Bodhi Nava came to life when its founders, Bo and Ben, discovered a lovely house in a quiet little street at the foot of the Shwedagon Pagoda. Previously used as an old car workshop, its potential stood out to create a hostel and café reflecting the peaceful charm of Myanmar life in the heart of Yangon.
The name Bodhi Nava is intended to reflect the tranquility of this sacred area, as the Bodhi (Banyan) tree is where the Buddha attained enlightenment through meditation, and Nava is the number 9 in Pali – the ancient Buddhist language – representing the 9 attributes of the Buddha.
Bodhi Nava is the culmination of our inspirations, creating a space to relax and enjoy our distinctive home made menu designed to reflect our Burmese, Thai and Western influences. Everything we make is fresh and homemade, from frozen smoothie bowls, granola and baked bread, as well as freshly made Thai curries and Myanmar salads. Resting between the Shwedagon pagoda and Kandawgyi park, Bodhi Nava is only a short ride from the bustle of downtown, offering a perfect sanctuary to while away the hours with a coffee or one of our special juices.
Upstairs, our individually designed rooms cater to all travellers. We offer a double room with a private balcony offering perfect seclusion, or twin and shared rooms for friends or those looking to meet like-minded travellers. Guests who stay with us can enjoy free coffee with our prepared breakfast of freshly baked bread with egg, granola and fruit salad.
We hope a stay at Bodhi Nava reflects the warmth and generosity of Myanmar culture loved by everyone who spends time in our country, short or long.
A Destination cafe located in Shwe Gone Daing, “Dice Society” provides an alternative social space for casual gamers, geeks, and people looking to have unconventional fun.
Shabushi was first started by the Oishi Group in 2001 in Thailand. There are now 95 outlets all across the land of Smiles, and growing. Shabushi?s first outlet in Myanmar , a joint venture with CM Foods, a subsidiary of City Mart Holdings, opened in Ocean Shwe Gone Daing, in July. This marks the group?s first outlet outside of Thailand. Shabushi serves both Japanese hotpot and sushi amongst other Japanese cuisine. Your all-you-can-eat meal is limited to 75 minutes per seating with an option to extend.
The single high stools are good for those dining solo or as a couple. The booths are good for bigger groups.
A no-fuss, Korean-owned steak house set in a rustic, albeit trendy building. Popular every night, they have succulent steaks and ribs, all at a very reasonable rate. The reviews were mixed during their first weeks at the new venue but now quality is back at full standard.
Best known for their selection of tapas and cheese platters. The Lab is the no.1 go-to place for those who want to enjoy a night out. Their well-lit comfortable space is busy on most nights and their bar serves excellent cocktails, wines and hard liquors.
Unique venue in Yangon with the ambition to bring people together through internationally inspired finger food, a wide selection of wines and cocktails. The Lab Wines & Tapas Bar creatively captures the true essence of authentic traditional tapas from around the world. Go take a gastronomical tour of Spain, Greece, France, North Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Their inspired collection of eclectic tapas offerings, from rustic simplicity of Spanish tapas recipes to exotically flavored, spicy tapas dishes, combined with their extraordinary selection of wines and cocktails will be the perfect choice for your Yangonites tapas dining adventure.
Parami Pizza serves wood fired pizzas made by their expert chef from Napoli in Italy, antipasti, and daily specials in buzzing, modern surroundings. Taste their new Chicchetti (Italian tapas) menu.
You love desserts but tired of ordinary ice-creams and cakes? Try the Japanese sweets which are mainly mochi (glutinous rice cakes) stuffed with sweetened red bean and strawberries which are the perfect match for a cup of hot matcha.
Renovated and recently reopened, Salud offers an array of Latino dishes in a bohemian and rustic setting. Bric-a- brac objects of art adorn a brush stroke interior of red, gold and green beneath bronze colonial ceiling fans and light shades made from recycled bottles. The ambience leans towards a fun night out. A dangerous collection of rum and tequila is stacked high behind the bar while salsa and dance set the tone.
Salud is a great venue for a fun night out with friends. The cuisine is satisfying and good value for money while the tequila and rum will have you swaggering to the bar for more.
Ginza Teppan-yaki offers diners the opportunity to watch a chef prepare a meal of grilled meats and vegetables in front of their eyes. They also offer a wide array of other Japanese cuisine, including sushi, sashimi, and tempura while a separate juice bar at the front of the restaurant offers a tempting range of thirst quenching fruit juices and hot drinks.
The Veranda Bar is Yangon’s combination of cool cocktail bar and business club. The list of bespoke cocktails mixes classic drinks with custom creations, boasting fresh ingredients and homemade infusions. During the evening, while listening to live tunes from the piano, a great selection of bar foods and snacks is on offer, from cured meats and seafood to grilled skewers and barbecued wings, along with plenty of choices for vegetarians.
There’s something for everyone at their all-day-dining restaurant. Featuring both local Myanmar cuisine and dishes from around the world, the Foyer Bistro serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a show kitchen style setting. Choose from an extravagant Buffet or their a La Carte menu, and allow their culinary team to spoil you.
The Veranda Bar is Yangon’s combination of cool cocktail bar and business club. The list of bespoke cocktails mixes classic drinks with custom creations, boasting fresh ingredients and homemade infusions. During the evening, while listening to live tunes from the piano, a great selection of bar foods and snacks is on offer, from cured meats and seafood to grilled skewers and barbecued wings, along with plenty of choices for vegetarians.
This new restaurant is in fact an Asian-western Fusion restaurant which also serves some deliciously revisited Myanmar classics. Their chef is from here and yet he has traveled the world, cooking for the biggest hotels. At the back, in the more private area, the atmosphere is ideal for some quiet and intimate time, like a business meal or a dinner away from everything else in this world.
Mary Brown already is present in many Asian countries. On top of the usual burgers and fried pieces of chicken, they also dish out Nasi lemak and curry noodles. Most outlets have a kiddies’s corner.
Healthy & Fresh Foods they offer. And a nice lake view to chill with friends and families.































