Himalayan Cuisine SF in San Francisco, CA

4.8(2,275)$10–20San Francisco, CA
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Highly rated at 4.8 stars with 2275 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

San Francisco, CA • Price $10–20 • 4.8★
Himalayan Cuisine SF is an Indian buffet located at 1412 Polk St in San Francisco, CA. This establishment has earned a strong reputation with a 4.8-star rating from 2275 reviews. The restaurant offers dine-in service, no-contact delivery, and takeout options. Pricing falls within the $10–20 range. For those seeking an Indian buffet experience in San Francisco, Himalayan Cuisine SF provides a well-regarded option with multiple ways to enjoy their offerings.

Good to know

  • Himalayan Cuisine SF has a listed address in San Francisco, CA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.8-star rating from 2,275 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
1412 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 359-1236
Today
11 AM–11 PM
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.8 (2,275 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
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
17/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Under $16 per person
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

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

Trusted Rating

✅ 4.7 weighted · 2,275 reviews
4.7weighted · raw 4.8 from 2,275 reviews(↓ 0.10 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median2,275 / 606 median
03,030 (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 (4.8) with the city average (4.33) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3030+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11 AM–11 PM
monday
11 AM–11 PM
saturday
11 AM–11 PM
sunday
11 AM–11 PM
thursday
11 AM–11 PM
tuesday
11 AM–11 PM
wednesday
11 AM–11 PM

Pricing

Price range $10–20
Price range$10–20

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

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

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Limited vegetarian optionsQuietStreet parkingWaiter serviceDogs allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual CozyGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutDeliveryOutdoor SeatingHeated Outdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

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

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

16 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chicken Tikka Masala$21.2426 mentions
  • Butter Chicken$21.2418 mentions
  • Chicken Curry$18.7412 mentions
  • Chicken Tandoori$18.748 mentions
  • Gulab Jamun$4.998 mentions
  • Himalayan Tandoori Chicken Salad$18.747 mentions
  • Saag Paneer$18.747 mentions
  • Paneer Tikka Masala$19.996 mentions
  • Dahi Puri Chaat$9.995 mentions
  • Himalayan Veggie Chili Momo / 'c' Momo$17.494 mentions
  • Veggie Pakora$8.744 mentions
  • Himalayan Veggie Jhol Momo$17.494 mentions
  • Himalayan Chicken Chow Mein$18.744 mentions
  • Lamb Korma$23.744 mentions
  • Lamb Biryani$23.744 mentions
  • Malai Kofta$19.993 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

71 items with prices
  • Veggie Pakora$8.74

    Mixed vegetables fried in a fritter with chickpea flour.

  • Veggie Samosa$8.74

    Pastry loaded with spicy potatoes, green peas and served with mint and tamarind chutneys. A mildly spiced potato, and vegetable filled golden fried pastry. Served with tamarind and mint sauce.

  • Vegetable Spring Roll$8.74

    Vegetables in a thin crispy wrapper cooked in deep fried oil.

  • Shrimp Spring Roll (per order 6 pcs)$12.49

    Shrimp in a thin crispy wrapper cooked in deep fried oil.

  • Chicken Choila$14.99

    Hot grilled chicken marinated with green chilies, fresh ginger, garlic, and Nepalese herbs.

  • Chicken Soup$14.99

    Boneless chicken Cube with Himalayan Spices.

  • Lentil Soup$12.49

    Yellow lentil with garlic, ginger, onion, tomato, cumin and cilantro.

  • Dahi Puri Chaat$9.99

    Crispy Semolina puri filled with bean sprouts, sev, yogurts, tamarind, and mint chutney.

  • Samosa Chaat$12.49

    Vegetable samosa mixed with garbanzo, fresh tomatoes, chopped onions, and chaat spice. Topped with yogurt and tamarind sauce.

  • Chicken Chilly$16.24

    Chicken fried with bell peppers,garlic,chili sauce & soya sauce.

  • Himalayan Chicken Wings 10 pieces$20.00

    Marinated chicken wings cooked in hot zesty sauce served with Himalayan spices.

  • Himalayan Chicken Wings 15 pieces$27.49

    Marinated chicken wings cooked in hot zesty sauce served with Himalayan spices.

  • Chicken Wraps$14.99

    Tandoori chicken with chutney sauce, wrapped in an oven fresh naan.

  • Vegetable Wraps$13.74

    Mixed vegetables with chutney sauce, wrapped in an oven fresh naan

  • Himalayan Mix Vegetable$17.49

    Gobi, bell peppers, green beans, broccoli, carrot, potato, tomato, red onion, and peas.

  • Okra / Bhindi Masala$16.24

    Okra cooked with chopped onions, fresh garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and spices.

  • Aloo Gobi$17.49

    Potatoes, cauliflower, and green peas cooked with cumin seeds, onions, fresh tomatoes, garlic, and ginger.

  • Baingan Bharta$17.49

    Oven Roasted eggplants in onions sauce with tomatoes, spices and herbs.

  • Saag Paneer$18.74

    Homemade Indian cheese cubes cooked with puréed spinach cream sauce and mild spice.

  • Paneer Tikka Masala$19.99

    Homemade Indian cheese, dried nuts, onions, green peppers, cooked in tomatoes, cream sauce, and spices.

  • Chana Masala$13.74

    Chickpeas cooked with mild spices, fresh ginger, coriander, tomatoes, and onions.

  • Vegetable Korma$17.49

    Fresh vegetables cooked onion, cashew, almond, coconut & rich creamy sauce

  • Malai kofta$19.99

    Vegetarian ball/dumplings made with paneer, carrots,potatoes,green peas and tikka masala sauce.

  • Yellow Dal$12.49

    Yellow lentils seasonal with garlic, ginger, onion, tomato, cumin, and cilantro.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

2,275 reviews

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What is the rating of Himalayan Cuisine SF?

Himalayan Cuisine SF has a 4.8-star rating based on 2275 customer reviews.