Himali Bistro — Restaurant in Burlingame

Great place to have Nepali cuisine. We came for dinner and we got seated right away. The interior is neat and the restaurant is considered very quiet so you can talk nicely. The dishes majority similar to Indian dishes and some chinese dishes. We ordered momo, Himali chili chicken for the appetizer. Both are yummy. The chicken is nicely cooked and the medium spicy gives just a good kick. The chicken momo is juicy and the skin is not too thick. For entrees, we order Dal Bhat tarkari with lamb curry. It was a good choice and recommended by our server as try to decide on this on or lamb shank. The lamb is perfectly cooked. It is interesting that it almost tasted like Indonesian rendang on the lighter side. The lentil soup is yummy. The veggie is a bit on the sweet side. We also ordered garlic naan and it is one of the best I ever had before. Service was good and will visit again next time to try other dishes. Price wise it...

Fantastic spot for authentic Nepali food. We came for dinner and were seated immediately. The dining area was clean, cozy, and pleasantly quiet—perfect for conversation. The menu blends Nepali favorites with influences from Indian and Chinese cuisine.

We started with the Chicken Momo and Himali Chili Chicken. Both were excellent—the chicken was tender with just the right amount of heat, and the momos were juicy with thin, delicate wrappers.

For our main course, we tried the Dal Bhat Tarkari with Lamb Curry, which our server recommended over the lamb shank. The lamb was cooked perfectly and had a flavor reminiscent of a lighter Indonesian rendang. The lentil soup was flavorful, and the vegetables had a subtle sweetness that balanced the meal nicely. The garlic naan stood out—it might be one of the best I’ve had.

Service was attentive, prices were fair, and we’ll definitely be back to sample more...

A fantastic bistro-style restaurant offering a relaxed yet comfortable setting. The meals are top-notch!

For appetizers, we had Kwati (a traditional Nepali bean soup), momos (steamed dumplings), and garlic naan. The Kwati was incredibly flavorful, made with fresh ingredients, and had a delightful aftertaste from the spices—very impressive.

For entrées, we ordered Biryani, Bheda Ko Masu (Nepali lamb curry), and Paneer Tikka Masala. The aromatic rice that accompanies these dishes was excellent, and the lamb was simmered in curry until tender, absorbing all the rich flavors.

The service was great too. The owners were incredibly friendly when it comes to introducing Nepali cuisine, and they had a wonderful sense of humor.

Overall, I was highly impressed by their masterful use of spices, creating an aroma and taste that is elegant, nuanced, and very approachable—even for those accustomed to...