Burmese or Myanmar food is identified as the combination of different Asian styles of cooking: Indian, Chinese, Thai and the like. In Bagan, visitors can expect all these flavours and more from the city's restaurants. Foreign travellers who want to experience Burmese cuisine will have no difficulty finding it. Except for eateries which specialize in a specific kind of cuisine, almost all restaurants in Bagan serve Myanmar dishes.

Bagan is a great place for dining, particularly for those with a preference for Asian food as the restaurants often have Chinese, Indian and Asian fusion dishes on their menus. Those who like Western food will be happy to know that European food is available in select establishments.

The city is also home to many riverside restaurants. These places allow diners to enjoy noteworthy dishes and a stunning view of the river all at the same time.