Nong Khiaw
With Bach floating across the wood floors and a herd of African elephants thundering silently towards you on the mural, Delilah's satisfies your comfort…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
Ubud
This bale (open-sided pavilion) in front of the Adiwana Resort Jembawan is an exemplar of Bali chic, with an attractive colour scheme, well-spaced tables,…
Sabah
This family-run joint on Bavang Jamal Beach is popular for its nasi goreng, fresh fish, chicken wings and barbecued food. Whatever's been caught finds its…
Ko Pha-Ngan
Travellers still rave about the pizza here – little wonder given the staff and the stone oven were reportedly brought over from Italy – and the al dente…
Cebu City
Occupying a leafy compound just blocks from the Ayala Center, La Buona is for those looking to enjoy la dolce vita in Cebu. The likes of Italian-style…
Bangkok
Zanotti has a well-deserved reputation for Italian dishes. The dark wood and framed paintings of the gentlemen’s-club-like dining room set the scene,…
Battambang
Travellers love this cosy spot for its relaxed ambience and tasty vegetarian options, including the recommended Spanish omelette and tofu burger. Those…
Ko Tao
Off the radar of the island’s tourist traffic, ‘Uncle Pae’ sits on a terrace in hilly jungle with views over the blue sea below. The speciality here is…
Hanoi
Busy New Day attracts locals, expats and travellers alike with its broad menu. The eager staff always find space for new diners, so look forward to…
El Nido
In-the-know travellers flock to this nondescript open-air eatery on the road to Corong Corong for the best fresh-cooked Pinoy eats in town. It's all sarap…
Phuket
The signs say ‘Broken English spoken here perfect’, but the ever-popular Mr Kobi speaks English very well. He handles the drinks, while Malee deals with…
George Town
In a city with such amazing local food it feels wrong to recommend a Mexican restaurant, but the folks at Holy Guacamole are doing an admirable job…
Kuala Lumpur
At lunch, pick from the steamed baskets of dim sum being wheeled in carts at this classy, old-fashioned Chinese joint. The extensive menu includes…
Central Sulawesi
If it's mujair you want (it is), look no further. Choose your live talapia to be grilled, fried, or boiled in a bowl of vegetables. Chicken and prawns are…
Yangon
One of the most popular of the many barbecue restaurants on busy 19th St. The barbecue is available in the evenings only; pick from the skewers on display…
North Bali
The closest thing Pemuteran has to a party bar, Joe's has a dash of vintage style. Enjoy a seafood meal sitting around an old boat in the open-air dining…
Kuala Lumpur
Mohamed Zaini comes from a long line of satay-stall owners – his grandfather was known as the 'King of Satay' in the 1960s – and these days KLites…
Siem Reap
This popular not-for-profit cafe on lively St 26 supports education projects and community initiatives in Siem Reap. The menu includes an eclectic range…
Phuket
This is a popular Italian-run roadside cafe tucked away near Karon's temple. Homebaked cakes and pastries, cooked breakfasts, ciabatta and focaccia…
Bangkok
This stylish white-tablecloth place does tasty versions of all of the Lebanese standards you could possibly imagine, plus quite a few dishes you’d never…
Kuta & Legian
The best of the beachfront restaurants on Legian’s car-free strip, Mozzarella serves Italian fare that's more authentic than most. Fresh fish also…
Ko Phi-Phi
Here’s some real-deal Thai food – cheap, tasty and spicy – served in heaping portions. It has your basil and chilli, all the curries, sôm·đam and đôm yam…
Kanchanaburi
The menu at this little roadside restaurant is split between Thai and Western food, from green curry to grilled Norwegian salmon to wood-fired pizza that…
Ko Samet
Better than most of the beachfront restaurants on this popular beach, this is a romantic place for dinner, with tables almost lapped by the waves. Don't…
West Sumatra
To sample Bukittinggi's famed nasi Kapau, head to Pasar Lereng where Ni Er, among other food stalls, offers an assortment of ready-cooked dishes such as…
Seminyak
As sprightly as a chilli-accented salsa, this open-fronted casual cafe is known for its babi guling tacos. Obviously merging Bali's iconic suckling pig…
West Timor
A tiny, delicious menu served in a big, dining-room space. This rumah makan boasts some of the best tempe and tofu in Nusa Tengarra, a giant serve that…
East Bali
The restaurant at Meditasi offers tasty organic fare, much of it sourced from its own garden. The Balinese and Western dishes (mainly pastas) are enjoyed…
Can Tho
On a street with plenty of eating options, this is one of the better and larger com chay (vegetarian) eateries in the city. The vegetable, rice and mock…
Kuching
Six food stalls, run by members of the Teochew Chinese community, serve up an eclectic assortment of native bites, including rice porridge with pork (3am…
Bayon Pastry School Coffee Shop
Siem Reap
The Bayon Pastry School has played host to British celebrity chef Nadiya Hussein on her journey of self-discovery in Cambodia, and the coffee shop is the…
Phitsanulok
There are several Thai-Muslim cafes near the Pakistan Mosque on Th Phra Ong Dam, and this is the biggest and best of them. Thick roh·đee (crispy dough …
Manila
Also known as Amah (Grandma) Pilar's after its founding matriarch, this Chinatown institution has been serving its trademark ku-tsai-ah (Chinese empanadas…
Little India & Kampong Glam
One of the most refined of the more upmarket Indian restaurants that line this end of Race Course Rd, this small restaurant with excellent service offers…
Battambang
Much more than just a bakery, Green Mango serves salads, sandwiches and delicious appetisers like hummus and black-bean nachos to complement its coffee…
Ko Pha-Ngan
Thong Sala’s terrific food market is a must for those looking for doses of culture while nibbling on low-priced street food. Wander the galaxy of stalls…
Malapascua Island
Head to this wet market just inland from Bounty Beach for affordable, fresh seafood including squid, shrimp, mussels and fish ranging from red snapper to…
Penang
Located at the top of Penang Hill, this restaurant has an open-air terrace that's probably the island's most atmospheric destination for colonial-style…
Phang-Nga Province
Seafood from around the world is the theme at Esenzi, the latest incarnation of the acclaimed restaurant at the exclusive Iniala Beach House. The menu…
Ho Chi Minh City
This simple-looking spot looks like it belongs in a Mekong Delta village rather then inner Saigon, with its thatched roof, chunky wooden tables and…
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