Pulau Langkawi
The fragrant, rich, authentic KL-style nasi lemak (rice boiled in coconut milk, served with fried ikan bilis, peanuts and a curry dish) is made by a…
Must-see restaurants in Asia
South Goa
Beneath a large palapa-style shelter overlooking a well-stocked fish pond beside the Sal River, the Farm House is renowned locally for its Goan dishes,…
Sarawak
A sprawling, open-air shed on stilts with a wide-plank floor and a tin roof, this classic Chinese-style seafood restaurant is in Kampung Buntal, a fishing…
Ko Lanta
Highly rated by both visiting Thais and locals, this Thai-Chinese place offers a delectable range of fresh fish (pay by the weight) in a simple setting…
Ubud
'Eliminate free radicals' is but one of many healthy drinks at this hard-core outpost for organic and macrobiotic vegan dining and drinking. The huge menu…
Koh Rong
The pier in Sok San village is a most unlikely place to encounter authentic Italian food, not to mention good wine and real Italian grappa. It strives to…
Shibuya & Shimo-Kitazawa
Okay, this is a cafe and the staff really want you to order a drink (and the coffee is good) but the real reason everyone wants to come here is for the…
Mumbai (Bombay)
This staple Mumbai patisserie serves perfectly executed cakes, tarts and brownies that go well with coffee. All the regularly changing pastries are great,…
Mongolia
Pop into this hang-out for spicy Chinese pork, ginger-inflected stir-fries or just about anything plucked from an enormous menu that specialises in…
Hoi An
This creation from up north along the coast in Danang serves its immensely popular fusion-flavour tacos to satisfied Hoi An diners. Choice combos include…
Pai
Cafecito serves tasty Tex-Mex staples – fish tacos, burritos and quesadillas – as well as Mexican breakfasts, all overseen by an American. This is Pai, so…
New Delhi
In the British Council is this most serene, light-filled cafe, hung with Brit art from their collection. You can sip tea and coffee and nibble on healthy…
Downtown Kyoto
With its relaxed bohemian feel and Pan-Asian menu, Mew'z cafe-restaurant is a great place to break up bouts of shopping on Teramachi-dōri. Drop in for a…
Sichuan
One of a cluster of cafe-restaurants with terrace seating on the riverbank, this place is perfect for tea (from ¥15) or fresh coffee (from ¥25) during the…
Banglamphu
Taking full advantage of its cosy shophouse location, this perennial favourite has enough style to feel like a special night out, but doesn’t skimp on…
Jaffna & the North
This large restaurant looks impersonal from the street (thanks to its huge wedding hall), but enter and you'll find a rear dining area that's unexpectedly…
Palolem
On the Agonda road, the Space Goa combines an excellent organic whole-food cafe with a gourmet deli, craft shop and a wellness centre offering meditation,…
Senggigi
If you fled Bali before experiencing the Jimbaran fish grills, you can make up for it at this beachside seafood barbecue. Choose from a daily catch of…
Ahmedabad (Amdavad)
This little restaurant, which first swung open its doors 40 years ago, is a much-loved thali institution, with a small garden and an air-conditioned…
Ubon Ratchathani
Not really a cafe, this bustling breakfast stop serves kôw đôm (rice soup), gŏo·ay đĕe·o (noodle soup), kài gà·tá (pan egg with sausage) and traditional…
Kunming
Always busy with travellers and students, Salvador’s is now a Kunming staple. With a Mexican/Mediterranean food theme, as well as solid breakfasts, good…
Uttarakhand
This contemporary bistro connected to Hotel President features one of the more modern and diverse menus of international cuisine in Dehra Dun, including…
Leh
It's well worth seeking out this slightly dusty garden restaurant of apricot trees. If the fresh-cooked tandoori chicken has run out (typical by mid…
Shibuya & Shimo-Kitazawa
Uoriki is a fishmonger's run by the same family since 1905 (back when Shibuya was practically still a village). There's a restaurant hidden in the back…
Shanghai
Popular with the locals, Currify may not serve the most authentic Indian dishes, but they're tasty and you can't beat the price. A chicken tikka masala,…
Downtown Kyoto
Located beneath a gallery, this cool subterranean cafe offers a range of snacks, meals and drinks, including craft beer, coffee and cocktails, in a…
Kep
The best breakfast in town is at the hotel Knai Bang Chatt, with an array of Khmer and Western morning favourites, fresh salad, pastries and eggs done…
Okinawa & the Southwest Islands
If you couldn't see this hole-in-the-wall bakery, you'd smell it. It's unique for its owner's commitment to selling fresh bread throughout its opening…
Mumbai (Bombay)
A simple but satisfying place that serves Malvani cuisine and gets very busy at lunchtime. Its bombil thali (₹130) and crab masala thali (₹130) are very…
Gangneung
This small, ramshackle place with a little garden and simple blue plastic furniture serves delicious and generous helpings of jang kalguksu – buckwheat…
Northern Laos
Cream-interiored Nisha is set in a simple shophouse, but the real colour is found in its excellent cuisine. The menu includes all the usual suspects like…
Kumar Vegetarian & South Indian Restaurant
Uttarakhand
This popular, sparkling-clean restaurant serves what surely comes close to the Platonic form of a masala dosa (curried vegetables inside a crisp pancake),…
Seoul
Located in a small house, Gyeongju Restaurant serves home-cooked Korean food. The Large Meat Set for four people comes with 300g of lamb, 450g of pork and…
Ko Samui
The signature Beef Rossini at this fantastically positioned beachfront restaurant at Rocky's Resort is cooked to perfection. Combined with the excellent…
Harajuku & Aoyama
Grill your own okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes) at this funky place inside the gallery Design Festa. In addition to classic options (with pork, squid and…
Kamakura
This mellow day-to-evening joint serves up dishes such as pad thai (stir-fried rice noodles) and green curry, with veggies sourced from the local farmers…
Hong Kong
Understated faux-retro decor and warm service impart a homely feel at this upmarket place serving Cantonese classics with a healthy twist. Ingredients are…
Shenzhen
A longstanding dim sum restaurant with more than half a dozen branches in Shenzhen, Laurel prides itself on friendly service. This one is right by the…
Nagano Region
This establishment just before the gates to Zenkō-ji has been serving seiro-mushi (ingredients steamed in a wood-and-bamboo box) for over 150 years. The…
Ginza & Tsukiji
This sandwich counter, run out of an old barbershop, is a market-worker favourite, and also sells some of Tokyo's cheapest (and still decent) coffee (¥140…
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