Must-see restaurants in Asia

  • 1st Gate Home Fusion

    Jaisalmer

    Sitting atop the boutique hotel of the same name, this split-level, open-air terrace has dramatic fort views and a mouthwatering menu of authentic…

  • Anzani

    Cebu City

    One of the best fine-dining restaurants in the Visayas, classy Anzani is the perfect location for a special meal with sweeping views of the city from its…

  • Dong Vui Food Court

    Mui Ne

    This attractive open-air food court has loads of independently run cook stations offering everything from Punjabi cuisine to paella, German sausages and…

  • Snowland Restaurant

    Lhasa

    This old-timer has a new location but is still an extremely popular place that serves a mix of excellent continental and Nepali food in very civilised…

  • Hana Yakiniku

    Mandalay

    Saying it's easily the best Japanese restaurant in Mandalay isn't necessarily high praise, because competition is slim. However, Hana Yakiniku could hold…

  • Samwon Garden

    Gangnam & Southern Seoul

    Serving top-class galbi (beef ribs) for over 30 years, Samwon is a Korean idyll, surrounded by beautiful traditional gardens including several waterfalls…

  • Korea's Best Seafood Hotpot

    Chungcheongnam-do

    Seafood soup served in a hotpot (해물뚝배기) is the popular dish here. Boil the soup on the table burner and ladle out servings brimming with shellfish, shrimp…

  • Ambient Café

    Thimphu

    A warm, friendly bolthole above Norzin Lam, used by many expats as a de facto office. Drinks include good espresso coffee, juices and smoothies, and the…

  • Get Real Cafe

    Coron Town

    This place works equally well for drinks or a meal. It's sort of a TexMex menu with more emphasis on the Tex (marbled Angus rib-eye steak) than the Mex …

  • Premium Sweets

    Dhaka

    A Dhaka institution in its own right, this legendary store offers an amazing variety of traditional Bangladeshi sweetmeats, as well as a delicious mix of…

  • Olive Bistro

    Hyderabad

    Located in a secluded leafy location with lake views from its terrace, this atmospheric restaurant is one of the hottest places in town for Italian and…

  • Saffron

    Jaisalmer

    On the spacious roof terrace of Hotel Nachana Haveli, the veg and nonveg food here is excellent. It’s a particularly atmospheric place in the evening,…

  • Casa Vintage Beach

    Gili Trawangan

    Facing Bali's Gunung Agung (which sometimes appears through the haze) and some superb sunsets, Casa Vintage is the best place to enjoy a sundowner on…

  • Yūnangi

    Naha

    You'll be lucky to get a seat here, but if you do, you'll be treated to some of the best Okinawan food around, served in traditional but bustling…

  • Malis

    Phnom Penh

    The leading Khmer restaurant in the Cambodian capital, Malis is a chic place to dine al fresco. The original menu includes beef steamed in lotus leaf,…

  • Passion 5

    Itaewon & Yongsan-gu

    A luxe spin-off of the Paris Baguette chain, Passion 5 is the Rolls-Royce of Korean bakeries, offering a Fortnum & Mason–like experience as you wander the…

  • Wan Thai

    Pulau Langkawi

    Langkawi is geographically closer to Thailand than the Malaysian mainland, so you can expect some blisteringly authentic Thai food at this hugely popular…

  • Healthy Penguin Cafe

    Matsumoto

    This cute little cafe on a tiny side street off atmospheric old Nawate-dõri gets rave reviews for plates such as smashed avo toast (¥700) and cinnamon…

  • No1 Dewmini Roti Shop

    Mirissa

    The original and still the best local rotti shop. It also makes kotthu (rotti chopped up and mixed with vegies) and delicious, more substantial rice-and…

  • Cafe Alee

    Eastern Cambodia

    This friendly cafe has one of the more interesting menus in town, including a generous smattering of vegetarian options, a hearty lasagne and the full…

  • Colonial Restaurant

    Padangbai

    The most stylish eatery in town, this pavilion cafe overlooking the pool at the OK Divers resort is a great place to while away a few hours. Food is much…

  • Zeebop by the Sea

    South Goa

    The most famous beachfront restaurant north of Colva, Zeebop is renowned for its excellent seafood and party nights. Stylish and award-winning Zeebop is…

  • Warung Dewi

    Gili Trawangan

    The best traditional warung on Gili T is just a few steps back from the high-priced bustle of the main strip. The nasi campur is fantastic (coconut sambal…

  • Kastanie Karuizawa Roast Chicken

    Nagano Region

    For something a little uncommon in Japan, pop into this original place for succulent and tender roast-chicken dinners, pizzas, pastas and sausage platters…

  • Pou Kitchen

    Siem Reap

    Under the direction of homegrown chef Mengly, Pou Kitchen has taken off as one of the most popular and innovative Cambodian restaurants in town. Choose…

  • Tham Mada

    Vang Vieng

    The name here means 'normal', but there's lots that's unusual about this place. Chief among these is that the Korean owner is doing some of the better…

  • Terasse Cafe

    Khiva

    Dining experiences in Khiva don't get better than on a cool summer evening in the rooftop terrace of this well-run place, surrounded by the spotlit…

  • Hanguk-jip

    Jeonju

    Some folks say this is the best bibimbap restaurant in the city's historic district. The classic Jeonju dish comes with bright yellow mung-bean jelly, a…

  • Damai

    Lovina

    Enjoy the renowned organic restaurant at this boutique hotel in the hills behind Lovina. Tables enjoy views across the north coast. The changing menu…

  • Dhaba By Claridges

    Hyderabad

    A good reason to head out west to Hi-Tech City, this hip hang-out offers a contemporary take on North Indian street food (minus the fumes and traffic of…

  • Tindahin it Boracay

    Boracay

    At this open-air food park, social enterprises such as Red Box prepare scrumptious seafood bought fresh at the adjoining palengke (wet market). A DIY…

  • Fatty Bao

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    This hip rooftop restaurant serves up Asian hawker food to a crowd of fashionable young foodies in a vibrant setting with colourful chairs and wooden…

  • Mint

    Jeju-do

    Dining inside Ando Tadao’s Glass House is a delightful experience, one best enjoyed during the day when you can take in the coastal views through the…

  • Por Que No

    Jakarta

    A tucked-away, uberhip rooftop tapas bar with terrace in the De Ritz Building in Menteng, this spot is popular with those in the know. Try the grilled and…

  • 328 Katong Laksa

    Singapore

    For a bargain foodie high, hit this cult-status corner shop. The star is the namesake laksa: thin rice noodles in a light curry broth made with coconut…

  • Bastian

    Mumbai (Bombay)

    All the praise bestowed upon this trendy seafooder is indisputably warranted. Canadian-Chinese chef Kelvin Cheung, has forged an East-meets-West…

  • Gyōza Gishū

    Central Honshū

    This humming hole-in-the-wall place does soupy, fried gyōza (dumplings) and ebi chahan (shrimp fried rice) – and, of course, beer. Go straight from JR…

  • Hotel De Pilawoos

    Colombo

    Just known as Pilawoos, this open-fronted purveyor of short eats is renowned for what may be the best kotthu (rotti sliced up with cheese and other…

  • Romdeng

    Phnom Penh

    Set in a gorgeous colonial villa with a small pool, Romdeng specialises in Cambodian country fare, including a famous baked-fish amok, two-toned pomelo…

  • Healthy U

    Cebu City

    This quirky, inexpensive little place is a haven for vegetarians, with tasty tofu and vegan dishes (most costing P30 to P40). For really cheap eats you…

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