Incredible food. Especially the tandoori chicken. But what is the purpose of telling your customers 15-20 min wait time and then having them wait an hour? read more

The food was amazing! I didn't realize that they give free rice. I noticed that there was a help wanted sign where employees get a meal before or after their shift. Though there seemed to be little workers, the service was good. Staff was kind. I wish I took pictures but the food looked too good to wait! read more

Such a bummer to write this bad review but it is definitely deserved. We have ordered from this restaurant many times. Most times the lady that answers the phone is incredibly rude. But we ignore her and order anyways because we do like the food. We placed a phone order this weekend and she told us it would be a 40 minute wait. So we show up 40 minutes later. There was a very chaotic "line" outside. Some people were in line, some weren't. But I got in line because it seemed like the right thing to do. Wait with everyone else. I waited in line for FORTY MINUTES. FORTY MINUTES PEOPLE. While other random people that hadn't been waiting in line were able to go up and place orders / grab their food before me. It was insane. Literally never seen a restaurant so disorganized and behind. And I've never had to wait in line for forty damn minutes to get TAKE OUT. While in line the lady yelled out something about them having to do all their delivery orders first and that they now would be working on the call in orders. Soooo apparently this restaurant takes care of delivery orders before people physically waiting in line there at the restaurant. Not impressed. When we finally got to the window I mentioned that I had to wait so long and the lady didn't offer a discount or anything complimentary. Instead she told us about how they have low staff, etc. reasons that are not the customer's fault. Customers should never have to wait in line for 40 minutes for take out. And a restaurant that knows they will be busy on the weekends should maybe prepare for that?? More employees? Better organization for pick ups and orders? It was absolute chaos. It was not pretty. Embarrassing for them, actually. This place has terrrrrrrible terrible customer service. They do nothing to appease their upset customers who had to wait longer than anyone should have to wait for food. Her way of apologizing was saying "Well, I am apologetic" very unconvincingly and telling me that the next time I come I wouldn't have to wait in line? How am I supposed to believe that that would happen? Am I supposed to expect her to remember me and that means I can cut the very long and chaotic line in front of the restaurant? Yea, pretty sure that's not gonna happen. All this to say, the food is good but it's really not worth the horrendous customer service and very long wait time. I genuinely won't be coming back here and I definitely won't be recommending this place and subjecting others to the very frustrating things that I had to deal with (on multiple occasions). Not sure if the rude lady who is always working is an owner or employee but she should really consider checking her attitude if she wants the restaurant to retain customers. I've read other similar reviews to mine. This definitely adds up over time. Just a tip, customers generally like being treated well and feeling appreciated. It's really not a new concept. read more

We got takeout tonight: veggie korma, plain naan, saag paneer and aloo gobi-DELICIOUS!! Loved it all. We hadn't had our fave Himalayan Kitchen in much too long and will be getting takeout more often. They did a great job sanitizing the iPad for payment and making pickup super easy. Mahalo! read more

Healthy and very tasty choices. Highly recommended. Time to open up for limited dine in!

The Himalayan Kitchen in Kailua serves fabulous food but more than that, they go out of their way to be helpful and accommodating. We have eaten their food many times, but this time we decided to have them cater a celebratory lunch for 14 people. We had 12 separate and varied items on the menu, something for everyone, and everything was delicious. The food was ready on time and the chef went out of his way to embellish and enhance our order. Everyone LOVED the food. Our highest compliments to the chef! We are so fortunate to have such an ono and friendly restaurant right here in Kailua. Our deepest gratitude goes to Himalayan Kitchen for helping to make our celebration a grand success! read more

Good food, but closed on 2 occasions when they were supposed to be open. It would be nice if these people were consistent with their hours of operation Service is friendly and the food is just as good as the Kaimuki location. read more

If you want some Indian food, this is the place to go. Located in Kailua town next to times supermarket with ample of parking. This place seats probably 6 inside and 2 tables outside. Our order is always Samosas, chicken tikka madras and garlic naan. The portion they giver per entree is enough to feed 2-3 people. Don't be fooled by what size of the plates the food is being served on. Trust me, looks tiny but fills you up. I would def recommend those place over majority of the places around Honolulu! What a great spot to be in Kailua and near where I live read more

Excellent food. Excellent service. 'Nuff said. Go and taste for yourself. You won't regret it. read more

