Shigatse Restaurants

  1. Gongkar Tibetan Restaurant

    Hang out with the people and enjoy good food. In addition to the standard momos (dumplings) and noodle dishes, you'll find easy-to-resist dishes such as yak tongue soup. Menu in English.

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  2. Kailash Traditional Restaurant

    At the end of Zhufeng Lu next to the park is this new travellers' hangout with cosy Tibetan-style seating and decent Nepalese curries, Western breakfasts and sandwiches. Menu in English.

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  3. Songtsen Tibetan Restaurant

    A similar but brighter, friendlier Tibetan-style place on the pedestrian-only street. Sit by the window and people watch as you dine on Indian, Nepalese, Tibetan or Western fare, or just enjoy a hearty Western breakfast at the start of the day. Menu in English.

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  4. Tashi Restaurant

    Another popular travellers' hangout with a wide range of comfort foods. This Nepali-run restaurant has everything from yoghurt muesli to pizza and Nepali curries to choose from. Staff sometimes give you the impression they've been doing this kind of work for a few too many years. Menu in English.

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  5. Traditional Market

    Shigatse has a number of shops selling drinks and snacks along Zhufeng Lu and Shandong Lu. There's a traditional market behind the defunct department store selling fruit, vegetables, meats and also breads.

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  7. Zhengxin Restaurant

    On a street with a few other Chinese restaurants, the Zhengxin stands out mostly for its English menu and friendly owners. The food is tasty enough but not outstanding. Menu in English.

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