• Himalayan Kitchen

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Lacto
Indian
Buffet
Take-out
Tibetan, Nepalese
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. Authentic Himalayan cuisine. Daily lunch buffet. Meat-based but veg choices are limited in Durango. A la carte menu has a vegetarian entrees section of which a couple dishes are vegan. Open Mon-Thu 11:00am-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-9:30pm.


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15 Reviews

First Review by tesschallis

SimonGruber

Points +818

Vegan
08 Jun 2015

Standard non veg restaurant

We had dinner there. The appatizer i ordered was off. So we just got our main dishes. They tasted very delicious. But overall is was not really top.

Pros: Location

Cons: Not relly well informed staff, Not many vegan options

toddx

Points +67

Vegan
21 Aug 2024

Himaylan Soul Food

Himalayan Kitchen in Durango is a testament to what happens when you get it right—they understand that food is more than just a commodity. The service is sharp and no-nonsense. They’re there when you need them, gone when you don’t, and somehow, they make you feel like the only table in the room.

Let’s cut to the chase: the food. They aren’t playing around with flavors here. The spices don’t just wake up your taste buds—they grab them by the collar and make them pay attention. Each dish explores depth and contrast, where heat isn’t just about burn but about balance. There’s a complexity in how the spices unfold, layer after layer, like a well-told story that leaves you thinking about it long after it’s over.

For us vegans, the Himalayan Kitchen refuses to treat us like an afterthought. You’re not stuck with some half-hearted version of a dish stripped of its soul. Instead, they serve up something crafted with the same care and respect as everything else on the menu—no hollow replicas, just thoughtful, vibrant plates that stand on their own. They’ve taken the time to craft dishes that stand independently, full of vibrant flavors that don’t rely on meat to be memorable. There’s a clarity to the vegan options that shows they care about what they’re putting on the plate—thoughtful, deliberate, and packed with the same intensity as everything else on the menu.

Himalayan Kitchen isn’t just serving food; they’re making a statement. It’s about taking something familiar and making it extraordinary. It’s the kind of place that makes you forget about everything else, where the only thing that matters is the next bite. I’m not asking you to take my word for it. Go, taste for yourself, and feel that pull—the craving for just one more bite.

Pros: Flavor , Portions , Customer Service

Cons: Cannot give it Five Stars

beatingpaperwithink

Points +22

Vegan
18 Jul 2024

Good Vegan Options

Multiple vegan & vegetarian options that are all delicious and filling!

AlohaAndy

Points +45

Vegetarian
07 Jun 2024

Great Vegetarian Selection

Fresh, moderately spicy vegetarian options in exceptional upbeat serene setting. Lunch combo plates of Himalayan / Indian with touch of Austrian finesse was original & tasty!

erinsimons

Points +206

Vegan
02 Feb 2024

Great tasty options

Food was very good. Veggie curry spicy and naan highly recommend.

Pros: Staff was humorous and helpful , Food very tasty, Clean and fast

Baugust

Points +247

Vegan
23 Aug 2023

Excellent.

Ate here a few weeks ago with my (vegetarian) wife. The menu was clear, service was great, and food was excellent. There was plenty of flavor and the food was a little spicy. If I am back in Durango, I will return.

PriyaShahreviews1

Points +13

Vegetarian
02 Jun 2023

Health Hazzard!!!!! beware

Please do not dine here!!!! I found a BIG POINTY PIECE in my food, the host was extremely rude and inconsiderate. I almost swallowed the pointy plastic, but managed to spit it out, she said the plastic is a piece fallen from their garlic container and it's ‘’’ok sweety’’ I found its from our container, and comes back and refills my bowl, I tell her we will not consume this food, then she immediately takes that food away. She refilled to show us rest is good, She said when you came here you were so happy, why are you upset, I told her because I was this close from a medical emergency and a choking hazard, she looks nervous and unapologetic and said she is the owner, what do you want me to do fire my chef, her attitude was despicable. I told her I will write a review and tell the customers to beware, she screams at me hoping this doesn't happen to you in real life, I tell her I hope you don't have to swallow plastic in real life, I was celebrating our kids graduation dinner. Extremely saddened by the service, treatment and unapologetic defensive nature. Please keep your families safe. I will report this further.

ElissaBVegan

Points +2876

Vegan
28 Sep 2022

Solid vegan options

The menu has a vegan section with three options - Annapurna Tofu, Vegetable Curry and Aloo Gobi Tarkari. We were with a group and ordered all three. See pics. They were tasty.

Pros: Vegan section on menu, Tasty Food , Friendly fast service

Cons: No outdoor seating

cwarrick1

Points +1573

Vegan
07 Aug 2022

Yummy lunch

We stopped her and enjoyed their outdoor/street side dining. We order samosa and split the veggie curry. Didn’t think to specify how hot, but it had a good after glow:) good service in a timely manor.

Pros: Good vegan options

Cons: Parking!!! Walked a couple of blocks (in an RV)

ahrjay83

Points +153

Vegan
30 Jul 2021

Great option in Durango with dedicated vegan options

The two entrees and appetizer we had were excellent. They have a dedicated section on the menu with four vegan options. We confirmed appetizer was vegan. Service was pretty slow, but it was also really busy when we arrived. Other people have commented it was pricey, but we thought the amount of food we got was good for the price.

Pros: Dedicated vegan options, Very tasty food, Friendly staff.

Izanowak

Points +542

Vegan
22 May 2021

Delicious

The food is delicious and it's a cute little restaurant. You can eat a lot for a decent price, so it's worth a visit!

Pros: Vegan Friendly, Amazing Food

Cons: A Bit Pricey

LoganMelton

Points +1278

Vegan
12 Apr 2021

Good food... But pricy

The food was rather good but for the price I do wish the servings were a bit bigger. I did go during COVID, so they did not have their buffet open, I suspect the value would have been better if they did.

Pros: Clearly labeled vegan options , Tasty

Cons: Expensive

PranaFood

Points +58

Vegan
26 Sep 2020

Delicious

Had a great meal here. Vegan and vegetarian sections on the menu offered plenty of options!

aliciarobb

Points +203

Vegan
13 Feb 2017

tasty buffet

I've only been there for lunch, but lots of veg choices. The dinner menu had lots of vegetarian options and a few vegan options. Reasonably priced and very tasty

Pros: good value, nice vibe, friendly staff

Cons: would like more vegan options

tesschallis

Points +102

Vegan
29 Mar 2015

Wonderful staff and delicious food

One of my all-time favorite Indian restaurants! The owners and staff are just lovely people, and very happy to accomodate vegans. There is a vegetarian section on the menu, and the vegan items are noted. There is a buffet that usually has several vegan items as well. One of the few places in this region I can get a consistently delicious meal that's reasonably priced and made/served with love!

Pros: has vegan items marked on menu, delicious food, incredibly sweet staff and owners

Cons: not all vegan, serves meat, does not serve brown rice




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