Siem Reap
Arguably the best of Siem Reap's numerous Indian restaurants, Dakshin's serves up a delicious butter chicken alongside the highlights of northern and…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
Trang Beaches & Islands
Tuck into lightly spiced Thai curries and simple noodle favourites on a breezy beachside terrace at the excellent restaurant at Yataa Island Resort. If…
Myanmar (Burma)
The same seafood and Chinese-Burmese dishes offered by all Ngwe Saung restaurants are supplemented here, between October and May, by reasonable pizza and…
Vientiane
Named after a now-defunct cinema in the centre of town, this retro-themed restaurant has a cinematic theme and restored leather chairs from the old movie…
Cat Ba Island
At this 'floating' fish-farm-meets-restaurant at Ben Beo Pier, select your seafood from the pen and it will be grilled, fried or steamed in no time…
Seminyak
It's like you died and went to comfort-food heaven. The burgers here are beloved as are the onion rings, fries, shakes and more. There are all manner of…
The Southern Islands
Run by long-time Cambodia expat Emma, this vegan-friendly little bakery behind the beach serves Aussie cafe fare like avocado on toast and flat whites…
Hua Hin
A lovely open-air spot on the edge of the Centara Grand, Hagi is considered to be the best Japanese in Hua Hin; not that there's much competition. There…
Chiang Mai Province
The go-to place in Tha Ton for northern Thai–style eats. There's no English-language menu; simply point to whatever pot or item on the grill looks tasty…
Siem Reap
The name pays homage to Cambodia’s national dish, amok (baked fish), and this is indeed a fine place to try steamed fish curry in banana leaf or, better…
Phnom Penh
A Phnom Penh institution. No, happy doesn’t mean it comes with free toppings, it means pizza à la ganja. The nonmarijuana pizzas are also pretty good, but…
Singapore
This tiny bolt-hole has an epic reputation. People head here from all over the city for a bowl of its obscenely fresh, silky bean curd (opt for it warm)…
Eastern Cambodia
The international menu at this stylish and air-conditioned cafe breaks the mould with a delicious hummus platter, lip-smacking homemade cakes, breakfast…
Southeast Luzon
Although styled on an American diner, with booth seating, memorabilia, and nachos, fries and hot dogs on the menu, Tio Jose also does a fine line in…
Phitsanulok
Despite the name, this isn't really a vegetarian restaurant. But you can build your own salad and there is a veggie burger. Most of the dishes on the menu…
Bicol
One of the more upmarket independent restaurants on the Magsaysay strip, Red Platter is semiformal in atmosphere but high quality in presentation. The…
Siem Reap
Spice up your life with Mexican food and margaritas at this long-running place, strategically situated opposite Psar Chaa for great people-watching. It…
Bicol
For an authentic experience of Bicol food, Waway is a local institution (often booked with tour groups) for its splendid lunchtime buffet of spicy coconut…
Manila
This unassuming eatery has acquired cult status and is a de-rigueur stop on any tour of historic Escolta St. In addition to ice cream (try the nine-scoop…
Yogyakarta
This brightly lit, local-style restaurant specialises in turmeric-rubbed, fried chicken. Dishes are impossibly cheap and improbably good. Little wonder…
Cebu City
A popular pick for a lechón fix, with several branches around the city. This place in the heart of town offers a platter of classic or boneless lechón for…
Yangon
This famous place is a great breakfast stop before or after visiting Shwedagon Paya. It specialises in mohinga (thin rice noodles in a spicy fish broth,…
Manila
This is where the creatives at the HUB get their caffeine fix and work on their laptops to soothing coffee-presser sounds. It's crisp and cool with an…
Koh Rong
Occupying a lovely patch of Long Set Beach, this is a great place to relax and watch the waves lap the shore while enjoying splendid Thai food at rock…
Gili Trawangan
Scallywags offers casual yet stylish beach decor, polished glassware, switched-on service and superb cocktails. The dinner menu features tasty seafood –…
Sabah
Handily opposite the ferry terminal, Sharifah fills up with locals who come for the flaky roti prepared a dozen ways, murtabak filled with sardines,…
Kuching
This lively bar-restaurant has a range of draught and bottled beers plus wine and cocktails. Also available are decent Western, Asian and fusion dishes…
Manado
This popular Indo-Chinese restaurant does excellent pork dishes (try it barbecued or go for the pork belly) and seafood (perhaps crab, plucked live from…
Bantayan Island
Lively spot on a corner plot that's deservedly popular for its food – a mixture of Asian dishes and Scandinavian specialities: try the Swedish meatballs …
Singapore
Dim sum is the speciality of this branch of the popular Crystal Jade chain, especially the Shanghai xiao long bao (soup dumplings) – careful the soup…
Ko Pha-Ngan
Drop in at scenically situated JJ's come sunset to swoon at the stirring visuals of young, replanted mangrove trees at Ao Wok Tum while devouring tasty…
Ko Samui
Colourful, efficient and friendly Kangaroo serves excellent Thai and Western dishes, and a wealth of succulent seafood, including shark steak, barracuda…
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Dine on grilled and steamed de (goat) – try the goat with lemongrass – at this riverside spot in Son Trach. Other options include spicy chicken and ice…
Nha Trang
This intimate place is perfect for a budget veggie feed with good seaweed fried rice, bitter melon salad and green mango salads. The bamboo seating and…
North Bali
Excellent coffee, plus juices and tasty cakes, make this spotless cafe a good place for a pause any time. There's a short menu of sandwiches and salads,…
Lampang
On some nights it can seem like everybody in Lampang is here – expect to wait for a table on the upstairs terrace. The wait is understandable, however, as…
Phnom Penh
This cafe-cum-restaurant-cum-bar is a bite-sized slice of sophistication next to the chaos of the Russian Market. Come in the morning for fair-trade…
Moalboal
It does what it says on the sign – French coffee – well, it serves Italian-style coffee too…plus shakes, crêpes, baguettes, breakfasts and salads. There's…
Boracay
This open-air Mediterranean restaurant and mellow beach bar feature beanbag chairs on the sand, a massive tropical drinks menu, ambient grooves, shisha…
Kuala Lumpur
This late-night supper hotspot on the edge of Chow Kit is a bare-bones joint famous for its thicker take on bak kut teh (chilli-infused pork curry stew),…
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