Main courseRajma chawal
VegRajma grown in the hills around Chakrata is well known in the region for its taste. It is usually cooked in a simple gravy and served with rice.
Best with: Steamed rice
Local dishes to try in Chakrata
Main course
BreadMandua ki roti
VegA dark, slightly nutty flatbread made from finger millet flour, common across the Uttarakhand hills.
Best with: Ghee and a dal or green vegetable
Side dishAloo ke gutke
VegBoiled hill potatoes tossed with local spices and coriander. A common snack and side dish.
Best with: Tea or roti
DessertJhangora ki kheer
SweetA milk pudding made with barnyard millet instead of rice. Ask for it in advance, as it is not always on the menu.
Best with: After a meal
Where to eat in Chakrata
Chakrata market
Small eateries and tea stallsA handful of basic eateries around the main chowk serve parathas, dal, rice, vegetables, noodles and tea.
Good
- Quick, simple meals
- Close to the bus stand
Keep in mind
- Limited choice
- Most places shut early in the evening
Best for: Breakfast and lunch
Your hotel, homestay or camp
Where most visitors eatMost stays cook meals for their guests, and this is where you are most likely to get local dishes.
Good
- Home-style food
- Local dishes on request
Keep in mind
- Tell them in advance what you want
- Dinner is usually at a fixed time
Best for: Dinner and local food
On the road
Vikasnagar, Kalsi and SahiyaDhabas along the route from Dehradun are the easiest place for a meal on the drive up or down.
Good
- More choice than in Chakrata
Keep in mind
- Few options once you are above Sahiya
Best for: Meals on the journey
Food tips
- Carry snacks and water for day trips; there is little or nothing to buy at Deoban, Kanasar and Budher.
- A few tea and snack stalls usually operate near Tiger Falls, but do not depend on them for a full meal.
- Most places take cash only.
- If you want local dishes, ask your stay a day ahead.
Food in Chakrata: FAQs
What is the famous food of Chakrata?
The rajma grown in the surrounding hills is the best-known local food. It is usually eaten with rice.
Are there good restaurants in Chakrata?
There are only a few small eateries near the market. Most visitors eat at their hotel, homestay or camp.
Is vegetarian food easily available?
Yes. Most meals in Chakrata are vegetarian by default.
