Myanmar (Burma)
Standing proud at the head of the Meiktila dining scene, this clean and inviting place one block south of the Mandalay–Yangon Hwy, whips up catfish with…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
George Town
One side of this seaside food centre is called 'Islam' and serves halal Malay food, and the other is called 'Cina' and serves Chinese and Malay…
Gili Trawangan
A whimsical little pastel shack where you can order delicious smoothie bowls, iced lattes, burgers or local bites (try the chicken rendang!). Sit upstairs…
Original Conching's Native Chicken
Davao
A whole chicken and a bucket of beers. What's not to like? Celebrities apparently are on board. Their photos are plastered on one wall of this otherwise…
Danang Region
This seafood restaurant is very popular with Vietnamese families on weekends and holidays, but is usually quiet otherwise. Eat right over the water in one…
Phnom Penh
One of the only cafes in town to roast and grind its own coffee, with responsibly sourced blends that are a fusion of Cambodian, Lao and Thai coffee beans…
Teng Wun Bakery & Confectionery
Malaysia
A popular purveyor of kaya (coconut-cream jam) puffs and durian cakes since 1979, Teng Wun uses fresh pandan and durian to make cloud-like cupcakes and…
Ko Chang
Lonely Beach's very popular main-street seafood restaurant is set up like a market stall with plastic chairs and tables under a canopy and whole fish…
Siem Reap
Crocodile, snake, ostrich and kangaroo meat add an exotic twist to the traditional phnom pleung (hill of fire) grills. Cambodian BBQ has spawned half a…
Ho Chi Minh City
Tacos, burritos and enchiladas all feature at this colourful restaurant where the decor features cacti and lucha libre (Mexican wrestling) masks. Well…
Manila
Blink and you'll miss this hippy, trippy Rumi–inspired cafe specialising in delicious vegan sandwiches and fair-trade coffee from Benguet in North Luzon…
Pattaya
This long-running vegetarian and vegan restaurant has a loyal following and is close to the action. It's a tiny place but kept spotless, and has air-con…
Kota Kinabalu
This popular restaurant fairly buzzes with an army of bandanna-wrapped staff waiting on your every need. Good homemade pasta, great pizzas, Roman statues …
Ko Tao
This rustic choice offers a healthy array of salads using fresh ingredients, with a good supply of vegetarian and vegan options and sticky desserts to…
Ko Tao
You may have to wait in line at this popular burger bar that does a decent trade in Sairee. There's around a half-dozen burgers (cheese, double cheese,…
Sanur
Unlike many of Bali's babi guling (spit-roast pig) places that buy their suckling pigs precooked from large suppliers, this small outlet does all its…
Hanoi
Do yourself a favour and reserve a window table at the Hanoi branch of this legendary Hong Kong dim sum chain, high above the city on the 36th floor of…
Hue
Owner-photographer Mr Cu, whose inspirational pictures adorn the walls, has been hosting backpackers for years, and his relaxed restaurant has lots of…
Lovina
Enjoy Lovina's best cup of coffee amid groceries at this upmarket deli a short walk from the centre. The croissants and German breads are baked fresh…
Ninh Binh
Expect very large portions, options for vegetarians, and a warm welcome from the host family at this busy little place that's popular with travellers. The…
Kalimantan
A unique local institution, these streetside outdoor benches set up in the evening and are generally packed with people who believe dinner should be a…
Prachuap Khiri Khan
Sweet Freeze's tiny shack doles out refreshing scoops of homemade ice cream in standard flavours like strawberry yoghurt and Belgian chocolate. You can…
Tra Vinh
South of the centre, this informal joint is justifiably popular with locals for its nem nuong – roll-your-own rice-paper rolls filled with pork sausage,…
Tam Coc
Our pick of the family-owned restaurants along the Tam Coc strip. Good goat dishes – you're in Ninh Binh after all – and cheap rice and noodle dishes when…
Battambang
Sample some delicious savoury French crêpes at this hole-in-the-wall eatery. These are Breton-style buckwheat flour pancakes and are gluten free and…
Vientiane
This contemporary bakery has a friendly, air-con-chilled atmosphere and a cornucopia of lush salads and bespoke subs and bagels. It also serves brownies,…
West Bali
Near the highway on the Medewi side road, guesthouse Mai Malu is a popular (and almost the only) hang-out. The modern, breezy upstairs cafe serves crowd…
Ubud
Located in the grounds of the studio/residence of the late Dutch painter Han Snel, this romantic outdoor Italian restaurant has a beautiful setting…
Flores
Not to be confused with other Lucas venues in the street, this one is on the 2nd storey of a wooden building. Yellow ceiling beams and painted tables up…
Ko Samui
This restaurant faces the sea and serves tasty, filling Western and Thai food. Time it right and you can find yourself dining to a glorious sunset. It's…
Siem Reap
Hidden away but worth the search, this traditional Khmer restaurant is set in the backstreets of Wat Preah Inkosei. The menu includes regional…
Singapore
Tucked away inside laid-back Changi Village Hawker Centre, this humble stall is justifiably famous for its beautifully crisp, golden banana fritters. We…
Boracay
Long-time White Beach favorite Aria serves Italian food with herbs and other ingredients sourced from its organic garden on the island. It has excellent…
Nong Khiaw
This large, open rattan-and-wood restaurant serves very tasty locally sourced Lao food. The láhp here will put a bounce in your taste buds, while the…
Pai
There's a big wine list at this upmarket, brick-walled, cement-floored, European-style bistro. The menu is what you'd expect: well-presented Mediterranean…
Ko Tao
With marble tabletops, wall mirrors and good grooves, chirpy Cappuccino’s decor is somewhere between New York deli and French brasserie – it’s a fine…
Yangon
This typical Burmese teahouse serves decent steamed buns and noodles, baked cakes and pastries, and the usual range of teas.
Kuching
Under a large verandah and cooled by a fleet of helicopter fans, this cafe serves some of Kuching’s best Sarawak laksa. There are also stalls selling…
Pai
The slightly eccentric Na – who doesn't always open her restaurant daily – cooks her Thai and Northern Thai dishes with love and serves them up in a no…
Brunei Darussalam
The pick of Bangar eateries, Afsara is responsible for excellent roti kosong – flaky without being greasy – with a dhal and a curry to dip it into, as…
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