Where to Eat in Matheran
Almost every place to eat in Matheran is on or near MG Road, the bazaar that runs from the station. Eat there before you head out, because there is little food at the points.
2 places
MG Road
1 place
Around the city
Not sure what to order? The Matheran food guide starts from the dishes — what each one is, when to eat it, and which of these kitchens is known for it.
One street does most of the work
MG Road is Matheran's main street and its dining room. Restaurants, snack counters, chikki shops and small hotels line it from the station end. Almost everything is on foot, so choose a place near where your walk ends rather than crossing town for a meal.
Biryani in the bazaar
Shabbir Bhai Restaurant is the town's best-known name for biryani, kebabs and meat curries, and has fed visitors for decades. It sits in the main market and can be crowded at lunch on weekends. Opening hours have been reported differently in different places, so check on the day.
Thalis and family meals
Garden View Restaurant on MG Road is a steady choice for a sit-down meal, with a Maharashtrian thali and fried snacks such as kanda bhajji. It suits families and groups who want to sit for a while after a long walk.
Quick bites
Kalpana Restaurant is a busy counter for vada pav, bhajji and chai, useful before an early walk or on the way back from the points. Stalls of this kind fry in small batches, so the food is usually hot.
Chikki to take home
Kohinoor Chikki is one of the MG Road shops for fresh chikki and fudge, with fruit ice cream too. Buy on your last afternoon so the chikki stays crisp for the journey.
Timing your meals
Kitchens are busiest from about 1 pm to 3 pm and after 8 pm on weekends and holidays, when day visitors and hotel guests overlap. Eat early if you are catching the last train or walking back to Dasturi. After dark the forest paths are unlit, so plan the walk home before you order.
Hotel dining
Many Matheran hotels include some meals in their room rates. If yours does, you may only need the bazaar for lunch and snacks. See the food guide for what to order.
Questions
Matheran — FAQ
Where should I eat in Matheran?
3 places are listed here, across 2 areas. Each entry says what that kitchen is known for rather than reprinting its menu, so pick by the dish you want and the area you'll be in.
What should I order in Matheran?
Start from the dishes rather than the restaurants — the Matheran food guide covers what each dish is and when to eat it, then links to the places that do it well.
Where can I get biryani in Matheran?
Shabbir Bhai Restaurant in the main market is the best-known place for biryani and kebabs. It gets crowded at weekend lunchtimes, so go early.
Are there places to eat at the Matheran viewpoints?
Only small tea and snack stalls at the busier points, and not always. Eat in the bazaar and carry water and a snack for longer walks.
Where should I buy chikki in Matheran?
From the shops along MG Road, such as Kohinoor Chikki. Most let you taste before buying. Buy on your last day so it stays crisp.