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Himalayan Java

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Unfussy, counter-serve outlet offering coffee drinks alongside baked goods & Tibetan dumplings. People often mention coffee, good, great, Omaha, chai, Himalayan, momos, nice, atmosphere, shop,


Address

329 S 16th St #1, Omaha, NE 68102

Contact

(402) 504-1498

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (344 reviews)

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Working Hours

Permanently closed.

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (41) good (18) great (12) Omaha (11) chai (10) Himalayan (9) momos (8) nice (8) atmosphere (8) shop (8)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Thuy K. 5 years ago on Google • 154 reviews
    This place was the best part of my Omaha trip. The vibe is super chill and cozy. The staff were super friendly and made me feel very welcomed. I happened to be in town on a Wednesday so, of course, I had to try the momos for the first time. They were absolutely delicious. The filling was very well seasoned and the size were huge so I was stuffed after 8 of them. The best part though was the spicy sauce. I would have been glad to just buy the sauce in a bottle to put on everything. I also had a smoothie and some Himalayan soup. All good, all worth the treck in the snow. Wish we had one in Atlanta.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ed K. 5 years ago on Google • 63 reviews
    Amazing coffee, the most authentic momo’s I’ve had since Butwal, Nepal. The owner Sloger is super friendly and helpful. I had the privilege to show him my pictures from the original Himalayan java in Kathmandu. I can’t wait to come back to Omaha to visit.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ellen G. 4 years ago on Google • 15 reviews
    A little gem in downtown Omaha. Order the Momos, a Himalayan dumpling, you will NOT be disappointed. Iced Americano was excellent also. Good service + nice atmosphere.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizabeth D. 4 years ago on Google
    The best coffee around and served by some of the friendliest staff around. Not only is the coffee fantastic, the food is amazing! The right amounts of spices and great flavors. Highly recommend!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brianna T. 4 years ago on Google
    We had the egg sandwich, vegan donuts, peach summer tea, and iced coffee and they were all excellent. Atmosphere is quaint and inviting with cozy chairs and work space. The egg sandwich was as excellent value, but not too notch. Still well worth it. Service was good and fast. This was a Saturday around noon.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt W. 5 years ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Good people, good food and atmosphere. My wife and I come often for the momos. She is from Kathmandu, and these are the best authentic Nepali momos we've found in the States. Very happy to have a place like this in town.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nyaleng E. 4 years ago on Google
    typically order an iced chai latte w/ 5shots of espresso :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Madelyn 4 years ago on Google • 138 reviews
    Come for the momos (Tibetan dumplings) on Wednesdays and Saturdays (11:30-1:30)! They’re delicious! The spices are perfect and getting the blend of the spicy sauces gives you a kick but doesn’t leave you sweating. I also recommend the Himalayan chai. The coffee is also quite strong and delicious.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joo C. 5 years ago on Google • 75 reviews
    Even if you don't drink coffee you should go and try their chai latte. So tasty! And all staff there are really nice and friendly!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alexander 5 years ago on Google • 71 reviews
    I have been here a couple times now. The place has a great staff & wide selection of coffees & snacks. The shop itself is quite large and has ample seating. Lots of board games, tables & space for books, laptops etc. On any trip in you can observe numerous college kids sipping coffee & doing homework etc. I personally enjoyed the view out front and the people watching from it. Downtown Omaha has no shortage of interesting personalities on display. I would definitely recommend this coffee shop if you're in the area. My only complaint would be the back in, parking out front. It's caused me to skip this place and go to another nearby coffee shop on more then one occasion.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angela P. 5 years ago on Google • 29 reviews
    One darn sexy cup of café. Friendly does not begin to describe the people who work here. They go above and beyond to learn your name and remember it along with your favorite drink order. it is definitely a coffee shop you can effectively work from if you still use paper and need to have something printed. There is space to sit outside and enjoy the weather and plenty of sitting inside as well. Take a minute or two to look over the menu. Their food offerings are definitely ethnic and definitely worth trying.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jean L. 4 years ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Cinnamon pound cake... nom nom nom. I would COME BACK to Omaha for this! I would have this shipped to me before I ordered Omaha Steaks online! Perfect fusion of sugar, almond, cinnamon and vanilla— it’s PERFECT. GREAT with coffee or solo!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tony P. 4 years ago on Google
    Good coffee, both Expresso and brew, pretty good food, nice service from nice people.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tim N. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice eclectic space to visit, study, or just sit & enjoy your coffee. Coffee was good. I had a cup with a shot of espresso. It was good. Not life-changing, just good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bret O. 4 years ago on Google
    Their iced coffee is awesome. It is a darker roast, but if you're into that - it's perfect.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 M H. 4 years ago on Google
    Best coffee downtown, hands down. Cool, laid back atmosphere as well
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ben C. 4 years ago on Google
    This was another good stop for a morning start up. Comfortable space - great couch - and a tasty Himalayan chai. Staff were friendly and engaging.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phillip S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee, peaceful atmosphere, lots of books to read!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonathan P. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent vibe, great prices and service!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Forrest P. 4 years ago on Google
    Gem of a cafe!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Domega7 4 years ago on Google
    I'm not a big coffee drinker but this is some good coffee!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yveline J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great tasting coffee, chai and the sandwiches were of good size. Friendly customer service. My daughter and I enjoyed a game of checkers that was available on the table.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rick L. 4 years ago on Google
    Service was good! Limited selection of eats, but I was there late too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vanessa Julia C. 4 years ago on Google
    Enjoyable atmosphere, peaceful and warm. Great street food on Wednesdays, tasty momos from Nepal. Perfect spot to read and have a coffee, or have a wonderful lunch break.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samantha S. 4 years ago on Google
    So good! Everything I have ordered so far has been so delicious and the staff is great! They always help me find a drink that I would like because I am not a huge coffee drinker and everything I have tried so far has been delicious. Top recommendations are honey latte and the honey hot lemon tea.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Small Guy P. 3 years ago on Google
    Since I had the day off, we decided to stop down to Himalayan Java for a lunchtime snack. Sag, the owner, is the man and I really liked the place. The spot had a neighborhood feel and that shined through as Sag greeted so many of the customers with handshakes and/or hugs. The hot chocolate and coffees were all good as well as the cinnamon coffee cake that we ordered. We even got to try some Mo Mo which was pretty excellent. The sauce used has a very unique flavor that tastes like ginger and some kind of curry. There is probably more to it than that I'm sure. The service was wonderful and the cashier even remembered my name. That coupled with the way the owner interacts with the customers would bring me back. I'm a huge fan establishments effete the owner mashes a point to be out on the floor.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 max k. 4 years ago on Google
    This is my favorite coffee shop in the old market area. The outdoor seating is nice and the indoor is comfortable as well. They seem to allow dogs in which is cool. Coffee selection is massive. Coffee strength and flavor is amazing! The eats they have are good. Prices are well. I'd come here over Starbucks any day of the week! The Browniecinno is amazing! Or just straight iced coffee is good too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizabeth S. 4 years ago on Google
    The Himalayan Chai is great, the paninis are tasty and the chicken momos are the highlight of my Wednesday.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 William S. 4 years ago on Google
    The honey lemon green tea is exactly what my sore throat needed, and it's always a chill come in this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eric B. 4 years ago on Google
    One of best coffee shops in downtown omaha
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 MAHESH K S. 4 years ago on Google
    I loved the unique ambience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Holly O. 4 years ago on Google
    Place was wonderful great ppl and great place to just chill
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carol R. 4 years ago on Google
    The coffee is the best in town!! The staff are always so nice and accommodating. It is my winter Sunday spot! Food is tasty too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ryan R. 4 years ago on Google
    If you are looking for a new place for lunch or coffee be sure to add this to your list. The paninis have great flavor combinations and the service can't be beat!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carol M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good chai (Original) Good chai
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sandesh P. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice ambiance. I ordered Chai Latte and Chicken sandwich and I enjoyed both. I will be returning very soon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacquie D. 4 years ago on Google
    Best lunch, coffee & tea around Omaha. Try their cranberry turkey sandwich and hot honey ginger tea!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonni M. 4 years ago on Google
    Yum Himalayan chai, quite similar to an Indian chai. Kids loved their hot chocolate. Staff were really helpful and nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Omar A. 4 years ago on Google
    This is the best coffee shop in town, the people are lovely and great be around. They roast their coffee in house, and if you know anything about coffee, you know just how important that is. Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lexi C. 4 years ago on Google
    Bottomless coffee and great vibes! A hidden gem in Omaha.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 The BLK S. 4 years ago on Google
    One of Omaha’s BEST coffee shop. Wednesday and Fridays they do their Omaha Famous Momos! Stop in for a friendly smile anytime though!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Volha S. 4 years ago on Google
    A cozy coffee shop with great coffee drinks, delicious sandwiches and friendly folks behind the counter!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Molly S. 4 years ago on Google • 119 reviews
    Nice place to stop in for a coffee and a pastry. Cozy atmosphere and welcoming staff, I could spend hours in here hanging out, sipping coffee and reading a good book

