Rudra Cafe Malana

Top, Malana, Pini, Himachal Pradesh 175130, India
+91 98059 14337
$$$ Cafe , Coffee shop
(139 Reviews)

Rudra Cafe Malana sits perched atop Malana Village, offering more than just a spot to grab a coffee. This cafe blends practical comforts with breathtaking views of the Himalayas, making it a favored resting place for trekkers and solo travelers navigating the remote trails of Himachal Pradesh. With a relaxed, open-air vibe, it invites visitors to linger over freshly made meals or a warm cup while soaking in the mountain scenery.

The setting is calm and refreshingly quiet, framed by expansive vistas that encourage slowing down, whether you're just passing through or settling in for a longer stay. Visitors often appreciate the friendly, helpful staff here, which adds to the welcoming feel of the place – a homey contrast to the rugged terrain outside. The cafe doubles as a lodge with accommodation, providing practical shelter and comfort after the steep climb up from the village below.

Food-wise, while the menu offers a mix of Indian and Western snacks and meals suitable for lunch or dinner, different tastes are accommodated, including the popular Nuttela Pancake, which seems to be a local favorite. The overall quality of the food is fresh and satisfying, fitting for the energy demands of travelers in the area.

The atmosphere carries a unique soundtrack that blends regional tunes with occasional psytrance, creating a relaxed but lively background that visitors can even customize to some extent. It’s a place where you get to take in the mountain air and unwind, supported by modest but functional amenities – though some practical details, like washroom cleanliness, show room for improvement but remain usable.

Best time to visit would be during daylight hours when the natural light highlights the panoramic views and the open seating feels most inviting. The crowd here is a mix of trekking enthusiasts, solo adventurers, and local visitors, all converging for the same reason – to pause and enjoy the simplicity of good food and great company against one of the region’s most impressive backdrops.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Open 24 hours

Tuesday

Open 24 hours

Wednesday

Open 24 hours

Thursday

Open 24 hours

Friday

Open 24 hours

Saturday

Open 24 hours

Sunday

Open 24 hours

139 Reviews
Divya Kushwaha

05 Nov 2025

This Café feels calm and refreshing, with a nice open view that makes you want to sit a little longer. The food is fresh and tastes good, service is polite, and the overall vibe is relaxed and comfortable.

Subith Raj

03 Nov 2025

There is an amazing atmosphere and view, as well as friendly staff. The stay, food, and service are excellent.

krishna kanth

23 Oct 2025

It is located on the top of Malana Village. They have complete accommodation. Also, you can stay in the cafe if you are traveling solo. Food and menu is amazing. Best part is the view of mighty Himalayas from the cafe.. love to stay there time and again.

Abhishek Mishra

17 Oct 2025

It's like home away from home. The selection of Indian and western snacks, arrangements for delicious lunch and dinner is good. Washroom is not very clean, but yeah.. Okay to use I'll say. You can help yourself with the music of your own choice. Otherwise, the caretaker of the place takes care of it for you. You can expect a touch of regional music mixed with occasional psytrance. You get amazing views of Malana hydropower project and some waterfalls on distant snowcapped hills. You can trek or just walk about 100 metres from this place to catch these glimpses. Combine it with local cuisines and a whiff of what Amsterdam and the world longs for, and you'll feel you're in heaven.

Madan Gopal Madabhushi

16 Oct 2025

After crossing Malana village, We went to this fantastic cafe cum lodge stop the mountain, a bit steep climb but as we were hungry,we relished the ambience and freshly made food, young owner is quite helpful.

Megha Pareek

07 Oct 2025

Such a good hospitality. The uncle here whom we call chacha is so sweet. The serve the simplest home like food Such a great view you can get from the common room as well as the from the other rooms. Neat and clean toilets Bonus point they have a dog named Pablo

Rohan Chatterjee

27 Sep 2025

Paradise. That's enough to describe this place. The view, the hospitality of Ajay, who scored for us, rolled for us, smoked with us and then cooked for us. The view from the place just chills your spine EVER SINGLE TIME. Definitely going back again.

Renza

16 Sep 2025

Run by two young chaps who will do their best to keep you happy. They serve decent snacks and there is a lounge where you can chill and listen to music. The rooms are average and there is just one loo which is shared.

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