Padangbai
A laid-back vibe (sometimes a bit too laid back in terms of its service) and a huge menu of Western and Indonesian food await at this beach shack bar…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
Ko Tao
Bringing a tear to the eyes of homesick Brits, Greasy Spoon stays true to its name by offering a variety of heart-clogging English breakfast fare such as…
Manila
The Corner Tree provides a tranquil escape from busy Jupiter St, not to mention heavenly vegetarian fare that even diehard meat-eaters will love. The…
Singapore
A Russian coffee house in Singapore? Thumbs up for uniqueness. Tuck into tender beef (marinaded for 24 hours), chicken, lamb, prawn or pork shashliks or a…
Chinatown
Hua Seng Hong’s varied menu, including braised goose feet, seafood hotpot, soft-shell crab in curry powder, crab fried rice and a variety of noodles,…
Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay
Enjoy the view of the bird's-nest lobby as you head up for a feast of contemporary Cantonese delicacies. Dim sum connoisseurs can stuff themselves silly…
Kep
Kep Sur Mer is slightly more upscale than most others in the crab-market scene, yet is still great value. The crab cakes and crab amok (a baked seafood…
South Lombok
This seaside cafe at Sempiak Villas keeps it simple with Indo classics for lunch and dinner, though the setting is anything but. You'll dine in a fancy…
Pattaya
One of Pattaya’s most famous seafood restaurants spreads across both sides of Walking St. The massive range of dishes (including plenty of Western options…
Northern Laos
Halfway down Main St, welcoming Meem has wood floors and plenty of lounging cushions, and serves up flavoursome Lao and Indian fare, including delicious…
Banda Aceh
For a taste of Acehenese cuisine head to the city's most famous warung, where local workers and bigwigs (Joko Widowi included) come at lunchtime to feast…
Malang
Occupying a large corner plot, this upmarket place has a garden terrace, strung with oh-so-many Christmas lights. Its enormous menu offers flavoursome…
Vigan
For quick, cheap Ilocano fare, check out the collection of street stalls that lines Florentino St along Plaza Burgos. These specialise in local empanadas…
West Java
Specialising in soto mie (a rich noodle soup), this simple place does such a roaring trade that you might have to queue for a table. Word is that the soto…
Stellar Grounds Food & Art Park
Puerto Princesa
At this this beautifully designed oasis, seamlessly entwined with a grove of acacia trees smack dab in the middle of town, upscale street food mixes with…
Siquijor
The weird and wonderful Triad is perched on a hill above Larena like a giant Jesus-themed UFO. The food is nothing special, but you'll hardly notice with…
Gili Trawangan
There comes that moment when another nasi goreng will just make you turn nasty. Don't delay, hop right on over to this expanded cafe that's not much…
Kuala Lumpur
Lot 10 was the first mall to encourage top hawkers to open branches in its basement food court. Popular stalls include Soong Kee, which has served beef…
Ko Tao
Delicious, fresh bowls of vegetarian dishes such as the Mexican, Japanese, Wellness and Power come full of goodness and detox qualities at this fun,…
Ko Tao
This corner cafe a few steps away from the pier is an excellent choice to down a French, full English or diver's breakfast and watch the morning Ko Tao…
Kuala Lumpur
You can see the fresh bread being taken out of the oven at this appealing bakery, cake shop and cafe in a quiet part of the city centre. The outdoor patio…
Ko Samet
At the end of the street near the national-park post, Funky Monkey is regarded by many as making Ko Samet's best pizza. It certainly does a satisfying…
Kuala Lumpur
A popular operation from Singapore, Wild Honey's KL branch conjures up the kind of chic living room environment that is just made for leisurely all-day…
Kuala Lumpur
Self-taught French chef Nathalie has built a solid reputation over the years for her inventive, fusion and nouvelle cuisine dishes. Her cooking studio is…
Koh Rong
Pick up the unmistakable scent of Thai spices and follow your nose down an alley to this outdoor spot where authentic curries, tom yum and stir-fry are…
Siem Reap
When it comes to cheap Khmer eats, Psar Chaa market has plenty of food stalls on the northwestern side, all with signs and menus in English. These are…
Jakarta
Small Indonesian chain inspired by New York; the decor is French brasserie meets art deco. There's a bakery selling fresh loaves and sourdough, plus a…
Senggigi
The name means 'biological mother' and that's just who's doing the work at this barely there, open-air roadside cafe. No-compromises Indonesian cooking is…
Banglamphu
You've conquered the deep-fried scorpion, now wrangle with poutine: French fries topped with cheese curds and gravy. Run by guys from Québec, this is the…
West Papua
It's worth the drive for an al fresco feast at this beloved hotel restaurant, where seafood, Chinese and Indonesia dishes feature prominently. The fish…
South Lombok
That a Scottish-owned, vaguely Greek seafood restaurant is one of Kuta's best speaks volumes for where the dining scene is at. At this small, arched…
Northern Laos
This small eatery doubles as the only bar in town with a selection of more than just the ubiquitous Beerlao. The French-Lao owners offer cocktails to boat…
Ipoh
Occasional visitors to Ipoh head to Lou Wong and other famous purveyors of chicken bean sprouts, but ask a local and they might just direct you to Cowan…
Northern Laos
This main-street cafe is a sweet spot for homemade treats like apple pie, pecan pie and blueberry pie. It's also a top choice for coffee thanks to its…
Sulawesi
An array of bamboo pondok (shaded platforms often found in rice paddies) arranged around aquaculture ponds give this place a relaxed feel. The food is…
Kanchanaburi Province
Our favourite scenic dining in Sangkhlaburi, this resort restaurant is perched above the Mon bridge with a view stretching deep back over the lake…
Manila
Mantra represents the very best of contemporary Indian cuisine in the Philippine capital, serving divine dhal and other vegetarian dishes and plenty of…
Borobudur
This tranquil cafe and art gallery, with outdoor decking overlooking rice paddies, is a great spot for Javanese coffee and a cold beer. Or roll up at…
Gunung Mulu National Park
The Good Luck 'Cave'fe' Mulu (geddit?) is located right outside the park gates and stays open later than the park cafe, making it a good dinner option if…
Phnom Penh
A stylish American diner, this is incredibly popular with Phnom Penh expats in the know. The 16in pizzas are the largest in town, plus there's a dedicated…
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