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Taste of the Himalayas
4.1 (7)
$30 and under
Indian
1700 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709
About this restaurant
- Neighbourhood gem
- Gluten-free-friendly
- Good for groups
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Additional information
- Dining styleFine Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesIndian, Nepalese, Asian
- Hours of OperationLunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 16:30–21:30
- Phone number
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive ChefBharat Paudel
- CateringPlease contact us at 510-849-4983 or visit our website: https://www.tasteofthehimalayas.com/
- Delivery & takeout
- AreaBerkeley
- Cross streetVirginia Street
- Parking DetailsStreet Parking
- Public transportAC Transit stops right infront of the restaurant.
- AdditionalBeer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Reviews
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Reviews from people who have dined at Taste of the Himalayas.
4.1
4.1
- 4.2Food
- 4.1Service
- 3.8Ambience
- 2.6Value
Noise • Moderate
7 Reviews
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Alan Gold
Los Angeles16 reviews
1.0Dined on 17 January 2026
- Overall 1
- Food 3
- Service 1
- Ambience 2
Taste of the HimalayasResponded on 20 January 20261 person found this helpful
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Vivian Gold
San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews
4.0Dined on 10 January 2026
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Uli Gold
San Francisco Bay Area25 reviews
5.0Dined on 23 December 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Kevin
San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews
5.0Dined on 2 November 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Raj Gold
New York City1 review
2.0Dined on 25 October 2025
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 3
- Ambience 3
Taste of the HimalayasResponded on 20 January 20261 person found this helpful
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AMauilocal
San Francisco Bay Area33 reviews
4.0Dined on 15 September 2012
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
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Fusionphan
San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews
3.0Dined on 10 September 2012
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 3
- Ambience 4
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Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleFine Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesIndian, Nepalese, Asian
- Hours of OperationLunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 16:30–21:30
- Phone number
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive ChefBharat Paudel
- CateringPlease contact us at 510-849-4983 or visit our website: https://www.tasteofthehimalayas.com/
- Delivery & takeout
- AreaBerkeley
- Cross streetVirginia Street
- Parking DetailsStreet Parking
- Public transportAC Transit stops right infront of the restaurant.
- AdditionalBeer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, 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).
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.
The momos are a clear standout, guests repeatedly praise the momos (especially the chicken momo), and several momo varieties appear on the menu.
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.
Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is appropriate for dining at Taste of the Himalayas.
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.
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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