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    Himalayan Kitchen

    3.6 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Chicken 65
    Silpa D.

    Absolutely loved the food here. The momos and chowmein were perfectly spiced and flavorful--just the right street-style Indo-Chinese taste I was craving. Even the biryanis and chicken curry were impressive, with rich flavors and great portion sizes. A great spot if you're craving both Indian and Indo-Chinese dishes done right. Been visiting since 10 Years! P.S: some construction work going on inside the dining area.

    We ordered food for catering. They promised us food at 5:30 PM and they were not ready with the food till 6 PM. The staff was so unprofessional (they were literally swearing saying they're overwhelmed with orders) and they said they reopen at 5PM so they were late which made us wonder why they would agree to 5:30 PM. They hurriedly prepared the dishes and the packing was so bad that the curry leaked in my car. I spent more getting the car cleaned than the entire catering order. On a side note, the food was tasty though. Just need some more professionally behaved staff.

    Goat Curry
    Mark T.

    8/7/24 Himalayan Kitchen 820 E El Camino Real Ste C Mountain View, CA 94040 We tried this for lunch on a Wednesday. It's in a setback strip mall so there's lots of parking in front. They offer a lunch buffet and I asked if they had Naan which was brought to our table after we filled our plates. The interior is a cozy table setup and was fairly full while we were there. The buffet choices had many standard offerings like Tandoori Chicken and they had my favorite, Goat Curry. The bone in goat was very meaty and the gravy was not very spicy. Overall the flavor of the food was on the mild but tasty side. Service was helpful and good. I paid with cash at the counter and got a discount. It's a good value and repeatable.

    Curry Goat Curry, Garlic Naan (2 pcs), Butter Chicken, biryani (I forget which one)

    Food is amazing. The Nann is very large. Service was very attentive and friendly. I saw they also had Buffett I believe on the weekends? Nice. Love this spot

    this is a customer of yours and i would like say couple of things about this restaurant anybody who is planning to eat here pls i would say dont these people are so not hygenic i saw one guy scratch his butt in the middle of work make sure u manage this about food whenver i take this home to go the food will go bad immediately stored for very long time

    Madras Masala Dosa
    Nathan F.

    Big. Bang. For. Your. Buck! This massive dosa I got from Himalayan Kitchen was only $9 and it made me (a pretty big eater) quite full! I can't think of the last time I've ever spent less than $10 at a restaurant and left me satisfied the way this amazing Madras Masala Dosa did. The service and ambiance was also on point as the servers attended to my every need. I am 100% coming back here to try out their Himalayan Special Tandoori. Everybody driving by the Mountain View and Sunnyvale area must give this place a try, you will not regret it!

    Shania W.

    My friend and I were experiencing a particularly strong craving for Indian food and came across Himalayan Kitchen! We went on a Saturday afternoon around 1pm and were seated promptly for their Indian buffet. It cost $25 per person, and you get a slight discount if you pay with cash. I was pretty impressed with the selection of dishes they had. Some of the dishes that I immediately remember are butter chicken, tandoori chicken, paneer tikka masala, goat curry, chicken, curry, spinach daal, biryani, tindora fry, chaat, and more. They also bring you as much naan as you want to the table. For drinks, they had mango lassi, chai, and sodas. Finally, they also had a decent selection of desserts. I think the selection slightly varies on the day. I thought the food was all super solid. It definitely hit the spot but didn't blow me away necessarily. I enjoyed eating everything and enjoyed the amount of variety they had. I was nowhere close to eating my money's worth, but I was still quite content at being able to try so many different things. Overall, I recommend this place! I will probably be back for their buffet whenever my next craving hits (which will probably be pretty soon). Service was fine as well, and the environment was standard. I think the only strange thing was their floor was weirdly slippery.

    Chicken 65
    Eunice T.

