Yasser H.
Yelp
I have been going to Himalaya Grocers for quite some time now and asking myself the question of why I have never written a review for them. This last visit was due to shortage of Lentil and dates. I found out that the owner has opened another location on Barker Cypress and Hwy290.
As previously mentioned, I needed 2 specific kinds of Lentils: Masoor and Malka Masoor. I didn't need to go any further than Himalaya. Got both items 4lbs each. While strolling through the store, I started grabbing extra items: Zeera (cumin), Dhaniya (Coriander), Haldi (Turmeric), red chilli powder, mustard seeds, Kalonji, Fenugreek, Achar (indian spice dip), and a few more Indian grocery items. I was able to complete my spontaneous extended grocery list.
Being the month of Ramadan, I also needed dates and they had a solid collection. Btw, they also usually have samosas at the counter which are made fresh daily. Overall the service is great. They have this one chick who runs the store daily and is pretty cordial and helpful to customers. I have run into the owner a few times and he is very polite and courteous.
Himalaya is a tad less expensive than other competitors and you can find a wide range of authentic Indian grocery and snack items which are fresh and not outdated. Make sure to check out their frozen ice cream section and the Haldi Ram snack item section.