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Tara's Himalayan Cuisine
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Tara's Himalayan Cuisine
8.1
A cozy Himalayan-Nepali restaurant with strong Indian crossover dishes, known for comforting stews and well-seasoned curries. The kitchen shines on momos and thukpa, making it a slightly off-the-radar choice for Westside diners who want something beyond standard fare.
Must-Try Dishes:
Thukpa (Sherpa’s Stew), Chicken Momos, Butter Chicken
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Himalayan comfort dishes paired with solid Indian classics.
Who should go: Momo fans and curry eaters seeking variety.
When to visit: Cool evenings when soup and momos hit best.
What to order: Thukpa, chicken momos, butter chicken.
Insider tip: Go on weekend lunch for the momo-focused specials.
Tara's Himalayan Cuisine
8.3
A warm, softly lit Himalayan/Nepalese favorite where fragrant curries and dumplings do the talking. The kitchen leans into slow-cooked depth—thukpa, momo, and goat curries are the moves—while keeping prices gentle for the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steamed Chicken Momos, Thukpa Noodle Soup, Khasi Ko Masu (Goat Curry)
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Nepalese-leaning Himalayan menu with strong local following on Venice Blvd.
Who should go: Dumpling fans and cozy curry seekers.
When to visit: Cool evenings for soup + momos.
What to order: Chicken momos, thukpa, goat curry with naan.
Insider tip: Pair momos with their house chili-tomato achar.