Where exactly is TAB Bistro by XTSY located?

TAB Bistro by XTSY sits on Mawdiangdiang Road in New Shillong Township, a cab ride from Police Bazaar and right beside XTSY Travellers Hostel — easy to reach by cab or self-drive, with parking on site.

What are TAB Bistro's opening hours?

TAB Bistro is open every day from 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM, serving all-day breakfast, lunch, dinner and café orders.

Does TAB Bistro take reservations and large group bookings?

Yes. You can reserve a table or book a group section on WhatsApp at +91 88373 17070. TAB Bistro also handles private dining, parties, corporate lunches and full-scale catering.

Does TAB Bistro serve authentic Thai food too?

Yes — alongside Indo-Chinese, TAB Bistro serves Thai red, green and basil curries, tom yum and tom kha soups, and Thai fried rice and noodles.

Can I order Chinese food in bulk for a party?

Yes. TAB Bistro offers bulk and party orders for Asian and multi-cuisine menus — message +91 88373 17070 with your headcount and date.

Food & dining · Updated September 2026

Best Chinese Restaurant in Shillong

TAB Bistro by XTSY is among the best Chinese restaurants in Shillong, serving Indo-Chinese and Thai wok dishes — hakka noodles, chilli chicken, momos and Thai curries — open daily 9 AM–10:30 PM.

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The details

Backed by XTSY — Northeast India's NEITA 2025-nominated hospitality brand, operating India's biggest backpacker hostel and the country's first 270° stargaze glamping ensuite, both in Shillong. When you want the best Chinese restaurant in Shillong, TAB Bistro by XTSY delivers smoky wok-tossed Indo-Chinese and pan-Asian classics — hakka noodles, chilli chicken, momos and aromatic Thai curries — all cooked fresh in a forest-side kitchen in New Shillong Township.

Why TAB Bistro Tops Shillong's Chinese Food Scene

TAB Bistro brings high-heat wok cooking and balanced Asian flavours to Shillong.

✓ Authentic high-flame wok technique
✓ Indo-Chinese, Thai & pan-Asian menu
✓ Veg, non-veg & seafood options
✓ Generous portions for sharing
✓ Dine-in, takeaway & catering

Must-Try Chinese & Asian Dishes

The plates Shillong keeps coming back for:

✓ Hakka & Schezwan noodles
✓ Chilli chicken & chilli paneer
✓ Steamed & fried momos with chutney
✓ Thai red, green & basil curries
✓ Manchurian, fried rice & spring rolls

Indo-Chinese vs Authentic Thai — Have Both

TAB Bistro spans the full Asian spectrum, from desi-style Indo-Chinese heat to fragrant Thai curries with jasmine rice — perfect for mixed tables that can never agree.

✓ Indo-Chinese gravies & dry starters
✓ Thai curries, soups & stir-fries
✓ Tom yum & tom kha soups
✓ Veg and seafood Thai bowls

Great for Groups, Dates & Late Dinners

Open until 10:30 PM with comfortable seating, TAB Bistro suits everything from a quick noodle fix to a full Asian feast.

✓ Family & large-group sections
✓ Couple-friendly forest-view seating
✓ Open 9 AM–10:30 PM daily
✓ Reservations on WhatsApp

Order Chinese for Parties & Events

Planning a get-together? TAB Bistro caters Asian and multi-cuisine spreads for parties, offices and weddings across Shillong.

✓ Asian party platters & live noodle counters
✓ Bulk momo & starter orders
✓ Custom buffet menus
✓ Corporate & event catering

Visit or Order from TAB Bistro

Find TAB Bistro on Mawdiangdiang Road, New Shillong Township, near NIFT and IIM Shillong. Reserve a table or order Chinese for a crowd on WhatsApp at +91 88373 17070.

Why Travellers Pick XTSY

XTSY is a Northeast Indian independent hospitality brand — Shillong-born, traveller-built, and having hosted 10,786+ guests through owned properties, curated tours, weddings, catering and rentals.

✓ NEITA 2025 nominee — Best Budget-Friendly Accommodation in Northeast India
✓ Experience by XTSY — India's first stargaze glamp
✓ Rated 4.7★ on Google from 237 reviews
✓ Pluxee India partner — corporate stays via employee-benefit vouchers accepted
✓ 24/7 WhatsApp booking & on-trip support — +91 88373 17070
✓ Owned operations in Shillong + vetted partner network across NE India and Sikkim

Frequently asked questions

Written by the XTSY travel team, New Shillong TownshipWe run XTSY Travellers Hostel and plan Northeast India trips every day. Prices on this page come from our live booking engine; drive times are checked against our own trips. Last reviewed September 2026.