SnackMaggi and tea
VegHot Maggi and a cup of tea are the classic order once you come out of the cold water.
Best with: After the wade
What to eat at Robber's Cave
There are no restaurants at the cave, only a few stalls and food joints near the entrance that serve hot snacks to wet, cold visitors.
Snack
SnackPakoras
VegFresh onion and vegetable fritters, when the stalls are frying them.
Best with: Hot tea
SnackMomos
Non-vegEasy to find in Dehradun on the way back; veg versions are common.
Best with: Spicy chutney
Where to eat near Robber's Cave
Stalls at the entrance
Near the gate and parkingA handful of stalls sell tea, Maggi, snacks, cold drinks and water.
Good
- Right at the cave
- Hot food after the cold water
Keep in mind
- Basic menus
- Crowded on summer weekends
Best for: Quick snacks
Rajpur Road
On the way back to the cityDehradun's main stretch of cafes, bakeries and restaurants.
Good
- Wide choice
- Easy to combine with the drive back
Keep in mind
- Busy on weekend evenings
Best for: Lunch and coffee
Paltan Bazaar and Clock Tower
City centreStreet food, chaat, sweets and old bakeries in the busy city centre.
Good
- Local favourites
- Cheap
Keep in mind
- Heavy traffic
Best for: Chaat and bakery snacks
Food tips
- Carry drinking water; you will be thirsty after the walk.
- Do not take food into the gorge; it ends up in the stream.
- Keep snacks away from monkeys near the parking.
- Pick busy stalls where food is cooked fresh.
Food at Robber's Cave: FAQs
Are there restaurants at Robber's Cave?
Only small stalls near the entrance. For full meals, go back to Rajpur Road or the city centre.
Can I carry food inside the cave?
Better not. Eat outside, and carry your wrappers back so the stream stays clean.
