The Hungry Monk
Tucked away in Pathankot’s bustling culinary maze, The Hungry Monk quietly rewrites the script for small-town dining in India. Here, heirloom Punjabi spices flirt with global techniques, birthing plates that feel both familiar and startlingly new. No neon boards or clichéd tikka posters—just a sun-lit veranda, the clatter of artisanal pans, and aromas that pull travellers off the Grand Trunk Road. In a region where dhabas reign, this monkish nook proves that big flavours can thrive in modest cloisters.
Gali No. 3, near Dr. MC Kumar Hospital, Green Heaven Colony, Pathankot, Punjab 145001, India
+91 6284 980 805
4.8/5 (Read the Reviews)
Tucked away in a quiet lane near Dr. MC Kumar Hospital, The Hungry Monk has quietly become Pathankot’s worst-kept secret: a 4.8-rated micro-café where Punjabi comfort meets European technique—think charcoal-kissed Amritsari-fish tacos, truffle-ghee maccher, and a six-hour slow-braised lamb that tastes like Sunday at nani’s, if nani had a culinary degree and a sous-vide setup.
| Sunday | 1–11 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 1–10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 1–10:30 PM |
| Friday | 1–11 PM |
| Saturday | 1–11 PM |
More information
Where exactly is The Hungry Monk located in Pathankot?
The Hungry Monk sits at Gali No. 3, right beside Dr. MC Kumar Hospital inside Green Heaven Colony, Pathankot, Punjab 145001, India—a quiet lane that keeps the buzz of the city out while you enjoy your meal.
How can I reserve a table or ask about the menu?
You can call +91 6284 980 805 directly; the staff pick up quickly, happily explain the day’s specials, and hold a table for you without any deposit or app download.
Does the restaurant offer vegetarian, vegan, or Jain options?
While the online tags show None for dietary filters, the kitchen is flexible—just mention vegetarian, vegan, or Jain when you order and the chefs will adjust spices, ghee, or dairy on the spot.
What do local diners say about the food and service?
Patrons routinely give The Hungry Monk a 4.8 average, praising the crispy Korean chicken, prompt refills of water, and managers who remember repeat customers by name.