Yangon, Myanmar: Where To Eat,Stay And Explore in According ToIvan Pun

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From hotels to restaurants to art galleries, peruse Ivan Pun’sessential Yangon picks

By Coco MarettFebruary 07, 2020

Bars & Restaurants

Le Planteur

A picturesque world of its own, Le Planteur is located in a beautifully

restored heritage house originally built in 1902. The French fine dining

restaurant sits on Inya Lake and has a sprawling outdoor space that’s

perfect for sundowners.

Nam Su

Housed in a chic, loft-like setting, Nam Su showcases flavourful, home-

style Shan cuisine from Myanmar’s Inle Lake area. Dishes include

warm tofu noodles and smoky grilled meats—all inspired by the

owner’s time living in Lashio in Myanmar’s Shan State—and they go

down well with the restaurant’s signature cocktails.

 

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Photo: Le Planteur

The Pansodan

Occupying the former Bank of India Building, The Pansodan is a new

Burmese Brasserie serving killer cocktails and elegantly executed dishes

like laphet thoke (fermented tea salad) and Burmese-Indian classics

such as keema pala ta. Much like downtown Yangon itself, it’s a

colourful cross-cultural celebration.

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Photo: The Pansodan

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Sarkies Bar at The Strand

The Strand once welcomed—and inspired—thirsty, travelling writers like Rudyard Kipling and George Orwell,

and no place captures those bygone days like Sarkies Bar. Charming from head to toe, this hotel bar is dressed

in rich, dark woods, plush textiles and subtle heritage elements, and serves some of the finest whiskies in town.

Sharky’s

Owner U Ye Htut Win—a man everyone knows as Sharky—is a pioneer in Myanmar’s dining scene, using local

ingredients to create organic, artisanal goods such as cheeses and cured meats.

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Shopping

Augustine’s Antiques

This family-owned treasure trove was established by Mr Augustine in 1978 and continues to be operated by his

son, Mark. At Augustine's Antiques, you’ll find everything from vintage furniture to one-of-a-kind antiques

excavated from all around Myanmar. It’s a must-visit if you’re looking to bring an authentic piece of Burmese

history home with you.

Burman Barbershop

You wouldn’t be faulted for mistaking Burman Barbershop for a place in London or New York. Decorated with

dark greens, marble countertops and traditional barber chairs, Burman introduces the traditional, no-frills

barbershop culture of “haircuts, shaves and conversation” to Yangon.

Burman Barbershop (Photo: Amanda Kho)

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Paribawga

Founded by Pun + Projects, Paribawga—which literally translates to furniture in Burmese—produces high-

quality bespoke furniture that celebrates local materials and craftsmanship. Visits to Paribawga are by

appointment only.

Sone Tu

Founder Mai Ni Ni Aung, who is of Chin descent, established Sone Tu to reintroduce the dying art of

traditional Chin weaving to produce beautiful textiles showcasing intricate tribal patterns. The company

employs some 250 weavers from the Minhya township to empower local women and their communities.

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Galleries

Lokanat

Founded in 1971 by a group of classically trained artists who wanted to break into the post-modern movement,

Lokanat is an institution and the oldest gallery in Yangon. Located in a charming old building downtown

Yangon, Lokanat hosts regular exhibitions to showcase the works of local artists.

Myanm/art

Loved by the local creative community, this contemporary gallery serves as a blank canvas for the country’s

young and emerging artists. As well as being an exhibition space and a source of knowledge for curious locals

and tourists (there’s an in-house reading room with an impressive library of reference materials), Myanm/art

goes the extra mile by also offering art tours around the city.

Myanmar Deitta

Dedicated to championing local documentary photographers, photojournalists and filmmakers, Myanmar

Deitta is a not-for-profit organisation that offers training, workshops and an exhibition space to support a new

generation of Burmese talent.

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Hotels

Belmond Governor’s Residence

Formerly the home of the governor of Myanmar, this teakwood mansion built in the 1920s has since been

restored by Belmond to become an intimate, secluded hideaway. The few rooms at Belmond Governor's

Residence are generous in size and all come with a luxurious terrazzo bath and unique Burmese design touches

such as textiles and wood furnishings. The hotel has two dining options: Mandalay, which serves traditional

Burmese dishes, and Mindon Lounge, which overlooks the swimming pool and flower-filled gardens that

surround the property.

The Strand

The Strand is a Yangon icon. Built in 1901 along the banks of the Yangon River, this three-storey Victorian

mansion remains the oldest, most atmospheric and prestigious hotel in the city, and has welcomed the likes of

Prince Edward, Orson Welles and W Somerset Maugham. Following an extensive—and expensive—renovation

in 2016, The Strand is as spectacular as ever while keeping true to its roots. You’ll still find soaring ceilings,

teak-framed windows, rattan furniture and framed photos that tell the story of its rich heritage.

Rosewood Yangon

Housed in a stunning 1927 heritage building at the heart of lush, tree-lined Bank Street, the newly opened

Rosewood Yangon offers contemporary comforts amid beautifully preserved elements of the building’s storied

past as the New Law Courts. Rosewood Yangon has 205 lavish guestrooms, exquisite dining options, a rooftop

infinity pool, fitness studio and spa.

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