Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia

  • Cafe Espresso

    Kampot

    It's worth the trip to this cafe on the outskirts of town. The owners are real foodies and offer a global menu that traipses from vegetarian quesadillas…

  • Gusto

    East Bali

    Don't be put off by the unusual mix of cuisines on Gusto's menu (Indonesian, Italian and Hungarian) – the chefs have mastered them all. Serving the best…

  • Kopi Mpat

    Borobudur

    A true 'Garden of Java', this idyllic cafe is well hidden away in a stunning location among landscaped rice paddies, natural springs and dreamy mountain…

  • Pizza Khirikhan

    Prachuap Khiri Khan

    Bong, Pizza Khirikhan's owner, has put lots of love into his tiki-style restaurant. The former location – a beach hut – has been re-created with palm…

  • Joloko

    Kuala Lumpur

    Wall murals by local tattoo artist Apoh Apoh adorn the walls, DJs and live reggae bands entertain the crowds on weekends, and barman Rick concocts kick…

  • Moksa

    Ubud

    Based at its own permaculture farm, Moksa shows that extraordinary meals can be created with vegetables prepared simply. Half the dishes are raw, half…

  • Lert Ros

    Chiang Mai

    As you enter this local hole in the wall, you'll pass the main course: delicious whole tilapia fish, grilled on coals and served with a fiery Isan-style…

  • Kafe

    Ubud

    This is the type of place that Ubud does particularly well. Attractive decor, laid-back vibe, friendly staff and healthy food are the hallmarks, and…

  • Bag of Beans

    Around Manila

    Dine among hanging angel's trumpets, begonias and other exotic flowering plants on the garden patio of this superb bakery-restaurant specialising in…

  • El Nido Boutique & Art Café

    El Nido

    Everyone ends up here at some point, and rightfully so. The large 2nd-storey dining room is a relaxed place to eat, drink and get your bearings…

  • Mingalabar Myanmar Restaurant

    Mandalay

    This massive, two-storey, traveller-friendly favourite doubles as a traditional Burmese pick-and-pig-out kind of spot, or you can sit down and order by…

  • Bep Me In

    Ho Chi Minh City

    At the rear of a nail-bar alley near Ben Thanh Market, this superb resto offers rustic, honest dishes from rural Vietnam in hip surrounds. On the ground…

  • MadeInItaly

    Labuan Bajo

    Bajo's best Italian is known for superb thin-crust pizza and fresh pasta. Sit in a stylish, semi-open dining room or air-conditioned cellar with river…

  • Lung Eed

    Chiang Rai

    One of Chiang Rai’s most delicious dishes is available at this simple, friendly shophouse restaurant. There’s an English-language menu on the wall, but…

  • Sisterfields

    Seminyak

    Trendy Sisterfields does classic Aussie breakfasts such as smashed avocado, and more-inventive dishes such as salmon Benedict and maple-roasted-pumpkin…

  • Yap Kee

    Malaysia

    This spartan banana-leaf restaurant in an old shophouse, two blocks to the right as you leave the train station, usually has only a couple of choices…

  • Fat Mom's

    Semporna

    Let's be clear about this: Fat Mom's is Semporna's go-to place for some of the tastiest, freshest seafood around – so fresh that your dinner might be…

  • Sardine

    Kerobokan

    Seafood fresh from the famous Jimbaran market is the star at this elegant yet intimate, casual yet stylish restaurant. It's in a beautiful bamboo pavilion…

  • La Terrasse

    Puerto Princesa

    This is a sophisticated open-air dining room with a small menu of pasta, seafood and grilled or stewed meats (including duck rendang). Attention is paid…

  • Chilli Vanilla

    Kota Kinabalu

    This cosy bijou cafe is run by a Hungarian chef and is a real fave with travellers thanks to its eclectic, well-thought-out menu. The Middle Eastern…

  • Warung Melita

    East Bali

    Head to this riverside bale (open-air pavilion) in the Darmada Eco Resort to dine on tasty Balinese and Western dishes, including pizza and home-made ice…

  • Mocca

    Canggu

    Tucked away from the bustle of Jl Batu Bolong, this Canggu gem is equal parts charming cafe and boho concept store. Between the downstairs garden and…

  • Dyen Sabai

    Luang Prabang

    One of Luang Prabang's top destinations for fabulous Lao food. The eggplant dip and fried Mekong riverweed are as good as anywhere. Most seating is on…

  • Le Cabanon

    Bangkok

    With an emphasis on seafood, this alfresco restaurant in a cosy bungalow is the place to come if you're craving a jumbo platter of steamed mussels, juicy…

  • Sangsaka

    Kerobokan

    On a Kerobokan backstreet, this casual restaurant serves well-nuanced versions of Indonesian dishes drawn from across the archipelago. Many are cooked…

  • Ruby's Cafe

    Gili Air

    At this expanded back-lane eatery, one of the finest places to eat in the Gilis, candles flicker atop wooden tables. The menu is short with daily specials…

  • Sambal Hijau

    Kuala Lumpur

    One of the best places in the greater KL area to sample authentic Malay cuisine, served in the traditional buffet style. At lunchtime more than 50 dishes…

  • Cafe by the Ruins

    Baguio

    Rising from the ashes after burning down in 2017, Baguio’s most beloved restaurant is back and better than ever. The new space is a more contemporary,…

  • Old Man's

    Canggu

    You'll have a tough time deciding just where to sit down to enjoy your drink at this popular coastal beer garden overlooking Batu Bolong Beach. The self…

  • Hana Yakiniku

    Mandalay

    Saying it's easily the best Japanese restaurant in Mandalay isn't necessarily high praise, because competition is slim. However, Hana Yakiniku could hold…

  • Anzani

    Cebu City

    One of the best fine-dining restaurants in the Visayas, classy Anzani is the perfect location for a special meal with sweeping views of the city from its…

  • Dong Vui Food Court

    Mui Ne

    This attractive open-air food court has loads of independently run cook stations offering everything from Punjabi cuisine to paella, German sausages and…

  • Casa Vintage Beach

    Gili Trawangan

    Facing Bali's Gunung Agung (which sometimes appears through the haze) and some superb sunsets, Casa Vintage is the best place to enjoy a sundowner on…

  • Get Real Cafe

    Coron Town

    This place works equally well for drinks or a meal. It's sort of a TexMex menu with more emphasis on the Tex (marbled Angus rib-eye steak) than the Mex …

  • Malis

    Phnom Penh

    The leading Khmer restaurant in the Cambodian capital, Malis is a chic place to dine al fresco. The original menu includes beef steamed in lotus leaf,…

  • Wan Thai

    Pulau Langkawi

    Langkawi is geographically closer to Thailand than the Malaysian mainland, so you can expect some blisteringly authentic Thai food at this hugely popular…

  • Colonial Restaurant

    Padangbai

    The most stylish eatery in town, this pavilion cafe overlooking the pool at the OK Divers resort is a great place to while away a few hours. Food is much…

  • Cafe Alee

    Eastern Cambodia

    This friendly cafe has one of the more interesting menus in town, including a generous smattering of vegetarian options, a hearty lasagne and the full…

  • Warung Dewi

    Gili Trawangan

    The best traditional warung on Gili T is just a few steps back from the high-priced bustle of the main strip. The nasi campur is fantastic (coconut sambal…

  • Pou Kitchen

    Siem Reap

    Under the direction of homegrown chef Mengly, Pou Kitchen has taken off as one of the most popular and innovative Cambodian restaurants in town. Choose…

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