Must-see restaurants in Asia

  • Xilin Hotel

    Guilin

    While no one comes to Daxu to visit its gritty town centre, foodies wanting to try a local delicacy should venture to the Xilin Hotel on the town's main…

  • Gyoza Chao Chao Sanjo-Kiyamachi

    Downtown Kyoto

    In the heart of Kyoto's bar scene, it's no wonder Chao Chao draws long queues for its crispy gyōza (dumplings) – great as a pre-drink dinner, even better…

  • Tree Top

    Labuan Bajo

    This open-air, double-decker restaurant is a fantastic place to watch the sunset, especially if you nab the table that juts out to the harbour. While both…

  • KP's Restaurant

    Jodhpur

    The rooftop restaurant at Krishna Prakash Heritage Haveli welcomes all to sample its delicious food and fort views. There are Chinese and Continental…

  • Din Tai Fung

    Singapore

    This outlet of the prolific Taiwanese chain was the first to open in Singapore. Years later, its mere mention still leaves dumpling diehards in a drooling…

  • Shwe Sa Bwe

    Yangon

    Based in a beautifully decorated mansion close to the north shore of Inya Lake, this fine-dining restaurant offers great value. It's run as a social…

  • Dasaprakash

    Agra

    Fabulously tasty and religiously clean, Dasaprakash whips up consistently great South Indian vegetarian food, including spectacular thalis (₹250 to ₹360),…

  • Casa Bella Vista

    Manali

    Just across the river from Old Manali, climb a short stairway to enjoy Bella Vista's high-quality vegetarian Spanish and Italian food served in a…

  • La Sirena

    Phuket

    Perched by a pale-aqua infinity pool at design-led Point Yamu by Como, this sleekly contemporary southern Italian restaurant makes the most of its…

  • Gǒubùlǐ – Main Branch

    Tianjin

    Tianjin’s most famous restaurant chain – sometimes called 'Go Believe' – is a mixed bag. While the trademark xiǎo lóng bāo (小笼包, steamed dumplings) are…

  • Tomatito

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Just steps from Ben Thanh Market, Tomatito bills itself as a 'sexy tapas bar'. The interior is one big brightly-lit room done up in a retro-Spanish vibe,…

  • Den Shichi

    Downtown Kyoto

    This is one of the best reasonably priced sushi restaurants in Kyoto. It’s a classic: long counter, bellowing sushi chefs and great fresh fish. The lunch…

  • Hayashi

    Roppongi, Akasaka & Around

    Ensconce yourself in your hori-kotatsu (low table with hollowed-out space in the floor for your legs) or on a log bench, and drape a napkin made of kimono…

  • Nu Eatery

    Hoi An

    Don't be deceived by the humble decor at this compact place near the Japanese Covered Bridge; there's a real wow factor to the seasonal small plates at…

  • Olive

    Johor Bahru

    One of several international restaurants overlooking Puteri Harbour, Olive is a good choice to enjoy Indian cuisine, cooking up a wonderfully tender…

  • Fort Hammenhiel Resort

    Jaffna & the North

    The historic fort is part of a navy-run resort. There's a restaurant right on the waterfront with great views of the fort. It's a big place with a big…

  • Cantaloupe

    Kuala Lumpur

    The flagship eatery in the Troika complex, this French-accented fine diner offers a set weekday lunch of eight small dishes, plus a variety of dining…

  • Grand Pavilion

    Kochi (Cochin)

    The restaurant at the Grand Hotel is as elegant and retro-stylish as the hotel itself, with cream-coloured furniture and chequered floors. It serves a…

  • Tōsuirō

    Downtown Kyoto

    You will be amazed by the variety of dishes that can be created with tofu at this specialist tofu restaurant. It’s got traditional Japanese decor and in…

  • SNDT to Cross Maiden Khao Gali

    Mumbai (Bombay)

    A heaven for food lovers, Mumbai’s famous khau galis (literally 'eat lanes') pack in some tantalising street treats, serving up a potpourri of cuisines…

  • Kosendō

    Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)

