Himalayan Restaurant – Indian
Stepping into Himalayan Restaurant, guests are greeted by the intoxicating fragrance of toasted spices and simmering curries that hint at the vibrant, soul-warming flavors of the mountains. The kitchen crafts a symphony of textures, from delicate, hand-pleated momos served in savory broths or fiery glazes to rich, slow-cooked goat curries and aromatic lamb masalas that celebrate traditional heritage. It is a space where communal dining feels like a celebration, inviting families to linger over shared plates and the bold, earthy heat of authentic mountain cuisine.
606, South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605 +13128775999 https://himalayanrestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Family Meal Deal & Bundle
- Family meal special for 4: 1 appetizer, 3 entrees, 3 Naan, 1 Rice & dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Momo Dumplings
- Chilli Momo: Chicken, Paneer, or Vegetable dumpling sauteed with onion, bell pepper, hot & sweet chilli sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Momo: Minced vegetables or chicken marinated in Himalayan spices, stuffed in flour wrap and deep fried Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup Momo: Chicken, Vegetable, or Paneer served with Chef's special Himalayan soup (Jhol Momo) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Momo: Minced vegetables or chicken marinated in Himalayan spices, stuffed in flour wrap and steamed Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Momo: Traditional Himalayan chicken dumplings Available at: dinner, lunch
Lamb & Goat Entrees
- Lamb Tikka Masala: Marinated lamb tenderloins barbecued in clay oven, cooked in chef’s special creamy sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chili Masala: Lamb cooked with green chilies and hot spices in tomato sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Curry: Goat with bone cooked in traditional spices and flavored onion tomato sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Keema Mutter: Minced lamb and peas cooked with onion, garlic, ginger, herbs and spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Pasanda: Tender pieces of lamb cooked with almond in a rich creamy almond sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Entrees
- Chicken Chilli Masala: Chicken cooked with green chillies, bell peppers, onion, hot chilli, soy sauce and spices in tomato onion sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Curry: Chicken simmered in onion and tomato sauce with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Makhani: Clay-oven roasted chicken cooked in creamy tomato sauce (Butter Chicken) Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Saag: Tender pieces of chicken and spinach cooked in creamy onion tomato sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Vindaloo: Chicken cooked in Goan style onion tomato based tangy-hot curry sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Masala: Expert Marinated chicken breast cooked in creamy onion tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Grills & Kababs
- Chicken Sheesh Kabab: Minced chicken blended in chef's combination of herbs and spices, roasted in a clay oven Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka: Chicken breast simmered in onion and tomato sauce with a blend of aromatic herbs, spices and grilled in Tandoor Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tikka: Fish fillet marinated in ginger, garlic and tandoori mix, roasted in a clay oven Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Himalayan Mix Grill: Tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, chicken sheesh kabab, lamb sheesh kabab, fish tikka and shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Sheesh Kebab: Minced lamb blended in chef’s combination of herbs and spices, roasted in a clay oven Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
Himalayan Appetizers
- Chicken Chowela: Boneless chicken marinated in herbs, grilled in tandoori and flash-cooked with flavorful Himalayan spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sadheko: Grilled chicken shredded and mixed with savory Himalayan spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilli Chicken: Chicken sauteed with onion, bell pepper, red chilli and Sichuan pepper Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilli Paneer: Paneer sauteed with onion, bell pepper, red chilli and Sichuan pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilli Shrimp: Shrimp sauteed with onion, bell pepper, red chilli and Sichuan pepper Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Chilli: Sauteed with onion, potato, red chilli, sweet & hot sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Naans & Roti
- Bread Basket: Naan, Onion, Garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilli Naan: Spicy Naan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roti: Whole wheat bread baked in our clay oven Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Naan: Naan stuffed with paneer Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Naan: Naan stuffed with onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Naan: Naan Bread (No egg) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan: Naan topped with garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhatoora: Leavened and fermented bread fried in oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Paneer Entrees
