Must-see restaurants in Uttarakhand

  • Chetan Poori Wala

    Uttarakhand

    If you're looking for that authentic (and delicious) local dining experience, you've found it. Unlimited thalis are served on plates made of dried leaves…

  • Lovely Omelette Centre

    Mussoorie

    Mussoorie’s most famous eatery is also its smallest – a cubbyhole along The Mall that serves what many say are the best omelettes in India. The speciality…

  • Little Buddha Cafe

    Rishikesh

    This happening tree-house-style restaurant has an ultraloungey top floor, tables overlooking the Ganges and really good international food. Pizzas are big…

  • Cafe Delmar/Beatles Cafe

    Rishikesh

    A tribute to the Fab Four's stay in Rishikesh is this swinging Beatles-themed cafe hidden down the bazaar leading into Laxman Jhula. The views of the…

  • Rainbow Restaurant

    Uttarakhand

    Sit at tables or cushions on the floor while ordering Indian, Asian, Western or Middle Eastern food, and choose from a long list of healthy, fresh salads…

  • Little Llama Cafe

    Mussoorie

    If you're hankering for Western comfort food, head to this contemporary, multilevel cafe that looks out to amazing valley views. It's run by husband-and…

  • Urban Turban

    Mussoorie

    This Punjabi bistro packs in the flavour, with perfectly spiced veg and nonveg options: the aromatic Turban Tikka Masala rocked our taste buds to a very…

  • Chatsang Cafe

    Rishikesh

    Tastefully decorated with low-lying lightbulbs, reclaimed-crate designer furniture and murals on the walls, Chatsang offers a contemporary variation to…

  • Devraj Coffee Corner

    Rishikesh

    Perched above the bridge and looking across the river to Shri Trayanbakshwar temple, this cafe is a sublime spot for a break at any time of the day. While…

  • Dosa Plaza

    Haridwar

    While it's a chain that's gone global, Dosa Plaza offers a more contemporary choice than the gritty dhaba options close to the train station. There are…

  • Saraswati Sweet & Restaurant

    Uttarakhand

    This busy place with upstairs tables quickly dishes up veg and nonveg momos (Tibetan dumplings; half/full plate ₹20/40) and other Tibetan food, along with…

  • Revive Cafe

    Rishikesh

    Looking over the Ganges is this relaxed glassed-in cafe run by young, friendly, can-do owner, Sandy. It attracts a bohemian crowd, strumming on guitars…

  • Sakley's Restaurant

    Uttarakhand

    Going since 1944, this spotless cafe/bakery near the cable car serves up a range of unusual global items such as spicy Sriracha wings, Thai curries, roast…

  • La-So-Va

    Rishikesh

    A one-man show run by Eshu who cooks up nightly communal feasts of vegetarian and vegan dishes, all freshly made using local and seasonal ingredients. It…

  • Bistro Nirvana

    Rishikesh

    Up the hill on High Bank is this classy little restaurant that's most notable for its menu of nonveg including delicious tandoori-chicken dishes and naans…

  • Oliva

    Rishikesh

    An unexpected find up the hill at Bhandari Swiss Cottage is this Italian-run cafe that serves up authentic wood-fired pizzas and flavoursome pastas – the…

  • Swiss Garden

    Rishikesh

    The current favourite backpacker hang-out in High Bank is this laid-back cafe with outdoor tables under the trees. Here you'll find nonveg on the menu (a…

  • Hotel Krishna Palace

    Uttarakhand

    Gangrotri's main traveller hang-out and best spot to eat is this ultrafriendly restaurant serving up pizzas topped with mozzarella, along with burgers,…

  • Pyramid Cafe

    Rishikesh

    Sit on cushions under open-sided, pyramid-shaped roofs and choose from a menu of home-cooked Indian food, plus a few Tibetan and Continental dishes…

  • Hoshiyar Puri

    Haridwar

    Established in 1937, this place still has a loyal (and well-deserved) local following. The dhal makhani (black lentils and red kidney beans with cream and…

