Chinatown
Come evening, and this street stall set up by an aged couple does some of the better Thai-style fried noodles among the town's ultra-cheap offerings. No…
Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia
Kuta & Legian
A vibrant mix of upscale local and international tourists tuck into Jimbaran-style grilled seafood at this slick operation. Pool tables, TV sports and…
Yangon
Located in an airy colonial townhouse, this long-running restaurant is a safe if somewhat bland option. The menu also spans the rest of mainland Southeast…
Dili
Hard-to-resist cheesecakes and Brazilian brigadeiro (fudge balls) go down well with the quality Timorese coffee served in this modern cafe. Lunch-seekers…
Pakse
It's the location as much as the masala that keeps this old-timer bulging with happy customers. The menu mixes both Indian and Malay food and there are…
Chin State
More expensive than other restaurants in town (the fried rice and noodle dishes are cheaper), but the food is pretty good. It's just past the clock tower,…
Phnom Penh
A long-running Lebanese restaurant on the riverfront, Hummus House offers a bite from Beirut, including bargain chicken shawarma for US$3, a host of…
Northeast Vietnam
P Minh Khai, a couple blocks north of Lang Son's market, is home to several com (point-and-choose dishes served over rice) restaurants. Quan Nga Tue is…
Kuala Lumpur
Ever-reliable Malay home cooking at an unpretentious place with some outdoor tables. Try the petai squid and prawns, crispy fried eggs and cendol (shaved…
Ho Chi Minh City
With a winning line in perfectly done skewered meats, the Mediterranean menu here takes in all stops from the Maghreb to Marseilles. It's strong on…
Koh Rong
This unassuming local place serves up superb Khmer and Thai specialities with a heavy seafood bent, including stir-fried crab and steamed fish. The…
Nong Khiaw
At the end of the bridge, this place has the best view in town. CT has a Western-friendly menu of pasta, pancakes, breakfasts, sandwiches and tasty staple…
Puerto Princesa
Awash in shiny blonde wood and flamboyantly decorated with colourful paintings, Ka Inatô is a welcoming place with a comprehensive menu of Filipino…
Kuala Lumpur
This hawker stall, set under the branches of a tree in the lot across from Shaw Parade, is a Pudu institution. Try the coconut herbal chicken soup served…
George Town
Hong Kee Bamboo Noodle is known for its high-quality wan thun mee (noodle soup with dumplings), and at this shop you can see the noodles being handmade…
Vientiane
Right near the Thai consulate, this little gem has original artwork on the mustard-coloured walls, whirring fans, various delicious panini and perhaps the…
George Town
Tired of rice? Weary of noodles? Head here for freshly baked, additive-free bread, alongside tasty breakfasts, cinnamon rolls and lunchtime meals such as…
Myanmar (Burma)
Handy for the bus station, this deep-orange-coloured Chinese restaurant with plastic plants wending up the walls serves the usual noodle and rice dishes,…
Ko Tao
With lovely white walls, books on shelves, a small scattering of hip furniture and a floral sofa, this charming and very quiet choice is perfect for a…
Phnom Penh
One of Phnom Penh's few 24-hour supermarkets, this could be handy if the midnight munchies strike. It has one of the best product ranges in town, as the…
Miri
Of the Chinese-food purveyors selling kari ayam (chicken curry), porridge and the usual rice and noodle dishes, stall 6 (open 3.30am to 10am) is…
Kalimantan
Don't let the displays of offal (hearts, livers, brains) throw you off: this place does a mean grilled chicken and a divine nasi bakar (seasoned rice…
Hua Hin & the Upper Gulf
This unnamed night market sets up along the coastal road near the Sheraton hotel. Everything is sold to take home, but you can just sit and eat by the sea…
Timor-Leste
All-day pizzas, steak sandwiches and a couple of Southeast Asian dishes mean you can pop in anytime for a quick meal or cocktail right by the waves…
Cebu City
In a character-laden house with a long bar and beautiful wood floors, this blokey spot is popular with expats but nonetheless has decent Western food. The…
Manila
Their handmade dumplings – you can see them being made in the window – are a northern Chinese variety, in contrast to the Hokkien (southern) cuisine that…
Medan
A venerable Medan institution for nearly 40 years, Restoran Garuda specialises in West Sumatran Padang food, so you'll get to sample a variety of small,…
Vientiane
Sticky Fingers has the atmosphere of a Sydney cafe and serves tasty cuisine that could be described as 'modern international'. Generous happy-hour drink…
Vung Tau
A popular pub worth trying for Western grub (including big portions of Aussie steaks and burgers) as well as local classics. The front terrace offers a…
North Luzon
Mommy Phoebe can stuff you full of her delicious pansit, bagnet and whatever else she's got cooking that day; cool you off with fresh, icy juice shakes;…
Kuala Lumpur
You'd be hard-pressed to find a cheaper, more filling meal than a freshly made murtabak (Indian-style pancake stuffed with chicken or mutton) from this…
Kalimantan
A reliable and locally popular Chinese mainstay with an extensive menu, including duck, crab, lobster and squid dishes. Sizzling hotplates and dashing…
Sabah
Friendly little kopitiam that most definitely is not halal. Come here for pork belly, barbecued pork and pork broth, plus a crunchy dose of vitamins in…
Halong City
A simple local place with an English menu that specialises in fresh seafood. You can also pick your fish, squid or crab from the tanks outside, but make…
East Bali
You can order a homemade yoghurt lassi to accompany your satay at this warung across the road from Tirta Gangga's parking area, or live dangerously and…
Chinatown
Sugar junkies, be sure to include this stop on your Bangkok eating itinerary. The ground floor of this shopping centre is a candyland of traditional Thai…
Hoi An
A refined little restaurant run by a Vietnamese–North American team with mellow music and antique wall prints. Dishes include tasty cao lau, and other…
Seminyak
You might think you’re at a sleek Sydney cafe, but look around and you’re unmistakably in Bali. Classic sandwiches, homemade Aussie pies, salads and big…
Around Manila
Head to the waterfront to dine on delicious grilled seafood dishes such as blue marlin, tuna and squid, along with a range of chicken, pork and beef…
Mindoro
Easily the best restaurant in town, Camalig serves freshly prepared curries and other Filipino food under a soaring nipa canopy. It's just off the…
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