In the morning
Coffee, breakfast and light through the trees. Settle in before a day exploring Champasak, or take your time and let the morning unfold on the island.
La Folie Lodge · Don Daeng · Champasak
At the table of La Folie
The flavours of Laos, the rhythm of the Mekong.
From the first coffee to dinner beneath the stars.
Restaurant & bar beside the Mekong
A taste of the place
On Don Daeng Island, across the Mekong from Champasak, dining at La Folie Lodge follows the hours of the day. The open restaurant looks towards the pool and gardens beneath a broad roof of wooden tiles. Beyond, the river sets the scene.
The kitchen brings together Lao cooking and familiar Western dishes. Ingredients are sourced from places including local markets, Pakse and farms on the Bolaven Plateau, offering another way to discover southern Laos through the food on your plate.
From morning to evening
At midday
Lunch follows a morning of discovery or a swim. Sweet and savoury snacks are also available through the day, accompanying unhurried hours beside the pool.
In the evening
The restaurant takes on a different light. A Lao dish to discover, a familiar favourite, a conversation that carries on: dinner becomes part of the easy rhythm of your stay.
An evening to remember
Beneath the stars
When the season and the river allow, dinner can move outdoors onto the beach of Don Daeng. As the sky darkens over the Mekong, a table on the sand brings the evening a little closer to the landscape.
For a private dinner for two or a special occasion, speak with our team ahead of your stay. Together, we can discuss the setting, menu and arrangements for your preferred date. An enquiry is the beginning of planning your evening; confirmation depends on availability.
Beach arrangements depend on the Mekong’s water level, access to the sand and the weather. Our team will confirm what is possible for your dates.
Made for sharing
Sindat, at the heart of the table
Combining a Lao barbecue with a hotpot, Sindat is prepared around a shared tabletop cooker. Ingredients cook on the raised grill or in the broth around it, with everyone taking part at their own pace.
Meat, vegetables, noodles and dipping sauces come together according to the menu available. Ask our team about arranging Sindat during your stay. A shared Sindat meal and a private dinner are distinct experiences to discuss according to the evening you have in mind.
The bar at La Folie
As the light begins to change
Fresh fruit juice after a swim, Lao tea or coffee, a local beer or a glass of wine: the bar makes space for pauses throughout the day. As evening approaches, there is every reason to linger a little longer.
Behind the counter, carved wooden elephants reflect the work of local craftspeople. Among the cocktails, the Mao Mao brings together the island’s rice spirit, fresh lime and a touch of sweetness. The nearby lounge, books and boutique offer another quiet corner in which to spend the evening.
Before you arrive
About dining at La Folie
What kind of food does La Folie Lodge serve?
The restaurant offers Lao cooking alongside Western classics on Don Daeng Island, opposite Champasak. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in an open setting overlooking the pool and gardens.
Where can I find menus and prices?
Request our current menus from the team using the link above. Include your travel dates if you are planning a particular meal. Available dishes and prices should be confirmed at the time of your enquiry.
Can I arrange a private dinner beneath the stars?
Contact our team with your preferred date, number of guests and occasion. The setting, menu and arrangements are agreed in advance, subject to availability and suitable conditions.
Is dining on the beach available all year?
The beach changes with the level of the Mekong. Dinners on the sand depend on dry-season conditions, sufficient space and the weather. Please ask about your dates rather than assuming a beach setting is available throughout the year.
How should I tell you about allergies or dietary preferences?
Contact our team before arrival and remind us when ordering. Please describe any allergies or restrictions clearly so the kitchen can confirm what it is able to offer.
Your stay, your occasion
A table for your occasion
A dinner for two, Sindat to share or a question about our menus: tell us your dates, the number of guests and your preferences. Our team will reply with the possibilities for your stay.
