Must-see restaurants in Southeast Asia

  • Rung Roj

    Ubon Ratchathani

    An Ubon institution serving excellent food, using family recipes and only fresh ingredients. Many people swear by the ox-tongue stew. From the outside it…

  • Village Cafe

    Siem Reap

    Bar, Bites, Beats is the motto at Village Cafe, a happening little bistro that delivers on its promise. Drop in for tapas, wholesome gastropub grub and a…

  • Nonie's

    Boracay

    The menu at Nonie’s is loaded with healthy offerings like beef and kimchi grain bowls and vegan be made with mushrooms, tofu, onions and chilli peppers…

  • Sugar Palm

    Siem Reap

    The Sugar Palm is a beautiful space and a popular place to sample traditional flavours infused with herbs and spices, including delicious char kreung …

  • Watercress

    Ubud

    A young and fashionable crowd flocks to this Aussie-style contemporary cafe to nosh on all-day breakfasts, burgers, sourdough sandwiches, homemade cakes,…

  • Gavroche

    Panglao Island

    One of the best places in Alona for breakfast, with fresh croissants, Filipino (P155) and French (from P135) sets, plus lots of à la carte options. Also…

  • Tamarind Restaurant

    Puerto Galera

    Tamarind lures you in with the scent of steaks and seafood being fired up on its open-air barbecue – try the classic (water buffalo) steak or the prawns à…

  • Abaca

    Cebu City

    Superstylish cafe where you can dine overlooking the Terraces or in the air-con interior. Great for breakfast with healthy and not-so-healthy options –…

  • Barrio Bonito

    Ko Chang

    Fab fajitas, burritos, tacos and cocktails are served by a charming French-Mexican couple at this roadside spot in the middle of Kaibae. Offering…

  • Khao Soi Lam Duan Fah Ham

    Chiang Mai

    North of the Th Ratanakosin bridge on the east bank, Th Faham is known as Chiang Mai’s kôw soy (wheat-and-egg noodles in curry broth) ghetto. Khao Soi Lam…

  • Caffe del Mar

    Bantayan Island

    For a taste of the Italian motherland look no further, Caffe del Mar serves up fine imported antipasto, gnocchi, seafood and grilled meats, homemade pasta…

  • Deck Cafe & Bar

    Nusa Lembongan

    Straddling the main hillside walkway, the stylish bar and cafe of the Batu Karang hotel offers creative drinks from a long list, gorgeous views and…

  • Gallery

    Nusa Penida

    A popular spot for volunteers at the NGOs, this small cafe and shop is run by the ever-charming Mike, a Brit who is a fount of Penida knowledge. There's…

  • Char Ming

    Sanur

    Asian fusion with a French accent. A daily menu board lists the fresh seafood available for grilling. Look for regional dishes, many with modern flair…

  • Pituq Waroeng

    Gili Trawangan

    Enjoy classic Indonesian fare reinterpreted as exquisite vegan tapas at this back-lane haven. Gather a group of friends, sit together at one of the low…

  • Maya Burger Queen

    Pai

    Burgers are a big deal in Pai and our arduous research has concluded that Maya does the best job. Everything is homemade, from the soft, slightly sweet…

  • Bistrot Langka

    Phnom Penh

    Bistrot Langka offers fine French dining in an intimate atmosphere at an affordable price. Tuna tataki and an original beef tartare are some standout…

  • Art Lounge Cafe

    Ubud Region

    An outpost of Bali chic on one of the main roads between Ubud and the coast, this fashionable cafe in the Tonyraka Art Lounge is an excellent lunch,…

  • House of Scott

    Phnom Penh

    Chic and art-lined House of Scott works with the Cambodian Children's Fund by donating all proceeds towards education and job creation for Cambodian youth…

  • Teksen

    George Town

    There's a reason this place is always packed: it's one of the tastiest, most consistent Chinese restaurants in town (and in a place like George Town, that…

