ML 05 Cafe Shillong - A Biker’s Retreat Nestled in the Lap of Nature

Do not leave without trying nicely cooked brownies and good chocolate marshmallows. Don't miss the opportunity to drink delicious cappuccino, hot chocolate or chocolate shake.

The cosy atmosphere of ML 05 Cafe makes visitors feel relaxed and have a good time. Many guests consider the staff attentive. People say that the service is terrific here. Based on the reviewers' opinions, prices are adequate. As most reviewers remark, the decor at this place is spectacular. 4 is what this spot got from the Google rating system.

Well, we just discovered this cafe called ‘ML 05’ on 5th Mile, Upper Shillong. With its custom-themed decor and ambiance reflecting the owner’s love of sports, bikes, and travel, it is indeed the perfect retreat/haven for bikers and travelers alike.

We spent a cozy evening at ML 05 Cafe on an evening stroll around Upper Shillong, and had some yummy comfort food like wai wai thukpa, onion bhajia – with our favorite cup of hot chai. Located right beside a pine forest, the outdoor view was just as pleasant as the ambiance inside. This new cafe has only begun operations in May last year (2016), but it comes as no surprise that it is already one of the favorite spots for locals and tourists around the region.

We came across this space for the cafe in Upper Shillong, a few months after launching Dylan’s Cafe in Shillong. By looking at Dylan’s popularity within a few months, we found that the concept of a theme cafe was being well received. So, we decided we wanted to do something fun with our next project as well. While thinking about the core concept of ML 05, we again wanted to capture something which everyone from Shillong can relate to. Upper Shillong is an area where most locals go for their Sunday drives and picnics. It is frequented by biker groups and tourists as well who go there exploring.

“An average Shillong local is an avid car & bike enthusiast and everyone, from a taxi driver or a college student to a luxury car owner, invests in accessories and spruces up their cars. The concept was clear to us. We zeroed in on a cafe celebrating the love for cars and bikes that a lot of people in Shillong share among themselves. The name speaks for itself. ML 05 is the prefix of license numbers for vehicles in East Khasi Hill.”