Le Planteur offers stylish dining in a serene location beside Inya Lake. The quick lunch deal (two/three courses US$18/29, Monday to Friday) is a great way to sample the food, or come for afternoon tea (US$20 to US$37; 2pm to 5.30pm, from noon Sunday).
Le Planteur
Yangon
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