Belle Epoque (La)

Description:

• In the atmospheric Settha Palace Hotel, you can't beat the atmosphere of La Belle Epoque -- colonial elegance mixed with Vientiane's laid-back charm. The service is efficient, and the menu covers a wide range of Continental specialties, with meat, game, and seafood prepared to order. Imported Australian steaks and salmon top a fine list of specialties, like grilled lamb with ratatouille or terrine of duck liver marinated in wine. Try one of the creative appetizers, like the goat-cheese pastry. Don't pass up the crème brûlée. You would pay an arm and a leg for such a meal anywhere but here.

• © Frommer's 2013

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Highly Recommended 2010