Himalayan Restaurant in Minneapolis, MN

4.7(3,157)$20–30Minneapolis, MN
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Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.7 stars with 3157 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Minneapolis, MN • Price $20–30 • 4.7★
Himalayan Restaurant is an Indian buffet located in Minneapolis, MN. This establishment has earned a strong rating of 4.7 stars based on 3157 reviews. They offer dine-in service, no-contact delivery, and takeout options. The price range for dining at Himalayan Restaurant is between $20 and $30. Visitors can find more information on their website or by calling them directly. This Indian buffet provides a dining experience in Minneapolis with a focus on its buffet offerings.

Good to know

  • Himalayan Restaurant has a listed address in Minneapolis, MN, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.7-star rating from 3,157 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
2910 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 332-0880
Today
11 AM–9:30 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.7 (3,157 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 37/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score37/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
12/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
0/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Moderate pricing

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 28/100 · 2 positive signals
Full night out score28/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
3/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

✅ 4.6 weighted · 3,157 reviews
4.6weighted · raw 4.7 from 3,157 reviews(↓ 0.10 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median3,157 / 708 median
03,540 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.7) with the city average (4.17) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3540+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11 AM–9:30 PM
monday
Closed
saturday
11 AM–9:30 PM
sunday
11 AM–9:30 PM
thursday
11 AM–9:30 PM
tuesday
11 AM–9:30 PM
wednesday
11 AM–9:30 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Pescatarian optionsVegan optionsMany vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccepts credit cardsAccepts Android Pay

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy Quiet TrendyGood for groupsGood for kids

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutReservationsDeliveryOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service Great tea selection

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

13 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chicken Tikka Masala$17.9559 mentions
  • Samosa$6.9529 mentions
  • Palak Paneer$16.9521 mentions
  • Coconut Chicken Curry$17.9518 mentions
  • Kothe$9.5016 mentions
  • Choyala$15.9516 mentions
  • Lamb Tikka Masala$19.9515 mentions
  • Creamy Kathmandu Curry$16.9512 mentions
  • Saag$15.9510 mentions
  • Thukpa$13.957 mentions
  • Chicken Tandoori$17.955 mentions
  • Daal$4.955 mentions
  • Paratha$3.755 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

60 items with prices
  • Samosa (2 Pieces)$6.95

    Crispy puff pastry filled with lightly spiced seasoned potatoes and peas.

  • Pyaaza (Onion Crisps)$6.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Onion and jalapenos mixed in spicy batter and deep-fried.

  • Aloo Ko Pakora$6.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Potatoes mixed with onions fried with lightly spiced batter.

  • Chicken Chili$13.95

    Chicken sautéed with onions, green peppers, tomatoes, and spices.

  • Wo (Lentil Pancakes-2 Pieces)$5.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Pan-fried batter of black lentils, ginger and fresh cilantro.

  • Kathmandu Momo$9.00

    Steamed dumplings with savory filling served with tomato-cilantro sauce.

  • Kothe$9.50

    Golden-fried dumplings served with tomato-cilantro sauce. Crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

  • Himalayan Platter$13.95

    Includes one samosa, two vegetable momo, two meat kothe, and four pyaaza.

  • Kwāti$4.95

    A delicious nepalese lentil soup made from a combination of eight beans with herbs and spices.

  • Aloo-Tama$4.95

    Vegan Friendly and Gluten Free. One of the most popular soups in Nepal. Made from potatoes with bamboo shoots and black eyed beans with herbs and spices.

  • Daal$4.95

    Vegan Friendly and Gluten Free. Lentil soup with garlic and ginger.

  • Garden Salad$8.95

    Mixed greens, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, and green peppers served with raita.

  • Choyala$15.95

    Boneless marinated meat cooked in tandoor and mixed with kathmandu-style herbs.

  • Chicken Tandoori$17.95

    Marinated chicken breast cooked in tandoor and served with tomato-cilantro sauce.

  • Lamb Kebab$19.95

    Tender pieces of marinated lamb cooked in tandoor and served with tomato-cilantro sauce.

  • Aaloo Cauli$15.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Stir fried potatoes and cauliflower with peas.

  • Jeera Aaloo$14.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Stir-fried potatoes with cumin seeds and fresh cilantro.

  • Bhata Aaloo$14.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Stir-fired eggplant and potatoes with spices.

  • Aaloo-Dam$14.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Potatoes slowly cooked with onions, tomatoes with a blend of nepalese spices.

  • Ram-Toria-Aaloo$14.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Fried okra and potatoes seasoned with Nepalese spices.

  • Banda Aloo$14.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Shredded cabbage and potatoes cooked with tomatoes and spices.

  • Kataar-Aaloo$15.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Buds of jack-fruit cooked with potatoes and spices.

  • Chyau Aaloo$15.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Portobello mushroom and potatoes cooked with Himalayan spice.

  • Tofu-Aaloo$14.95

    Vegan friendly, gluten-free. Tofu with potatoes and spices.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

3,157 reviews

Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of Himalayan Restaurant?

Himalayan Restaurant has a 4.7-star rating based on 3157 customer reviews.

Where is Himalayan Restaurant located?

Himalayan Restaurant is located at 2910 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406, Minneapolis, MN.

🛍️Shopping District

Set in a busy shopping area — great for combining dining with errands or browsing.

Set in a busy shopping area — great for combining dining with errands or browsing.

