The cafe lhasa
Perched among Sikkim’s mist-laden hills, The Cafe Lhasa offers a serene retreat where Himalayan flavours meet warm Tibetan hospitality. This unassuming gem in Gangtok’s dining scene serves hand-pulled noodle soups, momos and butter tea in a wood-panelled room echoing with prayer wheels and mountain lore. Locals and trekkers alike gather for sunrise breakfasts and late-night thukpa, trading stories over flickering yak-butter lamps.
New Market, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Vishal Gaon, Gangtok, Sikkim 737101, India
+91 74774 05207
4.4/5 (Read the Reviews)
Tucked away on Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Gangtok’s crowded New Market, The Cafe Lhasa distills Sikkimese-Tibetan comfort into a tiny, wood-panelled room that smells of butter tea and fresh-baked tingmo; the four-table nook scores a 4.4 rating for momos that arrive steaming, broth-rich thukpa that cuts through mountain chill, and a calm efficiency that gets you back on the mall road in under forty minutes—call +91 74774 05207, no reservations, just show up early.
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Is The Cafe Lhasa located inside New Market, Gangtok?
Yes, the café sits right inside New Market on Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Vishal Gaon, making it a convenient stop after shopping or sightseeing in Gangtok, Sikkim 737101, India.
How can I reserve a table at The Cafe Lhasa?
Simply call +91 74774 05207 during business hours; while online reservations are not available, the staff will happily hold a table for you if you mention your preferred time and group size.
Does The Cafe Lhasa serve authentic Tibetan cuisine?
Patrons consistently praise the authentic momos, thukpa, and butter tea, earning the venue a solid 4.4-star rating for its traditional Tibetan flavors prepared with fresh local ingredients.
What are the café’s opening hours?
The café opens daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., so you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast, a quick mid-day snack, or an early dinner while exploring Gangtok.