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Amazing Indian food. Biryani and samosa chat were delicious. Have already ordered a couple of times from this place. Will definitely order again. read more

Very tasty Indian food in Kailua. We stopped for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed sharing an order of Samosa, garlic Nann and Chicken Tikka. Very tasty with the right amount of spice. We ordered 7 on the spice scale. It was just the right amount of food to share for lunch, then head to beach. Unique service, you get your own utensils and water glasses inside this tiny whole in the wall. Then choose a seat outside or in. ( total of maybe 6 tables in all) The owner was very pleasant and accommodating. I would definitely go back read more

Great food. Super saucy, nice seasoning. Meat is very well cooked. Heat is just right. Asked for medium and it was perfect for me. read more

Himalayan Kitchen - To-go order of naan, veggie samosas, lamb vindaloo, and chicken tikka masala. - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

It may be good as far as Indian food on Oahu, but I got the butter chicken and the chicken tikka masala. The butter chicken being a 1 spice and the masala being a 5 spice. Both dishes tasted the same and there was no difference in spice level. read more

The food here is DELICIOUS! The spicy wings are actually spicy and delicious. The chicken tikka Marsala was so flavorful and tender. The garlic naan was so yummy! read more

Best indian food I've had on island! The sign still says India Cafe, the former restaurant in this spot, which kept me away from ordering here - India Cafe was terrible! Himalayan kitchen is amazing, I find all my favorites here. We eat here probably once a week :). Try the Himalayan naan! So good! read more

Delicious! They ask for my preference in spice level & i wanted it spicy spicy. Most times, especially in hawaii "spicy" is not spicy. To my pleasant surprise it was actually spicy & still so flavorful. I still think of my delicious meal. Can't wait to go back. read more

I've eaten here a couple times and surpringly my biggest negative is I find the Naan and rice are too bland. I wish there was more flavor to those two items or there was another option with stronger flavor. Everytime we go our items aren't labeled either so spice levels are like a game of roulette.. The meats do have good taste though which is why I'm still giving 3 stars. read more

Fantastic food. I will be the first to say Indian food is by far my least favorite, but this was amazing. The flavors were above and beyond, the only thing I would change is the wait time. They get busy pretty quick so you need to make sure you're there before anytime of lunch/dinner rush. I was very impressed, good portions for a good price. The 5 is medium spicy and I'd say you taste that it should be spicy but there's not that "tang" yet, so if you like spicy I'd try 7-8. We will definitely be coming back :) read more

Call the restaurant beforehand if you want to dine-in. They are only doing take-out orders, according to the nice fellow who answered the phone today. read more

The first thing to know, is this place doesn't really have its own sign. I never went here because the previous place, Indian Cafe was really mediocre. The current restaurant still had that sign up, so didn't realize there were new owners. Second thing is this is not fast food. It took forever to get our meals, but they were fresh and delicious. We had the Butter Chicken and the Keema Naan and both were excellent. I would definitely go back again and will call ahead. read more

I've been looking for Indian food delivery for a while now and never tried this place. They're great! I've tried the buttered chicken, chicken tikka, and the saag paneer. All delicious. I order it via UberEats and it arrived fast, hot, and delicious. Excellent food! Try it today! read more

Hands down, great customer service! I love that they accommodate the spicy levels, and give honest recommendations. The food is SO good and the customer service is on point! Love that they're in Kaimuki AND Kailua for me! I can get my curry fix no matter what time or day! read more

Maybe our expectations were high given the other reviews, but my husband and I ordered two curries from here the other night, along with garlic naan and veggie samosas, and we were a bit disappointed. The naan was good, but the samosas were a bit bland and my butter chicken was way too salty (and I like salt, and understand it's an important component of bringing out curry flavors... but it sort of tasted like liking a salt block). We'll definitely give it another try; maybe it was just an off night. But for now, I give it a 3/5. read more

i had never had himalayan food before and went here (and have been 5 times now), the food is SOOOO tasty!! I love the chicken tikka madras and how they let you pick what level of spicy you want. Perfect location in the heart of kailua town, this food is sooo good after a long day of beaching and or hiking. the garlic & cheesy naan are so yummy, i literally want this food all of the time and even drove 40 minutes (one way) to get it because it's just that good. the staff is friendly and was very helpful in assisting me to select what to get as i was lost in the sauce first time around. i'll always love this place! read more

