Yangon
Specialising in tasty galettes and crepes, Ô'Thentic is an affordable and pleasant spot in which to linger in the trendy Yaw Min Gyi district. The menu…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
Chiang Mai
Yes, the modern black decor and gigantic, golden candelabra-style chandeliers are interesting, pastas and mains innovative and cocktails addictive – but…
Canggu
There's a farm-to-table ethos at this popular restaurant that focuses on steaks, with a supporting cast of seafood, cured meats, cheeses and local produce…
Luang Prabang
Excellent set menus (including a veggie option) span five top-quality Lao dishes, allowing a single diner to create the subtle palate of flavours that you…
Labuan Bajo
This inviting spot has something for everyone, including vegans. Staff are trained in the art of sushi, with everything from udon noodles to gyoza made…
Mandalay
Brightly lit, this simple but historic thick-walled colonial-era-merchant's building houses central Mandalay's most popular upmarket curry eatery. There's…
Siem Reap
For a slice of local life, head to the Road 60 Night Market located on the side of the road near the main Angkor ticket checkpoint. Stallholders set up…
Pattaya
Diners at this partially glassed-in beachfront spot lounge in couches on the candle-lit sand as waiters deliver seafood, pizza and steaks. The quality of…
Manila
This serious coffee shop doubles as a wholesaler of single-origin beans and La Marzocco equipment. It's in a bright, airy space with a roasting area out…
Siem Reap
This vegan spot serves up raw organically sourced superfood bowls and cleansing juices such as the cashew, date, Himalayan salt, vanilla bean and…
Seminyak
One of Seminyak's most popular restaurants, this stylish warehouse-sized space is split into levels, with photographs hanging from exposed brick walls…
Malaysia
Five-star service complements award-winning food at The Olive. It's eye-wateringly expensive by Malaysian standards, but complaints melt away as readily…
Banglamphu
One of Khao San’s longest-running Israeli restaurants, Shoshana might resemble your grandparents’ living room right down to the tacky wall art and plastic…
Yogyakarta
This Dutch-owned cafe is a cool little hang-out, with awesome coffee, cold beers (happy 'hour' is from noon to 7pm) and an interesting menu of vegetarian…
Sanur
You don't need a menu at this local favourite: all you can order is its legendary barbecued fish (ikan laut goreng), which comes with various sides and…
Labuan Bajo
If you have a predilection for local food, seek out this family-run warung with pink and blue walls. There's no English menu, but pictures on posters help…
Bangkok
This leafy greenhouse is the antithesis of the steel structures in central Silom and a welcome respite from the heat for daytime dining. Dishes include…
Siem Reap
One of the best-value Khmer restaurants in the downtown area, Pot & Pan specialises in well-presented, authentic dishes at affordable prices. The menu…
Panglao Island
A great spot for a healthy lunch or light meal, this organic farm makes for a lovely excursion, 7km from Alona. Try the farm-fresh salads and soups, stir…
Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay
Don’t let the casual izakaya (Japanese pub) appearance fool you, this tiny restaurant is strictly for those seeking an exquisite Japanese dining…
Senggigi
An upscale restaurant with beautifully crafted seating and a menu that features Western and Indonesian fusion fare. The cooking is a cut above the local…
Ubud
High style amid the rice fields. This curving teak, bamboo and thatch pavilion is a favourite of Ubud's expats for a drink. Lassies, smoothies, coffee…
Taiping
An eclectic menu, from Malaysian kopitiam (coffee shop) classics via fish and chips to bacon bruschetta and the occasional 'paleo' option, keeps things…
Ko Chang
This sweet little cafe, stuffed with old retro couches and artworks, is as much a cocktail bar and teahouse as a place to sit down to a big meal. Locally…
Kuala Lumpur
Overlooking the koi pond and lake at Sentul Park, and very romantic at night when lit by flickering candles, Samira serves excellent Thai and Vietnamese…
Aceh
A popular fixture along Iboih Beach, Dee Dee cooks up an eclectic selection of dishes, from excellent homemade chapatti with guacamole to pasta dishes,…
Kuala Lumpur
Superb dim sum (try the barbecue chicken buns, which melt in the mouth) are served at lunch in this upmarket restaurant, and an extensive array of…
Luang Prabang
L'Elephant serves some of the most sophisticated cuisine in the city in a renovated villa with wooden floors, stucco pillars, stencilled ochre walls and…
Myanmar (Burma)
One of the capital's best restaurants not set in a hotel, Tai Kitchen whips up delicious chicken basil, whole steamed fish with lemon, Shan-style spare…
Labuan Bajo
There are plenty of Padang restaurants at the southern end of Jl Soekarno Hatta, but Garuda is our pick. Point-and-order from the stacked window display:…
Jakarta
With modern, Scandi-esque design incorporating pastel tones and plants in terrariums, this cute spot around the corner from Barack Obama's old school…
Kuta & Legian
In a hot tropical place, what is better than ice cream? The soft-serve treats here come from a well-known Korean brand renowned for its rich, creamy…
West Bali
An extended family runs several neighbouring iterations of this cafe, which serves a local dish Gilimanuk is known for: betutu chicken, a spicy form of…
Bukit Peninsula
This two-level cafe has a long menu of healthy options. Sandwiches and the tasty burgers have amazing buns. The salads, soups, breakfast burritos and more…
Ubud
Superb Indian fare (the pappadums crackle!) is served by attentive staff in this airy upstairs restaurant. But the real appeal is the long cocktail list…
Kota Kinabalu
By far the best place in town to try authentic laksa, this place gets totally packed during lunchtime. You'll be directed to your plastic seat with…
Yangon
This stylish, popular restaurant and lounge bar offers its own take on Japanese and Korean food, including yakitori (barbecue), ramen and spicy Korean…
Ubud
Foodies book months in advance to sample the tasting menus at this temple to modern gastronomy. Flavours are fresh, bold and often unorthodox;…
Seminyak
Fat Gajah is all about dumplings and noodles, prepared with mostly organic ingredients. They come fried or steamed with innovative fillings such as beef…
Labuan Bajo
Bajo town's most atmospheric dinner spot. Waterfront stalls with hand-painted names are fronted by tables of fresh seafood, with others specialising in…
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