Cecil Restaurant

Shimla


Widely rated Shimla's top restaurant, and with prices to match, the Cecil provides hushed elegance, big view-windows and a chance to sport your newly tailored suit (dress code applies).

The menu is strong on curries from all over India and Thailand as well as imaginative Continental and fusion options: try Cochin sea-bass with vodka-marinated cucumber and cauliflower purée.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Shimla attractions

1. Himachal State Museum

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2. Himalayan Bird Park

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3. Gorton Castle

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4. Railway Board Building

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5. Kali Bari Mandir

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6. Viceregal Lodge

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7. Bantony

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8. Sri Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara

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This major Sikh temple isn't a particular attraction but makes a useful landmark beside busy Cart Rd below the bazaar area.