Goofa Ashiana Restaurant
Perched above Shimla’s bustling Mall Road, Goofa Ashiana has quietly become a pilgrimage for North Indian comfort food since 1964. Within a timber-lined dining room warmed by vintage photographs, chefs slow-cook dals, smoke kebabs over charcoal, and fold saffron into kheer while the Deodar-scented breeze drifts in. Locals swear the murgh lababdar tastes of childhood birthdays, while travellers discover why generations queue for a table; every plate carries the same nostalgia the restaurant was built to celebrate.
Ridge, Middle Bazar, The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India
+91 177 265 8464
4.1/5 (Read the Reviews)
Perched on Ridge Road above Middle Bazar, Goofa Ashiana serves dependable North-Indian comfort food in a quiet, wood-panelled dining room that feels a world away from the Mall crowds; locals praise the buttery dal makhani and hot tandoori roti, service is brisk and courteous, and at ₹4–500 per thali the value is solid for Shimla—minor waits at peak hours and dated décor aside, it remains a reliable 4.1-rated stop before the evening stroll along the Ridge.
| Sunday | 9 AM–10:30 PM |
| Monday | 9 AM–10:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–10:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–10:30 PM |
More information
Where exactly is Goofa Ashiana Restaurant located in Shimla?
The restaurant sits on Ridge, just off Middle Bazar near The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India, making it an easy landmark for both tourists and locals.
How can I reserve a table at Goofa Ashiana?
Call +91 177 265 8464 during business hours; staff will confirm availability, yet note that online booking is not offered so phone reservation is the only channel.
What kind of cuisine and price range should I expect?
Goofa Ashiana serves North Indian, Himachali and continental dishes in a mid-range price bracket, with hearty thalis and kebabs being the most recommended items on the menu.
Does the restaurant have any recognised ratings or awards?
While no formal awards are listed, the venue holds a steady 4.1 average rating across major review platforms, reflecting consistent customer satisfaction for food quality and hill-top ambience.