Must-see nightlife in Ladakh

  • Lala’s Art Cafe

    Leh

    Entered beside a 2000-year-old Dhyani Buddha stela, this tiny, traditional temple-like house was saved from demolition and immaculately restored in 2006…

  • Ja Khang

    Leh

    Excellent coffee from a Faema machine served in an uncluttered pine interior that has a traditional Ladakhi-style seating area, simultaneously balancing…

  • Old Town Cafe

    Leh

    Hidden in the shadows of Leh Palace, the historic Lonpo House has a 17th-century kitchen that makes a quiet getaway to read and unwind. Currently only…

  • Lehchen

    Leh

    Leh's first decent cocktail bar also does very good tandoori meals (evenings only) and some semigourmet European meals, including lamb strips with potato…

  • Brazil Café

    Leh

    Stunning views of Leh Palace rising above the Jamia Masjid complement a selection of juices, great coffees (some from Brazilian beans) and cakes.

  • Cafe de Leh

    Leh

    Loud Indian pop rocks this urban-style coffee shop, layered over three floors. Serves breakfast sets, pancakes and sandwiches.

  • Sangan Bar

    Nubra Valley

    Nubra's only drinking hole is an unmarked collection of cabanas hidden discreetly behind unmarked metal gates, next door to the Sten-Del Hotel access lane…