Laos has entered the top 5 of the cheapest cities in Asia in 2022 as stated by priceoftravel.com. Vientiane Capital was ranked in the 1st position while Luang Prabang was in the 4th. If you are wondering where to find cheap eats venues, check out our selection in this article.
For most, traveling to a foreign country means exploring a different culture, and food has a huge cultural part. Yet, you don’t want to be stuck in bed or worse because of indigestion or food poisoning.
When preparing the broth for noodles Lao people love to use a lot of sugar, salt, and MSG! it gives it a better flavor as they say. Coriander and chili peppers are another must-have in Lao cooking. If you order a meal at any Lao joint, don’t forget to specify “no spicy” if you are intolerant. On average in Luang Prabang, a local dish will cost up to LAK 25.000 or $1.7
Hereafter, are a few well-known top-rated restaurants where you can eat safely. Click on the links to get more information about those places.
One of the very best duck soup restaurants in town. You have the choice of meat and noodle type. The broth is clear and lightly flavored with herbs. The price for a bowl is about LAK 20.000
This Lao Thai restaurant serves one of the healthiest food in Luang Prabang. You can find rice-based dishes, soups, and pan-fried noodles on the menu. There is also a self-serve water refill station.
100% Thai dishes are served at Puck Luck. The place atmosphere is great. Although it looks like an upscale restaurant, prices are very affordable. The quality of ingredients and the plate presentation make it another must-try experience in Luang Prabang.
A Lao-Vietnamese restaurant, located at the corner of Wat Sene in the heart of the peninsula. One of the ex-pats’ and tourists’ most cheap eats venue. Their motto should be: simple is delicious. You will not find Bo Bun elsewhere in town. Fried nems are so yummy also – see the above picture.
Viva Pasta is located on the outskirt of the tourist areas, yet only 5 minutes away if you take a Tuk Tuk. They offer fresh homemade pasta for less than $2. Additionally, the drink side offers a good selection of spirits, cocktails, and beers for a very very affordable price.
Break For A Bread serves delicious Banh Mi – Vietnamese bread filled with your choice of grilled meat, omelet, and veggies. On the drink side, you should definitely try one of their floral-infused beverages.
