Must-see restaurants in Asia

  • Village Cafe

    Siem Reap

    Bar, Bites, Beats is the motto at Village Cafe, a happening little bistro that delivers on its promise. Drop in for tapas, wholesome gastropub grub and a…

  • Mamagoto

    Delhi

    Fun, friendly and fabulously colourful, this laid-back east-Asian restaurant, with funky manga art and retro Chinese posters on the walls, has an eclectic…

  • Sugar Palm

    Siem Reap

    The Sugar Palm is a beautiful space and a popular place to sample traditional flavours infused with herbs and spices, including delicious char kreung …

  • Watercress

    Ubud

    A young and fashionable crowd flocks to this Aussie-style contemporary cafe to nosh on all-day breakfasts, burgers, sourdough sandwiches, homemade cakes,…

  • Gavroche

    Panglao Island

    One of the best places in Alona for breakfast, with fresh croissants, Filipino (P155) and French (from P135) sets, plus lots of à la carte options. Also…

  • Bomra’s

    North Goa

    Wonderfully unusual food is on offer at this sleek little place serving interesting modern Burmese cuisine with a fusion twist. Aromatic dishes include…

  • Vinayaka Mylari

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    This tiny, no-nonsense place is one of the best spots in town to try the South Indian classic masala dosa (a large savoury crepe stuffed with spiced…

  • Mango Tree

    Hampi

    Hampi’s most famous restaurant has relocated to an atmospheric tented restaurant in the bazaar but is still run by three generations of the same local…

  • Tamarind Restaurant

    Puerto Galera

    Tamarind lures you in with the scent of steaks and seafood being fired up on its open-air barbecue – try the classic (water buffalo) steak or the prawns à…

  • TFL

    Telangana & Andhra Pradesh

    A stylish cafe-resto in a converted suburban bungalow with a great covered terrace. Offers Italian, Mexican, American, European and East Asian dishes,…

  • Abaca

    Cebu City

    Superstylish cafe where you can dine overlooking the Terraces or in the air-con interior. Great for breakfast with healthy and not-so-healthy options –…

  • Gosang

    Myeong-dong & Jung-gu

    One worth dressing up for, this classy restaurant specialises in vegetarian temple dishes that date from the Goryeo dynsasty. It's all set-course,…

  • Barrio Bonito

    Ko Chang

    Fab fajitas, burritos, tacos and cocktails are served by a charming French-Mexican couple at this roadside spot in the middle of Kaibae. Offering…

  • Caffe del Mar

    Bantayan Island

    For a taste of the Italian motherland look no further, Caffe del Mar serves up fine imported antipasto, gnocchi, seafood and grilled meats, homemade pasta…

  • Khao Soi Lam Duan Fah Ham

    Chiang Mai

    North of the Th Ratanakosin bridge on the east bank, Th Faham is known as Chiang Mai’s kôw soy (wheat-and-egg noodles in curry broth) ghetto. Khao Soi Lam…

  • Deck Cafe & Bar

    Nusa Lembongan

    Straddling the main hillside walkway, the stylish bar and cafe of the Batu Karang hotel offers creative drinks from a long list, gorgeous views and…

  • Gallery

    Nusa Penida

    A popular spot for volunteers at the NGOs, this small cafe and shop is run by the ever-charming Mike, a Brit who is a fount of Penida knowledge. There's…

  • Pane & Vino

    Nur-Sultan (Astana)

    Decorated with framed recipes from different regions of Italy, this refined, contemporary restaurant really delivers when it comes to pasta, risotto and…

  • Pituq Waroeng

    Gili Trawangan

    Enjoy classic Indonesian fare reinterpreted as exquisite vegan tapas at this back-lane haven. Gather a group of friends, sit together at one of the low…

  • Char Ming

    Sanur

    Asian fusion with a French accent. A daily menu board lists the fresh seafood available for grilling. Look for regional dishes, many with modern flair…

  • Maya Burger Queen

    Pai

    Burgers are a big deal in Pai and our arduous research has concluded that Maya does the best job. Everything is homemade, from the soft, slightly sweet…

  • Kurumaya Honten

    Central Honshū

    One of Japan's most renowned soba shops, where the classic presentation is cold mori (plain) or zaru (with strips of nori) with a sweetish dipping sauce…

  • Karma Cafe & Bakery

    South Goa

    Pull up a cushion at this chilled cafe and bakery opposite the Colomb road and delve into a superb range of freshly baked breads, croissants and pastries…

  • Bistrot Langka

    Phnom Penh

    Bistrot Langka offers fine French dining in an intimate atmosphere at an affordable price. Tuna tataki and an original beef tartare are some standout…

  • Art Lounge Cafe

    Ubud Region

    An outpost of Bali chic on one of the main roads between Ubud and the coast, this fashionable cafe in the Tonyraka Art Lounge is an excellent lunch,…

  • House of Scott

    Phnom Penh

    Chic and art-lined House of Scott works with the Cambodian Children's Fund by donating all proceeds towards education and job creation for Cambodian youth…

  • Teksen

    George Town

    There's a reason this place is always packed: it's one of the tastiest, most consistent Chinese restaurants in town (and in a place like George Town, that…

  • Friends

    Phnom Penh

    One of Phnom Penh’s best-loved restaurants, this place is a must, with tasty tapas bites, heavenly smoothies and creative cocktails. Order two tapas or…

  • Masjid India Pasar Malam

    Kuala Lumpur

    Stalls pack out the length of Lg Tuanku Abdul Rahman, the alley between Jln Tuanku Abdul Rahman and Masjid India. Amid the headscarf and T-shirt sellers…

  • Taste

    El Nido

    They do wonderful things with all-vegan ingredients at this tiny but tasteful two-storey affair. Head to the counter and order the beautiful Mexican…

  • Aling Taleng’s Halo Halo

    Around Manila

    This restaurant-bar right by the bridge has been making its signature halo-halo – that iconic icy Filipino dessert – since 1933, and is locally famous for…

  • Sly Granny

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    Sly Granny is a fresh breath of flavours, serving up European-meets-Asian cuisine. Tables are on two levels, with a formal restaurant zone and a more…

  • Grand Indian

    Nuwara Eliya

    Far and away the town's favourite restaurant, so much so that in the evenings you often have to wait for a table. The food here is the rich, delicious…

  • Toro Loco

    Suzhou

    Upmarket Spanish restaurant and cocktail bar on the 37th floor of the W Hotel. As well as excellent food, drinks and service, this place also has a…

  • PVO

    Vientiane

    This fresh, no-frills eatery is one of the better places in town to grab lunch, and in addition to a variety of Vietnamese dishes, does some of the best…

  • Spaghetti Jazz

    Dhaka

    A stylish and intimate setting for probably the best pizza and pasta you’ll find anywhere in Bangladesh. The antipasti and fish and meat courses are also…

  • Anju-Coco Resto

    Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)

    One of Havelock’s faves, down-to-earth roadside Anju-Coco offers a flavour-packed menu of zealously guarded Indian-international family recipes, with…

  • Selera Akmal

    Pulau Langkawi

    This is where locals go for nasi campur (Malay-style buffet). Serve yourself from trays holding dishes such as rich rendang, fiery sambal, a coconut milk…

  • Pachamama

    Gili Air

    This oh-so-hip health-food restaurant brews its own kombucha, crafts exotic smoothies and cold-brew coffee (or cocktails!) and has lots of flavourful veg,…

  • San MaRu

    Thimphu

    A little slice of Seoul, transported to the centre of Thimphu, this wood-lined Korean restaurant serves excellent soups, stews and, for groups of two or…

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