Places to eat in Bhutan

Savor Bhutan’s Culinary Diversity

Bhutan offers a range of dining options, from traditional Bhutanese cuisine to international dishes. While Bhutan doesn’t have a bustling food scene like some other countries, you can still find some charming places to eat. Here are a few types of places to consider:

  • Local Eateries and Restaurants: Look for small local restaurants and eateries that serve Bhutanese cuisine. These places often provide a taste of authentic Bhutanese dishes like Ema Datshi (chili cheese), Phaksha Paa (pork with spicy sauce), and momos (dumplings).
  • Hotels and Resorts: Many hotels and resorts in Bhutan offer on-site dining options. They often serve a mix of Bhutanese and international dishes to cater to the diverse tastes of travelers.
  • Cafes and Tea Houses: In larger towns like Thimphu and Paro, you can find cafes and tea houses that serve a variety of snacks, tea, and coffee. These places can be excellent for a quick break.
  • Street Food: While Bhutan doesn’t have a well-developed street food culture, you may find street vendors selling snacks like deep-fried dumplings or noodles in some urban areas.
  • Local Markets: Bhutan’s local markets are a great place to sample fresh produce, fruits, and snacks. You can find vendors selling traditional Bhutanese food items and ingredients.
  • International Cuisine: In the larger cities, you can also find restaurants serving international cuisine such as Indian, Chinese, and continental dishes.

When visiting Bhutan, don’t forget to try some of the unique Bhutanese dishes. Be prepared for the fact that the spiciness level in Bhutanese cuisine can be quite high, so be sure to let the chef know your preferences if you can’t handle extremely spicy food. Enjoy your culinary adventure in this beautiful Himalayan kingdom!

Hotels and Reastaurants in Bhutan (Places to eat in Bhutan)

Thimphu

Hotels and Restaurants in Thimphu

Thimphu is the Capital City of Bhutan since 1960. Popular for being the  only city in the world without traffic lights, Thimphu Valley  lies at an elevation of 7600 ft and ..

Paro

Hotels and Restaurants in Paro

Paro is one of the western most districts of Bhutan and is famous for red rice. In addition, the first and only international airport of Bhutan is also located in Paro…

Haa

Hotels and Restaurants in Haa

Opened to tourism only in the year 2002, Haa features the  diversity of culture, legends and shamanistic rituals. The valley is also a paradise for nature lovers..

Punakha Dzong

Hotels and Restaurants in Phuentsholing

A fertile valley with  temperate climate, Punakha served as old capital till 1955. It still serves as the winter seat of the monk body. River rafting is popular here both …..

Wangduephodrang

Hotels and Restaurants in Punakha/ Wangdue

Wangduephodrang district, popularly known as simply Wangdue is adjacent to Punakha. the main towns of these districts are approximately 10 km apart….. 

Gasa Dzong

Hotels and Reataurants in Gangtey/Phobjikha

Gasa is the northernmost district of the Western Bhutan and is the least populated one. The recent road connection to this place is increasing its popularity amongst.

Punakha Dzong

Hotels and Restaurants in Trongsa

A fertile valley with  temperate climate, Punakha served as old capital till 1955. It still serves as the winter seat of the monk body. River rafting is popular here both …..

Wangduephodrang

Hotels and Restaurants in Bumthang

Wangduephodrang district, popularly known as simply Wangdue is adjacent to Punakha. the main towns of these districts are approximately 10 km apart….. 

Gasa Dzong

Hotels and Restaurants in Mongar

Gasa is the northernmost district of the Western Bhutan and is the least populated one. The recent road connection to this place is increasing its popularity amongst.

Punakha Dzong

Hotels and Restaurants in Trashigang

Wangduephodrang

Hotels and Restaurants in Trashiyangtse

Gasa Dzong

Hotels and Restaurants in Samdrupjongkhar

Punakha Dzong

Hotels and Restaurants in Gyelephu

Wangduephodrang

Hotels and Restaurants in Tsirang

Gasa Dzong

Hotels and Restaurants in Dagana

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