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POPOLO CANTINA A hip addition to the culinary palette of Luang Prabang, Popolo is located in a lovingly restored heritage building and serves up a delicious menu of Mediterranean cuisine. They have a fantastic selection of fresh salads, pasta, and pizza from their wood-fired oven, which go down great with one of their creative cocktails.
BOUANG This favorite of the food scene serves up unique reinterpretations based on traditional Asian home cooking. The restaurant has become a haven for photographers and foodies alike, as every dish drips with creative presentation. Specialties include Cinnamon Pork Stew, Gnocchi Green Curry, and salads called “Buddha Bowls” made of fresh local vegetables.
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MAOLIN TAVERN This rustic yet inviting pub on Luang Prabang’s main drag is a great place to relax after a day of sightseeing and meet with locals and tourists alike. The well-stocked bar has draft Belgian and Lao beer, as well as French wines, cocktails, and a selection of Asian and Western food to keep you refreshed throughout the night.
A great option for meat lovers and those who love them. Succulent steaks, both local and imported, are seared to perfection by a western chef. Burgers and salads are also on offer, as well as Lao and Italian food. Wine and cocktail pairings are also on offer to enhance the people watching on this bustling end of the main street.
ICON KLUB This cozy bohemian bar is the creation of Hungarian ex-pat, Lisa. Her creative spirit is evident in every wall and corner of the room. The cocktails contain classics, as well as new concoctions like the Vanilla Sky and Absinthe Martini. Depending on the mood on any given evening, poetry readings and live music might spontaneously occur. Stop in for a drink and end up staying all evening.
Moving inside beyond the unassuming exterior, a modern and well-stocked lounge await. A plethora of hard-to-come-by spirits lines the bar, which is home to a range of unique sophisticated cocktails like the Ultimate G&T served with a ribbon of cucumber, or the Pineapple Ginger Mojito. Modern bar food and desserts also fill out the menu.
