For a person not intent on experimentation a simple order of mixed vegetables or Pahadi chicken curry will ever go wrong. However if one is in no mood for pure Indian cuisine, a small yet famous joint called “Lee’s Kitchen” on the GulabGhati Road (2.7km from Kathgodam railway station) is well known for its Chinese with the Dragon chicken or veg Manchurian with noodles being the most recommended combo but if one is a non-vegetarian they should try the fish as it is sure to be freshly cought.

Another alternative to local food is ‘The Café’ in Ranikhet, very popular among tourists it also has adjoining villas to stay in with a spectacular view of the mountains. If one does happen to cross ‘The Café’ they should definitely stop to try some carrot cake a specialty of the owner.