  • Salt & Cravings

    Uttarakhand

    This contemporary bistro connected to Hotel President features one of the more modern and diverse menus of international cuisine in Dehra Dun, including…

  • Kumar Vegetarian & South Indian Restaurant

    Uttarakhand

    This popular, sparkling-clean restaurant serves what surely comes close to the Platonic form of a masala dosa (curried vegetables inside a crisp pancake),…

  • Café de Tavern

    Mussoorie

    Mussoories's most hip casual eatery is a great spot to drop in for pizzas, deep-fried paneer burgers, all-day greasy breakfasts featuring bacon and a…

  • Simba Cafe

    Uttarakhand

    Run by the same team from Rainbow Restaurant in Kasar Devi is this contemporary cafe doing wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches and regional Kumaoni dishes. It's…

  • Garden Restaurant

    Uttarakhand

    In front of Hotel Uttarakhand and enjoying fine Himalayan views, this bamboo and thatch-roofed restaurant is Kausani’s best. The food comprises first…

  • Embassy

    Uttarakhand

    With a wood-lined chalet interior and snappily dressed staff, Embassy has been serving up five pages of menu items since 1964. There's a good terrace for…

  • Moti Mahal

    Uttarakhand

    Locals consistently rate Moti Mahal as one of the best midrange diners along Rajpur Rd. An interesting range of vegetarian and nonvegetarian options…

  • Hotel Gangaputra

    Uttarakhand

    The best spot for Indian food in Gangotri is run by this hard-working team cooking up masala dosas, thalis, mushroom butter masala, paneer curries and…

  • Neelam

    Mussoorie

    Around since 1949, Neelam specialises in paneer dishes, and boasts a long list of Tandoori chicken and lamb. The pick are the dishes from the tawa – a…

  • Ganga Beach Cafe

    Rishikesh

    Ganga Beach is a popular hangout with its awesome riverside location, spacious terrace, floor cushion seating and a big menu including Israeli favourites…

  • Sonam Chowmein Corner

    Uttarakhand

    In the covered alley of the Tibetan Market, this hole-in-the-wall kitchen whips up fabulous momos (dumplings) and chow mein for the best cheap eats in…

  • Haveli Hari Ganga Restaurant

    Haridwar

    The restaurant at this lovely heritage hotel is the classiest in Haridwar. Come for the thali lunch or buffet dinner.

  • Tiwari Hotel

    Uttarakhand

    A popular place on the main strip to escape the cold with a warming cup of chai, as well as samosa, paneer curries and other veg dishes.

  • Madras Cafe

    Rishikesh

    This local institution, in business since 1967, has undergone several facelifts but still dishes up tasty South and North Indian vegetarian food. It does…

  • Rock House Cafe

    Uttarakhand

    Next door to Kripal Guesthouse is this chilled cafe run by a friendly young couple offering a simple menu of pizza, masala dosa and homebaked cookies. It…

  • Big Ben Restaurant

    Haridwar

    Watch the passing parade through the big windows and enjoy some of Haridwar’s best food in this restaurant of mirrors, Hindi pop and polite bowtie…

  • Auli D's Food Plaza

    Uttarakhand

    Featuring a full menu of Indian, Chinese and Continental food, including veg and nonveg choices, this 1st-floor restaurant has plastic tablecloths and…

  • Delhi Darbar Restaurant

    Uttarakhand

    On the main road 100m from the bus station is this restaurant doing typical vegetarian Indian food, including a heap of paneer dishes and paratha (Indian…

  • Jyonar Palace Restaurant

    Uttarakhand

    Locals swear by this hilltop restaurant attached to the Hotel Jyonar Palace for a good meal with lovely views. It has the usual curry and tandoori dishes…

  • Hotel Preetam

    Uttarakhand

    A good spot for a feed is this inviting, brightly lit restaurant doing Punjabi, South Indian and tandoori dishes, along with the usual Indo-Chinese…

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