Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia

  • Nha Hang Chay Vien Chau

    Phan Thiet

    This large vegetarian restaurant is situated on the western side of the city and has a choice of dining areas including formal table seating and a garden…

  • Sop Ubi Ma'Uni

    Tana Toraja

    You may think you know how delicious fried ubi (cassava) soup could be, but you ain't tried Ma'Uni's sop ubi yet. Come here when you're ready to dive…

  • Ando Loco

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This popular outdoor Mexican hang-out still gets the universal thumbs up. Grab a jumbo margarita, down a 'drunken fajita', line up a quesadilla or two and…

  • Dash

    Chiang Mai

    A cut above the average tourist restaurant, Dash offers flavoursome Thai curries that are full of spice, served inside a smart teak house or outside on…

  • Olive & Olive

    Sihanoukville

    Just about the last Western restaurant standing around the Golden Lions Monument, and it's a good one. A pinch of Greek cuisine, a touch of Turkish…

  • Quan Bun Bo Hue

    Hue

    Excellent spot for a hearty bowl of bun bo Hue, the city's signature noodle dish combining tender beef, vermicelli and lemongrass. Next door at number 19,…

  • Shack

    North Luzon

    This thatched roof restaurant in Baler town elicits wide-eyed hyperbole from all who have eaten here. An Indian chef on the scene means flavours are…

  • Bebek Gong

    Malang

    A dressed-up warung dangling with lovely rattan lanterns and lined with bamboo wallpaper, serving fried chicken and duck meals to the Malang masses…

  • Casa Ma' Mita

    Southeast Luzon

    Attached to Boac Hotel, this cafe is a bit like an English tearoom, but apart from Western breakfasts, pizza and pasta, the menu is classic Filipino, with…

  • Diyar

    Jakarta

    Arabian themed with pretty floor tiles, this Middle Eastern restaurant has a large menu of more than 100 dishes – everything from kebabs and felafel to…

  • Da Matti

    Koh Rong

    Italian food and reggae music prove to be a winning combination at Da Matti on Koh Tuch's southernmost pier. Come early for cocktails and music and stay…

  • Milano

    Surat Thani

    Often surprisingly busy, this Italian restaurant near the pier bakes up a tasty selection of pizza in its wood-fired brick oven, while pasta and a choice…

  • Aneka Rasa Jaya

    Sumbawa

    Clean and popular, this Chinese seafood house plates tender fish fillets, prawns, squid, crab and scallops in oyster, Szechuan or sweet-and-sour sauce…

  • Mike's Burger House

    Sihanoukville

    Sihanoukville's blink-and-you'll miss it edition of this legendary Phnom Penh burger barn is still going, firing up the South Coast's best patties along…

  • Cake Garden

    Myanmar (Burma)

    The owner is rightly rather proud of her selection of fresh bakes and sweet treats at this bakery and cafe, where you can also cool down with an iced…

  • Smoothie Blues

    Chiang Mai

    This expat favourite is a top spot for breakfast – pancakes, sandwiches, granola, an array of egg dishes from egg-white-only omelettes to decadent…

  • La Pizza

    Battambang

    Pizzas come in every shape and size at this popular east-bank restaurant, including by the slice (US$1.75), half size, full size and extra large. La Pizza…

  • Sesame Noodle Bar

    Phnom Penh

    A Japanese-American duo is behind one of the Russian Market's longest-running little diners. Cold noodles arrive in vegetarian or egg varieties and come…

  • Toa Payoh Rojak

    Singapore

    Foodies across the island revere this humble hawker stand, famed for its Chinese-style rojak (type of salad). The secret is super-fresh ingredients, from…

  • JoMa Bakery Cafe

    Phnom Penh

    Originating in Laos, JoMa Bakery Cafe has used a winning formula to expand rapidly in the Cambodian capital. Salads and sandwiches in various combinations…

