{"id":11570,"date":"2024-09-08T12:44:07","date_gmt":"2024-09-08T07:14:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/?p=11570"},"modified":"2025-11-12T22:25:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T16:55:12","slug":"foods-of-darjeeling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/","title":{"rendered":"Must-Try Foods of Darjeeling: A Culinary Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;11570&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;5\\\/5 - (1 vote)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Must-Try Foods of Darjeeling: A Culinary Guide&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;142.5&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 142.5px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            5\/5 - (1 vote)    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p>The city of Darjeeling is in the eastern Himalayas and is famous for both its beautiful scenery and its lively and varied food culture. This cute mountain town has a wide range of delicious food, from traditional Tibetan meals to interesting Indian street food. Whether you are a foodie or just want to try some of the local tastes, <strong>Darjeeling&#8217;s famous foods<\/strong> and famous restaurants will take you on a memorable culinary journey. Here are some of these<strong> must-try foods in Darjeeling<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-green-cyan-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Darjeeling_Famous_Food_Items_List\"><\/span>Darjeeling Famous Food Items List <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the <strong>best food items of Darjeeling<\/strong> which you must try when you&#8217;re <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/india-tour\/darjeeling-tour-packages.html\">travelling to Darjeeling<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-left ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e4c74b809d9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Darjeeling_Famous_Food_Items_List\" >Darjeeling Famous Food Items List<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Local_Specialties\" >Local Specialties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Indian_Influences\" >Indian Influences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Tibetan_Influences\" >Tibetan Influences<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Best_Street_Food_in_Darjeeling\" >Best Street Food in Darjeeling<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Kachori\" >Kachori<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Chowmein\" >Chowmein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Aloo_Paratha\" >Aloo Paratha<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Chaat\" >Chaat<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Famous_Food_Places_in_Darjeeling\" >Famous Food Places in Darjeeling<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#The_Kunga_Restaurant\" >The Kunga Restaurant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Glenarys\" >Glenary&#8217;s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#The_Park_Restaurant\" >The Park Restaurant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Himalayan_Java_Coffee\" >Himalayan Java Coffee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/foods-of-darjeeling\/#Norgay_Restaurant\" >Norgay Restaurant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Local_Specialties\"><\/span><strong>Local Specialties<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Local-Specialties.jpg\" alt=\"Local Specialties\" class=\"wp-image-11624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Local-Specialties.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Local-Specialties-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Momos:<\/strong> Momos are a common <strong>food in Darjeeling<\/strong>. They are steamed or fried dumplings filled with a tasty mix of minced meat (usually pork or chicken) or veggies. Often, they come with a hot sauce to dip them in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thukpa:<\/strong> This hearty Tibetan noodle soup is called thukpa. It is made with broth, meat, veggies, and noodles. On cold days in Darjeeling, this dish is just what you need to warm up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gundruk:<\/strong> Darjeeling food often includes gundruk, a fermented green vegetable. Recipes that use it include soups, stews, and chutneys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sel Roti:<\/strong> People in Darjeeling love this crispy fried bread called Sel Roti. People usually eat it by itself or with a sweet sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Aloo Dum:<\/strong> Along with rice or roti, Aloo Dum is a famous dish in Darjeeling. It is a spicy potato curry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\" style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-light-gray-color has-background has-vivid-red-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/tour-booking.php?tour=Darjeeling-tour-packages\">Enquiry for Darjeeling Tour Package<\/a> <a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-light-gray-color has-background has-vivid-red-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/india-tour\/darjeeling-tour-packages.html\">More Packages<\/a><\/div><br\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Influences\"><\/span><strong>Indian Influences<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Indian-Influences.jpg\" alt=\"Indian Influences\" class=\"wp-image-11625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Indian-Influences.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Indian-Influences-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chicken Momos<\/strong>: Momos are a dish that is usually linked with Tibetan food, but chicken momos are a popular Indian take on this dish. The sauce that goes with them is usually hot and made from tomatoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Samosas:<\/strong> In India, samosas are a popular snack. They are crispy triangle-shaped cakes filled with a tasty mix of potatoes, peas, and spices. Usually, a hot chutney goes with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Biryani:<\/strong> You can make this fragrant rice dish with meat, veggies, and spices called biryani. A lot of people choose it for important events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Luchi:<\/strong> Luchi are crispy flatbreads that are deep-fried and often eaten with different kinds of curries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tibetan_Influences\"><\/span><strong>Tibetan Influences<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tibetan-Influences.jpg\" alt=\"Tibetan Influences\" class=\"wp-image-11632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tibetan-Influences.