Dàlǐ Restaurants

  1. Bamboo Café

    If the Dálǐ street throngs are getting to you, there's no better place for a break than this dark, cosy restaurant. Meals like bai fish are a great introduction to the local cuisine and the English menu will give you a window to other local specialities.

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  2. Jim's Peace Café

    The Tibetan banquet in this café is not to be missed. Jim's parade of dishes gets raves from travellers especially when washed down with his 'No 1 special.'

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  3. Marley's Café

    Marley's has always been a cornerstone of the town; now away from the Huguo Lu throngs, it's airier and more relaxing. Well-done food, great service, helpful advice. Check out the Bai banquet on Sunday nights (reserve early).

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  4. Tibet Café

    Richly decorated and set up with imposing wooden tables, this café has terrific atmosphere and a great choice of Tibetan, Western and Chinese dishes. It also consistently attracts some of the more experienced travellers in town, so is a good place to eavesdrop or just ask around about what's new.

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  5. Yúnnán Café and Bar

    Run by a friendly couple, this not too big, not too small space is a great place to wind things down at night or start things up in the morning. The Western and Chinese stick-to-your ribs breakfasts are terrific. The Tibetan breakfasts will have you set for the long bus rides to Kūnmíng and beyond.

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