    Good food, generous portion, reasonable pricing. Vijayawada Boneless Chicken Dum Biryani - highly recommend if you love spicy food. Very flavorful and it has a great kick. The portion is huge and it could easily be split into three meals. If it's too spicy, just dilute it with the raita and it'd still taste great. If you can't handle any spice at all, I'd recommend staying away because it's pretty spicy. Chicken 65 - highly recommend. It was crispy and addicting. The onion surprisingly pairs very well with the chicken (as in, eat it in the same bite). Andhra Spicy Dosa - the dosa was bigger than I expected (this was my first time having dosa). I didn't like the curry dip that came on the side, but everything else (dosa itself, the potato filling, and the other sauces) was great. Momo - I enjoyed it. It's not the best out there, but it's still tasty. Chicken Tikka Masala - just okay; I've had better

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    0 stars. Bad service and poor management. Owner doesn't know how to deal with customers. Other guys working here are good.

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    The tasty of food is tooo good ...they provide different varieties in buffet..sweets and salads was so good..

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    9 years ago

    After having a vijaywada chiken biriyani from there. We remembered it for next 3 days. Never recommend

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    The food is good as compared to the cost. The staff is not polite and a looonnggg wait.

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    The vijaywada chicken biryani and chicken momos are highly recommended. Great value for money. Friendly service.

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    Been here many times and every time the food quality is same. I can say it's one of the best lunch buffets I ever had!!!

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    7 years ago

    Fk , I see a rat go through. Bed health condition . Wtf. I always want to try , but the first time go make me scare

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    7 years ago

    Their boneless chicken biryani is to DIE FOR #forrealz. Their lunch buffet is waah re waah. Reminds me of home. We love this place.

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    Ask the Community - Himalayan Kitchen

    Does anyone know the name of this dish … It’s from the buffet and found on the right side usually…

    Samosa (fried pastry filled in with spiced potato, peas)

    When is the lunch buffet and what days?

    Lunch Buffet is every Friday to Sunday from 11AM to 3 PM but since COVID the price shot up to $24.99 per person.

    Do they serve complimentary chai tea with daily lunch buffet like many other Indian restaurants do?

    Yes they do. Also, please be aware that when you say "chai tea" you are saying "tea-tea"

    What times are the buffet available?

    11:00-15:00 daily; see its website for business hours

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    Zareen's

    Zareen's

    4.3(2.3k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    Awesome food! I enjoyed the Pakistani-flavored, spicy, and mouth-melting Gola Kababs and the…read moresizzling grilled chicken--both were delicious. The service was great. One thing to note: they used to have a proper dine-in space before, but now it's mostly takeaway. However, you can still eat on-site as they have chairs and tables set up. Neat ambience overall.

    I'm a huge fan of the Palo Alto location and was excited to visit another Zareen's location. In…read moregeneral, it was a great experience. There was plenty of outdoor seating, and the service was speedy. You order on a kiosk, which makes for a streamlined ordering process. The food is always solid - I love all of their thali selections. This location was much more peaceful compared to the Palo Alto location. I stopped by on a Saturday evening, and there were only a couple tables that were occupied. I will say I feel like the portion sizes here are noticeably smaller than those at the Palo Alto location. This might be because all of the orders are packed to-go, so maybe there's less space for food? For instance, the thali from the Palo Alto location includes a side salad, which was not included in my order here. The other sides (pickled salad and daal lentil), along with the entree, were also significantly smaller here. The prices are the same, so I do think the Palo Alto dishes are more worth it.

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    Arya Steakhouse - welcome to Arya

    Arya Steakhouse

    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$

    This review has been a long time coming…read more The only reason anyone goes back to a restaurant is because of the service, delicious food and atmosphere. This is JUST that place for us. It's always hit all these marks consistently. The service has always been beyond anything you could ask for. I can promise you that your water will NEVER EVER be empty here. My husband and I have been coming here for YEARS. It started with a date night, turned to birthdays, anniversaries and family dinners. This place has been so very special to us, that we even hosted our Wedding Dinner Reception here after our Wedding in SF, which was INCREDIBLE. I have to shout out Jessica and Fera. They were BEYOND kind during the whole planning process for our wedding. They helped create a perfect menu and calmed me with any questions I had weeks leading up to our wedding. Fera was also able to add some of our favorites to our specialized menu. From the warmth of the host greeting you, to the kindness of the waiters, chefs and even the owners... the experience is exceptional. It literally continues with every bite you take of their delicious food!! Just an idea for ya: Ambiance: Arya is luxurious, warm, cozy and elegant. Perfect for a date night or dinner with your loved ones.. The rich warm tones of the restaurant make it SO welcoming and classy. Family favorites: Calamari - Perfect appetizer. Battered perfectly, it pairs good with the sauce. Sambosa -The perfect puff pastry the potato filling is just delicious. Ceaser Salad - HELLA delicious. The Dressing hits all the right spots when you bite into it. I could eat a whole bowl of this. Lamb Rack - This is plated beautifully. Lamb is extremely juicy, tasty and well-seasoned. It pairs perfectly with the roasted potatoes, whole garlic and the fresh herb sauce on the plate is (you might have garlic breath after, I promise it's well worth it.) Boneless Chicken kebab - OMG, this is the most tender, and flavorful chicken you will ever eat. Everything is seasoned to perfection, juicy and just so flavorful. We will be back. God willing for many more celebrations to come.

