Asia’s Finest Restaurants
Type: Ghostwriting (no byline)
Looking for the best restaurants to visit in Asia? Indulge in a different kind of gastronomic experience in any of these restaurants that feature dishes from the traditional down to the innovative dishes with an edgy twist.
Robuchon à Galera
Macau, China
A high-end restaurant made for the movers and shakers who visit Macau. The neo-empire theme is suggestive of the 3-Michelin star reputation as well as the culinary legends who ensure that each and every dish served at this restaurant is as elegant as the name suggests. It is the very first restaurant in China that has received a Wine Spectator’s Grand Award because it has one of the most impressive arrays of wines around 5000 labels more or less.
Iggy’s
Singapore
True to its reputation as the place where east meets west, the restaurant’s culinary team continuously come up with gastronomic delights that pay tribute to the real essence of Fusion Food. Guests can enjoy an open kitchen experience from the L-shaped bar or a quiet fine dining experience at separate tables.
Mozaic
Bali, Indonesia
Head to Mozaic and partake in Chef Chris Salon’s culinary sensations in a garden restaurant setting. Mozaic’s menu features the succulent blending of Asian and French flavors with its focus on vegetarian fare and Balinese ingredients.
Jaan Par André
Singapore
The restaurant was first debuted as “Jaan”, a simple but elegant Khmer-French dining spot located at the Swissotel The Stamford. When André Chiang arrived in 2008, it evolved into a new image, fusing with Chiang’s cuisine style that focuses on artistic inspirations. Today, Jaan Par André features culinary masterpieces such as the “Forgotten Vegetables” that showcases less popular but savory ingredients such as white carrots, black tomatoes, and even apple flowers.
Les Amis, Singapore
Singapore
It has enjoyed almost fifteen years as one of Singapore’s renowned local culinary spot that specializes in fine French dining with an Asian flare. Everywhere you look is suggestive of the fine, rich, and elegant grandeur—from their Christofle silverware, luxurious linens, impressive porcelain collection, and Zwiesel glasses. Add to these the superb French-Asian menu, it’s no wonder that Les Amis holds its place as one of the world’s best places to dine.
Laris
Shanghai, China
Laris Restaurant offers the best seafood dishes you can find in the area. Chef David Laris, who is of Australian-Greek descent, is famous for his raw oyster dish and foie grass terrine. The restaurant’s location also allows you to enjoy Pudong’s skyline as well as the river that add to its ambiance. Laris also serves the best desserts.
Gunther’s Modern French Cuisine
Singapore
A modern and high-end French restaurant from the renowned Garibaldi Group that offers a fine culinary dining experience for its patrons in Singapore. Sophisticated aura, fine French cuisine prepared by a well-trained staff lead by celebrity chef Gunther Hubreschsen, Gunther’s is a place where you can truly give your taste buds an exquisite culinary experience.
L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon
Hong Kong, China
This branch, which opened in November 2006, is just one of the six restaurants that are being directed by world-renowned chef Joël Robuchon. The restaurant features an open kitchen where diners can enjoy the synchronized preparation of dishes headed by Phille Grouit, the branch’s executive chef. The L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon is famous for its impressive list of wine, power breakfast choices, and its signature Robuchon’s mashed potatoes.
Yung Kee
Hong Kong, China
What started as a simple food stall along Kwong Yuen West street in 1942 evolved into a full-grown, internationally renowned restaurant that features the best of Hong Kong cuisine that is famous for its Roast Goose. Today, Yung Kee is synonymous with good old Chinese dishes such as congee and roast goose that have become famous whether you want to dine in or get a take out.
Ku De Ta
Bali, Indonesia
Ku de Ta combines gastronomic experience with the beach lifestyle! Ku de Ta is actually a bar-club-restaurant rolled in one that features excellent Bali flavors not only in taste but also in its presentation and ambiance. Tables surround a magnificent pool while soft umbrellas line the walkway that extends to the beach. Ku de Ta offers a fusion of Italian and French ingredients in an elegant twist that both locals and tourist would love.
Les Creations de Narisawa
Tokyo, Japan
Among the high-end restaurants in Tokyo, Les Creations de Narisawa shines brightest due to the French-Japanese fusion dishes created by chef Yoshihiro Narisawa. Its signature dish is the 'Mountain and the Sea' which offers succulent slices of slow-roasted abalone. Quite expensive though but the gastronomic experience is really worth the price front its entrees down to its desserts.
Antonio’s Garden
Tagaytay City, Philippines
Antonio’s Garden is the most exquisite, fine-dining restaurant in this backpacker’s haven. The garden restaurant has an impressive list of sophisticated dishes that features fresh seafood and succulent steaks. This French cuisine-inspired restaurant is also famous for its desserts like the mouth-watering chocolate soufflé. They also have a bed-and-breakfast restaurant for diners who want to spend the night in Tagaytay.
Cilantro Restaurant & Wine Bar
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Wine and dine in style in one of Malaysia’s most sophisticated restaurants—Cilantro. The place is bathed in subtle yet impressive elegance from the décor down to the food. You will surely Cilantro’s French-inspired dishes that are infused with Japanese flare as well as their list of international wines.
Bukhara
New Delhi, India
For the authentic flavors of north-western India, head to Bukhara. Famous for their juicy kebabs and other sophisticated India dishes, Bukhara has its share of notable diners such as Bill Clinton and other renowned celebrities. Their savory dishes are acclaimed to be one of the best and most satisfying in New Delhi.
Bo Innovation
Hong Kong, China
Looking for something new and exciting restaurant to try in Hong Kong? Head to Bo Innovation. Chef Alvin Leung is not your typical Chinese chef and his food is not your typical Chinese dish either. This young and brilliant chef brings a new image to traditional food and calls it X-treme Chinese cuisine. At Bo innovation, classic Hong Kong favorites are definitely served with an edgy twist.