Food & Dining
17
Retail & Shopping
13
Miscellaneous Services
12
Recreation & Entertainment
3
Arts & Culture
3
Healthcare & Medical
2

53 nearby places across 9 categories

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55 places nearby (arts & culture, food, healthcare, services, recreation)

Theatres

Hook and Ladder Theatre and Lounge

Theatre

~0.2 mi
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Cinemas

Trylon Cinema

Cinema

2820 E 33rd St

~0.4 mi
+1-612-424-5468Website

Place Of Worships

Rawdah Mosque (Somali Cultural Institute)

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

Ice Creams

Amandi Cafe

Ice Cream

2927 East Lake Street

~224 ft
+1 612-481-7551

Bars

Schooner Tavern

Bar

2901 27th Avenue South

~0.2 mi
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Flashback Cafe & Cocktail Lounge

Bar

~0.6 miMo-Th 15:00-23:00, Fr 15:00-24:00, Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 11:00-22:00
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Habanero Tacos Grill

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Sonora Grill

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3300 East Lake Street

~0.3 mi
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Katar River Restaurant & Bakery

Restaurant

~0.4 miSu-Th 10:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 10:00-12:00
Galapagos Bar and Grill

Restaurant

3508 East Lake Street

~0.4 miMo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 07:30-22:00
+1 612-259-8380
India Kutir Restaurant

Restaurant

3621 East Lake Street

~0.5 mi

Cafes

Quruxley

Cafe

~0.3 mi
Starbucks

Cafe

2500 East Lake Street

~0.4 mi
+1 612-721-5701Website
Wildflyer Coffee

Cafe

3262 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Su 07:00-17:00
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1st Cup Cafe

Cafe

~0.4 mi
Milkweed Cafe

Cafe

3822 East Lake Street

~0.6 miMo-Su 08:00-18:00
+1-612-353-4752

Bakerys

Savory Bake House

Bakery

3008 36th Avenue South

~0.4 miFr-Su 09:00-12:00
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Pubs

Merlin's Rest Irish Pub

Pub

~0.5 mi

Fast Foods

Little Caesars

Fast Food

~0.5 mi
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Pineda Tacos

Fast Food

2150 East Lake Street

~0.6 mi

Pharmacys

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

2500 East Lake Street

~0.4 mi
+1 612-721-1611Website
Seward Pharmacy

Pharmacy

2209 East Lake Street

~0.5 mi
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Beautys

Daisy Nails

Beauty

~480 ft

Public Bookcases

Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.2 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.2 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.2 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.2 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.3 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.3 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.3 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.3 mi

Events Venues

JJ Events Cetner

Events Venue

3500 East Lake Street

~0.4 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
+1-952-564-9566Website

Marketplaces

Midtown Farmers Market

Marketplace

~0.5 miMay-Oct Sa 08:00-13:00; Jun-Oct Tu 15:00-19:00

Hairdressers

Minnesota School of Barbering

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi

Fitness Centres

Planet Fitness

Fitness Centre

2852 26th Avenue South

~0.4 miMo-Th 05:00-22:00, Fr 05:00-21:00, Sa-Su 06:00-20:00
+1-612-236-4176Website

Hackerspaces

Twin Cities Maker

Hackerspace

3119 East 26th Street

~0.5 mi
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Sports Halls

YWCA

Sports Hall

~0.6 mi

Supermarkets

Aldi

Supermarket

2929 27th Avenue South

~0.2 mi08:30-20:00
+1 833-472-7106Website
Colonial

Supermarket

2100 East Lake Street

~0.6 mi

Crafts

Drawing Co-Op

Craft

~0.2 mi

Books

Uncle Hugo's Science Fiction & Uncle Edgar's Mystery Bookstore

Books

2716 East 31st Street

~0.2 miMo-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 12:00-17:00
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Moon Palace Books

Books

3032 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.2 miMo-Sa 11:00-18:30; Su 12:00-17:00
+1 612 454 0455Website

Dry Cleanings

Elite Dry Cleaners

Dry Cleaning

3101 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.2 mi
+1 612 721 3141Website

Laundrys

Laundromax

Laundry

3225 East Lake Street

~0.2 mi
+1-612-870-3766
HD Laundry

Laundry

~0.6 mi

Arts

Ricardo Levins Morales Art Studio

Art

3260 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.4 miTu,Th,Sa 10:00-15:00; We 12:00-18:00
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Second Hands

Time Bomb Vintage

Second Hand

3543 East Lake Street

~0.4 mi

Charitys

Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Charity

~0.5 miTu-Fr 10:00-18:00; Sa 10:00-16:00
+1-612-588-3820Website

Alcohols

Hi Lake Liquors

Alcohol

~0.5 mi

Variety Stores

Dollar General

Variety Store

~0.5 mi

Social Facilitys

Soup for You!

Social Facility

2730 East 31st Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 12:00-13:00
+1-612-978-7974Website
Soup For You! Groceries Distribution

Social Facility

2730 East 31st Street

~0.2 mi
+1-612-978-7974Website

Fuels

MotoMart

Fuel

3301 Hiawatha Avenue

~0.5 mi
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Artworks

Return Journey

Artwork

~0.5 mi

Recyclings

Free Geek Twin Cities

Recycling

2537 25th Avenue South

~0.6 miWe-Su 12:00-18:00
+1 612-223-5967Website