  • Friends

    Phnom Penh

    One of Phnom Penh’s best-loved restaurants, this place is a must, with tasty tapas bites, heavenly smoothies and creative cocktails. Order two tapas or…

  • Masjid India Pasar Malam

    Kuala Lumpur

    Stalls pack out the length of Lg Tuanku Abdul Rahman, the alley between Jln Tuanku Abdul Rahman and Masjid India. Amid the headscarf and T-shirt sellers…

  • Taste

    El Nido

    They do wonderful things with all-vegan ingredients at this tiny but tasteful two-storey affair. Head to the counter and order the beautiful Mexican…

  • Aling Taleng’s Halo Halo

    Around Manila

    This restaurant-bar right by the bridge has been making its signature halo-halo – that iconic icy Filipino dessert – since 1933, and is locally famous for…

  • PVO

    Vientiane

    This fresh, no-frills eatery is one of the better places in town to grab lunch, and in addition to a variety of Vietnamese dishes, does some of the best…

  • Pachamama

    Gili Air

    This oh-so-hip health-food restaurant brews its own kombucha, crafts exotic smoothies and cold-brew coffee (or cocktails!) and has lots of flavourful veg,…

  • Selera Akmal

    Pulau Langkawi

    This is where locals go for nasi campur (Malay-style buffet). Serve yourself from trays holding dishes such as rich rendang, fiery sambal, a coconut milk…

  • Kook Noy Kitchen

    Chumphon

    Just a concrete floor, a corrugated roof and a chaotic kitchen turning out central and southern Thai dishes you know like đôm yam with free-range chicken…

  • La Vie Parisienne

    Cebu City

    This bakery and cafe-bar offers light bites (baguettes start at P160) in a stunning garden setting, with cool sofas, oversized bean bags and hip lighting…

  • Nasi Padang Minang

    George Town

    Serve-yourself, buffet-style restaurants generally opt for quantity over quality, but the Padang-style Indonesian curries, stir-fries, soups, salads and…

  • 800 Bowls

    Yangon

    Watch the chefs deftly stretch and chop the dough to make fresh la mian pulled noodles and dumplings served at this top-notch Chinese restaurant.

  • SP Chicken

    Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai's best chicken emerges daily from the grills at this tiny cafe near Wat Phra Singh. The menu runs to salads and soups, but most people just…

  • Sonya’s Garden

    Around Manila

    One of Tagaytay’s most beloved restaurants serves up famous buffet lunches and dinners. It features homemade pasta, fresh bread, desserts and produce…

  • Sushi Surf

    West Bali

    The place for a sunset cocktail and bite of sushi. The surf action is arrayed out right in front of the quirky multilevel seating area. There are specials…

  • Ansari Famous Cendol

    Taiping

    Creamy and sweet with generous amounts of green noodles and gula melaka (dark coconut-sugar syrup), shaved-ice desserts have been dished up at Ansari…

  • Sue Hai

    Chiang Rai Province

    East of the town centre, this is the most authentic Yunnanese restaurant in Mae Salong. Specialities include local mushrooms fried with soy sauce,…

  • Maminon Kitchen

    Manado

    Sparkling cleanliness and true hospitality shine in this delightful contemporary Minahasan restaurant. Go for the cakalang fufu (local smoked tuna),…

  • Naom Banchok Noodle Stalls

    Cambodia

    Preah Dak village is renowned for its naom banchok (thick rice noodles) stalls, which hug the main road to Banteay Srei. These homemade noodles come with…

  • Bukit Cafe

    Bukit Peninsula

    For heaping plates of Australian-style brunch composed of fresh, local ingredients, Bukit Cafe is unbeatable. Standout dishes include vegan pancakes,…

  • Warung Sulawesi

    Kerobokan

    Find a table in this quiet family compound and enjoy fresh Balinese and Indonesian food served in classic warung style. Choose a rice, then pick from a…

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