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What to order
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Hot Chocolate
Most frequently praised item; reviewers called it rich, comforting, delicious, and a must-try, with several mentioning how well it was customized and how perfect it felt in the cold hill-station setting.
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Cold Coffee
Specifically singled out as very refreshing and tasty, with one reviewer saying it was the best they had ever had.
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Fries
Praised for being fresh, crispy, and tasty, with one review calling them some of the freshest fries and another mentioning them with a good mustard sauce.
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Chicken Pizza
Recommended because it exceeded expectations, with reviewers describing it as flavorful and well-balanced in toppings.
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Waffles
Mentioned as really nice and refreshing, making it a well-liked sweet option at the café.
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Cheesecake
Called delicious in a positive review, making it one of the notable dessert recommendations.
Details
Location
South End House, Gajendra Building, 1, Mall Rd, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, 248179, IN
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 12 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10 PM |
About Cafe By The Way
Cafe By The Way is a cafe and coffee store in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, located on Mall Road. It offers coffee, small plates, breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with outdoor seating, dine-in, takeout, and Wi-Fi. Reviewers consistently praise the cozy ambience, friendly service, and the quiet first-floor setting with books, board games, and views of Mall Road. Popular mentions include coffee, shakes, garlic bread, pizza, and hot chocolate.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Google Pay
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Cafe By The Way known for?
It is especially known for its cozy Mall Road setting, coffee, and hot chocolate, along with a relaxed space that includes books and board games. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the ambience and the quiet, tucked-away feel as a big part of why it stands out in Mussoorie.
What dishes are most recommended at Cafe By The Way?
Reviewers most often recommend the garlic bread, chicken pizza, hot chocolate, and cold coffee. Other frequently praised items include waffles, cheesecake, iced tea, and shakes, with several comments calling the drinks rich, refreshing, or especially well made.
What is the atmosphere like at Cafe By The Way?
The vibe is cozy, quiet, and casual, with a warm interior, light music, plants, books, and board games. It suits solo visitors, groups of friends, and people looking for a relaxed break on Mall Road rather than a loud dining room.
Is Cafe By The Way good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ₹400–600, and reviewers often say the food and drinks are worth the wait and the cost. People describe the portions and quality as satisfying, especially for items like pizza, coffee, and hot chocolate in a hill-station setting.
What should I know before visiting Cafe By The Way?
It is on Mussoorie’s Mall Road and can be a little hard to spot because it is tucked among shops on the first floor. Reviews also note that service can be slow at times, so it is a better choice if you want to linger over coffee, snacks, and the view rather than rush through a meal.
Is parking available at Cafe By The Way?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Cafe By The Way have vegetarian options?
Yes, Cafe By The Way offers vegan options.
Is Cafe By The Way kid-friendly?
Yes, Cafe By The Way is good for kids.
