From Tibetan Delicacies To Cheesecakes: Top 10 Eateries You CANNOT Miss In McLeodganj

Mcleodganj has some amazing food options, from authentic Tibetan delicacies to scrumptious waffles and pancakes, and with some stellar views accompanying these places, you just can't go wrong! These are the places we love, and hope that you do too!

1. Tibet Kitchen

Picture Credits: Parimal Satyal

The vibe of this place is totally worth the queues with monks, tourists and locals all lining up to have a taste of the spicy Bhutanese food and the unusual Tibetan delicacies. The Roasted Lamb Slices, noodles & momos are packed with flavour. We absolutely love the Veg Thukpa and Lemon Beer too. 

Location | Jogiwara Road, House #1, Main Square
Meal For Two | Rs 400

2. Moonpeak Espresso

You can pop into this quaint café for a latte or a pot of premium tea, a gourmet sandwich or maybe one of their famous cakes! The menu features authentic Himachali cuisine cooked by local experts which makes it all the more special! The Moonpeak Thali, Apricot Chicken and the Chicken Sesame is a must have when here.

Where | Surya Complex, Temple Road
Meal For Two | Rs 600
Check Out Their Website | https://moonpeak.org/restaurant-and-cafe/

3. Jimmy’s Italian Kitchen

Picture Credits: Yvette Tan

This funky looking cafe has the most delicious and mouth watering desserts like Blueberry Cheesecake, Chocolate Mud Pie and pancakes that'll have you drooling. Needless to say the savoury dishes are just as good with oven fired pizzas and the pastas being the highlight! 

Where | Jogiwara Road
Meal For Two | Rs.1000

4. The Crepe Pancake Hut

There's no better way to start your day than with some scrambled eggs, delicious pancakes and coffee. The little cafe with low tables and a cozy set up has organic flour-made pancakes with fresh fruit sauces which are super good besides a host of salads! Don't miss out on their homemade Pineapple Beer & Ginger Beer as well!

Where | Opposite Mt View Hotel, Jogiwara Rd
Meal For Two | Rs 450

5. Lung-Ta Japanese Restaurant

Picture Credits: Amey Mehta

This vegetarian Japanese restaurant has everything from Miso Soup to Sushi Rolls and the best part is that all the profits go to an NGO! So go find yourselves a little Japan in the midst of Mcleodganj and don’t forget to try the Udon Noodles with the Batter Fried Vegetables.

Where | Jogiwara Road
Meal for two | Rs 300

6. Carpe Diem

Indulge in oven fired pizzas as the mountains echo with warm company and an even cozier setup - think low seating and intimate conversations! The American breakfast here is a good way to start the day and overall the cafe is a great place to chill and unwind.

Where | Jogiwara Rd
Meal For Two | Rs 400

7. Nick’s Italian Kitchen

An intimate dining room decorated with old photographs of Tibet boasting of its own mini library, a traveler's bulletin board, free WI-FI and extensive pure-vegetarian food is what makes this place special! Indulge in homemade pasta and pizzas, Indian curries and chapattis, Tibetan momos and Thukpa, quiches and savoury pies & everything in between!

Where | Bhagsu Rd
Meal For Two | Rs 500

8. The Chocolate Log

Picture Credits: J. Hendron

This place is sure to give you a sweet tooth as the name claims but it does serve up good food as well! The Death By Chocolate is a must have and their savoury dishes - quiche, thukpa and their variety of coffees are pretty darn good as well.

Where | Jogiwara Rd
Meal For Two | Rs 300

9. Lobsang's Four Seasons Cafe

Picture Credits: Jenjad Srisongkram

The perfect nook to indulge in food along with a book in hand is Lobsang's Cafe which is best known for dishes like Chicken Cacciatora, Roast Chicken Pizza, Chicken Momos etc. The breakfast here too is balanced, wholesome and delicious so don't miss out!

Where | Jogiwara Rd
Meal For Two | Rs 500

10. Snow Lion Restaurant

The Tibetan food, free wifi and a wide collection of books make this place a must visit. Indulge in a variety of momos, pancakes, hot coffees and the best value for money breakfast as well. Don't forget to try the Hot Chocolate here!

Where | Jogiwara Rd
Meal For Two | Rs 400

So head out for that gratifyingly scrumptious plate of food!