  • 5/5 Ashton P. 3 years ago on Google
    The worker was the nicest person I've ever met in my life!!

  • 5/5 Jase K. 3 years ago on Google
    First time trying. Came in for an iced coffee, ended up getting a whole spread. Had the chicken masala sandwich and the pork momos (dumplings) for lunch on 07/16/20. So much deliciousness!! 100 percent coming back.

  • 5/5 Ali G. 3 years ago on Google
    The best chai latte I’ve ever had, I got from here! I’ll definitely be back!

  • 5/5 BV 5 years ago on Google
    Love this fantastic little cafe in downtown Omaha! We were in town for a wedding, staying right around the corner at the Residence Inn, when I found this little gem. I don't mind walking a couple blocks through blustering cold winds for a good cup off coffee and a quaint place to hang out for a bit—Himalayan Java is the perfect spot. The building is very unassuming but the interior transports you out of Nebraska with it's huge Everest poster, welcoming couches, and colorful flags swooping from the ceiling. The coffee is delicious, I stuck with my usual latte while my MIL quite enjoyed an Americana. We were very temped by the large assortment of lovely pastries, trying a raspberry scone—it was really good—and had plans to go back for lunch to try the "momos", which another customer raved about, but alas were caught up in wedding festivities. Next time! I highly recommend taking a break for coffee and treats in this inviting cafe.

  • 5/5 Shania W. 4 years ago on Google
    Good atmosphere for homework amd relaxation.

  • 5/5 Twisted C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere! Cozy, comfy, warm and welcoming.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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