Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay
We admire the philosophy behind this restaurant – a portion of the proceeds go to aid projects. The food itself is a mix of familiar favourites: pastas,…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
Sarawak
Owned by an Iban-Kenyah family, Crystal Cafe is a good bet for a simple meal of mee goreng (fried noodles; RM4), laksa Sarawak (RM5), nasi lemak ayam …
Manila
Across from the Mind Museum, this intimate New York–style bistro serves up anything from buttermilk fried chicken and waffles to Manhattan clam chowder…
Chin State
Flow bills itself as a cocktail bar and restaurant, and foreign liquors and beers are available, but the real reason to come here is to sample its local…
Ayuthaya
This hole-in-the-wall Isan (northeastern Thai) joint around the corner from Soi Farang is in its fourth decade of serving spicy sôm·đam (papaya salad) and…
Myanmar (Burma)
This quiet and attractive garden restaurant has tables spirited away under the trees and serves some of the best Chinese dishes in town. The fish dishes …
Bukit Peninsula
Inside the shady bamboo bar built on stilts above the sand, the wraparound view through the drooping thatched roof is of a vibrant azure ribbon of…
Melaka City
This elegant affair serenades customers with classic easy-going jazz. Choose from healthy granolas, avocado on toast or a moreish brownie and wash it all…
Northeastern Thailand
This family-run place serving Vietnamese food is rightly popular, and is a good choice for breakfast. The picture menu takes the guesswork out of ordering…
Kuantan
Fancy trying patin (silver catfish), the local delicacy? Both wild-caught and cheaper farmed patin in a tempoyak (fermented durian sambal) sauce are part…
Sapa
This intimate bistro is recognisable by its colourful exterior lanterns. The menu rambles from pizza, pasta and steaks to Vietnamese with a couple of Sapa…
Sumba
Set back from the main road in a walled compound, this open-air restaurant, complete with water feature and karaoke, has excellent versions of Indo…
Myanmar (Burma)
The menu at this appealing Western-style cafe, bakery and restaurant has something for everyone, kicking off with full American-style breakfasts and…
Khao Lak/Lam Ru National Park Restaurant
Hat Khao Lak
Located at the national park visitors centre, 3km south of Khao Lak proper, this scenic open-air restaurant is perched on a shady slope overlooking the…
Bangkok
Resembling grandma's charmingly quaint living room, this homey restaurant serves predominantly Western-style vegan and raw dishes. It's located in a quiet…
Ho Chi Minh City
With five open kitchens on the mezzanine level of the Park Hyatt, Square One concocts a faultless formula of style, ambience, good looks, fine food …
Kuching
A great place to try indigenous dishes such as ayam pansuh (chicken cooked in bamboo; RM10), fried tapioca leaves (RM6) and umai (a Sarawakian version of…
Sihanoukville
This is where pretty much everybody gathers before catching their ferry at Serendipity Pier. Good luck getting a table in high season, but if you do you…
South Sulawesi
This open-sided restaurant in front of Salassa Guest House offers delicious homestyle cooking (try the fish 'à la Salassa' with peppers and spices),…
Chiang Khong
A simple riverside shack with an outdoor terrace that's popular with the locals for its big menu of tasty fish-based dishes. It's located at the end of…
Ho Chi Minh City
It's moved to this new location in the north of District 1, but the creative flavours are still there. Standouts include green-banana and mushroom hotpot…
South Sulawesi
A large, brightly lit and bustling place that's very popular with locals, Lesehan Jetpur offers authentic, inexpensive local food, including spicy chicken…
Chiang Mai Province
Located in Ban Tawai, the Pankled Coffee Corner is a favourite of locals in the Hang Dong area. A perfect place to have lunch after perusing the local…
Ben Tre
Adding a welcome touch of innovation to Ben Tre's largely uninspiring dining scene, this friendly place attracts a healthy contingent of travellers and…
Vientiane
Hidden down a side street opposite the back of the Lao National Culture Hall, this unpretentious earthy joint dishes up fresh and lively curries (tasty…
Kuching
Look behind the green, Milo-sponsored awnings for the half-a-dozen stalls that crank out porridge, laksa, and chicken, rice and noodle dishes. Popular…
Myanmar (Burma)
Simple spot serving a decent range of tasty curries, soups and salads. To cut the grease, try the mouth-wateringly tart shauk-thi dhouq (lemon salad) or a…
Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay
This spot is a retro-inspired recreation of the hawker stalls from 1960s Singapore, except with a dose of air-conditioning. Located under the shadow of…
Banda Aceh
Think bright lights, a shiny canteen and uniformed waiters piling endless plates of sublime masakan minang (Padang food) onto your table and you'll get…
Ho Chi Minh City
Grab a table at the front of the market, order up some cold beers from the adjacent bar, then go exploring to put together a mini-feast of well-priced…
Hat Kata
Who doesn’t love a time-worn fish shack? Using enticing displays of fresh seafood and snaps of blissed-out diners as bait, this old-school Thai joint has…
Si Lanna National Park
A large, open-air restaurant that overlooks the Mae Ngat Irrigation Reservoir and serves freshwater fish; choices include boiled catfish, spicy fish soup,…
George Town
A massive, always-packed seafood joint with big round tables inside and a few thatched huts outside, across from the waterfront promenade. The restaurant…
Bandung
Nestled below the Bersih Spa is this worthy Japanese restaurant, which is part of an island-wide chain. The sushi isn't special, so stick to the bento…
Central Java
The tiny ocean-facing Indrayanti restaurant serves the catch of the day. With tables sunk in the sand, it's a pleasant spot to watch the sun go down. A…
Kuching
This North Indian restaurant, a Kuching fixture since 1994, sports a huge menu featuring tandoori chicken and naan as well as delicious mutton, fish and…
Flores
Westerners are drawn to this rattan-walled, plastic-flower bedizened dining room with tire chairs out the front. It can be hit and miss, but you'll find…
Hua Hin
Popular tapas joint spread over two floors with great people-watching from the balcony. There's also paella, lamb kebabs and smoked salmon baguette, while…
Manila
Nuns often help cook dishes named after archbishops in this unique and attractive bistro decked out in Catholic paraphernalia – appropriately opposite San…
Ho Chi Minh City
Trees festooned with fairy lights, outdoor tables, and a laid-back ambience make this the ideal spot for groups. Fire up the table-top grills to barbecue…
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