SnackMaggi and tea
VegA steaming bowl of Maggi with a cup of tea is the classic order at the riverside stalls.
Best with: After a dip
What to eat at Sahastradhara
There are no proper restaurants right at the springs, only small stalls and tuck shops near the river selling hot snacks after a dip.
Snack
SnackPakoras
VegOnion and mixed vegetable fritters fried fresh at the stalls, best on a cool morning.
Best with: Hot tea
Street foodRoasted corn (bhutta)
VegCorn roasted on coals and rubbed with lemon and spice, sold near the parking when in season.
Best with: Lemon and salt
SnackMomos
Non-vegSteamed momos are easy to find in Dehradun and at eateries along the way; veg versions are common.
Best with: Spicy chutney
Where to eat near Sahastradhara
Stalls at the springs
Tuck shops by the riverSmall stalls near the pools and parking sell tea, Maggi, pakoras and cold drinks.
Good
- Right next to the pools
- Hot food after a swim
Keep in mind
- Basic menus
- Very busy on summer weekends
Best for: Quick snacks
Sahastradhara Road
On the way from the cityCafes, dhabas and hotel restaurants line the road between the city and the springs.
Good
- Full meals
- Easy parking at some places
Keep in mind
- Choice changes as you go further from the city
Best for: Lunch and dinner
Dehradun city
Rajpur Road and Paltan BazaarFor bakeries, momos, chaat and a wide choice of restaurants, head back into Dehradun.
Good
- Widest choice
- Local favourites
Keep in mind
- 30-45 minutes away
Best for: A proper meal
Food tips
- Carry drinking water and a few snacks, especially if you plan to spend the day.
- Eat at busy stalls where food is cooked fresh in front of you.
- Take your plates, cups and wrappers to a bin; the river is easily polluted.
- Keep food away from monkeys near the parking.
Food at Sahastradhara: FAQs
Are there restaurants at Sahastradhara?
Only small stalls and tuck shops near the springs. For a full meal, eat on Sahastradhara Road or in Dehradun.
What food is available at Sahastradhara?
Maggi and tea, hot pakoras and roasted corn in season are the usual snacks after a dip.
