Fodor's Expert Review Tamarind Restaurant and Cooking School
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Luang Prabang
Lunch
Fodor's Choice
This riverside restaurant is the place to experience and understand Lao cuisine in Luang Prabang. The various tasting menus feature five traditional types of jeow, or dips, to be eaten with vegetables or sticky rice; there's also a "five-bites" selection that includes dried buffalo, sai oua (flavored local sausage), and other delicacies. The restaurant also runs a popular cooking school worth checking out.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Lemongrass stuffed with chicken
- Watermelon and chili granita
- Well-trained local staff
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Reservations essential