Solo
A landmark on Jl Slamet Riyadi, this open-air food court with dozens of brightly lit stalls is known for its local specialties. Some, such as nasi gudeg …
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
George Town
On the surface, this is very much your typical shop serving nasi kandar (rice with South Asian Muslim–influenced curries). We don't particularly recommend…
Melaka City
The decor of this stylish cafe is understated, but the same can't be said for its colourful cake display, which is almost decadent in its abundance –…
Bangkok
These two adjacent hangar-like buildings tucked behind Soi 10 are the main lunchtime fuelling stations for the area’s office staff. Cheap choices range…
Phuket
There's no beach view, but local expats swear by this quiet, simple place with a handful of tables sprinkled across the patio of a family home. Mam's…
Bangkok
Somboon, a hectic old-school seafood hall with a solid reputation, is known for doing the best curry-powder crab in town. Soy-steamed sea bass (þlah grà…
Myanmar (Burma)
Owner Banyar Aung learned to make Korean food while working at various restaurants in Kuala Lumpur (it's a roundabout kind of story!), then returned home…
Ko Pha-Ngan
Emerging from swaying palms, this mock-Tudor mirage, transported from the English countryside and dropped into the steamy jungle, is one black pudding…
Kuala Lumpur
Sometimes you just need a fresh salad – Fin's poke bowls tick that box very nicely. The cafe shares a minimalist, airy space with the baristas of Room 103.
Tra Vinh
This unfancy local institution is known for its Tra Vinh speciality dish, bun nuoc leo, a Khmer-style, rice-noodle soup with Chinese and Vietnamese…
Kalimantan
This sprawling riverside place is like a mini-village of individual thatched pondoks linked by boardwalks, along which waiters scurry with trays of…
Dalat
All your subcontinental favourites are here – tandoori chicken, South Indian coconut curries, huge nan breads and set-meal thalis (180,000d to 210,000d) –…
Kratie
Look out for Cambodia's largest tokae (gecko) on the wall to find this excellent little eatery. The menu offers a good mix of cheap Cambodian dishes, such…
Hanoi
This hip restaurant-lounge has a real vibe as well as great cooking. The front and rear courtyards feature living green walls of real plants, giving a…
Hanoi
This Tay Ho terrace cafe with a Mexican tinge ticks all the right boxes: a mellow buzz and a creative, healthy menu of delicious sandwiches and salads…
Banglamphu
This classic Bangkok eatery serves tasty Thai-Muslim dishes such as roti, gaang mát·sà·màn ('Muslim curry'), biryani, tart fish curry and má·đà·bà (deep…
Nusa Tenggara
Before you turn down Jl Suka Maju to reach Alor Dive, stop at this fantastic local haunt. Make a beeline for the counter, piled with sayur (vegetables),…
Dalat
Strategically located almost opposite Dalat's most popular tourist sight, Hang Nga Crazy House, this partially open-air, artfully decorated garden bistro…
Yangon
The tables are spread across two cramped floors at this always busy eatery behind City Hall. The menu includes Shàn k’auq swèh (thin rice noodles in a…
Yangon
In a quiet residential neighbourhood, this breezy open-air restaurant and bar under a covered patio is a relaxing place to put the cares of Yangon behind…
Imm Aim Vegetarian and Bike Cafe
Chiang Mai
This vegetarian place was originally opened as a sister restaurant to Pun Pun. Although it is now independent, the manager still sometimes buys vegetables…
Semarang
Almost opposite the Gereja Blenduk church, this sunken storefront is packed with locals from opening till closing time. Why? Because it serves the best…
Northern Laos
Cranky-Ts has a stylish red-wine-coloured and exposed-brick interior, with the eponymous owner creating mouth-watering salads, sashimi, smoked-salmon…
Ho Chi Minh City
In the shadow of Ho Chi Minh City's tallest building, Rice Field creates a rural atmosphere on its verandah, with rice plants growing against a backdrop…
Miri
Authentic Thai flavours shine at this place, opened in 2018. Once the staff have dragged themselves away from watching Thai soap operas on their…
Pulau Langkawi
A relaxed, friendly cafe housed in a spacious, open-sided wooden structure constructed and furnished by the artistic owners using recycled materials…
Kuta & Legian
The gaudy sign outside leaves no doubt that this posh hotel restaurant springs from the empire of Australian chef Robert Marchetti. Inside you'll find a…
Singapore
The stunning but dark atmosphere at this eatery is so moody you just want to nurse sake all night. Thankfully, the food will lift your spirits…
Sanur
Housed in a traditional wooden building, this cafe offers a tasty mix of comfort food like burgers and freshly baked goods such as ciabatta. Snuggle up to…
Labuan Bajo
Set above Bajo's main drag, this wooden restaurant is ideal for those who wish to dip their toe into local food. Vegetables are cheap, but paying by piece…
Hua Hin & the Upper Gulf
There are both budget and beautiful restaurants along the coastal road, but some of the best food in Pak Nam Pran is in the town at this tall restaurant…
Hat Patong
This spectacularly positioned, smart Italian restaurant serves generous portions of deliciously creamy pasta, gourmet pizza and meat and seafood mains…
Little India & Kampong Glam
This no-frills corner eatery is arguably the best place in Little India to sample freshly baked chapati. Choose from a string of curries, displayed buffet…
Northern Laos
The relaxing riverside setting complements some of the most authentic northern Lao cuisine on offer. From five-dish menus for two or three people to one…
Seng Kee Black Chicken Herbal Soup
Singapore
Hot tropical nights, buzzing crowds and obscenely good Chinese-Malay street food collide at Seng Kee Black Chicken Herbal Soup, the best of a row of…
Medan
If you haven't had the chance to sample babi panggang Karo then head here to try this Karo Batak specialty. Comprising barbecue pork and an assortment of…
East Java
For over 70 years Bik Ati has been perfecting its house special, nasirawon (black beef soup with rice). The secret to the taste is the inclusion of keluak…
West Bali
Down a small lane 100m back from the beach, this inviting restaurant with a grassy lawn feels a bit like you've come to a mate's backyard for a barbecue…
Manila
This is a sleek Japanese izakaya (drinking spot) run by a Filipino chef in Makati's arty Guijo St neighbourhood. There are fancy cocktails and Japanese…
Hoi An
Spice Viet Restaurant puts a fresh spin on traditional Vietnamese food by using mainly locally-sourced, organic products. The menu of Vietnamese classics…
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