    The best noodles in town are found in this 250-year-old Edo-era wooden schoolhouse. The house speciality is buke-soba served with takenoko (bamboo shoots)…

  • Suk Jai Floating Market

    Kanchanaburi

    Despite its name, this is not a floating market, though it does take place along the river. Food is the focus and it's mostly snacks, like fried mushrooms…

  • Butasute

    Kansai

    This local institution specialises in gyū-don (sliced beef on rice). Early-morning shrine visitors can pick up menchi katsu (croquettes stuffed with…

  • Lazy Dog Lounge

    Manali

    This slick restaurant-bar produces flavoursome international food – from roast-pumpkin soup to peri-peri chicken, quinoa salad to semi-deconstructed pad…

  • Gough's on Gough

    Hong Kong

    This funky British restaurant, designed by interiors expert Timothy Oulton, is a stunning space. A spiral staircase, an aquarium, a monochrome geometric…

  • Tang Song Food Street

    Chengdu

    This reconstructed ancient alleyway is jam-packed with tourists and Chengdu favourites like chāoshǒu (抄手, wontons; ¥12) and chuànchuàn xiāng (串串香, the…

  • Cosy Beach Club

    Sumba

    Owned by the people behind luxurious glamping resort, Watukaka, this casual club is the only place to eat, grab a beer and even dance for miles around…

  • Sama-Sama Cafe

    East Bali

    Junkungs (outrigger canoes used for fishing) lined up on the sand provide a picturesque backdrop when enjoying a casual meal or drink at this beachside…

  • Ethiopia

    Kōrakuen & Akihabara

    In studenty Jimbōchō, Japanese curry cafes are everywhere and fiercely competitive. Ethiopia is a seasoned champ, offering jumbo serves and curries packed…

  • Prem Pavitra Bhojnalaya

    Eastern Rajasthan

    Alwar’s renowned restaurant has been going since 1957. In the heart of the old town, it serves fresh, tasty pure-veg food – try the delicious dhal fry…

  • Suzette

    Mumbai (Bombay)

    Relaxed Parisian-style place steeped where possible in organically sourced ingredients. Delectable crêpes, croques, salads, juices and soothing lounge…

  • mumokuteki cafe

    Downtown Kyoto

    Above the mumokuteki shop in the middle of the downtown area, this popular cafe is a lifesaver for many Kyoto vegetarians. The food is tasty, varied and…

  • Sibolang Durian

    Medan

    If you haven't tried durian, then stop by this 'aromatic' open-air eating establishment dedicated to the world's smelliest fruit. It's not just some…

  • Hirobun

    Kansai

    This is a good place to sample kawadoko 'above-river' dining on platforms. A friendly crew of ladies run the show and the food is quite good; they are…

  • Temple Duck Rice

    Northern Taiwan

    This clean and efficient little shop close to City God Temple serves tantalising Taiwan-style roasted duck shredded on a bed of rice (鴨肉飯; yāròu fàn)…

  • Poetry By Love and Cheesecake

    Mumbai (Bombay)

    Poetry By Love and Cheesecake is a European oasis in the middle of Mumbai, conceived by chef Amit Sharma. The menu of snacks and treats ranges far and…

  • Sushi no Musashi

    Downtown Kyoto

    If you’ve never tried a kaiten-sushi (conveyor-belt sushi restaurant), don’t miss this place – most dishes are a mere ¥146. Not the best sushi in the…

  • No.1 Farmers Market

    Sanya

    Sanya’s most popular market is ostensibly a place to bargain for and buy locally grown produce, but its real appeal lies on the fringes, where food…

  • Monja Kondō

    Ginza & Tsukiji

    Monjayaki is a Tokyo speciality, a batter, veg, seafood and meat fry-up with a loose, scrambled-egg-like texture. This place dating back to 1950 is said…

  • Nihonbashi Tamai

    Tokyo

    Anago (seafaring eel) has long been considered a super-food, rich in vitamins A and E (and fortunately, not endangered like its freshwater cousin unagi)…

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