West Sumatra
During the month of Ramadan, this car park turns into a whirlwind of culinary activity as dozens of stalls press sugar-cane juice, cook up rendang,…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
Ho Chi Minh City
Head up the narrow staircase here for some of Saigon's best burgers. They're all named after music legends like Little Richard and James Brown, and sides…
Ayuthaya
The location across from Wat Mahathat and air-con turned up to 11 make this a good place to recharge during a day of temple-hopping. There's shrimp noodle…
Little India & Kampong Glam
In the basement food hall of Bugis Junction mall, this respected local chain is a solid spot for a traditional local breakfast of kopi (coffee) and kaya …
Dalat
Refined Chinese restaurant housed in a nicely restored, colonial-era villa, with lake views from its terrace and a pleasant garden. Scroll through the…
Ho Chi Minh City
With its breezy al fresco seating area and top-notch menu, this vibrantly coloured and bubbly Mexican restaurant dishing up tacos, tortas (Mexican…
Myanmar (Burma)
If you're one of the rare breed who enjoys airline catering, clamber aboard this Myanmar Airways plane, which is safely parked at ground level. It's been…
Kota Kinabalu
This silk-festooned waterfront restaurant looks promising, but its northern Indian cuisine is hit-and-miss. The naan bread is pillowy-soft, vegetarian…
Myanmar (Burma)
Partly a showcase for the company's attractive modern rattan furniture and tableware, this friendly restaurant offers a variety of multidish Thai, Burmese…
Denpasar
On a quiet street; try the seafood satay served with a shallot sambal. Otherwise, choose from the immaculate displays, but don't wait too long after lunch…
Phuket Town
A fun cafe with a rustic-chic feel and decorative bicycles on colourful Th Thalang. The tiny semi-open kitchen turns out a tasty selection of sandwiches,…
North Luzon
The breezy sea-view seafood restaurant is the best, albeit priciest around; steer clear of the overly ambitious dishes and go for the signature squid and…
Phang-Nga Province
Operated by an Italian-Thai team, this beachside open-air restaurant serves excellent pizzas, pastas, Thai dishes and nice seafood plates including tasty…
Myanmar (Burma)
This large, modern shopping centre has many temptations for locals and expats alike, including good restaurants such as YKKO (mains K3500 to K5000) that…
Phu Quoc Island
This simple wood restaurant is run by the very fluent English-speaking Kiem. In spite of the name, the dishes are Vietnamese rather than Japanese, and…
East Bali
Sadly, the food served at the open-air restaurant at the Amankila resort is nowhere near as impressive as its wonderful view over a multi-tiered infinity…
Bangkok
This quintessential street stall – more accurately, a mini conglomeration of stalls – is a great spot for a cheap and quick refill while you're on the…
Hoi An
A casual and laid-back place owned by well-known Vietnamese–North American chef Duc Tran, Mai Fish focuses on authentic and tasty versions of homestyle…
Kota Kinabalu
Santan has waterside seating and features an extensive menu of Southeast Asian dishes ranging from beef rendang to chilli crab. There is also a good range…
Manila
This slightly upscale turu-turò (point-point, or fast food) restaurant is a great introduction to home-cooked Filipino food, in an air-conditioned setting.
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Ipoh
Surrounding a children’s playground, this hawker centre has mostly Malay stalls ranging from roti canai (flaky flatbread) to satay, icy desserts and nasi…
Kanchanaburi Province
It's hard to miss the giant crab sculptures signalling this excellent roadside cafe, 1.7km north of Thong Pha Phum's market. The fun continues inside a…
West Sumatra
At this charming little restaurant in the backstreets of Sungai Penuh you can build your own meal from a choice of protein, vegetable and side; or…
Malang
Boasting an imposing 1930 art deco frontage, Toko Oen is a throwback to ye olde days, with rattan furniture, waiters in starched whites, and Sinatra on…
Chinatown
Combining Japanese and Thai dishes, Belgian beers and an artfully ramshackle atmosphere, Samsara is one of Chinatown's most eclectic places to eat. Its…
Kuala Lumpur
A KL offshoot of the original Bali Mama San, this stylish joint occupies a prime position overlooking the KLCC park's fountains. The menu is peppered with…
Chin State
You might feel like a house guest at this not-so-easy-to-find spot near the central market (look for the dilapidated two-storey green building). It…
Udon Thani
This white cottage and surrounding garden feels transported from the English countryside. It features fresh and healthy cuisine, such as salmon with…
Balikpapan
Billowing white curtains and a great beachfront location beckon you to this open-air Balinese-style restaurant. Locals swear by the ayam taliwang, a fried…
Myanmar (Burma)
An update on the old-fashioned teahouse, Yes! is awash with a bold, vibrant paint job and coloured light bulbs that seem to draw young diners to the low…
Mekong Delta
Yes, this Korean-fusion cafe's speciality is spicy, thick rice and tapioca noodles in a crab soup with grilled shrimp, fish cakes and pork, a kimchi take…
Hat Kata
Hot-pink tablecloths, white plastic chairs and a smiling team keep the scene down-to-earth at beachside Kata BBQ, one of several affordable Thai seafood…
West Java
This clean, orderly rumah makan (restaurant), with a large interior and bench seating outside, is a good bet for local food. It fries, grills and stews…
Vientiane
Run by the irrepressible Jamil, who likes to take photographs of all his customers to post on Facebook (although there's is no offence taken if you…
Phuket
This charming Thai bistro with a shaded outdoor patio and tasteful indoor seating – a reconstruction of a traditional Sino-Portuguese shophouse, with old…
Kalimantan
This is the best known soto Banjar place in town and is consequently a bit touristy. It's a simple-enough place, with plastic chairs and open sides, but…
Sarawak
Stalls selling quick, flavoursome bites such as kolo mee (noodles cooked with pork lard; RM6), wonton mee (noodles with dumplings; RM6) and fresh juices …
Boracay
This old-timer's favourite is a rebuke to the slick chains that have spread throughout Boracay, but the winning recipe remains the same: signature…
Chiang Mai
Found inside the Nim City Community Mall, Oh Ka Jhu is a busy farm-to-table restaurant that uses home-grown vegetables for the mains and fresh Thai herbs…
Sumatra
Palembang cuisine not your bag? Then your taste buds will thank you for this reliable Padang chain standby, where you will be presented with dish upon…
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