    Two months ago, we had a disappointing experience at Arya during our son's birthday celebration. We…read moreshared our honest feedback and we were genuinely impressed by how the co-owner, Fera, and the Manager, Mehdi, responded. Rather than dismissing our concerns, they took our feedback to heart and extended an invitation to return--one we decided to accept. Last night, we had dinner at Arya and it was the event of the day for my wife and me. From the moment we arrived, the entire team--from the receptionists to our server Serdar and the support staff--treated us as honored guests. Every interaction felt warm and genuine. The food was exceptional. We started with a mezze platter featuring delicious spreads, pastries, and felafel, followed by a mixed green salad that showcased some of the best burrata we've ever had, topped with tiny, sweet berries. Our main courses were equally memorable: a stunning Fesenjoon pomegranate-walnut chicken stew with a perfect balance of slightly sweet and tart, and a side of basmati rice studded with almonds, pistachios, berries, and orange peel. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, unique, and delicious. But what truly made the evening special was the service and genuine hospitality. Serdar, our server, was remarkably warm and attentive. We had fascinating conversations with him about his world travels, the uniqueness of Persian cuisine, and his recommendations for authentic Turkish breakfast and dinner spots (he's half Greek and half Turkish, which made his recommendations all the more authentic and personal). Mehdi introduced himself during the meal and checked in on us with a genuine interest in our experience, not just as a manager, but as someone who truly cares. When we mentioned we had no room for dessert, Mehdi surprised us with a beautifully presented pistachio-saffron ice cream served in an ornate bowl made of ice--a perfect final touch that felt like a work of art. This visit demonstrated that Arya is a restaurant that listens, cares, and delivers on its promise to provide not just excellent food, but genuine hospitality. We left feeling valued and delighted.

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    Lados - Anday Wala Burger / Fries*

    Lados

    4.2(603 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    One of my favorite spots in Sunnyvale area with amazing halal food!…read more I got the chicken burger from the numerous reviews and it was so huge!! Come hungry if you want to finish this. It was super crispy and tasted really good! It comes with fries but I upgraded to crazy curry fries and the fries were really good and flavorful! It was like chicken tikka masala sauce with imli chutney. Everything tasted fresh, the service was quick and attentive. The inside had a good amount for seats and there is complimentary chai as well and theres outside seating. Its in a random residential area but would definitely make the trek back here. Best part: THEY HAVE A NAMAAZ ROOM!!!

    Very amazing restaurant with a cozy interior and excellent food. It's in a random part of Sunnyvale…read morethat errs more residential. It's easy to ignore if you don't go looking for it. I ordered the chicken tikka masala, the crazy curry fries, and a mango lassi. I was fully knocked out. The chai at the register is also so delicious and free, you should definitely grab some if you can! It's piping hot and perfectly spiced. The chicken tikka masala itself comes with a delicious flaky naan that's similar to Chinese scallion pancake. It pairs perfectly with the dish itself. The crazy curry fries were also so good and saucy. I was so happy that we were splitting this dish six ways, because I would not have any space to try it had I gone individually. My friend got the Tikka Burger, and he was knocked OUT. It looked so amazing and smelled divine. We also got the yogurt dip to share, and it was so savory and creamy. I'd recommend this to anyone in the area who wants to try some amazing Pakistani food.

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