On 25 March in South Korea, the list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 was revealed to the world. Voted by a panel of 350-plus influential leaders of food writers and critics, chefs, restaurateurs and regional culinary experts, ranks the eateries in the region that pushes the boundaries of cuisine.
At the ceremony, Gaggan in Bangkok clinched the coveted title of The Best Restaurant in Asia. The eponymous restaurant of Chef Gaggan Anand ascends two spots to claim the top position. Blending progressive Indian cuisine with influences from Japan, France and Thailand, Anand’s signature 20+ course menu is a masterful interplay of taste, texture and technique.
Presented with immersive, interactive elements, it unfolds like a theatrical culinary performance, enhanced by natural and biodynamic wine pairings, pyrotechnics and an irreverent playlist. The intimate 14-seat counter, overlooking an open kitchen, places guests at the heart of the creative process, transforming communal dining into an unforgettable experience.
Tokyo And Bangkok Dominate
Gaggan blends progressive Indian cuisine with other culinary influences.
With nine entries on the list, Bangkok and Tokyo lead the rankings for 2025. Gaggan, winner of The Best Restaurant in Asia, is followed closely by Nusara (No.6), which retains its position as chef Thitid ‘Ton’ Tassanakajohn pays homage to his heritage with a creative spin on ancient family recipes.
Sühring comes in at No.11, while Potong places at No.13 with its progressive Thai-Chinese cuisine from chef-owner Pichaya ‘Pam’ Soontornyanakij – winner of Asia’s Best Female Chef Award 2024. New on the list is Gaggan at Louis Vuitton (No.31), a collaboration between chef Gaggan Anand’s creativity and luxury high fashion, further solidifying his position in the region’s culinary landscape.
The Japanese capital also boasts nine entries this year, with Sézanne ranked No.4 – previously the No.1 restaurant in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024, celebrated for its neo-French cuisine that beautifully merges modern classics with exceptional Japanese ingredients.
New entrants Maz (No.43) and Myoujyaku (No.45) also celebrate their positions on the list. Maz, launched by Virgilio Martínez, introduces South American fine dining to Tokyo with nine courses inspired by Peru’s diverse ecosystems while highlighting local Japanese ingredients.
Hong Kong And Singapore Shine
Helmed by Chef Julien Royer, Odette is renowned for its timeless French fine dining.
Hong Kong is represented by seven establishments this year, led by The Chairman at No.2, which continues to redefine contemporary Cantonese cuisine with its ingredient-driven approach. Located at The Wellington, this acclaimed restaurant showcases creative dishes that honour forgotten luxury ingredients from southern China in a beautifully refreshed space filled with custom artwork and greenery. Wing follows closely at No.3 with chef-owner Vicky Cheng also securing the coveted peer-voted Inedit Damm Chefs’ Choice Award.
Seven Singapore restaurants also make the list for Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025. Odette (No.7) is named The Best Restaurant in Singapore. Known for its timeless French fine dining, chef Julien Royer’s establishment has consistently ranked in the top 10 since 2017.
Seoul and Shanghai deliver four entries apiece on this year’s list. With Mumbai and New Delhi delivering two each. At No.49, August is Indonesia’s sole entry while Beijing is newly represented this year by Lamdre (No.50), the winner of the American Express One To Watch Award 2024.
Malaysia Misses The Cut
Like the previous two years, no local eatery has made it to Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025. The last time a Malaysian restaurant featured on the list was in 2022 with Dewakan making it into the top 50. However, the country is represented in the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 extended 51-100 list.
Dewakan was ranked at 84 with new entry Au Jardin in Penang coming in at No.100. Check out the complete list of this year’s 50 Best Restaurants in Asia.
