The tea shops serve typical bread toast with hot tea or coffee for breakfast. The basic dish of "Dal Bhat" is served in tea houses for lunch and dinner. Dal Bhat is a nutrient-dense dish with a good balance of carbohydrates and protein. Rice, cereal, veggies, lentils, spinach, meat, and pickles make up the meal. Some tea cafes also provide a limited selection of western cuisines such as pizza, burgers, and pasta.