Where to eat in Shimla

Where to eat in Shimla

1. Eat

   Ashiana & Goofa

   Whatever little can be had of Himachali cuisine can be found at these twin-restaurants run by Himachal Tourism, the one located above the other. The food is neither cheap nor the best in town, but it is safe and they otherwise do their best. A good spot for people-watching, the location within a circular elevated glass building has attracted comment in guidebooks: it lies in fact on the site of a historical structure, known as the Band Stand, which was a gift to the city made in 1907 by the ruler of one of the innumerable princely states of the pre-independence India (Jabalpur in what is today the state of Madhya Pradesh). Sit-in or takeaway.

   Daily 10AM-10PM·₹50-150

2. Eat

   Indian Coffee House

   Possibly the cheapest food in Shimla, especially during peak season. They serve good south Indian food as well as surprisingly good western breakfasts, including a ₹40 French toast.

   ₹20–80

3. Eat

   Sher E Punjab

   Sher E Punjab

   Home-style food at reasonable prices. The mixed vegetable dish with butter chappathi is recommended.

   10AM–10PM·₹30–150

4. Eat

   The Devicos

   Serves good Indian food of every description complemented by some Chinese and Continental dishes; one of the very few restaurants in town with food appealing both to Indian and to Western palates. Good decor with what appears to be original art rather than reproductions. This is one of the most expensive places to eat in town apart from 5-star hotels, but seems worth it as far as Indian dishes are concerned owing to the lack of real competition. Its twin Bar, located upstairs is popular with locals. Adverse comment regarding food poisoning on the Lonely Planet website.

   10AM–10PM·₹50–150

5. Eat

   The Oberoi Cecil Restaurant

   A good selection of European and Asian dishes. Chandeliers and wood-paneling add to the old-world elegance, a perfect setting for a quiet dinner, unless you have the misfortune to be seated next to an extended Punjabi family with unruly children. Disappointing breakfasts.

   Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, although closes for breaks in between.·₹500–1,500

6. Eat Not mapped

   Loveena Restaurant

   Below rain shelter, restaurant with view. Indian, Chinese & Continental food.

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   Qilaa

   A favourite among frequent visitors and the locals. The interiors have been built keeping in mind the cold weather outside. There’s an instant feel of warmth and coziness. The food has a homely flavour. Good mezze platter and banoffee pie.

   11AM–10PM

8. Eat Not mapped

   Silver Oak

   Serves Mughlai and Chinese. The food is not great, but passable. Nice decor and a comfortable atmosphere.

   7AM–11PM·₹150

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   Hotel Pinewood restaurant

   Serves cheap Punjabi fare.

10. Eat Not mapped

    New Plaza Restaurant

    Plaza

    60/61, Middle Bazar

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    The Lutyens Room

    Continental and Indian food.

    11AM-10:30PM·₹150 and above

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Shimla (CC BY-SA 4.0).