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Producer’s Pick

By Deena Dray Executive director, Diamond Head Theatre

Oct. 9, 2016

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Garlic naan and various side dishes surround a mixed tandoori grill plate at Himalayan Kitchen in Kaimuki. The restaurant serves a wide variety of Indian foods.

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Himalayan Kitchen

Full disclosure: I am not any kind of expert on Indian or Nepali food. But I know what I like, and I love Himalayan Kitchen.

Being near the theater makes Himalayan Kitchen a perfect and convenient stop between shows or on the way home. I order Goa Shrimp. Mild. With plain toasted naan. Every time. It is just delicious.

I’m not proud of being so unadventurous. Every visit, I vow to try something new. I open the menu, look it over intently and “Goa Shrimp” comes out of my mouth.

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My husband and my co-workers are more daring. Hubby likes all the lamb dishes, and the staff are fans of the Korma Curry (usually with chicken or lamb) and Kathmandu Aloo Paneer Chili. Someday I will try them.

The restaurant also serves beer and wine, completing the dinner experience.

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Himalayan Kitchen, 1137 11th Ave., Kaimuki; 735-1122. Lunch, dinner. $$