With mountain ranges laid out one on the side and the aroma of a freshly prepared meal along with a hot cup of espresso on the other, you cannot ask for more. Our love for mountains and food often leads us to hunt out the best cafes to enjoy amazing views of mountains along with good food. If you have a combined love for mountains and food, you may visit these cafes next time you visit hilly regions.
Fat Plate Café, Manali
If you want to have your breakfast with a view when in Manali, Fat Plate Café is suitable. Run by a couple, the café is located on the left bank of the River Beas. Fat Plate Café is a brick and wood building constructed over an acre plot of land, surrounded by lush green lawns and its very own herb and vegetable gardens. With an 80-seating-capacity, the café is divided between the indoor lounge, the veranda and the two-level of lawns. As its menu is based on European and North Indian specialities, the food is the soul of the café.
Wake and Bake, Shimla
Located in the middle bazaar of Shimla mall road, Wake and Bake is a small and cosy place that offers multicuisine and mesmerising hills views. This café is a cute addition to an area dominated by colonial architecture. When you step into the café, you will see beautiful 3D effect art hanging from the wall. When you look through the windows of the café, you will see the misty view of the Town Hall on Mall Road. You can enjoy the view with delicacies like Banana Nutella Crepe, Apple Cinnamon, Maple Syrup Waffle, Hummus and Pita, Chicken and Sundried Tomatoes Pizza, Bacon and Cheese Garlic Bread.
Bistro Nirvana, Rishikesh
With a nice and cosy ambience, Bistro Nirvana is home to some of the most appreciated cuisines. The café welcomes a large number of diners with a wide range of multicuisine items. You can relish a delicious meal like lasagna, chicken tikka pizza, momos, fish and chips, mix sauce pasta, chicken tikka, etc.
Café Chica, Nainital
Set on beautiful sunny lawns, this establishment is famous for serving great spaghetti alio oglio and stuffed croissants. Named after Janhavi (owner of the café who is a film-maker)’s pet Chica, this is the only dog-friendly café in Kumoan. With stunning views of the oak-laden mountain ranges, quaint surroundings, comfort cuisine, alfresco dining at Café Chica, you can indulge in several types of soups, salads, pasta, pizzas, burgers and delectable desserts. When you visit the café, try out its Apple Crumble Vanilla Ice Cream.
