Himalayan Curry And Grill, San Diego

Guests at Himalayan Curry & Grill all seem to agree: its Nepalese, Indian, and Tibetan cuisine is worth writing home about. Some praise its authenticity, noting the spices and aromatics that flavor the food; others, the stellar customer service, as well as the spacious and elegant dining room.

They also tend to agree on what to order there, with customer favorites including:

• Vegetable samosas: pastry puffs filled with green peas, spices, and potatoes, then deep-fried
• Lamb curry: boneless lamb simmered in a tomato sauce with onions, herbs, and spices
• Himalayan balti: chicken, lamb, shrimp, and veggies cooked in an onion-tomato sauce with aromatics
• Malai kofta: a mixture of potatoes, cheese, cashews, and spices formed into balls and cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce with spices and herbs
• Mixed tandoori: marinated chicken, shrimp, and lamb grilled in a tandoor and served with sautéed vegetables