Hills Are Calling: Must-Visit These 5 Cafes In Shimla

Shimla, the “Queen of Hills”, is a well-known hill station in India, blessed with snow-covered mountains, beautiful lakes, fantastic sightseeing, a romantic atmosphere, and greenery. Shimla fits the bill of all the expectations whether you are on a family or solo trip. So, making your trip more memorable, let's take a look at some famous cafes in Shimla, where you can munch on your meal with a fantastic view. 

1. Indian Coffee House

Indian coffee house is an iconic eatery spot in Shimla. From hot to cold munchings, this cafe has everything in store for you. Talking about the cafe ambience, this will take you back in time to the 60s or 80s era. 

Timings: 8 am to 8 pm (all days open)

Location: Shimla mall road, Ram Bazar 

2. Cafe Under Tree

Known as Shimla’s restaurant under the trees, it is elevated at 2,438 meters, providing a breathtakingly beautiful view of its surroundings. This is a vegan cafe that boasts a unique dining experience with diverse varieties of food and drinks. The most favourite things you can enjoy here are hot chocolate and pasta.

Timings: 9 am to 7 pm 

Location: Near Shree Hanuman Temple, Shimla

3. Cafe Sol

This cafe sol is one of the crowded cafes in Shimla, with varieties of cuisines like continental, Italian, and Thai. Besides food, you can enjoy live music, ambience, and a lively atmosphere. So here, grab a drink, greek salad, lemon cheesecake and enjoy their culinary experience. 

Timings: 11 am to 11 pm 

Location: Hotel Combermere, Mall Road Summer Hill Shimla. 

4. Cafe Simla Times

This is one of the most stylish cafes, located in the heart of Shimla hills. With the cozy vibe and delectable food, it attracts many tourists or travellers. They serve everything from Indian to continental, Italian to American. You can gorge on pizza, sinful tiramisu, and apple crumble cake. 

Timings: 12:30 pm to 10:30 pm 

Location: Adjacent to Hotel Willow Banks, Mall Road, Shimla 

5. Wood Street Cafe

The wood street cafe serves scrumptious food with eye-catching decor and a romantic atmosphere. You can also enjoy good live music in your background as you quench your delicious served food. Overall this cafe is terrific, and you must check it out on your next trip to Shimla. 

Timings: 10 am to 7:30 pm 

Location: shop no 23, Lakkar Bazar, Longwood, Shimla