Where can I eat near XTSY in Shillong?

TAB Bistro by XTSY is a multi-cuisine restaurant in New Shillong Township serving North Indian gravies and live tandoor, Indo-Chinese, XTSY dum biriyani, South Indian and hand-crafted pasta. It is open for breakfast 8:45 AM – 12 PM & dinner 5 PM – 11 PM, closed for walk-in lunch though lunch preorders are accepted, takes reservations, and handles catering and bulk orders.

Can I order food on WhatsApp?

Yes, you can reserve a table or place a bulk/catering order with TAB Bistro on WhatsApp +91 88373 17070.

Food & dining · Updated October 2026

Healthy & Light in Shillong

Q: Does XTSY have an in-house restaurant?

Yes — TAB Bistro serves North Indian gravies and live tandoor, Indo-Chinese, XTSY dum biriyani, South Indian and hand-crafted pasta, with full vegetarian sections, plus group and event catering.

TAB Bistro by XTSY offers healthy, grilled and salad-forward options in Shillong, open for breakfast 8:45 AM–12 PM & dinner 5–11 PM.

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The details

Backed by XTSY — Northeast India's NEITA 2025-nominated hospitality brand, operating India's biggest backpacker hostel and the country's first 270° stargaze glamping ensuite, both in Shillong. Craving healthy & light food in Shillong? TAB Bistro by XTSY is a multi-cuisine forest-dining restaurant where healthy & light sits alongside 10+ other cuisines — cooked fresh, served generously, and open for breakfast 8:45 AM – 12 PM & dinner 5 PM – 11 PM.

Healthy & Light Dishes to Try

What to order:

✓ Clear soup & lemon coriander soup
✓ Tandoori malai broccoli
✓ Steamed rice with tomato rasam
✓ Fruit bowl, fruit salad & curd rice
✓ Fresh lime, lemon mint & lemon soda

Why TAB Bistro for Healthy & Light

A reliable healthy food restaurant in Shillong:

✓ Tandoor-grilled rather than fried
✓ Light rice-and-rasam plates
✓ Fresh lime and mint, no syrup needed
✓ Full veg sections
✓ Portions you can share

Why Travellers Pick XTSY

XTSY is a Northeast Indian independent hospitality brand — Shillong-born, traveller-built, and having hosted 10,786+ guests through owned properties, curated tours, weddings, catering and rentals.

✓ NEITA 2025 nominee — Best Budget-Friendly Accommodation in Northeast India
✓ Experience by XTSY — India's first stargaze glamp
✓ Rated 4.7★ on Google from 248 reviews
✓ Pluxee India partner — corporate stays via employee-benefit vouchers accepted
✓ 24/7 WhatsApp booking & on-trip support — +91 88373 17070
✓ Owned operations in Shillong + vetted partner network across NE India and Sikkim

Where to Eat: Healthy & Light in Shillong & TAB Bistro

Beyond healthy & light in shillong, XTSY guests enjoy TAB Bistro — our in-house kitchen serving North Indian gravies and live tandoor, Indo-Chinese, XTSY dum biriyani, South Indian and hand-crafted pasta. It's a reliable, hygienic option for travellers who want great food without hunting across the city.

✓ TAB Bistro: multi-cuisine menu with full vegetarian sections
✓ Everything cooked to order, not held in a counter
✓ Bulk, group and event catering available
✓ Hygiene-first kitchen with consistent quality
✓ Open to walk-ins and in-house guests alike
✓ Order or reserve a table on WhatsApp +91 88373 17070

Frequently asked questions

Written by the XTSY travel team, New Shillong TownshipWe run XTSY Travellers Hostel and plan Northeast India trips every day. Prices on this page come from our live booking engine; drive times are checked against our own trips. Last reviewed October 2026.