Srinagar is not just the capital but also the commercial heart of Kashmir. While Pahalgam and Gulmarg are known for their snow-covered mountains, Srinagar is known for its shops and cafes. The city is home to places where patrons may enjoy a cup of coffee surrounded by the Dal Lake or with river views. We recommend the best cafes in Srinagar to enjoy some leisure time:
Places Included:
14th Avenue Cafe Grill & Bakeshop
Books and Bricks Cafe
Winterfell Cafe
Gulshan Books
The Best Cafes For A Cup Of Coffee In Srinagar:
14th Avenue Cafe Grill & Bakeshop
A river facing cafe with framed photographs on the walls, 14th Avenue Cafe Grill & Bakeshop is a pleasant space. The food menu includes hummus, falafel, chicken wings, fish fingers and more. Customers can usually be seen having a cup of coffee or tea while staring out the windows. The lemon, honey and ginger tea seems to be a favourite with everyone who visits the place. It is one of Srinagar’s most well known cafes, and for good reason.
Location: Near Foot Bride Silk Factory Road, Srinagar.
Timings: Daily, 10am-10pm.
Cost for two: ₹600
Books and Bricks Cafe
A cafe inspired by American diners, Books and Bricks Cafe is home to walls that have pages from books plastered on them. The burgers, fries and fish fillets are popular dishes. Customers may pick books up from the shelves and read while enjoying a cup of coffee. The brick walls add to the charm of the place. Books and Bricks is especially well known for good service.
Location: Gogji Bagh Road, opposite Amar Singh College, Iqbal Park, Wazir Bagh, Srinagar.
Timings: Daily, 11am-10pm.
Cost for two: ₹500
Winterfell Cafe
With a name as appealing as the region it’s in, the sound of Winterfell Cafe is enough to lure customers in. The theme here is Game of Thrones and the place is meant for fans of the show. Besides this, the cafe is opposite Dal Lake and is known for its elegant interiors. Visit for pasta, a portion of hot fries, milkshakes or coffee.
Location: Hotel Paradise Complex Boulevard Road, Opposite Ghat No. 5, Srinagar.
Timings: Daily, 10am-9pm.
Cost for two: ₹400
Gulshan Books
A cafe in a bookshop, Gulshan Books seems like it was made for bibliophiles. Located in the middle of Dal Lake, the place offers spectacular views of the mountains. A shikara is the only way to reach the place and complimentary shikara rides are provided by the cafe. Over 80,000 books are on display. The staff lets you sit and read for long stretches of time.
Location: Residency Road, Regal Chowk, Munshi Bagh, Srinagar.
Timings: Monday to Saturday, 9.30am-8.30pm.
Cost for two: ₹500