Amazing food, my wife and I were shopping a few days ago and we smelled the amazing food that was coming out of the restaurant and knew we had to come back to try it. We were not disappointed!! Chicken grilled in clay oven is legit, lamb biryan was tender and delicious, great curry with vegetables still having crispness because they aren't over cooked, best naan I've had since being in Afghanistan, these guys have something special going here. A definite recommend, two thumbs way up! read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Chicken tikka and Lamb biryani - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

It's hard to find vegan options worthwhile , stopped in here on a quick search after the beach. Place looks a little divey to start but we were assisted promptly. Food was quick and delicious! Quite pleased with the find. Totally recommend. Of note, it is small with only a couple tables to dine. No drinks or bar, not a place to hang out, but my husband and I were happy with the food! Enjoy! read more

Himalayan Kitchen - Veggie korma and veggie wrap.. husband cheated a bit with the jalapeño naan - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

We love there food! If you enjoy Indian cuisine, you'll love this place. It really a small place to eat so I'd suggest takeout. Once there was even an error on my order and they offered me a compensation the the mixup in the order. read more

My favorite restaurant in Kailua !! Good portion sizes and very friendly customer service.

We were really hungry and placed a takeout order they gave us stale food, the food was smelly and tasted bad. The samosa has no salt.

Samosas with the green sauce is yummy Butter chicken was good but tasted more tomatoey than usual. read more

I am so hesitant with trying new places because I've been so disappointed with restaurants with 4 stars. $50 dollar meals that aren't great really hurts. So I don't know if it was my low expectations that made this place taste better than it was. Rice was nice...naan was good. Samosas and sauce were good...butter chicken was good. Going back today for lunch. Portions are decent too. read more

Ordered garlic naan, which I thought was small because of the photos, but it can actually feed 2 people, got chicken tikka masala and it's really good and chicken tandoori was good too read more

Still don't even know if I'm reviewing the right place? Get the name and address of the stores straight; and answer the phone

Expensive but tasty and generous use of spices. Service very slow. There is another one in town with only chicken for meat but tasty and good prices for regular use. read more

I want so much to like this place because the staff there are always friendly and helpful. It also has such great reviews. The naan breads are very good but everything else I tried are just meh. The veg curry is not a curry but just whatever vegetable in tomato paste. The chicken Tikka was very dry and bland. The butter chicken are dry unseasoned pieces of white chicken dropped into a strange spiced sauce. I have traveled around the world and I am pretty sure the flavors are not from any country of that region. The food overall are very amateurish and quite expensive for what it is. read more

Very good food, we had the veggie samosas, lamb stuff naan, and the chicken tikka madrass and of course naan...Small restaurant with Big favors. The guy running the place was personable and cool and it's next door to Times Market and Books End!! read more

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Very small and the ambiance of a phone booth BUT the food was absolutely delicious. We rarely see lamb on the menu in Hawaii so our party of 5 did our own little "flight" of lamb curries: vindaloo, Madras, and a lovely spinach version. Those and the bread basket filled all of us. The three different types of naan were delicious, still warm with some nice charred spots. The one server was extremely courteous, I don't think my grandson has ever been referred to as "the young master" before. We will stop by again! read more

Ordered veggie curry lunch special and jalapeno cilantro naan takeout for lunch. Outstanding! All the veggies were well prepared and fresh. Beautifully spiced. Extra-long fluffy rice. Naan is fantastic. I have ordered takeout samosas before, and those are SO good as well. Order and pick up is easy. Really great food and service every time. More people need to eat there, it's a gem. Will definitely be trying all the other dishes. read more

The food is really good. Would give a 5 stars if they can have another person taking phone and counter order. It can be hard to get thru' their line on a busy day. Also an order of curry and biryani can take 45 min. to be ready. Looks like there's only one cook in the back. read more

The food here is fantastic. We always order Goa Shrimp which comes with rice, garlic naan, and tandoori chicken wings. Spice level about 5-6. Gets you sweating but not crying. I'm not sure why they still have the India Cafe sign above because that place was awful but Himalayan Kitchen is delicious! I'm also sentimental because I used to regular the Kaimuki location when we lived in town. Food and service are great. Take out only right now cause DaRona. Expect to wait a while. Call it in, then give them another 15 after the time they quoted. It's worth the wait. read more