Dehradun is revered for its breathtakingly beautiful sceneries and some of the most renowned hill stations of Uttarakhand. Apart from a gorgeous backdrop, the capital of Uttarakhand is also lined up with museums, monuments and temples. However, what remains the most exciting part of Dehradun is its sensational line-up of cafes that offer a cosy and calm vibe to let you unwind and enjoy a satisfying supper with friends and family.
Here’s a round-up of some of the most Amazing Cafes in Dehradun that will satisfy the hidden gourmet in you.
Kalsang AMA Cafe
With the rustic ambience, Kalsang AMA Café offers, you will lose yourself the moment you step into this beautiful Tibetan themed café. The café boasts of courteous staff, gorgeous interior and drool-worthy food cooked in Tibetan fashion. The café serves as a perfect hangout spot, where you can also binge on innovative delicacies and drinks with your friends and family.
Must-Try Dishes: Blueberry Cheesecake, Pizza, Chocolate Shake, Momos, Fruit Beer, Sandwiches and of course, Coffee! In case you love spicy food, do try the Dragon Momo.
Timings: 10 A.M. to 10:30 P.M.
Location: 88, Opposite Osho, Chander Lok Colony, Rajpur Road, Rajpur, Dehradun
Approximate Cost For Two: INR 600
Waffles and Crepes
Isn’t the name itself making your mouth water? Waffles & Crepes is known for its delicious ice-creams, pizzas, and waffles, which make it one of the best cafes out there. The ambience and infrastructure is nothing exceptional. However, this café will not disappoint you at all if you visit it with your friends or your family to try a new exotic menu. Lose your senses with the most elegant combination of soothing vanilla and tasty cocoa over a soft and delicious base of waffle. If you are a waffle lover, do not miss out on this waffle-mania!
Must-Try Dishes: Prince Pancake, Pizza Crepe, customised Waffles with different bases and toppings. You should try mixing vanilla and chocolate toppings as they blend very well with the waffles.
Timings: 11 A.M. to 11 P.M.
Location: 1 Mohini, Main EC Road, Dehradun
Approximate Cost For Two: INR 400
Rising Dough
Offering delectable food options is what makes Rising Dough an unbeatable winner. Their cakes look so beautiful that they turn out to be both a treat for your eyes and a treat for your taste buds! Relish your soul as you dive into their drool-worthy menu that offers a great variety of cocktails, desserts, and cheesecakes. The lighting at this cafe shines beautifully across the long hallways. These hallways are set with long tables across the walls to create an American-styled bar design. Exotic dishes merging into their Tibetan theme and perfect ambience make this place a fantastic hangout hotspot for anyone.
Must-Try Dishes: Pasta, Chicken Sandwich, Cheesecakes and Apple Pie
Timings: 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.
Location: 67/10, Opposite Meedo Plaza, Rajpur Road, Chukkuwala, Dehradun
Approximate Cost For Two: INR 300
Salt and Cravings
Salt & Cravings offers an ambience worth living your date moments in! Once you let yourself enjoy their food offerings, there is no way you will go on without craving for more. The delicacies are beautifully presented and packed with a great blend of tastes. The interior décor is charming and serene, with its old-world charm. The lightings are dim and whimsical, while the walls feature beautifully lined up pebbles and the long tables can fit in your entire family. Indulge in some soul-satisfying food as you unwind and relax at Salt & Cravings.
Must-Try Dishes: Banoffee Pie, Garlic Bread, Red Velvet Cake, Lemon Cheesecake, Burrito, Hot Chocolate Fudge
Timings: 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. & 7 P.M. to 11 P.M
Location: Hotel President, 6, Astley Hall, Rajpur Road, Karanpur, Dehradun
Approximate Cost For Two: INR 500
Lemon-Grass Garden
Ambiance, ambience and ambience!’ Lemon Grass Garden is the topper of the list if you are looking for cafes that offer the most beautiful ambience. You could rest on the soothing greens of the vast garden featured here and enjoy your day with your friends or a lover. Let nature set a gorgeous backdrop for you here as you try their local delicacies. Looking to spend your Sunday in a place that cuts you off the city hassle? Get your date to Lemon Grass Garden and spend some quality time in the greens, off the screens of the city.
Must-Try Dishes: Green Apple Mojito, Combo Offerings that offer great food combinations at cut-down prices, Pav Bhaji, Hazelnut Café
Timings: 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. The place is perfect for an all-day visit, however, a night-time visit would make your experience much better.
Location: 76, Rajpur Road, Hathibarkala Salwala, Dehradun
Approximate Cost For Two: INR 200-300
Farm to Fork Cafe
A café that offers an ancient English theme easily qualifies to be one of the best cafes you will ever find in Dehradun. The courteous staff at this café ensure their very best to offer you a memorable experience. The very entrance of this cafe features a logo, radiating a welcoming vibe into the beautiful fortress. The décor is stunning, mostly covered out of bamboo stem and glass. Take some book with you as you lose yourself in the vibrancy offered by Farm To Fork Café; a place you will never regret visiting.
Must-Try Dishes: Thin Crust Pizza, Lime Chicken Breast, Waffles, Pancakes, Moracan Salad, Coffee, Pesto Pasta
Timings: 6 A.M. to 3 A.M.
Location: Shop no.8, Pacific Hills, Mussoorie diversion Malsi, Dehradun
Approximate Cost For Two: INR 1000
Eddie’s Patisserie
There is no shortage of cafés and bakeries in Dehradun. One that stands out from the crowd is Eddie’s Patisserie. Famous for cakes, brownies, pastries and other baked items, this cozy cafe is located in the interiors of the Yamuna colony, away from the hustle and bustle. You cannot tell your vacation to this serene town is complete if you haven’t covered bakeries like Eddie’s. It is located on the first floor and has a big terrace. There are both indoor and outdoor seating options for you to spend quality time with your friends. There are board games for your entertainment too. The peacefulness of the café and their lovely selection of music is apt for having good conversations over a cup of coffee. They have a bookshelf with a good collection of books, so you can pick a book and have a good read. Apart from the mouthwatering desserts, the cafe is popular for burgers. They have brilliantly customized burgers on their menu, all of which are worth trying out.
Must-haves dishes: Cajun spiced chicken burger, waffles, watermelon soda pop, red velvet pastry, blueberry cheesecake, mud cake, caramel cold coffee
Location: 102 Yamuna Colony, Above Punjab National Bank, Khurbura Dehradun
Cost for two: INR 350
Timings: 10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Cafe De Piccolo
Nestled in between the bungalows of Rajpur is a hut shaped café that gives you a countryside feeling. This Italian themed café named Café de Piccolo is a hidden gem. With both indoor and outdoor seating, it has a very different ambience from other cafés in town. It is recommended to visit the place after dusk because it gets enhanced with bright lights. The light music, the dollhouse-like decor, comfortable seats and the cottage like the shape of the café makes you feel like you are in Italy. The cafe is owned by a married couple: Sudhanshu and Aarti and maintained by a courteous staff. Made of all wood, it looks straight out of a fairytale. You can enjoy the greenery of Dehradun from the glass windows, inside the cafe. The white paint and French doors and windows make it all the more dreamy. The cafe became the talk of the town, even before it was opened. Once you visit this place, you will definitely want to revisit it.
Must- have dishes: Fish and chips, Nutella and banana crepe, banoffee pie, white chocolate latte, black forest waffles and chicken pasta
Location: 180 Rajpur Road, Rajpur
Cost for two: INR 400
Timings: 11 AM – 10:30 PM
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