Is there a good café in Shillong?

Yes — Shillong has a rich café culture with live music and specialty coffee. TAB Bistro by XTSY offers a forest-side café with coffee, breakfast and light bites.

Where can I eat near XTSY in Shillong?

TAB Bistro by XTSY is a multi-cuisine forest-dining restaurant in New Shillong Township serving North Indian, tandoor, Indo-Chinese, Thai, Continental, Italian, seafood and Northeast cuisine. It is open 9 AM–10:30 PM, takes reservations, and also handles catering and bulk orders.

Does XTSY have an in-house restaurant?

Yes — TAB Bistro serves Khasi, North Indian, Continental and Pan-Asian dishes, with vegetarian and Jain options, plus group and event catering.

Can I order food on WhatsApp?

Yes, you can reserve a table or place a bulk/catering order with TAB Bistro on WhatsApp +91 88373 17070.

Food & dining · Updated September 2026

Café in Shillong

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. Shillong is India's rock capital, and its café culture matches the music — artisan coffee, cozy interiors and weekend gigs.

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Shillong Café Culture

What to expect:

✓ Specialty coffee & espresso
✓ Live music on weekends
✓ All-day breakfast & bakes
✓ Cozy work-friendly corners
✓ Continental snacks & desserts

Café & Bistro at XTSY

TAB Bistro doubles as a café:

✓ Coffee, teas & cold beverages
✓ Breakfast served all morning
✓ Light bites & desserts
✓ WiFi-friendly seating
✓ Forest views

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

Where to Eat: Café in Shillong & TAB Bistro

Beyond café 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

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.