Hubei
At Xiling Gorge (西陵峡; Xīlíng Xiá), 13km north of Yichang, is a peculiar restaurant perched precariously against a cliff. Claimed to be the ninth 'cave…
Must-see restaurants in Asia
Kuala Lumpur
The national theatre's cafe offers an appealing serve-yourself buffet of Malay and mamak (Indian Muslim) favourites such as fish-head curry, as well as…
Colombo
In a small building with designer-clothing shops, this cool little cafe has an extraordinarily long menu of teas, coffee drinks, frappés and fresh juices…
Chiang Mai
This quaint restaurant just east of the old city offers a trip across the border, with a menu of tasty Burmese dishes such as tea leaf and pennywort…
Yazhuang Vietnamese Restaurant
Guangxi
This popular spot whips up tasty Vietnamese classics such as stir-fried beef with mango (芒果炒牛肉, mángguŏ chăoniúròu), squid baked in coconut (椰香局黑鱼,…
Phnom Penh
Eleven One Kitchen specialises in healthy Cambodian cuisine, using pesticide-free vegetables and no MSG in their flavoursome food. A standout dish is the…
Northern Taiwan
Taro, peanut, green mango and many more ice-cream flavours have been blended with the region's chillis at this modern store just up from Nanao train…
Kampot
A great place for breakfast, homemade cakes, infused tea and light lunches, this mellow cafe is staffed by young people who are deaf or have a disability…
Jaipur
This serene and cool cafe with a fashionable organic vibe is the perfect place to come if you’re craving a crunchy, well-dressed salad, a quiche or a…
Ōsumi Islands
Head to this friendly little izakaya (Japanese pub-eatery) in Nishi-no-Omote to sample tasty dishes such as the sashimi teishoku (sashimi set; ¥1200)…
Uttarakhand
With a wood-lined chalet interior and snappily dressed staff, Embassy has been serving up five pages of menu items since 1964. There's a good terrace for…
Ulaanbaatar
UB's first foray into a hipster-style eatery is this burger joint with exposed brick, low-hanging lamps, subway tiles and bench seating. As well as its…
Phnom Penh
One of the leaders in Phnom Penh's new wave of Mexican restaurants, Mexicano offers some delicious tacos, including pulled pork or succulent river fish…
Ahmedabad (Amdavad)
You can't beat the seasonal milkshakes and ice cream served at this long-running place off MG Rd. And of course no visit would be complete without a taste…
Mekong Delta
Here's how it works: grab a barbecue and order a wave of seafood to cook in the middle of the table, and wash it all down with some local beers. Staff don…
Flores
As the sun sets this small street fills with the scent of cooking over coals and half a dozen vendors sell ayam goreng (fried chicken), ikan pepes (fish…
Camiguin
Allesandro, the Italian owner-chef at this open-air place across from the airport, fires up delicious thin-crust brick-oven pies using only high-quality…
Galle
The menu here covers all bases with filling sandwiches, pasta, steaks and, yes, even local curries. Choose between eating on the sunny terrace, under the…
Kalimantan
Pull up some floor space near the fountain and sink your teeth into some ketupat (sticky rice cooked in woven banana-leaf packets). Locals recommend the…
Shanghai
Awesomely executed American dishes from big breakfasts with all the trimmings (eggs, sausage, bacon, hash browns and toast) to pancakes, as well as clam…
Izu Peninsula
A fishmonger downstairs and a casual restaurant above, this humble, market-fresh eatery is noted for its grilled fish and squid (cooked DIY on hot plates)…
Amritsar
Not far from the Golden Temple, this tiny two-tone eatery is a convenient spot to recharge your batteries. It does some quick-and-easy multicuisine dishes…
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
An iconic chicken and beer bar, Hanchu is a Garosu-gil institution, though it's known more for its loud, crowded ambiance and its fried hot peppers than…
East Bali
Modestly hip, this on-trend cafe at the western entrance to Amed village is a popular pit stop for granola, smashed avocado and egg Benedict breakfasts,…
North Luzon
Surrounded by the owner's antique collection, you can sample the superlative pinakbét and poqui-poqui (roasted eggplant) pizza (which we suppose can be…
Curio Espresso & Vintage Design
Kanazawa
Brewing Seattle-style coffee that would satisfy even the most hardened coffee snob, this sweet little cafe is a quaint spot to grab a break near the…
West Sumatra
This shack restaurant is a good spot to sample the delicious regional speciality itiak lado mudo (duck in green chilli). It's got some kick, but heat…
Taipei
In the basement of tiny Dinghao Mall is this secret gem – the best-value juicy dumplings in the city. It's always heaving, but the line moves fast and the…
Kerobokan
Inspired by the overhyped Ubud original, this Nuri's works to promote the concept and has a much larger outdoor component. Remarkably, it has become a…
Arvaikheer Palace Hotel Restaurant
Mongolia
Arvaikheer's smartest restaurant is on the ground floor of its best hotel, with a fabulous range of Mongolian and pan-Asian dishes, including soups,…
Manila
A Manila institution, the Shawarma Snack Center serves the richest and most flavourful falafel, mutabal (eggplant dip), hummus and kebabs in downtown…
Siem Reap
This place generates a real buzz among foreign residents in Siem Reap thanks to its creative coffees, jam-jar juices and healthy open sandwiches, such as…
Mokpo
Though it may not look like much, this is one of Mokpo's finest hoe (raw fish) restaurants, where you can sample the local mineo (민어; croaker). Eat it as…
Pokhara
The pick of the Damside eateries is this cosy restaurant that sits smack on the edge of the lake. It has decent if not exciting travellers’ fare of…
Jeollanam-do
This restaurant serves Damyang's signature dish: daetongbap (대통밥) – rice and nuts cooked inside a bamboo stem – plus bamboo-shoot doenjang (fermented…
Haiphong
This well-established restaurant is run by Keralans from India so it’s the real deal, with pukka (authentic) milky chai, lassis (yogurt drink) and…
Ko Samui
This beachside pavilion presents a tranquil and relaxed setting offering a leaner cuisine. Serving a healthy take on traditional Thai, Italian and Mexican…
Papua
Follow the reggae music into this funky warung bedecked in jungle wall murals on Sentani's main drag. You'll be wowed by the spicy, tender BBQ chicken and…
Ko Samui
Serving a host of crafts beers to wash down burgers such as the Firestarter, Hot Chick and Gangnam Style, this little gourmet joint has a nice buzz about…
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
Korean cuisine, while delicious, can overwhelm with punchiness. Min's Kitchen opts for fresh, delicate flavours in dishes such as shrimp bibimbap. The…
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