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tibetan-Influences-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thenthuk:<\/strong> Many things go into making thenthuk, a hearty noodle soup, such as meat, veggies, and broth. It tastes a lot like thukpa, but the soup is stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gyathuk:<\/strong> In Gyathuk, Tibetan noodle soup, meat, veggies, and broth are all mixed. Some people say it tastes like thukpa or thenthuk, but others say it tastes spicier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sha Phaley:<\/strong> In Tibet, people like to snack on these crispy fried pastries that are filled with a tasty mix of meat or veggies. Often, they come with a hot sauce to dip them in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\" style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-light-gray-color has-background has-vivid-red-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/tour-booking.php?tour=Darjeeling-tour-packages\">Enquiry for Darjeeling Tour Package<\/a> <a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-light-gray-color has-background has-vivid-red-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/india-tour\/darjeeling-tour-packages.html\">More Packages<\/a><\/div><br\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-green-cyan-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Street_Food_in_Darjeeling\"><\/span><strong>Best Street Food in Darjeeling<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-Street-Food-in-Darjeeling.jpg\" alt=\"Best Street Food in Darjeeling\" class=\"wp-image-11626\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-Street-Food-in-Darjeeling.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-Street-Food-in-Darjeeling-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kachori\"><\/span><strong>Kachori<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In India, kachori is a deep-fried pastry filled with a mix of lentils, spices, and sometimes veggies. Darjeeling street food vendors often serve it with sour chutneys and pickles. Kachori is a popular quick and filling snack because it is crunchy outside and tasty inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chowmein\"><\/span><strong>Chowmein<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>People in Darjeeling love chowmein, a Chinese-style stir-fried rice dish that you can get on the street. People cook the noodles in a tasty sauce with a variety of veggies and sometimes meat. It is a quick and delicious choice that shows how Chinese and Indian food have mixed in this area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aloo_Paratha\"><\/span><strong>Aloo Paratha<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>People in Darjeeling like to eat aloo paratha for breakfast. This is an Indian flatbread filled with spicy mashed potatoes. People on the street serve it hot with butter, yogurt, and pickles. It is a comfortable and tasty choice because it has crispy bread and a delicious filling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chaat\"><\/span><strong>Chaat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people in Darjeeling also like Indian street food, such as chaat. In this dish, potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, and tangy tamarind chutney are often mixed and topped with spices and fresh cilantro. There are lots of different tastes and textures in this snack, which is excellent for people who like to try new things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-green-cyan-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Famous_Food_Places_in_Darjeeling\"><\/span><strong>Famous Food Places in Darjeeling<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\" style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-light-gray-color has-background has-vivid-red-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/tour-booking.php?tour=Darjeeling-tour-packages\">Enquiry for Darjeeling Tour Package<\/a> <a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-light-gray-color has-background has-vivid-red-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/india-tour\/darjeeling-tour-packages.html\">More Packages<\/a><\/div><br\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Kunga_Restaurant\"><\/span><strong>The Kunga Restaurant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-Kunga-Restaurant.jpg\" alt=\"The Kunga Restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-11627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-Kunga-Restaurant.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-Kunga-Restaurant-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people know that the Kunga Restaurant on Gandhi Road serves real Tibetan and Nepali food. People from all over the world come to try their famous momos and thukpa. It is a must-see for anyone who wants to try Darjeeling&#8217;s delicious food because of its cozy atmosphere and tasty food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glenarys\"><\/span><strong>Glenary&#8217;s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/glenarys-darjeeling.jpg\" alt=\"Glenary's\" class=\"wp-image-11628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/glenarys-darjeeling.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/glenarys-darjeeling-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Along Nehru Road, Glenary&#8217;s is an old bakery and diner that has been serving tasty food since 1965. The bakery Glenary&#8217;s is well-known for its many pastries, cakes, and continental meals. Many people go there for breakfast, lunch, or a coffee break. It is a favorite among tourists because of its cute setting and tasty food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Park_Restaurant\"><\/span><strong>The Park Restaurant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/the-park-restaurant-darjeeling.jpg\" alt=\"The Park Restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-11629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/the-park-restaurant-darjeeling.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/the-park-restaurant-darjeeling-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Park Restaurant is well-known for its large menu, which includes both Indian and Tibetan foods. It is located on the main road. Thukpa, momos, and different kinds of curries are what the place is known for. It is a great spot to eat with family and friends because it is casual, and the food is tasty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\" style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-light-gray-color has-background has-vivid-red-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/tour-booking.php?tour=Darjeeling-tour-packages\">Enquiry for Darjeeling Tour Package<\/a> <a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-light-gray-color has-background has-vivid-red-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/india-tour\/darjeeling-tour-packages.html\">More Packages<\/a><\/div><br\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Himalayan_Java_Coffee\"><\/span><strong>Himalayan Java Coffee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/himalayan-java-coffee.jpg\" alt=\"Himalayan Java Coffee\" class=\"wp-image-11630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/himalayan-java-coffee.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.honeymoonbug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/himalayan-java-coffee-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Himalayan Java Coffee on Chowrasta is a must-see for coffee lovers. 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