Must-see restaurants in Asia

  • Yin Yang Restaurant

    Kathmandu

    Yin Yang is one of Thamel’s most highly regarded restaurants, serving authentic Thai food that is a definite cut above the imitation Thai food found…

  • Cuc Gach Quan

    Ho Chi Minh City

    It comes as little surprise to learn that the owner of this place is an architect when you step into this cleverly renovated old villa. The decor is both…

  • Fuego

    Kuala Lumpur

    With its huge open-air deck facing the Petronas Towers, this show-stopping Latin American eatery has a boisterous but convivial atmosphere and is a great…

  • Nourish

    Yangon

    Vegan restaurants are a rare breed in Yangon, so Nourish comes as something of a blessing – doubly so as its menu of wraps, pitas, 'glo bowls', salads and…

  • Kagawa Ippuku

    Kōrakuen & Akihabara

    Proof you don't need to shell out a small fortune to eat well in Tokyo is this humble restaurant specialising in Sanuki-udon, wheat noodles from Kagawa in…

  • Crab

    The East

    A wonderful setting for a meal, this stylish hotel restaurant is perfect for a lazy dinner near the surf. You'll find a wide selection of dishes, with…

  • Cheongwon Momil

    Gwangju

    This humble noodle shop, which specialises in momil (모밀; buckwheat noodles) is a Gwangju institution, in business since 1960 (as the sign out front…

  • Blackbird

    Manila

    For a romantic night out, you can't beat Blackbird. It's in the art-deco Nielson Tower, a historic 1937 airport control tower, with dining in the old…

  • Privet

    Vientiane

    Dumplings, zakuski (small dishes eaten with vodka), pickled herring, blinis and caviar – peeps, Russian food is really tasty. And even if you don't agree…

  • Nánfāng Dà Bāo

    Hangzhou

    Who would have thought the humble bāozi could taste so good? The fluffy steamed buns served at this small corner stand near the Rénhé Hotel building are…

  • Shan Ma Ma

    Mandalay

    Plastic stools and chairs? Check. Delicious aroma of food awaiting your inspection? Check. And the friendly sisters who run it will offer you a taste of…

  • Ark

    Sarawak

    Nudging the Rejang Esplanade, the Ark has an air-con interior plus outdoor seating upstairs, and is the perfect place to watch the river drift by with a…

  • Le Saint Georges

    Phnom Penh

    Le Saint Georges specialises in the cuisine of southwest France, featuring a number of dishes that don't often turn up on other menus around town,…

  • Kinlum Kindee

    Chiang Mai

    Meaning 'eat delicious, eat well', Kinlum Kindee aims to elevate northern Thai cuisine by using high-quality, sustainable ingredients from local producers…

  • Meta

    Chinatown & the CBD

    It's all about French food with a delicate Asian twist at this sleek, one Michelin star restaurant in trendy Keong Saik Rd. The open kitchen runs nearly…

  • Root

    Yangon

    This ethnically stylish and spacious restaurant specialises in the food of the Wa people, who live in the conflict-ridden, northern region of Myanmar…

  • Chidoritei

    Southern Higashiyama

    Family owned Chidoritei is a snug little sushi restaurant tucked away in the backstreets of Gion away from the bustle. It's a great place to try delicious…

  • Lemongrass Thai

    Thimphu

    Thimphu's best and most stylish Thai restaurant looks out over downtown from the top of a shopping centre, with views towards the National Memorial…

  • Omen Kodai-ji

    Southern Higashiyama

    Housed in a remodelled Japanese building with a light, airy feeling, this branch of Kyoto’s famed Omen noodle chain is the best place to stop while…

  • Butao Ramen

    Hong Kong

    From the line of customers waiting out front, you can believe that this joint serves the best ramen in town. Choose from the signature Butao with rich…

  • Katsu Gen Honten

    Matsumoto

    If you're into tonkatsu (deep-fried pork cutlet), try to find this place a block south of the southeastern corner of Matsumoto Castle park. There's a…

  • Amaretto

    Tashkent

    The mouth-watering Italian food, professional English-speaking service and subdued, candlelit ambience combine to make this the obvious choice for a…

  • Niseko Loft Club

    Niseko

    Down the road from the Annupuri slopes, Loft Club glitters with fairy lights and the warm, glowing promise of a filling meal washed down with beer and…

  • Starbeans Ocean Restaurant & Cafe

    Galle

    This modern cafe-restaurant enjoys a privileged position on the upper deck of the Dutch Hospital, with comfortable seating facing the big blue offshore…

  • Kawabun Nagoya

    Nagoya

    You can soak up the atmosphere of this gorgeous, woody Taishō-era building with its tranquil garden and pond over a glass of pinot: try not to spill a…

  • Goon Goon Coffee Shop

    Bangladesh

    This modern eatery stocks an assortment of pastries, sandwiches and cakes and, most importantly, presses fresh coffee. You could also try the tasty…

  • Manda de Laos

    Luang Prabang

    This stunning restaurant is set in a beautiful lantern-festooned garden flanking a lily pond that is pretty by day, but enchanting by night. The menu of…

  • Novelty Cafe

    Luang Prabang

    One of the most popular cafes on the main strip, Novelty offers some delectable coffees, novel teas (their pun, not ours!) and delicious fruit shakes. It…

  • Traktir

    Mongolia

    A magnet for visiting Russians, Traktir serves up the likes of borscht (beetroot soup), fried liver and grilled meats with mushroom sauce, with welcome…

  • Nimrah

    Hyderabad

    This classic Irani cafe, always packed to the rafters, is located almost underneath the Charminar's arches. It offers a particularly tasty range of Irani…

  • Stardust Restaurant

    Arugam Bay

    For a memorable meal, this superb beachfront hotel restaurant is just the ticket, with expertly executed European and Asian dishes, wine by the bottle …

  • Din Tai Fung

    Nagoya

    The Nagoya branch of this globally acclaimed Taiwanese chain, located in the Takashimaya department store at Nagoya Station, is likely to please with its…

  • World Cafe

    Pulau Perhentian

    One of the top choices on Long Beach is this open-sided restaurant cooled by a sea breeze and jazz vibes. Cocktails, fresh juices and smoothies, and a…

  • Mahesh Lunch Home

    Mumbai (Bombay)

    Mahesh Lunch Home, a great choice for Mangalorean or Chinese-style seafood, is renowned for its ladyfish, pomfret, lobster, crab and salt-and-pepper squid…

  • Granary

    Kuching

    Housed in an old granary that has been renovated with minimalist flair, this breezy restaurant serves up burgers, pizzas and pasta, plus some pricier meat…

  • 80/20

    Chinatown

    Freshly renovated in 2019, 80/20 continues to excel at what it has always done with perfection – blending Thai and Western ingredients and dishes to…

  • Nalu Bowls

    Seminyak

    Inspired by Hawaii's culture and tropical ingredients, this chain of acai bowl establishments has made a big splash in Bali. The flagship Seminyak…

  • Le Café Ban Vat Sene

    Luang Prabang

    Luang Prabang's most stylish stop for afternoon tea and scones. Fans whirr above a serenely lit bar, while the dessert cabinet purrs at you like a…

  • Warung Varuna

    Canggu

    The best deal for great local fare close to the beach, Varuna combines excellent Balinese fare with a surfer sensibility. The nasi goreng (fried rice)…

  • Ginza Sato Yosuke

    Ginza & Tsukiji

    A speciality of Akita Prefecture, inaniwa wheat noodles have been made by seven generations of the Sato family. As you'll be able to tell from the glossy,…

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