Ranchi's Café Culture Is Thriving: Try These 5 Places To Experience It

In recent times, Ranchi's culinary landscape has seen an emerging café culture that reflects the city's evolving urban identity. From stylish rooftop hangouts and contemporary dining spaces to cosy cafés perfect for weekend brunches, the city has something for every kind of foodie. If you're looking for the best cafes in Ranchi to enjoy great food and even greater drinks, these are the places that deserve a spot on your list.

Mocha Cafe & Bar, Lalpur, Ranchi 

Mocha Cafe is for anyone who loves dining with views of sunsets and expansive skies. This place is ideal for weekend brunches where you can enjoy tempting food and comforting beverages. You can choose from various cuisines, including North Indian, Middle Eastern, Italian, and Pan Asian. Pasta lovers can try their creamy Pink Sauce Penne, and for something protein-rich, order the Herbed Marinated Grilled Chicken served with mashed potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and porcini mushroom sauce.  

Must-haves: Herbed Marinated Grilled Chicken, Pink Sauce Penne, Three Cheese & Spinach Dip, Dahi Ke Kebabs, Pink Pepper Butter Garlic Prawns, Tres Leches 

Cost for two: ₹ 1500 

Zoi, JD Hi Street Mall, Ranchi

Regarded by many as one of the best cafes in Ranchi, Zoi is the kind of place you visit with your family for a fancy dinner. On its menu, you will find numerous options for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, including burgers, pizza, pasta, dimsum, and more. A crowd favourite here for vegetarians is the Harissa Chargrilled Broccoli made with hungcurd-marinated broccoli, which is then spiced with harissa and grilled in a clay oven.

Must-haves: Harissa Chargrilled Broccoli, Wild Mushroom and Truffle Risotto, Triple Temptation Cottage Cheese Burger, Fried Up Wings, Wild Mushroom & Truffle Dumpling, Matilda Cake

Cost for two: ₹ 1400

Oona The One, Kadru, Ranchi

Warmly lit and tastefully designed, Oona The One offers a cosy and unhurried atmosphere where you can enjoy your food in the company of your loved ones. This place offers multiple cuisines, including North Indian, Italian, and Pan-Asian. If dimsums are your weakness, do not leave this cafe without trying their most delectable Cream Cheese Mushroom Dimsum - tender on the outside and cheesy on the inside. 

Must-haves: Cream Cheese Mushroom Dimsum, Oven Roasted Baby Potatoes, Chaman Malai Gilafi Seek, Rosemary Mutton Seek, Pan-fried Chilly Fish, California Veg Sushi, Oona Chocolate Ball

Cost for two: ₹ 1200

Greeka Kitchen & Bar, Kanke Rd, Ranchi

Considered the prettiest rooftop cafe in Ranchi by many foodies, the decor of this place is inspired by Ancient Greece and displays a classical grandeur. Always buzzing and vibrant, this place is ideal for unwinding with colleagues after a tiring day at work. If you don’t like skipping your greens, go for their Classic Caesar Salad comprising bread croutons, shredded chicken, poached eggs, and parmesan cheese. Those of you craving a pizza should try their Chicken Dominator Pizza, a crowd favourite loaded with chicken sausages, smoked chicken chunks, chicken tikka, jalapeno, and onions. 

Must-haves: Classic Caesar Salad, Chicken Dominator Pizza, Spaghetti Aglio-e-Olio, Mushroom & Cheese Bruschetta, Prawns Salt & Pepper, Chicken Lasagna, Apple Cinnamon Pie

Cost for two: ₹ 1250

Prana Bar & Kitchen, Harmu, Ranchi

Prana Bar & Kitchen looks elegant, contemporary, and perfect for having lingering conversations with friends over delicious food and drinks. If you come here for breakfast, try their Grilled Avocado Toast, and for brunch or dinner, we recommend Chicken Teriyaki - a wholesome bowl of sliced chicken dipped in sweet and sour sauce and served with rice. 

Must-haves: Chicken Teriyaki, Grilled Avocado Toast, Mediterranean Chicken Skewers, Non-Veg Mezze Platter, Roasted Chilli Garlic Wings, Classic Prawn Tempura, Classic Tiramisu

Cost for two: ₹ 1000