Fast Break: The Himalayas

A lunch buffet can be the best way to get the most bang for your midday buck, and few buffet options bring as much spice as the authentic Indian and Nepali fare at The Himalayas on Sherwood Forest Boulevard (Map it!). Assembling the perfect plate means entrees, sides and add-ons that round out the platter, and The Himalayas has plenty of choices for each. Pile on the basmati rice and take your pick from signature sides like navaratnam korma (mixed vegetables with creamy sauces), aalu cholay (chickpeas and potatoes) or vegetable pakora (mixed vegetables deep fried in a chickpea batter). It’s the chicken tikka masala, though, that truly zings. Make sure to pick up plenty of naan to soak up the sweetly spicy sauce from the chicken, and get ready to make at least one trip to the buffet for seconds of the all-you-can-eat specialty. The buffet costs $7.95 Tuesday through Friday and $8.95 on weekends. Visit The Himalayas’ website for more information or call 295-4490 to order.—Kaci Yoder