10 Best Restaurants in Gangtok

10 Best Places to Eat in Gangtok – Cafés, Local Cuisine & More  

Discover Gangtok’s Vibrant Food Scene

Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, offers more than just misty mountains, monasteries, and meandering trails. This bustling Himalayan town is also a culinary hotspot, thanks to its multicultural roots and a new generation of chefs bringing global influences to traditional cuisine. From cozy cafés and local momo joints to vibrant music cafés and authentic Korean restaurants, Gangtok's food culture is a blend of creativity, culture, and comfort.

Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or part of a Sikkim tour package, this list of the 10 best restaurants in Gangtok will guide you to the most loved and highly recommended eateries. Let’s dive in!

1. Nimtho – Best for Traditional Sikkemese and Nepali Cuisine

The best of Sikkemese thali, Nepali Thakali platter, buffalo choila (char grilled meat) and succulent jhol momo makes Nimtho stand-out from the rest of the food joints which serve local food. With its delicately done walls which reflect a traditional Nepali home and soothing décor tastefully done in wood  and local paintings, Nimtho is an ideal place for family gatherings as well.     
Must haves: Nepali Thakali/ Sikkemese Thali (veg/Non-Veg), Jhol Momo, Choila(Buff/ chicken ), Steamed Momo, Tongba(Millet Beer) etc.     
Location: MG Marg, Gangtok

2. Taste of Tibet – Best Tibetan Food in Gangtok   

Operational from the past few decades, Taste of Tibet is a locally certified and well loved restaurant which serves the best of Sikkimese food. A special delight to the non-vegetarian tongue, Taste of Tibet is bustling with food, people and savory delights all day long. The momo here are a speciality, which are juicy and succulent. The thenthuk is made with special hand made noodles meant for the purpose, the chowmein is delightfully spicy and a platter of pork dry fry is just what you could be craving for. This is famous for its non veg options and is not recommended for pure vegetarians.     
Must haves: momo(chicken, pork, beef, veg), thenthuk, pork/beef dry fry, chowmein, gyathuk, thukpa     
Location: Mg Marg, Gangtok     
  
 

3. The Local Café – For Sikkimese Coffee and Laphing  

Tucked away neatly in a corner of the New Market area, The Local Café is a recent addition to one the best of cafés in Gangtok. Popular for its Laphing and cappuccinos, one can either sit inside the café, or bask in the setting sun outside as you enjoy a steaming mug of coffee, cheesecake, laphing, tshampa (local barley) shake or the spicy Himalayan Cheese Pizza. They have two branches - one at MG Marg and the other at Vajra Shopping Complex.
Must haves: Pizza, Laphing, Cheesecake, Coffee, Fruit Beer, Tshampa Shake    
Location: MG Marg, Gangtok      
 
      

4. The Coffee Shop – Italian Flavours and Himalayan Breakfast  

Although Italian cuisine could be a little dicey if not done correctly, The Coffee Shop has outdone itself as one of the best places in Gangtok that serves delicious pizzas, creamy pastas  and a host of other café and deli food. Also popular for its multifarious collection of wines and  all day breakfast, The Coffee shop is an ideal place for an Italian meal teamed with the variety of wines. Their coffee and hot chocolate along with the fresh bakery offerings are equally satisfying!     
Must haves: Himalayan Breakfast, Spicy Korean Chicken, Hot Chocolate, Honeycomb Cake      
Location: MG Marg, Gangtok   
 
      

5. Baker’s Café – Best Bakery frequented by the OGs of Gangtok    

Baker’s café has been “the café” of Gangtok since times immemorial. As such you will find a sizable crowd of old patrons gathered in the evenings over a cup of coffee. Cost effective and exceptionally warm, it has been named as one of the best places for bakes, confectioneries, pizza, pasta and an assorted array of shakes, tea, coffee and all day breakfast platters . An excellent space to hangout with a bunch of friends or even alone, it offers numerous selections both from the menu as well as the bakery display of vegetarians and non-vegetarians items. The décor which consists of miniatures and memorabilia  collected from around the world gives an insight into the well travelled and well thought out nature of the owner. The best part about Baker’s is the warm aroma of coffee just as you start climbing the stairs- you know you’re in for a treat!     
Must Haves: Penne Pomodoro, Grilled Sandwiches, Pasta Arrabiata, Pizza, Pastries, Irish Coffee     
Location: MG Marg, Gangtok     
    
       

6. S’yuo Cha – Best Tea House with Fusion Korean Food   

A Tea House specialising in the finest collection of crafted Himalayan tea, tea based cocktails & oriental bites along with other lip smacking food. They serve excellent Korean and Japanese cuisine and our favourite dishes were the speciality teas and salmon onigiri. The fusion comes with the owner’s sense of travel and amazing taste that he as gathered as a result.      
Must Haves: Passion fruit ice tea, Kimbap, Gyoza and Chrysanthemum speciality tea.    
Location: MG Marg, Gangtok       

     

7. Café Fiction – Best Book Café in Gangtok   

Although there is no dearth of cafes in Gangtok, Café Fiction is the only book café which serves delectable fares and all day breakfast menu in addition to momo, finger food and locally brewed coffee. Apart from being a hub of curated classics and Bookman’s BnB, Café Fiction is an ideal place for people who seek the solace of a bookstore, with good wifi connection to keep up with your work and warmth of  comfort food for both the body and mind !     
Must Haves: Masala Chai, Americano, Grilled Sandwiches, Pancakes with banana and honey     
Location: Development Area, Gangtok  
    
     

8. Cafe Live & Loud: Gangtok's Vibrant Music Hub   

Cafe Live & Loud is a lively resto-pub in Gangtok, known for its electrifying live music performances by local bands like The Croods and The Evolution, blending English, Nepali, and Hindi tunes. The ambiance combines modern and traditional vibes, with a romantic open airt dining section and a separate pub section. Even the common smoking zone of the washroom is worth a mention with band posters and frames, comfy arm chairs with ambient lighting adding to the overall mood. The menu features multi-cuisine dishes, including a generous non-veg platter ideal for sharing, alongside local beers, cocktails, and flavored hookahs. For the best experience, visit in the evening on weekends for live gigs which start from 8 pm onwards.  
Must Haves: Non Veg Platter, Chilli Mushroom dry, Chicken Pizza, 
Location: Tibet Rd, Arithang, Gangtok 

 
 

9. Mu Kimchi – Authentic Korean Food at Great Prices 

Mu Kimchi is an authentic Korean restaurant, which serves the best Korean platter in town. Sumptuous, healthy and mouth-watering dishes have earned Mu Kimchi, loyalists who swear, there is no place like that in Gangtok. The best news- it’s a budget restaurant.     
Must haves: Samgyupsal, Pork Barbeque Set, Kimchi Fried Rice, Budajige, Soju   
Location: Namnang Road, Gangtok          
     
 

10. Selvi’s Bistro – Best for Burgers and Takeaway   

Selvi’s Bistro can be unabashedly termed as the only honest gastro-pub of Gangtok. Famous for its burgers and a laid-back vibe, Selvi’s stands out as a place to be with friends or family for an evening of inventive cuisine and  occidental vibe.     
Must haves: Burgers, Pork Trotters     
Location: Tibet Road, Gangtok      

Written by Prerna

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