Must-see restaurants in Asia

  • Perch

    Delhi

    The coolification of upscale shopping enclave Khan Market continues apace with Perch, a wine bar-cafe that's all pared-down aesthetic, waiters in pencil…

  • Kheer

    Delhi

    Upscale Indian restaurant housed in an atmospheric hotel, Kheer welcomes with its cheery decor reminiscent of warm Kashmiri households. Aside from quality…

  • Sugar Palm

    Phnom Penh

    Set in an attractive French villa, the Sugar Palm is the place to sample traditional flavours infused with herbs and spices, including delicious char…

  • Dream Garden Restaurant

    Kathmandu

    The outdoor garden restaurant at the Kathmandu Guest House has easily the classiest ambience in town, with prices on par with Thamel's other restaurants…

  • Elita Restaurant

    Galle

    Thirteen years of work as a chef in Belgium gave Krishantha Suranjith myriad skills in preparing seafood. His restaurant has great views out to the…

  • Shōjin Ryōri Kakushō

    Takayama

    Experience the unique Japanese art of shōjin-ryōri, holistic vegetarian kaiseki dining in an atmospheric building and garden that's almost 200 years old,…

  • Kuvieng Fried Chicken

    Vientiane

    This ramshackle restaurant draws locals for the combination of deep-fried chicken (the owner allegedly 'borrowed' the recipe from the other KFC), Lao…

  • Anu’s Bamboo Hut

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    Rooftop cafe reminiscent of a shack that caters mainly to yoga students, with healthy vegetarian lunch buffets (at 1pm sharp; don't arrive at 2pm or many…

  • Fat Chow

    Kuta & Legian

    A stylish, modern take on the traditional open-fronted cafe, Fat Chow serves Asian-accented fare at long picnic tables, small tables and lounges. The food…

  • Rice Thai

    Siem Reap

    Arguably the best Thai restaurant in Siem Reap, this little eatery specialises in succulent duck dishes, but has a whole range of vegetarian options…

  • Lebuh Presgrave Hawker Stalls

    George Town

    A famous vendor of Hokkien mee (mixed noodles in a rich, prawn- and pork-based broth) draws most folks to this open-air hawker convocation, but there's…

  • Cool Spot

    Hikkaduwa & Around

    This family-run place has been serving up fresh seafood from a vintage roadside house at the northern end of the strip since 1972. There’s a cool veranda…

  • Seribu Rasa Menteng

    Jakarta

    An excellent low-key local chain restaurant just a short walk from glitzy malls and hotels. Classic Indonesian dishes from satay to beef rendang are…

  • Cafe Magistr

    Samarkand

    Right in the heart of the city, this bright two-room cafe aimed at students serves everything from real coffee to breakfast pancakes, as well as salads,…

  • Zhāxī Cāntīng

    Yunnan

    Lively restaurant and barbecue joint that's great for the local speciality, Mosuo pork (from ¥50), which you cook yourself on tabletop wood-fired grills…

  • Rose Cafe

    Delhi

    Opposite the fake Dilli Haat market, 'Delhi Haat', an unprepossessing building harbours the Rose Cafe, prettily pale blue and pink. It's all cake stands…

  • Gerarda's

    Bohol

    In a historic family house with antiques, scuffed-wood floors and sparkling cutlery, sophisticated Gerarda's does fabulous Filipino food. Highlights…

  • Wijaya

    The South

    This boutique hotel's restaurant is one of southern Sri Lanka's most renowned places to dine out, famed for its pizza cooked in wood-burning ovens. Bar…

  • Myaso

    Nur-Sultan (Astana)

    With a diagram on the exposed brick wall showing the different parts of a cow, fashion shows on the TV screen and a solid menu of (mostly) European wines,…

  • Cozy Resto

    Singaraja

    One of the more established cafes at Pantai Penimbangan, Cozy has a long menu of Balinese, Indonesian and seafood dishes. Celebrating locals fill the open…

  • Merican Nasi Kandar

    George Town

    Step into this classic-feeling cafe for excellent nasi kandar (Muslim-influenced curries served over rice). You can't go wrong with the tomato rice,…

  • French Feast

    Kuala Lumpur

    Occupying a tastefully restored old home, French Feast offers classic French bistro–style dishes including cassoulet, house-smoked sausages with puy…

  • Daiba Kanazawa Ekimae

    Kanazawa

    This trendy spot in the Kanazawa Miyako Hotel building has a comprehensive Japanese menu and a limited English one with all the Western favourites and…

  • Star Kebab & Restaurant

    Dhaka

    Part of the hugely popular Star Kebab chain, this is a hit with the local student population, and does ever-dependable and ever-affordable local nosh in a…

  • Chuniding Food

    Thimphu

    Chuniding has shelves piled high with organic and local produce, much of it neatly packaged and ready for travel. You'll find everything here from ema kam…

  • Garden Cafe

    Bohol

    A cowboy-themed restaurant that employs deaf waiters and chefs. The menu – which includes a beginner's guide to sign language – is chock-full of good ol'…

  • Upali's

    Colombo

    Bright, casual and busy all day, Upali's serves upscale Sri Lankan fare in stylish surrounds. Look for dishes here you won't find at your average…

  • Elia Greek Kitchen

    Siem Reap

    This little taverna near Psar Chaa looks like it comes straight out of the Med, and the food tastes pretty authentic too. Choose from all the Greek…

  • Bali Eco Deli

    Nusa Lembongan

    This irresistible cafe has great green cred and is noted for giving back to the community. But what it gives customers is also good: fresh and creative…

  • Think Club

    The South

    Quirky but brilliant shack on the beach run by a father-and-son team; you climb a rickety ladder to an ocean-facing deck for your meal. The seafood is…

  • Colombo Food Court

    Colombo

    This is the top choice for an authentic Sri Lankan lunch near Fort. The rambling interior has various stations for rice and curry, fried rice and more…

  • Green Gallery

    Yangon

    This cosy but artfully designed place has bags of atmosphere and is run by Bo, a friendly young Myanmar woman who used to live in Thailand. The food,…

  • Mezzanine El Nido

    El Nido

    Stylish and sophisticated, the loungey 2nd-floor restaurant has waterfront views, excellent pizza and homemade ice cream. It has an abbreviated lunch menu…

  • Unkaizan

    Pulau Langkawi

    Unkaizan serves lauded Japanese food, with seating in a cosy bungalow and on an open patio. The menu spans much that Japan is known for, but don’t forget…

  • Cafe Noorani

    Mumbai (Bombay)

    Inexpensive, old-school eatery that’s a requisite stop before or after visiting Haji Ali Dargah. Mughlai and Punjabi staples dominate, with kebabs…

  • Cafe Walk

    Kandy

    This open-sided cafe is where many of Kandy's bright young things like to hang out, with tables facing busy Dalada Vidiya. It's great for breakfast (with…

  • Gajalee

    Mangaluru (Mangalore)

    One of Mangaluru's premier seafood restaurants, with a hillside location, sweeping views and a choice of indoor or outdoor seating. Try the clam koshimbir…

  • Black Cat Cafe

    Colombo

    A fine cafe in a 1920s mansion amid a neighbourhood of similar homes. There are excellent coffee drinks as well as healthy casual fare such as sandwiches…

  • Betelnut Cafe

    Canggu

    There's a hippy-chic vibe at this thatched cafe with a mellow open-air dining room upstairs. The menu leans towards healthy, including juices and lots of…

  • Bale Branti

    Central Java

    This attractive teahouse is set in an authentic joglo (traditional Javanese house), with over a dozen wood tables shaded by parasols edging tea terraces…

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