Move-in day has come and gone, and South Loop’s newest residents are all asking the same question: where’s the good food nearby?
If you’re settling into life at Columbia College Chicago or Roosevelt University, just a few blocks from Grant Park, Himalayan Restaurant at 606 S. Wabash Avenue is worth adding to your rotation. We’ve been feeding downtown Chicago authentic Nepalese and North Indian food since 2003 — long enough to know what a student budget actually looks like, and how to make a plate that’s worth splitting with a roommate.
Why we’re an easy add to your routine
We’re a short walk from both campuses — close enough for a lunch break between classes, and close enough to grab dinner without derailing your evening. No reservations, no dress code, just a warm dining room and food that doesn’t taste like a compromise.
Budget-friendly picks
Momo dumplings — Nepal’s most-loved street food, and our signature dish. Steamed, fried, in soup, or tossed in chili — order a plate to split, or make it your whole meal. Chicken, paneer, and vegetable fillings are all on the menu, with a vegan option too.
Express Lunch, Big Plate or Grand Plate — the fastest way to a full meal here. Pick your entrees, and it comes with rice, naan, and a side, served on one tray so you’re in and out fast. Built for exactly this kind of weekday lunch run.
Vegetarian & vegan options — our menu has a dedicated filter for both, spanning appetizers through entrees, so plant-based eating here is never an afterthought.
The practical details
Address: 606 S. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605 — walking distance from both Columbia College and Roosevelt University, a few blocks off Grant Park.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11am–3pm & 4–9pm · Friday 12pm–3pm & 4–9:30pm · Saturday–Sunday 12pm–3pm & 4–9:30pm.
Phone: 312.877.5999
Ordering: Dine in, or order online for pickup or delivery — handy on days you’d rather study than sit down.
Feeding a group for a dorm gathering or a study group that turned into dinner? Our Family Meal Deals are built for splitting a few ways.
See the full South Loop menu — and welcome to the neighborhood.