Urbanaut

A Day of Wonder at Olthang Farms

food & drink

Multiple Dates

starts at₹ 3000.00

Ladakh sarai Resort

by Urbanaut A comfortable hotel with an in-house Asian cafe “Gyatso”, Ladakh Sarai is where you can stay for fantastic views and great food. They arrange a number of unique experiences like picnics by the river, cycling expeditions and cooking classes, but you could just as easily while away your time on your balcony gazing at the hypnotic views and starry skies.

by Urbanaut The elegant Chospa hotel was designed using traditional Ladakhi construction and materials, taking inspiration from the Leh Palace when it comes to the facade and design. Travellers seeking quiet luxury will be pleased by its year-round comfort and hospitality. The owner of the Chospa hotel, Stanzin, is well-known and regarded for his snow leopard tours in the winter.

Lala’s Art Café

by Upamanyu Malik A dusty alley. Locals chattering about without a care in the world. A giant Buddha stele at the doorstep. These are the components of the art café that brings you a lot closer to Ladakhi lokal. There’s a simple but delicious menu. The khambir(Ladakhi bread) served with butter and their melt in the mouth cakes are a must try (there are usually just two available) with a side of their coffee or mint lassi.

by Upamanyu Malik Imagine a café with the smell of coffee floating in the air. Imagine good views. Imagine great food. This café has it all. In a very short span these guys have made a name for themselves thanks to their exceptional food.

Central Asian Museum

by Upamanyu Malik The Central Asian Museum Leh has a rich collection of artefacts and manuscripts collected from Central Asia, Tibet and Kashmir. Some date back further, but most are from 18th and 19th centuries. The museum looks at Leh's role in Silk Road trade, with rooms focused on Ladakh, Chinese Turkestan and Tibet. The tapered four-storey stone tower is a modern construction based on a historic Lhasa mansion and built on the site of an old caravan camp. The museum hides in a courtyard that also contains Leh's oldest mosque and a traditionally styled Ladakhi show-kitchen where you can order lunch. Access is via the lane next to the SBI Bank ATM on Main Bazaar.

Schoko Monk Chocolates

by Prachi Jetley Handcrafted chocolates & confectionary! Stop by to have some great coffee & artisanal chocolates with local produce such as seabuckthorn.

by Gulzar Hussain Go to Bon Appetit for early dinner since it has outdoor seating, which means you can take in some stunning views with your meal. The food is very good and it’s one of a few places that actually serves alcohol. Ideal for a celebration, it’s the kind of restaurant where a lot of little things make the evening special.

by Upamanyu Malik For long staying visitors, Dzomsa’s environmentally friendly laundry service (₹95 a kilo) is a boon. The café is a great pit stop for juices (apricot and seabuckthorn) and local eats. There’s also a second hand bookstore within the space. If your travels take you to Upper Changpsa, there’s a second outpost there as well.

by Upamanyu Malik Both a café and a boutique, Namza Dining serves delicious traditional Ladakhi food. The boutique alongside has clothes made by local artisans and is a must-visit. The ingredients are all organically grown and it’s truly a delight to look around the beautifully-designed restaurant while you enjoy traditional Ladakhi food. The restaurant is based on the concept of sustainable agriculture with a private kitchen garden in the cafe yard. Their menu is a tribute to the long forgotten tradition of preparing a hearty feast for weary silk route travellers. They also retain existing traditional cuisines and restore lost and undocumented Ladakhi recipes. That includes travel to remote areas of the region to talk to the locals and document the recipes.

Lehchen Restaurant and Bar

by Prachi Jetley This place can get loud and unruly - but that’s what you’re here for? If you love a good bar for a fun night out in the cold - Lehchen is the spot.

by Urbanaut Khambir is a traditional Ladhaki bread, and De Khambir is a cafe in Leh’s Main Bazaar that has taken khambirs to a whole new level. There’s a variety of stuffed khambirs on the menu but we highly recommend going for the simple yet soulful combination of khambir and butter tea. The interiors are cosy and typical to a mountain cafe, and the folks helming this establishment are dedicated to giving traditional Ladkahi recipes the prominence they deserve. Try the dasthuk (savoury rice porridge) & the skyu, a local stew of wheat dough and some vegetables. Before leaving, remember to pick up a jar or two of their delicious, house made condiments.

by Urbanaut Built on ancestral property with painstaking efforts to preserve the local while offering a contemporary experience, The Dolkhar consists of 7 villas set around an apricot and apple orchard. Equipped with all the mod-cons including a smart TV (which you hopefully don’t need), this boutique resort is tasteful and pays homage to Ladakh’s heritage and ties with the land. Their plant-based restaurant, Tsas, offers a seasonal and local menu with a twist (and a cocktail bar will soon open). All in all, visit for a culinary experience if you can’t stay - but you would be wise to choose to spend a couple of nights here too.

Spindle art studio and cafe

by Urbanaut If you’re seeking inspiration and creativity, Spindle is the right spot. An art cafe where you can put your legs up, let your creative juices flow and enjoy a comforting cup of coffee - it’s ideal for an afternoon slow down. Take in the view of Leh Palace and the majestic glaciers while there. If you have time in hand, catch an art class too!

New Wazwan Planet

by Gulzar Hussain The Kashmiri wazwan is beloved in Ladakh, with the dish showing up at weddings and other functions in the area. At Wazwan Planet, those that haven’t been able to go visit Kashmir, can get a taste of the meaty meal. Easy to get to in the city’s main market, it’s a must visit.

by Urbanaut Eat, work, play, or just be at Bodhi Terrace. A favourite amongst tourists and locals alike, this 100% vegan cafe is set right in the middle of Leh’s main market and is a perfect spot to perch yourself during a day of rest. This will be a place you’ll visit more than once on your trip.

Willow Kitchen and Bar

by Urbanaut Set amidst the dreamy apricot trees of “Chulli Bagh” - an extension of Stok Palace Heritage Hotel, Willow Bar and Kitchen is straight out of a cotton-cloud fantasy. Excellent food, a good selection of wine, and the most photogenic atmosphere - Willow has it all.

by Urbanaut Nilza Wangmo opened this local Ladakhi restaurant after losing everything she owned in the flash floods of 2010. Alchi Kitchen has the distinction of being the first restaurant to serve local Ladakhi cuisine and championing the idea of farm-to-table and using local ingredients when that wasn't really a thing. The 40-seater cafe is near the Alchi monastery and has become a must-try restaurant - frequented by celebrities and chefs.

Amigo Korean Restaurant

by Prachi Jetley The neighborhood Korean restaurant on Changspa road. Not terribly authentic but still good! They don’t have too many vegetarian options but that’s to be expected with Korean food.