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Cafe Sol

The Mall, Lower Bazaar, Shimla, India
Ranked #4 of 18 restaurants in Shimla
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
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London
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We went for a drink and some cake at the Sol Cafe, I put my shopping bag with some bangles and bindi's on the chair next to me, when we left I had left the bag on the seat, as the seat was pushed under the table and the bag was out of sight and I had realised as soon... More

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Noida, India
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Most places in Shimla offer typical oily punjabi food. This restaurant offers, Mexican, Italian and Thai food. We accidentally discovered it and found it amazing place to have a few pints of beer in the afternoon and have quick lunch. Later we returned and had Dinner as well. Its a nice place to go if you are trying to avoid... More

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Fresno, California, USA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Cafe Sol is on the way to the mall from the elevators that bring you up from the parking lots below the mall. Cars can't go up to the mall. It was great food and atmosphere. Staff was attentive and helpful with the menu. View of the valley, from we were sitting (far end from the main road) was great. More

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NEW DELHI
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

This restaurant is situated on the roof top of hotel Combermere. The continental, Mexican, Italian etc food is awesome. Lasania, Pizza, Tacos, cookies pasties etc. all were mouth watering. However no Indian food here. For that you need to go down the lift to 4th floor. Restaurant there serves you Indian and Chinese. Which is again awesome. We had food... More

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Maidenhead, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

Best dish - nachos della casa. Best I've had outside Mexico. All prices reasonable even after adding vat + service tax. Very good cappucinos at IRs55. Also have takeaway pizzas, pastries and cakes. All freshly made. More

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New Delhi, India
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

Went there 3 times in 3 days, the pasta, salads and burgers are amazing. The drinks are good and the menu is huge. A very fancy place and excellent choice if one wants to have non indian food. A lot of westerners and good crowd comes here. Is almost packed most times and plenty of locals too. We ordered 2... More

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Jersey, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Stopped for a coffee along the Mall. Good service and nice snacks and tea / coffee. Has a more western rather than Indian feel to it, which can be a blessing after long travels in India. The prices are also more 'western' to match. More

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Doha, Qatar
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

This was a nice coffee shop with good views that was comfortable and served western food and snacks. Like a Starbucks. More

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Mumbai, India
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

this was a real treat. Right next the the lift and after a long journey and tiresome wait for the lift what better place to eat. Good food and delicious soup and one of my best coffees in a long time. A bit more expensive than many of the eateries around but worth every rupee. More

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Gurgaon, India
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

I have been going to shimla for 15 years, but on last 2 occasions i went to this place atleast 5 times, and every single time came out full satisfied. The food tastes good , pastries are yum, prices high compared to others, but worth the taste. Service could improve a shade, but no complaints....If you love your food, go... More

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