- Mutter Paneer: Green peas and paneer cooked in creamy cashew based tomato and onion sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palak Paneer: Spinach cooked with paneer delicately spiced in a creamy onion tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Bhurji: Grated paneer cooked in tomato and onion sauce, cream, cashew nut and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Chilli Masala: Stir-fried paneer sauteed with green chillies, onion, bell peppers, hot chilli sauce, soy sauce and spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka Masala: Paneer cubes cooked with bell peppers, cashew creamy onion tomato curry sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Makhani: Cubes of paneer cooked in cashew based creamy tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Entrees
- Chana Masala: Chick peas cooked in an exotic blend of Indian spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dal Makhani: Whole black lentil simmered until tender, seasoned with ginger, garlic and herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farsi Bhaji: Green beans cooked with freshly grated coconut in coconut sauce and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malai Kofta: A blend of paneer and mix vegetables cooked in tasty cream based tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Navratan Korma: Mixed vegetables cooked in gravy of cashew paste and tomato with mild spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tadka Daal: Local-style boiled lentils sauteed with cumin seed, Himalayan herbs and spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baigan Bharata: Fresh eggplant roasted in a clay oven, mashed and blended in a rich mixture of herbs and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dal Palak (Dhan Saag): Local-style boiled lentils sauteed with cumin seed, touch of onion tomato sauce and spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Non Vegetarian Appetizers
- Chicken 65: Deep fried chicken marinated in a tangy mix, sauteed with onion, bell pepper and curry leaves Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Wings: Fried spiced chicken wings Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Masala Chicken Wings: Char broiled chicken wings marinated in spices and roasted in a tandoori oven Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Appetizers
- Masala Papad: Papad smothered with diced onion, chili, tomato and cilantro, tossed in lemon and lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhel Puri: Crunchy snack made of rice crisps, potato, onion and chutney Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Pakora: Savory vegetable fritters, mildly spiced, dipped in batter and deep fried Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Samosa: Crispy pastry stuffed with potatoes, green peas and deep fried Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood Entrees
- Fish Tikka Masala: Fish fillet marinated and roasted in a clay oven and cooked in a creamy seafood masala Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Curry: Shrimp cooked in curry sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tikka Masala: Shrimp roasted in a clay oven and cooked in creamy seafood masala Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Vindaloo: Shrimp and Potatoes cooked in a tangy spicy tomato & onion curry sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Prawn Masala: Jumbo prawn roasted in clay oven and cooked in special seasoned sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Curry: Mahi mahi fish cooked in curry sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Dishes
- Chicken Biryani: Basmati rice flavored and cooked with Chicken in chef’s special biryani Masala Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Himalayan Special Biryani: Chicken, lamb and shrimp with basmati rice and biryani masala Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jeera Rice: Long grained basmati rice cooked with cumin seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Biryani: Basmati rice flavored and cooked with lamb in biryani masala Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Rice: Basmati rice cooked with lemon juice, mustard seed and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peas Pulav: Basmati rice cooked with green peas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Biryani: Basmati rice flavored and cooked with shrimp in biryani masala Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Basmati Rice: Fine quality long grained basmati rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Biryani: Basmati rice flavored and cooked with vegetables in biryani masala Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Pulav: Basmati rice and vegetables cooked with peas, carrots, raisin and cashew Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Gulab Jamun: Golden fried balls made from powdered milk, soaked in a sweet saffron syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Rice Pudding: Fragrant rice with milk, raisins and almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Juice: Assorted fruit juices
- Mango Lassi: Rich creamy yogurt with mango puree
- Pineapple Lassi: Rich creamy yogurt with pineapple juice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
- Thums Up / Limca: Popular Indian Soft Drinks Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Soups, Salads & Accompanies
- Dahi: Plain low fat homemade yogurt Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Tomato Soup: Fresh tomato soup made using our own recipe Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Lentil Soup: A delicately simmered lentil soup made with seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa Chat: Crispy samosas topped with Tangy and Spicy yogurt and chutney Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
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- Chicago Curry House — Indian
- Chiya Chai — Indian
- Nepal House — Indian
- Swadesi Cafe — Indian
- Ghareeb Nawaz — Indian
- Indian Garden — Indian
- The Momo World — Indian
- India House — Indian
- The Spice House — Indian
- ROOP — Indian
- Curry On Fire — Indian
- Adda Indian Cuisine — Indian
