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Food - Taste of the Himalayas, Berkeley, CA

Taste of the Himalayas

4.1 (7)
$30 and under
Indian
1700 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Good for groups
A family owned Indian/Nepali Restaurant. Discover the bold flavors of the Himalayas at Taste of the Himalayas in North Berkeley, CA. Serving since 2004! We serve authentic Nepali and Indian cuisine made with fresh ingredients, Halal meats and traditional spices. Enjoy customer favorites like Momos, Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tandoori, and many more, each dish is crafted to deliver rich, aromatic taste and comfort.

Whether you’re dining in, taking out, ordering delivery, or want a catering service for your special event, our cozy and casual restaurant offers a genuine Himalayan dining experience right in the heart of Berkeley. We also have a variety of vegan and vegetarian options. Perfect for family dinners, group gatherings, or anyone craving flavorful Nepali and Indian food.

We look forward to serving you!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Nepalese, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Bharat Paudel
  • Catering
    Please contact us at 510-849-4983 or visit our website: https://www.tasteofthehimalayas.com/
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Cross street
    Virginia Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    AC Transit stops right infront of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Taste of the Himalayas.

4.1

4.1
(7)
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 2.6Value

Noise • Moderate

7 Reviews
  1. Alan Gold

    Los Angeles16 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on January 17, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We will NEVER return to this restaurant. Took 45 min to get our water and only because we got up from the table to ask someone for the drinks that never came. Another party that arrived long after us ate and left before we got our food. TWO hours after we got there we still hadn’t been served the main portion of our order so we paid for the appetizers they brought us an hour in and left. They kept telling us “it’s coming” every single time we asked—and we had to run after them multiple times to ask! In the meantime tons of delivery people picked up orders one after the other. Perhaps they should tend to in person diners before prioritizing take out orders. WORST dining experience ever.
    Taste of the HimalayasResponded on January 20, 2026
    We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it. What you described is not the level of service we strive to provide, and we sincerely apologize for the excessive delays, lack of communication, and overall frustration you endured during your visit, and we hope to have the chance to serve you better in the future!

    1 person found this helpful

  2. Vivian Gold

    San Francisco14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 10, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It had been years since we last dined at Taste of Himalayas in Berkeley, and we were happy to find that some of our favorite dishes were just as delicious as we remembered. The chicken vindaloo and shrimp vindaloo were both excellent, served warm and flavorful with the right balance of protein and potatoes in the rich vindaloo sauce. The plain naan and garlic naan were also a great addition, pairing well with our meals. The only downside was the lentil soup, which tasted a bit watered down and was prepared a bit differently from what we remembered from years ago. That said, overall the experience was still very enjoyable, and we would recommend Taste of Himalayas in Berkeley to anyone who hasn’t tried it yet.
    Taste of the HimalayasResponded on January 20, 2026
    Thank you so much for your wonderful rating! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our delicious food. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful experience!

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  3. Uli Gold

    San Francisco25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We came very late (practically at closing time), but the host did not flinch and served us a full meal with no pressure. We were 5 people and we ordered a variety of dishes. Everything was delicious and among us, we said we should get back to this place often!
    Taste of the HimalayasResponded on January 20, 2026
    Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star rating! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our delicious food and service. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful experience!

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  4. Kevin

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    outstanding food and attentive, friendly, service. It was Halloween weekend with few other diners so it lacked energy. I can't understand why more people aren't eating here. My favorite Indian restaurant.
    Taste of the HimalayasResponded on January 20, 2026
    Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star rating! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our delicious food and service. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful experience!

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  5. Raj Gold

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on October 25, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was meh. Momos good but other than that not great
    Taste of the HimalayasResponded on January 20, 2026
    We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused during your recent order and are already addressing the issue with our team to ensure that such situations do not happen again. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we hope to have the chance to serve you better in the future!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. AMauilocal

    San Francisco33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 15, 2012

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Love their soup! I even order it to go.

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  7. Fusionphan

    San Francisco14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 10, 2012

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    A somewhat ordinary Indian restaurant with a few Nepalese dishes. Order your curries with a bit of spice. "Mild" is too bland. We enjoyed the lentil soup. The salmon filets in curry were nothing to write home about. The tandoori dishes at the next table came out sizzling and looked appetizing. The onion naan was good. A side of mango chutney was sufficient but not ample. The lovely mural on the wall and the carved wooden chairs added to the ambiance. Service was adequate. Maybe next time.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Nepalese, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Bharat Paudel
  • Catering
    Please contact us at 510-849-4983 or visit our website: https://www.tasteofthehimalayas.com/
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Cross street
    Virginia Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    AC Transit stops right infront of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, the menu includes clearly labelled vegetarian and vegan dishes as well as several items marked (GF); examples include Vegetable Biryani (Veg./Vegan, GF), the Himalayas Vegan Delight, Vegan Mango Lassi, and Vegan Mango Coconut Kulfi, plus thali and other dishes marked (GF).

The momos are a clear standout, guests repeatedly praise the momos (especially the chicken momo), and several momo varieties appear on the menu.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is appropriate for dining at Taste of the Himalayas.

Taste of the Himalayas feels cozy and welcoming, with colorful Himalayan murals and a warm, intimate dining space that many guests describe as inviting and family-friendly.

Yes, Taste of the Himalayas is family‑friendly: the owner describes it as perfect for family dinners, and guests praise attentive staff who look after little ones and family gatherings.

Yes, Taste of the Himalayas is well suited to a special evening, with an intimate, cozy atmosphere and several reviewers reporting celebratory visits and attentive service.

Guests commonly describe portions as generous, reviewers say the portions are "plenty, " and some noted they needed a to‑go box for leftovers.

Taste of the Himalayas is busiest during delivery-heavy periods, when many delivery pickups have been noted; midweek nights and Sunday evenings are often much quieter and more relaxed.

Yes, Taste of the Himalayas publishes a Lunch Specials menu with items like biryanis, Build Your Own Himalayas Rice Bowl, and dine‑in Thali options.

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