MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon - 12th June 2020

WEEKLY GUIDE JUNE 12- 18, 2020

12 restaurants to try in june

EVENTS Saturday, 13th of June

Farm to Table BBQ by The Pool @ Pun Hlaing Estate Set by Oasis Bistro with views out to the gardens and the outdoor pool, high-quality meat is cooked to your desires, complemented with traditional barbeque side salads bar and matching wines from Cellar Door. Meat choices include Australian Wagyu Rump, Porchetta and Jose’s homemade sausages (Beef and Pork).

Tables are set apart to observe physical distancing protocol; your order will be delivered to your tables (food delivery style) or you can collect them from the grills (take-out). ? Pun Hlaing Estate - Pun Hlaing Golf Estate, Yangon | 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Sunday, June 14

Sunday Boutique Brunch @ Savoy Hotel EEvery second Sunday, you can get the chance to try their incredible menu by renowned Executive Chef, Florian Eberhardt, freshly made with the best Myanmar and International produce.

Plus, being a la carte, you can observe social distancing (no queues) and they can minimise waste - protecting you and the environment. US$ 54.- net per person for a boutique package including free ow of house wines, prosecco, draft beer, and fresh juices. ? Savoy Hotel Yangon - 129 Dhammazedi Road, Yangon | 12 pm - 4 pm

Sunday Brunch @ Novotel Yangon Max EUSD 34 net per person including free flow of Beer, Red & White Wine, Sparkling Wine and Soft drinks. All foodies will be glad to know that they are ready to serve a variety of selection, both local and international cuisines. Limited Seats only. ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459 Pyay Road, Yangon | 12 pm - 3 pm

Tuesday, June 16

Meats & More - BBQ a la carte Buffet @ Sedona Hotel Yangon Every Tuesday and Friday, come and experience Sedona’s own BBQ a la carte buffet at USD 47 nett for 2 persons. Come with friends and family and enjoy unlimited beverages from soft drinks, beer, and wine. Children below 11 years old get 50% off. Prebooking is required. ? Sedona Hotel Yangon - No.1, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Yangon | 6 pm - 9 pm

Wednesday, June 17

Green Season Beer Promotion @ Rose Garden Hotel Wednesday, Mid of the week, the perfect evening to enjoy an iced cold draught beer while preparing for the weekend to come. Enjoy a freshly tapped beer served with potato snacks for only MMK 1800 in a relaxing atmosphere at their Veranda Bar. ? Rose Garden Hotel - Yangon - No. 171 Upper Pansodan Rd, Yangon

12 new restaurants to try in june

It’s been over 2 months since cafes, restaurants and other public places have been closed due to the pandemic. Now, the government has eased some regulations and many cafes and restaurants are back to served the dine-in customers. Check our list of new restaurants and hidden gems worth your visit.

Art Cafe Yangon

It serves with an aim to introduce the world-renowned Mediterranean dishes to the local people. Must try is Paella, a savoury Spanish rice dish with an array of seafood. It doesn’t accept dine-in yet but offers free delivery. If you’re a morning person, you can order breakfast sets starting from 8 am.

Order: https://www.facebook.com/artcafeyangon/

Couscous Kitchen

The Couscous Kitchen has been established to deliver the home cooked meal to anyone who is willing to experience the taste of the most famous dish, Couscous from North America. You can choose your favorite meat or keep it vegetarian. Just order one day in advance and let it be delivered to your home.

Tel: 09 261 389 288

DD Chicken

Are you a fan of grilled chicken or any type of chicken? Then, DD Chicken is the perfect place where you can get charcoal grill chicken whether original or spicy plus chicken sandwiches with sides. DD Chicken has now also added its newest menu – chargrilled pork neck with sticky rice.

Tel: 09 755 083 653

Edge Indian Restaurant

From well-spiced biryani to delicate confectionery, Indian food is always ideal for a big, fulfilling lunch. Both dine-in and delivery are available.

Address: Near Sule Pagoda, opposite the City Hall Order: GrabFood, Yangon Door2Door, Food2U

Joitamoi by Chef Orng

A new adventure, a new venue and a new name but the same love, passion and dedication from award-winning Chef Orng. With this new project, Chef Orng brings fine dining to Yangon’s down-town area featuring the best of French and Myanmar cuisines in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Address: 86B, Shin Saw Pu Road, Sanchaung Tsp, Myaynigone (Next to Old Skool)

Moon Cafe

It’s been around for a few months but worth visiting if you still haven’t.

