Best Restaurants in Shillong

Backed by XTSY — Northeast India's NEITA-recognised hospitality brand, operating India's biggest backpacker hostel and the country's first 270° stargaze glamping ensuite, both in Shillong. Shillong's food scene is diverse and exciting — from authentic Khasi cuisine to global flavors. Here's your guide to the best restaurants and eateries in the city.

Top Restaurants

Must-visit dining spots:

• TAB Bistro (XTSY) — Multi-cuisine, in-hostel dining
• Café Shillong — Coffee & snacks, live music
• Dylan's Café — Continental, cozy ambiance
• ML 05 Café — Best coffee in town
• City Hut Dhaba — North Indian
• Jadoh stalls at Iewduh — Authentic Khasi

Khasi Cuisine Must-Try

Traditional dishes to try:

• Jadoh — Khasi rice & pork
• Tungrymbai — fermented soybean curry
• Doh Khlieh — spiced pork salad
• Ki Kpu — Khasi blood sausage
• Kwai — betel nut (local custom)

Why Travellers Pick XTSY

XTSY is Northeast India's highest-rated independent hospitality brand — Shillong-born, traveller-built, and now serving 50,000+ guests a year through owned properties, curated tours, weddings, catering and rentals.

• NEITA 2025 — Best Budget Accommodation in Northeast India
• India's first 270° stargaze glamping ensuite (Experience by XTSY)
• Highest-rated hostel in Northeast on Google (4.9★, 1,200+ 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

Where to Eat: Best Restaurants in Shillong & TAB Bistro

Beyond best restaurants in shillong, XTSY guests enjoy TAB Bistro — our in-house kitchen serving Khasi, North Indian, Continental and Pan-Asian plates. It's a reliable, hygienic option for travellers who want great food without hunting across the city.

• TAB Bistro: multi-cuisine menu, vegetarian & Jain options
• Fresh local Khasi specialities cooked to order
• Bulk, group and event catering available
• Hygiene-first kitchen with consistent quality
• Open to walk-ins and in-house guests alike
• Order or reserve a table on WhatsApp +91 88373 17070