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Himal Chuli

318 State St, Madison, WI 53703-2021
(608) 251-9225
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Ranked #43 of 550 restaurants in Madison
Cuisines: Vegetarian
Most recent review
- May 15, 2013
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

I've eaten at this homey vegetarian tibetan kitchen a few times while visiting Madison and I always want to go back. The casual but inviting atmosphere and the vegetarian dumplings are a highlight. The Tuk-Pa (spicy soup with dumplings) is not to be missed. It was the perfect thing on a snowy/windy evening. The service was friendly. I only wish... More

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San Francisco, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2013

I love this resaurant, and have been eating here for over 25 years...it never gets tired. It is on State Street, has easy parking located around it, and is authentic (I've eaten in various places in Nepal for comparison). Service is kind, atmosphere is inviting, and the food warms the soul. It serves both meat and many vegetarian options. I... More

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Washington DC
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10 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2013

I recently dined at Himal Chuli with my friends, and we had a great meal. This restaurants has many vegetarian options, and lots of plates that include many of the menu items. All of my friends got different dishes so I was able to taste a variety of foods, and each one was delicious! One thing that is a little... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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4 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 18, 2012

The foot was great, and as far as I can tell, authentic. I had the Chicken Sikar and loved it. There's also a good selection of vegetarian options. The staff was also very friendly and helpful to our group of six who had never eaten Nepalese food before and didn't know where to start looking at the menu.

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61 reviews 61 reviews
47 restaurant reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2012

Nice little place. Food was great--the somosa and flat break are really good. I had the chicken salad, which was also really good. They did mess up my friends order. They apologized, but that was all. She was hungry, so didn't push it back. Overall, very good food, and I would go back if I was in town.

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33 restaurant reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2012 via mobile

Compared to other places we ate in Madison, the food was good and perhaps authentic in regards. The portions, however were relatively small given the pricing. I left with my palette satiated but my belly still somewhat wanting. I had the vegetarian platter and it was good. The lentils were delicious and the service was sound for a busy Saturday... More

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Waterloo, Iowa
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47 restaurant reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

The chicken sikar was very flavorful, with the warm, earthy spices and a slight bit of heat that was just right. The dumplings with tomato sauce were my favorite from the combination plate... The tarkari with spinach, potatoes and black eyed peas was also delicious. The serving size was a bit on the small size for my appetite, but I... More

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Annapolis, Maryland
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10 restaurant reviews
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012

The dishes were beautifully flavored. We had read in other reviews that some dishes were bland, but that wasn't our experience at all. We asked for recommendations for items with a little heat and we weren't disappointed. The tama tarkari was excellent; it had more subtle spices than an Indian curry, but was very flavorful. Peda, for dessert, was unusual... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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7 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2012 via mobile

There's such a selection and it all sounds good, I'll definitely be back! I'm not a vegetarian but the vegetarian dishes are very good. Thankfully in Madison there are non American restaurants like this, much better than American food. Great fast and friendly service as well.

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Kewaunee, Wisconsin, United States
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 1, 2012

The consensus from all three members of our party is blah. The food was luke warm and very bland. Cafeteria food has more flavor. I had a beef dish, the beef was poor quality. My friends had a lifeless cauliflower dish. If you enjoy well prepared tasty food from other cultures skip this place.

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