Dewakan claims 56th spot on the list
The list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024, ranked between 51 and 100, has finally been announced. The revelation comes days ahead of the awards ceremony. This year’s coveted list, which has been curated from the votes of notable food writers and critics, chefs, restaurateurs and regional culinary experts, welcomes 12 new entries in the ’51 to 100′ category.
Singapore and Tokyo steal the spotlight on the ’51-100′ list with eight spots each. Bangkok isn’t far behind with seven restaurants, including new entrant Haoma at No.90. Then comes Hong Kong, a culinary paradise which has bagged six places on the list and a new entry with Howard’s Gourmet at No.100. Seoul secures five entries on the list while Shanghai and Mumbai claim three places each. Overall, the 2024 list puts on display 12 new entries and representations from 16 Asian cities.
The 2024 list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants will be revealed at the awards ceremony held on March 26, 2024, in Seoul, South Korea. The ceremony will also be live-streamed on 50 Best’s Facebook and YouTube channels. So, stay tuned.
Dewakan makes Malaysian culinary history, secures spot among Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2024
Dewakan stands out not only as a culinary marvel but also as a beacon of Malaysian gastronomy on the global stage. As the sole representative from Malaysia on the prestigious list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2024, capturing the 56th position, Dewakan holds a unique distinction. This accolade underscores its exceptional contribution to the country’s culinary landscape and its unwavering dedication to showcasing the richness of Malaysian flavours.
Through its innovative approach to sourcing locally and sustainably, crafting intricate dishes that celebrate indigenous ingredients, and offering a dining experience elevated by stunning city views, Dewakan has rightfully earned its place among Asia’s culinary elite.
Hong Kong’s Xin Rong Ji, which focuses on Taizhou cuisine and offers some amazing seasonal offerings as well as exquisite signature dishes including braised wild-caught yellow croaker from the East China Sea is at No. 52. This is followed by Ta Vie at the 55th spot and Vea at the 68th spot. Other Hong Kong eateries gracing the list are Estro, Godenya and Howard’s Gourmet.
Lamdre in Beijing is the 2024 recipient of the American Express One Watch Award, and debuts on the list at No.97. The cities of Colombo, Gurugram, Kuala Lumpur, Macau, Manila, New Delhi, and Toyama each have one restaurant on the list.
William Drew, Director of Content at Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, said: “In its fourth edition, we proudly present the 51-100 list of restaurants in Asia, extending a particularly warm welcome to the newcomers to the 50 Best rankings. This underscores our ongoing commitment to championing the remarkable gastronomic talent thriving in the region.”
View the Top 50: Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 1-50
Asia’s Best Restaurants 51-100
No. 51
L’effervescence, Tokyo
No. 52
Xin Rong Ji, Hong Kong
No. 53
Jaan by Kirk Westaway, Singapore
No. 54
Ms. Maria & Mr. Singh, Bangkok
No. 55
Ta Vie, Hong Kong
No. 56
Dewakan, Kuala Lumpur
No. 57
Zén, Singapore
No. 58
Crony, Tokyo
No. 59
Jade Dragon, Macau
No. 60
Sushi Saito, Tokyo
No. 61
Americano, Mumbai
No. 62
Eatanic Garden, Seoul
No. 63
Blue by Alain Ducasse, Bangkok
No. 64
Born & Bred, Seoul
No. 65
Solbam, Seoul
No. 66
Sugita, Tokyo
No. 67
L’évo, Toyama
No. 68
Vea, Hong Kong
No. 69
Maz, Tokyo
No. 70
The Bombay Canteen, Mumbai
No. 71
Estro, Hong Kong
No. 72
Thevar, Singapore
No. 73
Nae:Um, Singapore
No. 74
Peach Blossoms, Singapore
No. 75
Summer Pavilion, Singapore
No. 76
Myoujyaku, Tokyo
No. 77
Ministry of Crab, Colombo
No. 78
Xin Rong Ji (Nanyang Road), Shanghai
No. 79
Comorin, Gurugram
No. 80
Hommage, Tokyo
No. 81
Mustard Seed, Singapore
No. 82
Cloudstreet, Singapore
No. 83
Esquisse, Tokyo
No. 84
Metiz, Manila
No. 85
Refer, Beijing
No. 86
Ensue, Shenzhen
No. 87
Dum Pukht, New Delhi
No. 88
Godenya, Hong Kong
No. 89
Kwonsooksoo, Seoul
No. 90
Haoma, Bangkok
No. 91
Alla Prima, Seoul
No. 92
Wana Yook, Bangkok
No. 93
Côte by Mauro Colagreco, Bangkok
No. 94
Gaa, Bangkok
No. 95
Raan Jay Fai, Bangkok
No. 96
Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet, Shanghai
No. 97
Lamdre, Beijing
No. 98
Ekaa, Mumbai
No. 99
Fu1015, Shanghai
No. 100
Howard’s Gourmet, Hong Kong
(Hero and feature image credit: Xin Rong Ji)
Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants was launched in 2013 to celebrate gastronomy across the region and to provide diners around the globe with local insight and culinary recommendations. Since its inception, it has quickly grown to become the premier gastronomic ranking in the region, with its awards events marking the greatest annual gathering of chefs, restaurateurs, media and food industry VIPs.
