Must-see restaurants in Asia

  • Din Tai Fung

    Beijing

    Pleated with precision, the xiǎolóngbāo (Shanghai-style soup dumplings) at this acclaimed Taiwan chain taste as good as they look. Delicate pork, rich…

  • Co Yen

    Haiphong

    This streetside stall sells one thing only: banh da cua, Haiphong's signature breakfast noodle dish. It's a combination of thick dark rice noodles in a…

  • Plant Cafe & Kitchen

    Itaewon & Yongsan-gu

    Vegan wraps, avocado burgers, chickpea tagines and peanut stews are just some of the virtuously delicious highlights at this popular vegan hang-out…

  • Nam Bo

    Can Tho

    With a charming, romantic Mediterranean feel, this restaurant does a good mix of Vietnamese and Western dishes. We're fans of the lemongrass chicken and…

  • Bouchon Wine Bar

    Phnom Penh

    Rehoused in a stunning French-colonial villa on St 174, Bouchon is now as much a classy restaurant as an elegant wine bar. The menu includes confit duck…

  • Cafe Perk

    Bhutan

    If you are searching for espresso, this is the place to head for. In addition to coffee, there are cakes, milkshakes, cold coffees and masala chai. The…

  • Giuseppe

    Panglao Island

    One of the Visayas' best Italians, with choice antipasti, divine pizza (from P300), mouthwatering pasta and a daily specials board. It's cool and classy…

  • Sana's

    The East

    An example of why the Sarvodaya Rd strip is becoming one of the most interesting eating neighbourhoods on the east coast. This restaurant is a two-level…

  • Brothers’ Dhaba

    Amritsar

    This fast and friendly upmarket dhaba serves some of Amritsar’s tastiest parathas stuffed with herbs, potato and pomegranate seeds that burst in the mouth…

  • Bella Vita

    El Nido

    Fantastic pizza with perfect thin crust in a beachfront setting? Sign us up. Fresh-baked bread and gnocchi are other specialities. Don't be afraid to show…

  • Les Petites Écuries

    Lijiang

    High-end Yunnanese cuisine fills most of the menu at this Yunnanese–French collaboration, in an upmarket setting on the south side of the old town. Bring…

  • Dapur Kapulaga

    East Bali

    Serving a predominantly organic menu of Western and Balinese staples, this friendly and clean warung with its distinctive checkerboard-tiled floor is a…

  • In Town Seafood

    Prachuap Khiri Khan

    A go-to place for discerning locals, here you can eat streetside under a utilitarian tent while gazing at the squid boats in the bay. Great range of fresh…

  • Ginger Moon

    Seminyak

    Australian chef Dean Keddell presides over an appealing, airy space, with carved wood and palms. The Asian fusion menu features a 'Best of' list of…

  • Cafe Bodega

    Panaji

    It’s well worth a trip up to Altinho Hill to visit this serene inner courtyard cafe-gallery in an azure-and-white Portuguese mansion in the grounds of…

  • Rio Ice Cream

    Jaffna

    For a typical Jaffna treat, head to this popular ice-cream parlour near the landmark Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil. Rio is a local favourite; join the crowds…

  • Lonely Tree Cafe

    Battambang

    Upstairs from the shop of the same name, this uber-cosy cafe serves Spanish tapas-style dishes and a few Khmer options under a soaring, bamboo-inlaid…

  • Nan Guang

    Penang

    Locals come here for laksa asam – thick rice noodles in a tart, herbaceous fish-based broth, with mint leaves, pineapple slivers, onions and fresh…

  • El Centro

    Kota Kinabalu

    El Centro is understandably popular – it's carnivore- and vegetarian-friendly and drinks are reasonably priced. Choose from Tex-Mex and Mediterranean…

  • South Cafe

    Izu Peninsula

    It's well worth dragging yourself away from the beach for the tasty sandwiches, burgers, salads and curries (not to mention the must-have brownies) at…

