Where guests eat at The Namkhan
ROOTS Restaurant, Pool Bar, in-villa dining, the riverside BBQ, and a hands-on cooking school. All rooted in the working farm on site.
What grows that day, cooked that evening
The Namkhan began as a permaculture farm. The dining team is structurally tied to the farm on site, not to a menu committee that decided six months ago. The kitchen harvests with the farm team each morning. Guests eat what the season and the soil produce, across every outlet on the property.
Visit the Eco Farm
ROOTS Restaurant
The property's main restaurant. Three services a day, each shaped by what the farm picked that morning. The menu changes daily because the supply changes daily — that's the point.
Breakfast
Hot and cold dishes, fresh juices, and coffee. Included with every room type.
Lunch
Light Lao and Mediterranean plates, served à la carte through the afternoon.
Dinner
A daily-changing menu built around the morning's harvest. Multi-course or à la carte.
Pool Bar
Lighter dishes, snacks, salads, and small plates, alongside cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. Positioned between the two pools, overlooking the gardens and river. Fresh juices from farm-grown fruits and herbs are a consistent feature.
Snacks & Small Plates
Late morning until early evening.
Cocktails & Mocktails
Throughout the day.
Farm-Fresh Juices
Pressed daily from the organic garden.
In-Villa / Room Dining
A selected menu of dishes from the ROOTS kitchen, delivered to your room, villa, or glamping tent. A dedicated In-Room Menu is available on request through Guest Services.
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Private Riverside BBQ
An intimate, outdoor dining format set on the river island in bamboo huts. A starter, main course, and dessert, locally sourced meat with house sauces and sides from the organic farm on site. Vegetarian and vegan options available. Arranged on request through Guest Services for couples, families, or small groups.
View the BBQ Experience
Cooking School
Walk the farm with the kitchen team to gather what is in season. Return to the kitchen and learn three to five Lao dishes from a local chef. Eat what you cooked at the river table. Adults, families, kids, and private formats all available.
Sustainability at the Table
All outlets operate under the same framework as the rest of the property. Gold Standard certified under the Plastic-Free Laos initiative.
Zero Plastics
No single-use plastics in any dining context.
Organic Farm
Zero synthetic chemical inputs on the on-site farm.
Regenerative
Soil health, water management, composting.
Local Sourcing
Lao producers and suppliers prioritised beyond the farm.
From the kitchen
Plates, table settings, and the rooms where they happen.
Your dining questions, answered
Is breakfast included with my room?
Yes. Daily breakfast is included with all room types at The Namkhan and served at ROOTS Restaurant each morning.
Is the menu the same every day?
No. The menu at ROOTS changes daily based on the organic farm's production. The core structure (breakfast, lunch, dinner) is consistent, but the specific dishes reflect what was harvested that morning.
Can I request vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes. The farm-based menu lends itself naturally to vegetarian and plant-forward cooking. Inform the restaurant team of dietary requirements when booking or on arrival, and the kitchen will accommodate.
How do I arrange room dining or a private barbecue?
Contact Guest Services at the front desk for room dining or to arrange a private barbecue. A few hours' notice is appreciated, particularly for the BBQ since it depends on river conditions and chef availability.
Does the pool bar serve food?
Yes. The pool bar serves lighter dishes and snacks throughout the day alongside drinks. It is not a full restaurant service but has enough range for a lunch or afternoon meal by the pool.
Can I visit the organic farm?
Yes. Guided eco-farm tours are available and are included in all retreat packages. The farm is on the property, guests can arrange a tour through the Experiences program.
Plan your table
Reserve a sitting at ROOTS, arrange a private riverside BBQ, or build a special occasion menu with our chefs. Guest Services will handle the rest.