curry and Grill. There is something for everyone here. Our favorites include the Chicken Tikka Masala (a very tasty, creamy/buttery sauce which can be ordered in a range from very mild to hot). We also love the cauliflower Manchurian (a sweet/spicy sauce on top of fried cauliflower....simply delicious). We also always order the veggie pakora (fried potato) and the naan bread to soak up all the extra sauce. This place is delicious and the owners/staff are kind and wonderful people. A must go-to in Lancaster. read more

The best Indian food I've had in years! This is the best Indian food I've had since I lived in London. The navratalan korma was perfect, as was the peshwari naan. All four of us loved everything we tried. The service was excellent. It was a busy Saturday, we arrived fairly late, with no reservation, and they very graciously seated us. read more

Damn I love their lunch buffet. A little too much. Words to the wise: If you walk in as soon as they open and find it devoid of other patrons, take a deep breath, leave, and go back in half an hour. Trust me on this. You want more bodies in there. Crowded, even. You need buffers. Human Shields of Gluttony between your empty plate and those chafing pans full of glorious, delicious, endless tikka masala, veggie pakora, and naan bread. Don't think for a minute that you can just exercise simple restraint because of some notion that you'll be judged by other patrons. You won't be. Every single person in that buffet line knowingly but silently respects the doctrine of mutually assured destruction. You're gonna go full-Homer. read more

We really enjoyed the lunch buffet. The restaurant was welcoming and service was good. There was a nice selection of food and I tried everything and everything was delicious. And only $15 per person. Wish I was a bigger eater read more

Despite having read many positive reviews, I found the yellow curry and rice to be underwhelming. The chicken was fairly well-executed, though did maintain more chew and stick on the tooth than I'd prefer. The curry sauce tasted like it was made from store-brought powder. The flavor was bland and slightly gritty. The rice was well-executed, i.e fluffy and soft while maintaining an acceptable firmness. Overall, this dish simple did not impress any of us. read more

You would have to travel halfway around the world to get food this authentic anywhere else. Great food great staff. Just wonderful.

We navigated our way here on foot with the help of yelp. This place quickly filled up to a full house after we walked in. The women who seated us asked us if we were there for the buffet. We didn't even know they offered a buffet so we said yes so we could sample what Himalayan has to offer. Everything was pretty good. It wasn't great but they had a nice variety of dishes and the price was reasonable. I just thought that the dishes were a little muted and bland compared to other Indian dishes I have made and tried at other restaurants. The Chicken Tikka Masala was very very mild in flavor. I enjoyed the coconut curried vegetables. For a total bill of 23.00 for two people I think the buffet was worth it. Next time I try Himalayan I will definitely order off the menu. read more

Himalayan Curry & Grill - Little bit of everything from the lunch buffet - Indian Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Aroma! Ambiance! Service! The food was delicious and yes, I went back for more! I recommend Himalayan Curry & Grill.

The food was fantastic and authentic. There isn't a single bad thing to say about this place. The staff were very friendly as well.

We were the first customers inside when they opened for lunch. Every item on the buffet was quite delicious; my personal favorite was the paneer but the chicken dishes were also fantastic. The dishes are flavorful and spicy but not overly hot...just right, to my palate. I probably don't have anything particularly insightful to say that hasn't already been covered in the many other reviews. Safe to say, there is a reason this place is consistently one of the top ranked restaurants in Lancaster. It certainly does get busy fairly quickly. read more

Himalayan Curry & Grill - First plate from the lunch buffet. - Indian Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Have had it a few times, always good. Meat is tender and flavorful and I always make sure to get an extra order of garlic naan. read more

Himalayan Curry & Grill - Garlic naan, Shrimp Pakora, chicken Momo - Chicken, Chicken Vindaloo - Indian Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Good food and very courteous staff. But I give only 4 stars for one reason: they use every square inch of their not so big room; the tables are put side by side - your neighbors are sitting just a couple feet from you; too many waiters. All this made me feel not very comfortable and reminded me taking meals during a flight. read more

Quaint Indian restaurant. Great owners, delicious food. Lunch buffet is great. Get there early as there is limited seating.

Best food in lancaster, especially the buffet. Great deal and tasty food. Would come here every day if I could.