Chetan Swadisht Kachori To The Tavern: 6 Best Restaurants To Eat In Dehradun
Besides spiritual ashrams, Dehradun tantalizes me from decades-old Mithai legends that preserve regional delicacies to chic bistros that provide inventive desi touches from world cuisine and urge foodies to come and enjoy the versatility of this north Indian center’s cuisine.
Let’s venture to 6 incredible eateries where you are guaranteed to enjoy authentic Garhwali dishes and experimental global menus under one food-loving roof.
1. Chetan Swadisht Kachori – Flaky Poori Goodness
No Dehradun day starts better than crispy pooris dipped in spicy potato curry, dollops of fresh curd and chutney at Chetan Swadisht Kachori – the little street corner stall that whips up delicious breakfast platters to kickstart your day! Watch the arms puff up with hot tawa while you enjoy a cutting chai served in kulhads. For a delicious Dehradun style desi breakfast, this place tops my list.
- Small affordable street stall from the 80’s
- Famous for the poori sabzi breakfast dishes
- Uses desi ghee for making pooris
- Attracts a large audience through word of mouth
2. Black Pepper Restaurant – Culinary excellence redefined
When I’m in the mood for global cuisine carefully reinvented with local touches and sophisticated dining service, Black Pepper pairs perfectly with sushi rolls with Indian spices, thin-crust chicken tikka pizza or innovative curries. Between the creamy dal makhani or the spicy Vietnamese noodles, the culinary talent of talented chefs continues to surprise, while frosted glasses and elegant interiors set the tone for special meals here.
- Award-winning contemporary restaurant with world cuisine
- Specialized in experimental vegetarian dishes
- Stylish furnishings with sleek interiors
- Regularly puts together a new menu
3. Kumar Sweets – Where sugar meets history!
No gastronomic trail is complete without indulging my sweet tooth with heavenly rasgullas, creamy kaju katlis and more at the Kumar Mithai shop that has been operational since 1948! The pink walls, vintage logo and old-fashioned glass jars packed with traditional Indian mithai sweets have now been adapted to modern desserts as well. For a sugar rush couple with history, Kumar Sweets is my favorite place.
- Old sweet shop with snacks and mithai
- Making traditional Indian sweets since 1948
- Famous for the fluffy texture of rasgullas
- Also offer chaat like aloo tikki!
4. Kalsang Cafe and Restaurant – Comfort Tibetan snacks
On a quiet street behind the bustling Rajpur Road, this small cafe offers a wonderful glimpse into Tibetan culture through steaming plates of juice vegetable momos, aromatic thenthuk noodles and more, prepared by Sherpa sisters, while blessing icons radiate from yellow walls. For budget snacks immersed in the warmth of the Himalayas, Kalsang Cafe and Restaurant is at the top of my list.
- Small Tibetan snack cafe run by Sherpa sisters
- Bustling with locals from Sikkim and Tibet
- Try the hot steamed momos with chutney
- Pocket-friendly prices attract young people
5. Town Table Cafe – Millennial Hangout Hub
I discover my chilled spot for modern gourmet burgers, fruit-filled pancakes and artisan pastries at Town Table Cafe. Under quirky bicycle installations, you can tuck into thin-crust pizzas with creative toppings from around the world, or enjoy fusion falafel wraps while hip music plays. With funky decor that’s as tasty as the food, Town Table proves to be exactly my kind of café to catch up on ongoing conversations.
- Chic European cafe and bakery
- Creatively tailors global snacks to suit your taste
- Bustling with young IT crowd
- Peri peri fries quite popular
6. The Tavern – A combination of fine dining and casual elegance
Nestled within the grounds of Brentwood Hotels & Resorts, The Tavern is a prominent restaurant and bar in Dehradun. Offering picturesque views of The Mall Road, this establishment exudes extravagance with its extensive bar selection, live music performances, rustic ambiance and delectable cuisine. It is a perfect amalgamation of fine dining experience and relaxing atmosphere.
- Enjoy the flavorful Paneer Butter Masala and sizzling Sizzlers for a gastronomic delight.
- Located on the 2nd floor of Crossroads Mall, Chironwali, Dehradun.
- The Tavern welcomes guests from 11am to 11pm, providing an unforgettable dining experience all day long.
- With a diverse menu of North Indian, Chinese, Continental, Italian and Thai dishes, The Tavern caters to different palates with its eclectic offerings.
- The Tavern has a commendable rating of 3.6/5 on Zomato, reflecting its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
- Expect to spend around INR 1,500 (excluding tax) for a satisfying meal for two at The Tavern, making it a worthwhile culinary destination in Dehradun.
Through ancient family treasures inventively reinvented to contemporary global dishes that seamlessly merge with indigenous goodness – Dehradun kept me hooked with its versatile and irresistible flavors that span roots and coasts.