7 Best Eateries In M.G. Marg, Gangtok For A Delicious Meal In The Mountains

by Tooba Shaikh
7 Best Eateries In M.G. Marg, Gangtok For A Delicious Meal In The Mountains

When you’re up in the hills, nothing is better than a delicious warm meal to keep you cosy. The local cuisine from Sikkim is everything from warm, hearty, and cosy to deliciously comforting. It is perfect for the cold mountainous weather of the region. And when you’re in Gangtok, there’s plenty of opportunity to explore the local flavour. Here are the 7 best eateries in the M.G. Marg area of Gangtok.

1. The Dragon Wok

Known for its chill and casual atmosphere, The Dragon Wok will welcome you with aplomb. It is completely non-pretentious, which is to say that you and your loved ones can have all the fun and delicious food you want in a completely relaxed atmosphere.

Where: Vishal Gaon

When: Monday to Sunday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Cost: ₹600 for two approx.

2. Nimtho

 

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If you’re in Gangtok and want to explore the local cuisine, few places offer better options than Nimtho. Tuck into their delicious Ghyuma or try their Sandheko. The food is as delicious as it is comforting. And since the food is cheap, you can enjoy it without burning a hole in your pocket.

Where: Vishal Gaon

When: Monday to Sunday; 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM

Cost: ₹650 for two approx.

3. Taste of Tibet

 

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If you find yourself in Gangtok with not much money to spend and with a hunger for local cuisine, Taste of Tibet will have your back. With comforting and hearty local dishes, the restaurant will make sure that you leave with a full belly and a smile on your face.

Where: Vishal Gaon

When: Monday to Sunday, 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Cost: ₹500 for two approx.

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4. Baker’s Cafe

 

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Baker’s cafe is one of those places where you go to make memories. The menu includes a mixture of local and non-local food so that you can choose from a wider range of options. Another pocket-friendly restaurant, this place is ideal for your picky-eaters who know what they like and want to stick to it.

Where: Tadong

When: Monday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Cost: ₹600 for two approx.

5. Fat Panda’s Kitchen

If you’re craving that good ol’ Indo-Chinese food, get yourself to Fat Panda’s Kitchen. From comforting and familiar delicacies like Chicken-65 and Chicken Manchurian to your north Indian must-haves like matar paneer, this restaurant has it all.

Where: Vishal Gaon

When: Monday to Sunday, 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Cost: ₹1200 for two approx.

6. Ohan Naga Restaurant

 

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This homely little restaurant promises to bring you the authentic flavours of Nagaland in Gangtok, and it does so within your budget. If you’re a hardcore foodie and love to explore different cuisines in one place, this restaurant is ideal for you. It is hard to find such authentic Naga food at this price point anywhere.

Where: Vishal Gaon

When: Monday to Sunday, 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Cost: ₹400 for two approx.

7. Allen’s Kitchen & Bar

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This bar and restaurant is your home away from home. It serves delicious North Indian cuisines so even in the mountains, the flavours of home are available to you. If you’re a localite and want to explore North Indian cuisine, this is perfect for you. And since it’s not too expensive, you can eat more!

Where: Vishal Gaon

When: Monday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Cost: ₹1000 for two approx.

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Which restaurant are you putting on your bucket list? Tell us in the comments.

Cover Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons & Allen’s Kitchen & Bar