Kunming
Despite the giant vats on show, this place is much more of a restaurant than a bar. Expect a mixed menu of western and Chinese food – burgers and brats…
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Nanjing
The best bakery in Nanjing, Real Bread Cafe serves its sandwiches in suitably crusty bread and its coffee (¥25) delightfully strong. Delicate and crispy…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
This 100% vegan restaurant offers organic, gluten-free, largely sugar-free dishes cooked with minimal oil. Savour the veg enchiladas (₹220), lentil…
Hanoi
Surrounded by local cafes on ‘Coffee St’, Izakaya Yancha serves izakaya – think Japanese tapas – in a buzzy and friendly atmosphere. Secure a spot near…
Kerala
A breezy, open-sided, French-Portuguese-Indian-run hang-out for sea views, relaxed vibes and authentically good European-style comfort food right by the…
Ko Lanta
For Thai-international flavours blended into delectable creative concoctions, hunt down this restaurant 800m south of the Old Town pier. The menu changes…
Chennai (Madras)
This refined, wood-ceilinged restaurant is arguably Chennai's best place to savour the flavours of Tamil Nadu's Chettinadu region. Chettinadu cuisine is…
Miyajima
The aroma of roasting coffee beans lures people into this cafe inside a former storehouse dating from the early 1900s. Bare wooden floors and tables match…
Sumba
The last warung before the pier on the east side. Pick your fish caught fresh that day from a cool box, then enjoy it with rice, local veg and three types…
Patan
For the authentic tastes of Malaysia, head to this busy food court south of Pulchowk. The noodle soups, nasi lemak (coconut rice with anchovies) and beef…
Sigiriya
Cooking up a rotti storm, this likeable restaurant serves up delicious, freshly cooked sweet and savoury rotti bread and excellent juices in the new upper…
Kuta & Legian
Made’s was the original tourist warung in Kuta and its Westernised Indonesian menu has been much copied. Classic dishes such as nasi campur (rice with a…
Patan
A narrow, towering place with four floors, each with a different feel. Best is the top-floor dining room with magical views north across Durbar Sq to the…
Sapa
This French-owned place has classy service and a menu of flavoursome country cooking that jumps from French tartiflette casserole with potato, cheese and…
Bicol
It's hard to imagine dining with a better view of Mt Mayon than at this stylish little restaurant right next to Daraga Church. Steps descend into the…
Yaeyama Islands
This comfy daytime eatery serves up Okinawan favourites, like gōyā champurū teishoku (¥850) and Yaeyama soba (¥500), in a homely dining room with an…
Bhaktapur
Occupying prime real estate in Taumadhi Tole, this landmark cafe is touristy and pricey. But what a setting! Tables are arranged on the balconies of a…
Cambodia
From the team behind Sugar Palm in Siem Reap, Devatas is set in an idyllic country garden by a pretty lake and is the perfect place to unwind before or…
Northeastern Thailand
It's nothing flash, but for some this is Mukdahan's best Vietnamese restaurant, with standout spring rolls (the skin's so thin it's translucent) as well…
Maharashtra
Famous and ubiquitous throughout India, this mainstay for mithai (sweets) and savoury (namkeen) snacks was born in Nagpur. Try the santra burfi, a tasty…
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Sumatra
A short ride northwest of the centre, this nondescript-looking restaurant is locally famous for its pindang patin, a spicy, sour, clear soup with patin…
Western Honshū
A popular spot serving tasty udon and rice dishes. Set meals are donburi (dishes served over rice) standards such as oyako-don (chicken and egg on rice)…
Ko Lipe
The menu at this casually elegant, modern, wood-clad space offers authentic Spanish tapas, washed down with decent imported wine. Top of the tapas list…
Semporna
This unassuming place is always a good bet for such Indian-Malaysian standards as roti kosong (crispy, flaky roti with curry to dip it in), murtabak …
Canggu
Set just far enough back from the road to avoid the fumes, this cafe reflects the retro-chic design sensibilities of its parent housewares emporium. Relax…
Battambang
Besides having the best coffee in town (national barista champs have been crowned here), teensy-weensy Kinyei does surprisingly good Mexican food, vegie…
Jaisalmer
It’s multi-multicuisine here, with everything from French baguettes to Mexican tacos, but the speciality is Tibetan, including good noodle soups and momos…
East Bali
The Amed branch of a multinational chain, this pavilion restaurant at Ibus Beach is perched on a cliffside and offers its diners wonderful sea views to…
Kathmandu
There are several sandwich shops in Thamel, but this French-style épicerie is a definite grade above them all. Choose from nak cheese from Jiri, French…
Ueno & Yanesen
Izu-ei's twin delights are its delicious unagi (eel) and its elegant, traditional atmosphere, with waitstaff in kimonos and tatami seating (there are…
Shanghai Old City
One of Shanghai's go-to addresses for fine dining, Napa plates up beautifully presented gastronomic dishes in an elegant Bund setting. The food combines…
Yangon
There are indoor seats but patrons here usually sit outside, where the delicious mohinga (thin rice noodles in a spicy fish broth, topped with fresh…
Sichuan
A local classic, this hole-in-the-wall place right in the town centre draws crowds of locals for its house special: ma’gē miàn (麻哥面) – noodles topped with…
Nanjing
This small wood-themed restaurant with Japanese lanterns hanging inside does some excellent sets served with miso soup and a small salad. The curry shrimp…
Suzhou
Crowds pay and gather near the entrance to wait for the steaming fresh xǐaolóng bāo (小龙包; soup dumplings) to come out of the kitchen. If you don’t want to…
Battambang
So this is a curious combination of bike-repair shop and bakery, but it works thanks to freshly baked bread and some of the best-value sandwiches in…
Bohol
In a renovated Spanish-era home with a few quirky additions, this restaurant scores for Filipino food including sizzling gambas (prawns) and adobo. Round…
Hanoi
Housed in a restored 19th-century villa, Madame Hien is a tribute to French chef Didier Corlu’s Vietnamese grandmother. Look forward to elegant versions…
Camiguin
An earthy little garden cafe serving healthy fare like smoothie bowls topped with granola, vegan and non-vegan shakshuka and mains like stir-fried…
Xinjiang
This outlet of Marco's Dream Cafe is a bakery where you can get fresh bread, pastries and pizza. It's hidden away off the main road in a courtyard – you…
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