On Siem Reap’s Wat Bo Street, the Selantra Restaurant is a stylish dining outlet with an art gallery devoted to works by young Khmer artists. The Selantra boasts a menu of Khmer and international dishes as well as a large selection of wines and cocktails. It is suitable for private dinners or groups up to 85 guests.
House of Memories is a family-owned restaurant in Yangon. Set in a colonial style building, the restaurant is decorated with old-style fans, chandelier and the owner’s family memorabilia such as medals and photographs. The restaurant serves traditional Burmese cuisine with a wide variety of rice dishes as well as Western and Chinese dishes.
Dyen Sabai Restaurant has recently opened in Luang Prabang. Located on the other side of the Nam Khan River from the historic old town, the restaurant provides nice sunset views. The Dyen Sabai serves delicious Lao food, including a unique Sindha (their special fondue dish).
Sala Bai, Ecole Paul Dubrule and Shinta Mani are tourism schools in Siem Reap that provide young Cambodians with hospitality skills training in a professional working environment. Travelers can visit these schools for an informative tour of the facilities, have a chat with the students or sample culinary creations prepared by budding chefs. A visit to one of these hotel schools is a great way to make a positive contribution while holidaying in Cambodia!
An atmospheric bistro run by a young French expatriate, the Couleur Cafe is one of our perennial favorites in Luang Prabang. The restaurant is located in the heart of the peninsula within the UNESCO-listed area. Diners can ‘hide’ behind the vegetated wall that separates the sidewalk and the restaurant, and observe the street life and passer-bys. Do not miss the innovative specialties – fish cassolette with fine herbs and eggplant, stuffed bamboo with pork and creme de citron aux mangues. The cafe seats approximately 30 people.
Le Camargue is a new restaurant that has just started operations in Vientiane. The restaurant specializes in Southern French cuisine. Situated by the riverside, it can seat up to 38 people.
Housed in an art deco French villa in the city center of Hanoi, the new La Badiane is sure to delight. Owned and managed by the famed chef Benjamin Rascalou, the tantalizing cuisine is ‘international’ with a French and Vietnamese touch. La Badiane seats up to 75 people and is highly recommended for individuals, small groups or for special events.
Situated in a convenient location near Danang’s town center, the Blue Whale Restaurant presents a new alternative dining choice in this coastal city. Specializing in seafood, the beachfront restaurant offers a pleasant dining experience with sweeping sea views and elegant décor. Individuals or large groups can be accommodated in the restaurant’s various dining areas.
Since 31 January 2009, Restaurant Bobby Chin in Hanoi has been closed for relocation after 8 years at its Hoan Kiem lakeside location. The restaurant’s new location and opening date have yet to be confirmed.
Recently opened in Vientiane, L’Adresse is a new French restaurant located on the first floor of New Lao Paris Hotel on Samsenthai Street. Based on the concept of a French bistro, the restaurant serves salads, simple French dishes and wine. For now, it is only open for dinners in the evening but will operate for lunches soon.
La Scala is a new Italian restaurant located by the Mekong River. Housed in a communal style mansion, the restaurant is managed by a chef from Yangon’s L’ Opera Restaurant. An extensive Italian wine list accompanies the wide range of Italian specialties, ranging from pasta, pizza, antipasti to other Mediterranean favourites.
Another new addition to Vientiane’s riverfront restaurants is Lao Garden, which is located by the Mekong banks. Situated just outside Vientiane on the way to the border, Lao Garden can accommodate MICE groups and provide diners with opportunities to chill out and enjoy a sunset drink by the riverside. The restaurant features an extensive menu of Lao dishes and cocktails.
One of the latest additions to the dining scene in Phnom Penh, the Van’s Restaurant serves fine French cuisine in colonial ambiance. Located in the city center near the Tonle Sap River and Wat Phnom, the restaurant is set in the restored colonial building that used to house the Indochina Bank. Diners can dine alfresco or in the air-conditioned interior. It is a popular dining venue for FITs and groups.
