This restaurant came recommended, and I am so glad I took the recommendation. My first time actually trying Nepali food and I am already looking forward to the next. I ordered the chicken sikar, which was so flavorful with just a bit of nicely warming spice. The dal that it came with was superb, as was the tarkari (seasoned vegetables?) that came with it - looks like this offering changes but mine was the “cauli” and it was excellent. A delicious fresh meal for a reasonable price in the perfect casual atmosphere. I may just be back before the trip ends.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hannah V
food is always delicious! very cozy spot on state street, quick service and never have to wait!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
948lalitad
Tiny place but worth the wait! Truly fantastic and delicious Nepali food. If you like Indian food you will love Himal Chuli.
Laxmi Adhikari
The restaurant was decorated very nicely — it really gave a cozy, homelike Nepali vibe. It wasn’t fancy, but it looked just perfect for an authentic Nepali setting. However, the food was quite pricey. I paid $20 for eight pieces of momo, which didn’t have the typical Nepali seasoning; they tasted more like Tibetan dumplings. I also tried the curry and rice, but they were pretty bland and lacked the traditional Nepali flavors I was expecting. While the food did seem healthy, it didn’t truly capture the authentic taste of Nepal. Even one of Nepal’s most popular street foods, chow mein, wasn’t on the menu. As much as the place looked Nepali, the food itself didn’t feel like home at all. Overall, I’d rate this restaurant 2 out of 5.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
S F
This restaurant makes me sad that I don't live in Madison. The service was outstanding and the food was delicious. The flavors were both familiar and new. The daily vegetable specials were truly special. We also tried chicken and lamb and also their bread and dal. As for hot sauce for the dal for spicy deliciousness!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristin Fox
I love this place, a favorite of mine for over 20 years! A true staple to the flavor of State st. I love that the dal taste the same everytime, comfort for the soul. 💚🪴
Dan Martin
Same as it ever was - and that’s a great thing! Simply amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ka'i'ne Al'hasem
Seriously, before you get to Parthenon, stop at the restaurant next door. It's fantastic, if you're in need of good, grounding energy. Beef and chicken buff, and chicken sikar are fantastic. Sergio, who runs it is incredibly wholesome and polite. It's a sanctuary from the busy life right at the capitol
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristine Gallagher
Absolutely our long-time favorite restaurant! First started eating here in 1991. Always order chicken sikar, dahl, roti and mango lassi. What a treat to eat outdoors too.
Really delicious food! Everything we tried was superb! Kathahal vegetable curry was exquisite and I've only had that in home cooking, never in a restaurant... and it was fantastic!
This was my first time having Nepali food and it was very good. They had great vegan options and the staff were really nice too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Muriel Brumley
It’s a small intimate restaurant so if know if you’re coming during busy hours with a large crowd, this may not be right spot. BUT for a small lunch with your girlfriends or a quiet lunch alone, this is perfect! Many vegetarian options with a few meat dishes. The food is very flavorful! My favorites dishes are the appetizer platter with samosas, dal, naan and momos (dumplings) or one of the daily curries. Do yourself the favor a try something new at this place! You won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Russell
Very good food. I am more familiar with Indian food and Himal Chuli is definitely not that. Wonderful dumplings, soups and the family meal with chicken was very tasty as well. Lighter than traditional Indian food but very tasty. I like Himal Chuli a lot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Himal's Combination Platter VG, Dal
Kailey Parks
This was my first time eating Nepalese food and I'm in love! This is a really small restaurant so I'd get there early if you don't have a reservation. Everything was so flavorful and delicious.
This restaurant came recommended, and I am so glad I took the recommendation. My first time actually trying Nepali food and I am already looking forward to the next. I ordered the chicken sikar, which was so flavorful with just a bit of nicely warming spice. The dal that it came with was superb, as was the tarkari (seasoned vegetables?) that came with it - looks like this offering changes but mine was the “cauli” and it was excellent. A delicious fresh meal for a reasonable price in the perfect casual atmosphere. I may just be back before the trip ends.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
food is always delicious! very cozy spot on state street, quick service and never have to wait!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tiny place but worth the wait! Truly fantastic and delicious Nepali food. If you like Indian food you will love Himal Chuli.
The restaurant was decorated very nicely — it really gave a cozy, homelike Nepali vibe. It wasn’t fancy, but it looked just perfect for an authentic Nepali setting.
However, the food was quite pricey. I paid $20 for eight pieces of momo, which didn’t have the typical Nepali seasoning; they tasted more like Tibetan dumplings. I also tried the curry and rice, but they were pretty bland and lacked the traditional Nepali flavors I was expecting.
While the food did seem healthy, it didn’t truly capture the authentic taste of Nepal. Even one of Nepal’s most popular street foods, chow mein, wasn’t on the menu. As much as the place looked Nepali, the food itself didn’t feel like home at all.
Overall, I’d rate this restaurant 2 out of 5.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
This restaurant makes me sad that I don't live in Madison. The service was outstanding and the food was delicious. The flavors were both familiar and new. The daily vegetable specials were truly special. We also tried chicken and lamb and also their bread and dal. As for hot sauce for the dal for spicy deliciousness!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love this place, a favorite of mine for over 20 years! A true staple to the flavor of State st. I love that the dal taste the same everytime, comfort for the soul. 💚🪴
Same as it ever was - and that’s a great thing! Simply amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seriously, before you get to Parthenon, stop at the restaurant next door. It's fantastic, if you're in need of good, grounding energy. Beef and chicken buff, and chicken sikar are fantastic. Sergio, who runs it is incredibly wholesome and polite. It's a sanctuary from the busy life right at the capitol
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely our long-time favorite restaurant! First started eating here in 1991. Always order chicken sikar, dahl, roti and mango lassi. What a treat to eat outdoors too.
Many vegetarian options as well.
MSN’S NO 1 RESTAURANT IS HIMAL CHULI!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dal, Roti, Roti Flatbread, Chicken Sikar and Combo Platter
Himal Chuli has been on State for as long as I can remember and is the most delicious Nepalian Indian food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Really delicious food! Everything we tried was superb! Kathahal vegetable curry was exquisite and I've only had that in home cooking, never in a restaurant... and it was fantastic!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veg Combination Platter, Dumpling, Tofu Buff, Vegetarian Momo
This was my first time having Nepali food and it was very good. They had great vegan options and the staff were really nice too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It’s a small intimate restaurant so if know if you’re coming during busy hours with a large crowd, this may not be right spot. BUT for a small lunch with your girlfriends or a quiet lunch alone, this is perfect! Many vegetarian options with a few meat dishes. The food is very flavorful! My favorites dishes are the appetizer platter with samosas, dal, naan and momos (dumplings) or one of the daily curries. Do yourself the favor a try something new at this place! You won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good food. I am more familiar with Indian food and Himal Chuli is definitely not that. Wonderful dumplings, soups and the family meal with chicken was very tasty as well. Lighter than traditional Indian food but very tasty. I like Himal Chuli a lot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Himal's Combination Platter VG, Dal
This was my first time eating Nepalese food and I'm in love! This is a really small restaurant so I'd get there early if you don't have a reservation. Everything was so flavorful and delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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