  • Sakurajaya

    Takayama

    Sakurajaya happens when you take a Japanese man to Germany, introduce him to European culinary arts, hone his craft, then return him to the quiet back…

  • Mamma Shop

    Siem Reap

    A compact menu of terrific homemade pasta is the signature of this bright, friendly Italian corner bistro in the bohemian Kandal village district. Add a…

  • Pae Krung Gao

    Ayuthaya

    A wonderfully cluttered restaurant serving top-notch Thai food. Seemingly half the punters are here for grilled river prawns, though the gaang kĕe·o wăhn …

  • Warung Bambu

    Nusa Lembongan

    On the road to the mangroves, past the lighthouse, this family-run restaurant serves excellent seafood meals. The menu depends on what's caught offshore…

  • Jelo's Place

    Eastern Visayas

    Popular cafe-restaurant serving filling breakfasts, Filipino dishes, sandwiches and burgers and pasta. There's one of the best cake selections in all the…

  • Bantayan Burrito Company

    Bantayan Island

    What's this? A British-owned Tex-Mex restaurant on a remote Visayan island? Works for us. Satisfy all your burrito and taco cravings at this simple place…

  • Yasmin

    Pulau Langkawi

    Langkawi is home to heaps of Middle Eastern restaurants and this Syrian place is one of the best. Expect friendly staff, slightly less fluorescent…

  • Brusnika Russian Cafe

    Thimphu

    One of Thimphu's most welcoming cafes, Brusnika is run by a charming Russian-Bhutanese family and looks out over a small park towards Trashi Chho Dzong…

  • Hippy Cafe

    Northeastern Thailand

    This Thai-trendy cafe in the old bus station (by the clock tower) surprises with retro American furniture, delicious Thai dishes, fresh salads and good…

  • MJ Square

    Bantayan Island

    This open-air food bazaar is lined with restaurants, mainly serving inexpensive Filipino food, but there are some surprises including a fine Mexican joint…

  • Itaca Resto Lounge

    Phu Quoc Island

    This much-applauded restaurant has a creative Mediterranean-Asian fusion menu (with tapas), an inviting al fresco arrangement and friendly, welcoming…

  • Fakruddin

    Dhaka

    It might sound like sticking our necks out, but we reckon this no-nonsense joint probably serves the best biryani in Dhaka, plateful by massive plateful…

  • Traktir Ostrov Sokrovish

    Fergana Valley

    This centrally located and hip place hums with locals at all times of the day, and the summer terrace with cooling misters is a delight. The food is…

  • Zone

    Thimphu

    This expat favourite feels a bit like a small-town American diner, with a Bhutanese twist. The menu runs to burgers and fries, ice cream, ribs (including…

  • Sandals

    Mui Ne

    For a memorable meal in Mui Ne head straight to Sandals in the Sailing Club hotel. It's particularly romantic at night, with tables set around the…

  • Restoran Golden Dragon

    Kuala Terengganu

    This restaurant is constantly packed. There’s ice-cold beer aplenty and one of the finest Chinese seafood menus in town. Fresh fish, squid and prawns are…

  • Saesom Galbi

    Seogwipo

    Perched on a cliff overlooking the harbour, this is the place for barbecued beef or pork. The atmosphere is informal and boisterous thanks to the…

  • Rung Roj

    Ubon Ratchathani

    An Ubon institution serving excellent food, using family recipes and only fresh ingredients. Many people swear by the ox-tongue stew. From the outside it…

  • Sobadokoro Daimon

    Nagano Region

    This superb soba shop, just of the main street in the middle of the village, offers a relaxed atmosphere, jazz music and a chance to try the superb soba…

  • Nonie's

    Boracay

    The menu at Nonie’s is loaded with healthy offerings like beef and kimchi grain bowls and vegan be made with mushrooms, tofu, onions and chilli peppers…

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