7 Best Cafes In Shimla That No Foodie Should Miss

Shimla is a well-known and world famous place in India. Nature has blessed it with the spectacular green forests, snow-covered mountains, and a number of lakes. However, you can get a lot more than only natural sightseeing. From shopping to dining, you can enjoy each and every moment in this place. 

Shimla is offering a great range of cafés in which you will get some delicious food along with the nice welcoming and comforting environment, and not to miss some extraordinary views. If you want to take a heartwarming breakfast and spend some relaxing time, then just visit these popular cafés in your next Shimla visit. 

Que Cafe 

You can spend some time without any interruption in a calm and peaceful place like this. This famous café is located at Torrentium Lodge in Chota Shimla of Himachal Pradesh. Just continue reading a book while enjoying the coffee. The staff is very helpful and friendly. You can take help from them for the right food suggestion.

Location: Torrentium Lodge, Chota Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India, Shimla
Timings: 10:30 am - 10:30 pm

Cafe Sol 

Cafe Sol is situated at the famous Mall Road of Shimla. It is a pleasant place, offering a huge number of food items from around the world. In this place, you will have your salads with a proper combination of fresh fruits, vegetables along with a flavorful and perfect seasoning. 

Its special dish is “Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken” that is served with the fresh lettuce along with parmesan cheese and oregano croutons. The delicious Caesar dressing is specifically popular. If you are a seafood lover then do not miss a chance to taste its grilled fish, accompanied with the finger chips (spicy) along with semi-roasted vegetables. The fish is cooked with a bit tangy flavor.

Cafe Sol is also famous for its classic prawns in Shimla. A famous prawn preparation is prawns with hot garlic sauce with the herb butter accompaniment. You will just love to have the Turkish Pita Platter. Roasted vegetables, Pita pockets as well as other Turkish snacks served with the mixture of dips like hummus and tzatziki are also amazing. The Vienna Espresso in addition to the mind-blowing smell of coffee (freshly ground) can be a preferred option. 

Location: Opposite Tourism Lift, Mall Rd, The Mall, Shimla
Timings: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

Willow Banks 

Willow Banks is a prominent hotel in Shimla. It offers various services to the customers including Cookhouse and Bar, Cafe, Spa, Salon, Gym, Recreation, Travel Desk, and Banquet Hall. It is famous and reputed cafe is Cafe Simla Times. Most of the travelers do not miss a chance to pay their visit to this place. It is a lavish place with its relaxed vibe, artistic setting, and above all –its food. 

The place is decorated with wonderful sketches depicting the famous spots of the town. The visitors hardly forget to visit the vintage model of a car standing in the outer part of the café. The café serves a range of Indian, American, continental, and Italian dishes. 

Location: The Mall Road, Shimla
Timings: 12:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Indian Coffee House 

You should not confuse it with the famous South Indian chain restaurant. You will get the soulful taste of the mind-blowing South Indian-style filter coffee here. It offers the most authentic and smoothest filter coffee in the Shimla. 

Location: 3, Mall Rd, Gunj Bazar, Shimla
Timings: 10:00 am - 8:30 pm

Cafe Under Tree

It is located at the height of 2,438 meters and that is why it got the title of “highest café in Shimla”. You can view the spectacular scenarios while taking their eclectic and delicious food.

 If you are a vegan, then this place is for you. This place is specifically famous for its pahadi tea and diverse collection of dosas. You will also get various other vegan alternatives equally sumptuous. 

The most interesting point is that all such amazing food items are available at affordable prices. The decoration will also blow your mind as it is built with pure deodar wood. The Cafe Under Tree will certainly add lots of good memories to your overall journey. 

Location: 1, Jakhoo Road, Bemloi, Shimla
Timings: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

Hide Out Cafe

The popular Hide Out Cafe is situated in the heart of Shimla within a small distance from the well-known Mall Road. It is not a very old cafe yet it has become quite popular for its fascinating menu. Its Sweet Corn soup is just creamy and absolutely appropriate for a rainy and cold evening. 

People just love to taste the Fried rice along with Manchurian in this cafe. You can order Fried chicken/paneer dumplings in the creamy and thick gravy as well. It is a perfect side dish. Some other highly commendable dishes are Pasta, Egg wraps, Garlic Bread, and Chicken Rolls. Both plain and chocolate doughnuts are satisfying items. 

You can opt for a special early breakfast here with a platter of an omelet, a cutlet, grilled toasts, roasted tomatoes, and a dip. For making it a vegetarian breakfast, they will substitute the omelette with a vegetarian dish. 

Location: Shop no 30, 1st floor, The mall, Adjacent to fire station, Shimla
Timings: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Embassy Bakery 

It is an old cafe of Shimla, popular for its delicious, fresh, and innovative menu. You can select your order among the various cuisines of Indian, Chinese, and Continental. You can also taste the heartwarming homemade pastries and cakes. The place is extraordinarily famous for its fusion pastry, various creamy delicacies, and carrot cake.

Location: Mall Road, Bemloi, Shimla
Timings: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

We are sure, all of these cafes will make your Shimla holiday much more cherishing.