What to Eat in Kasol Today?

Famous Food to Eat in Kasol

Most meals in Kasol are simple, filling and made for cool mountain weather. These are the dishes to look out for.

Israeli Platter (Shakshuka and Hummus)

Eggs poached in a spiced tomato sauce, served with hummus, pita and often falafel. It is the dish most closely linked with Kasol's cafés and a popular breakfast or brunch.

Parvati Trout

Trout from the cold waters of the valley, grilled or fried with herbs. It is one of the few dishes that feels truly local to Kasol's riverside cafés.

Manikaran Langar

The free community meal served at Manikaran Gurudwara, where rice is cooked using water from the hot springs. It is simple, vegetarian and shared by everyone who comes.

Siddu

A steamed wheat bun stuffed with a spiced filling such as walnuts or lentils and served with ghee. It is a classic Himachali comfort food, best eaten hot.

Steamed Momos

Dumplings served with a hot chutney. They are the everyday snack of the Parvati Valley and easy to find in Kasol and Chalal.

Cafés in Kasol

Cafés are the heart of eating out in Kasol. Many sit right by the river, with long menus of Israeli, Italian, Indian and Tibetan food, and slow service that suits a relaxed day. In Chalal, the cafés are smaller and quieter.

Food Tips for Travellers in Kasol

• Try the langar at Manikaran and cover your head in the dining hall.
• Order trout where it is cooked fresh, and ask how it is prepared.
• Drink bottled, boiled or filtered water.
• Eat a proper breakfast before a trek, as food on the trails can be limited.
• Many cafés close or reduce hours in the coldest months, so check before you set out.
• Carry cash, as not every small café accepts cards or UPI.

For a list of recommended places, see where to eat in Kasol.