  • Com Hen

    Hue

    Tuck into bowls of rice (com hen) or noodles (bun hen) combining fresh herbs and tasty local clams from a nearby island in the middle of the Song Huong…

  • Kusina NaNam

    Iloilo

    Hidden inside Chita's Pension House, this quirkily decorated, light and homey spot serves good pizza, pasta and Filipino dishes. One of the city centre's…

  • Fighting Fish Restaurant

    Krabi Province

    The friendly British-Thai owners at Woodland Lodge run this excellent, sociable adjoining restaurant, which plates up carefully concocted, MSG-free, Thai…

  • Warung Ibu Made

    Seminyak

    The woks roar almost from dawn to dusk amid the constant hubbub on this busy corner of Jl Raya Seminyak, where several stalls cook food fresh under the…

  • Wat Damnak BBQs

    Siem Reap

    Located opposite the venerable Wat Dam Nak, these local barbecue restaurants are popular for barbecued beef, other local meats and lake fish. They also…

  • Asmara

    Senggigi

    An ideal family choice, this place spans the culinary globe from tuna carpaccio to burgers to Lombok’s own Sate pusut (minced-meat or fish sate). It also…

  • People’s Palace

    Manila

    This stylish modern Thai restaurant does a mix of classic and envelope-pushing dishes, all with authentic flavours and gorgeously presented. Dine indoors…

  • Hotpot & Roast Piglet Restaurants

    Sapa

    This strip is home to several similar places serving Vietnamese-style lau (hotpot; meat stew cooked with local vegetables, cabbage and mushroom) and roast…

  • Kinsakura

    Yangon

    Deep-fried Japanese dishes such as tempura and katsu-style chicken are the standouts at this popular, unflashy and moderately priced joint. It also has an…

  • Café Smorgås

    Sanur

    A nice place with wicker chairs on a large terrace and cool air-con inside. The menu has a healthy range of fresh detox juices and salads, plus comfort…

  • David Italian Restaurant

    Vung Tau

    An authentic Italian-run restaurant with freshly prepared pasta and the best pizzas and calzone in town. It's not cheap, but it has a nice sea-facing…

  • Safety Stop Pub

    Ko Tao

    A haven for homesick Brits, this pier-side restaurant and bar feels like a tropical beer garden. Stop by on Sundays to stuff your face with an endless…

  • Cafe Giop Pho

    Chau Doc

    This centrally located cafe is incredibly popular with locals thanks to top coffee creations, cheap international breakfasts and a mash-up of burgers,…

  • Neau-Toon Rod Yiam

    Chiang Mai

    Build your own soup at this yummy corner-shop cheapie. Choose between rice or several types of noodles, spice level, then meat, ranging from basic chicken…

  • Ayam Goreng Kalasan

    Denpasar

    The name here says it all: fried chicken (ayam goreng) named for a Javanese temple (Kalasan) in a region renowned for its fiery, crispy chicken. Note the…

  • 3T Quan Nuong

    Ho Chi Minh City

    This breezy alfresco Vietnamese barbecue restaurant on the rooftop of the Temple Club is in many a HCMC diner's diary: choose your meat, fish, seafood and…

  • Scooby's Bean Connection Cafe

    Dumaguete

    A light and airy spot, especially good for breakfast (waffles, pancakes and French toast) and espresso drinks and pastries. The menu also features burgers…

  • Lorenzo's Cafe

    Leyte

    This large, popular cafe with wraparound windows has a terrace facing the promenade and air-conditioned interior. The menu has great breakfast choices and…

  • Seafood Market

    Vung Tau

    Behind the landmark Imperial Hotel on Back Beach, this evening-only seafood market is where you can select your fish, crab or shellfish and have it…

  • Sainamhoung Restaurant

    Northern Laos

    Contemplate the bamboo-banked river and the looming Pak Kimin massif as you dine on tasty Lao food. Dishes include delectable steamed fish, grilled meats…

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