Dilicious Timor

This was a great find while in Dili, and I was down to it by its fun name. The restaurant is on a Main Street. I was there a bit early for dinner. I was quickly seated. And asked for recommendations. I went with Fish cakes and traditional beef with rice. Both were tasty and had good mix of spices and flavors. I enjoyed the decor. The tables are sewing machine bases, and there’s sewing related decorations as well. There’s outside area too. Which seemed nice. The service was friendly and prices were very affordable. I liked the overall experience. By the time I was leaving other ppl (mostly foreigners) were beginning to trickle in. I figure it gets busy during actual dinner hours. Highly recommended.

Dilicious is one of the places I often go to for food. The dishes are delicious, with rich local flavors from Timor-Leste and plenty of options to choose from. My favorites are the fish soup, tukir, fish saboko, grilled octopus, and the curry soup made with cow’s intestines. It’s always refreshing to sip on a fresh cold coconut while waiting for your meal. Their desserts are also great and truly taste local—as they should. I recommend this place to anyone traveling to Timor-Leste or even locals looking for a good meal. They also serve excellent chicken porridge. The customer service is friendlier than at most restaurants I’ve been to in Dili. The staff always do their best to give you a memorable experience. Well done!

Very centrally located Timorese restaurant that serves lots of local dishes with some Western/italian options, all at very reasonable prices. Many healthy options as well. Serves mostly foreigners from what I can tell.

If you're looking to try authentic local food in Timor-Leste, this restaurant is a must-visit. What stood out to me the most was the thoughtful menu — each dish is listed by its traditional local name, followed by a clear explanation in English. It’s such a great way to learn about the cuisine and culture while actually understanding what you’re ordering. The food itself was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can tell they take pride in preserving traditional recipes. Whether you're new to Timorese food or already a fan, this place offers an experience that’s both educational and incredibly tasty. Warm, friendly service and a cozy atmosphere make it even better. I left full, happy, and more connected to the local culture. Would definitely return!

Free iced water is provided here. Went on a Sat morning and the place only had 2 - 3 customers. Ordered an Americano and the local porridge. For $7 the porridge is quite expensive and nothing special

Incredible food! Best I’ve eaten in Timor Leste. Tommy is a great host and the menu is varied, different and has something for everyone. The breadfruit quesadillas for starters were amazing, and the beef rendang and pumpkin ravioli were sensational. Great place to eat in Dili!!!

The place itself is not very fancy, and you'd probably never stop here, but that would be one big mistake, as the food here was amazingly delicious We were brought here by our guide and driver Guido (he's the best!), who said we're going to lick our fingers up to the elbows. And he was right. I can't recommend enough their fish soup! It's huge, rich, full with fish pieces, and so so good. Their eggplant curry is also the best. The tofu, the pumpkin soup, their grilled fishes, everything is extremely well cooked and so tasty. I would highly recommend sitting outside if the weather allows it, as the interior is nothing special, but the view outside is just nice, especially close to sunset. Go there hungry and enjoy their food!

High quality, healthy food with an affordable price tag! I'm glad I chose this restaurant in Dili to experience some of its local cuisines. The staffs are super friendly and takes great care of its customers, great hospitality! I tried their tomato tofu and braised chicken, both are very good. The tomato tofu is a great vegetarian option for local food. It's also super healthy as evident by the generous portion of salads and brown rice. The tofu dish itself is has an interesting yet delicious taste. My favourite is definitely the braised chicken. As a basil lover, I appreciate the use of it in the sauce, the chicken meat is super tender too. The vege side dish has a savoury taste that's pretty appetising too. Their parking lot is actually right behind the building, it's guarded so you don't have to worry about petty theives. Highly recommended to try it out if you're in Dili!