Moon Cafe adds a traditional Japanese flair to the rooftop bar and bistro experience. Enjoy the monsoon breeze and the view of Shwedagon Pagoda with a glass of Rosé and salmon sashimi.

Address: 55, Old Yay Tar Shay Rd, Near Bahan 3th Street Market, Yangon.

Origin Coffee & Roastery

Made with coffee beans from Shan State in Myanmar, Origin Coffee offers a wide range of coffee and other beverages, together with a great food selection from breakfast to dessert. It has got such fascinating food items such as Origin’s Homemade Granola, Rice Burger, Ice cream sandwich and more.

Tel: 09 964 175 265 Address: Shop 19, The Central Boulevard, Kabar Aye Pagoda Road, Yangon

Pasta Box

You can never go wrong with fresh pasta! Pasta Box offers several pasta dishes – Fusilli, Penne, or any of your choice. Just check its menu and order them through its Facebook page or give a call!

Tel: 926 138 9330

Punjabi – Q

Myanmar’s first live table Indian barbecue restaurant, brings to you the authentic flavors of Punjab and the essence of tandoori cooking. Indulge yourself in spiced kebabs, scrumptious tikkas and a lavish Indian buffet alongside unlimited Bollywood fun.

Tel: 09 409 7000 71 Address: 8th Floor, Times Mall, Kyun Taw Road, Kamaryut Tsp, Yangon.

The Tea Club

Cafe in the day, bar at night. The Tea Club is located at Central Boulevard. Enjoy a selection of tea and beverages from all over the world, along with local and international food all day long.

Tel: 09 673 799 515 Hours: 11am – 7pm

The Bash Yangon

A new restaurant in town where you can get the whole chicken stuffed with sticky rice. The Bash Yangon does not offer a lot of menu items, yet it has got interesting and delicious meals that will meet the taste buds of both local and international foodies. Only takeaway and delivery service is available at the moment.

Tel: 09 509 6069 Address: No. 144, Dhamazaydi Road, Bahan Tsp, Yangon

Transporter Bar & Restaurant

Whether you are in need of BBQ or your favourite drinks or Shisha or even good music, you can get all at Transporter Bar and it is now offering Ladies’ Night special promotion – 1 Shisha or 1 Beer Tower free for 5 ladies.

Tel: 09 8900 76005, 09 8900 76009 Address: 50, 8th Block, Waizayandar Road, South Okkalapa Tsp, Yangon

PROMOTIONs Mango Durian Dreams @ BreadTalk Myanmar Durian Bite - another tasty bun for Durian lovers from Mango Durian Dreams. Classic choux puff filled with creamy durian paste, dusted with green tea powder. ? BreadTalk Myanmar - Ground Floor, Myanmar Plaza, Yangon

NEW SPANISH PORK SET MENU @ Melia Yangon Olea restaurant extends its Spanish pork promotion with a 4-course tasting menu. Chef Lluis created this menu around different pork cuts of the world-famous label “pablito del monte”. US$50++ per set menu. ? Meliá Yangon - 192, Kabar Aye Pagoda Road, Yangon | 11 am - 10 pm

Summer Wind-Down Staycation @ Pan Pacific Yangon Stay at Pan Pacific Yangon and Get 10,000 Ks Junction Shopping Gift Voucher. The very first 4 persons who book above Package 2 and 3 will get Junction City Shopping Gift Vouchers 10,000 ks. ? Pan Pacific Yangon - Corner of Bogyoke Aung San Road and,

Shwedagon Pagoda Rd, Yangon

Staycation with Free Dining @ Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon Treat yourself to an amazing package starting at only USD 89 net. And what’s more, whatever price you pay for your room, they will match it and give you the equivalent in food & beverage credit for a sumptuous dining experience at any of their outstanding restaurants or bars. ? Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon - 40 Nat Mauk St, Yangon

emergency numbers POLICE STATION

AMBULANCE

199 / 01 549309

192

FIRE STATION

TOURIST SAFETY UNIT

191 / 01 252011 / 01 252022

01 642742 / 01 549209

TOURIST INFORMATION

YANGON GENERAL HOSPITAL

01 252859 / 01 378376

01 256112 / 01 265131

HOTLINE NUMBER 1876

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