Himalayan Heritage
2305 18th St., NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-483-9300
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan
Cuisines: Indian
Opening Hours:
Open for lunch Monday through Saturday 11:30 to 3. Open for dinner Sunday through Thursday 5:30 to 10:30; Friday and Saturday 5:30 to 11.
Nearby Metro Stops: Woodly Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan
Price Range: Inexpensive
Dress: Informal
Noise Level: Intimate
Reservations: Not Needed
Website: http://www.himalayanheritagedc.com
Best Dishes:
Batter-fried cauliflower; aloo chaat salad; rice-flour flatbread with minced chicken; momo dumplings with tomato sauce; mixed bread basket; shredded carrot dessert.
Why go: The hot zing and smoky spices of Indian and Nepalese cuisines get the spotlight at this dimly lit haunt that feels far more ornate than its Adams Morgan neighbors.
What to get: Steamed purses of vegetables or ground chicken known as momo dumplings; battered cauliflower in a spicy, ketchup-based sauce; aloo chaat salad, a cooling mixture of chickpeas, potatoes, and fried crackers; mixed bread basket; grated carrots cooked in milk and butter and topped with ground pistachios.
Best for: A date—ask for one of the cushioned banquettes.
Insider tip: A number of dishes include a protein with a sauce of peppers, ginger, and green chili—check the menu carefully to avoid redundancy.
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