The Chairman in Hong Kong has been named The Best Restaurant in Asia at the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 awards, held in Hong Kong on 25 March 2026, marking its return to the top position since first winning in 2021.

The annual ranking, compiled by the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy, spans 17 cities this year, reflecting the diversity and continued evolution of dining across the region.

Rikki Tidball, Managing Director – Events, 50 Best, says: “This year’s ranking brings together a remarkable collection of much-loved restaurants across 17 cities in the region. Heartfelt congratulations go to all the restaurants on the list, especially The Chairman on being named No.1 in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026. The restaurant’s dedication to honouring refined Cantonese traditions and exceptional ingredient-driven cooking truly sets it apart. The commitment to culinary excellence and boundary-pushing gastronomy demonstrated by all of the restaurants on the list is a tribute to the exceptional talent and innovative spirit that define Asia’s vibrant restaurant scene.”

Indonesia’s Growing Presence on the Regional Stage

Indonesia’s representation this year highlights a continued shift in how its dining scene is positioned within Asia.

Jakarta’s August ranks at No.42, earning the title of The Best Restaurant in Indonesia, while Chef Ardhika Dwitama is recognised as Asia’s Best Pastry Chef, sponsored by Valrhona.

In Bali, Locavore NXT enters the list at No.44, marking Ubud’s first appearance in the 1–50 ranking. The restaurant’s inclusion signals a broader recognition of Indonesia’s evolving culinary landscape, particularly through concepts that focus on local sourcing, research, and sustainability.

Together, these achievements reflect two parallel directions within Indonesia’s dining scene—one grounded in refinement and contemporary Indonesian cooking, and another shaped by experimentation and hyperlocal systems.

Regional Highlights Across Asia

Beyond Indonesia, the list reflects strong performances from major dining cities. Bangkok leads with nine restaurants, followed by Tokyo with seven, while Hong Kong, Seoul, and Singapore each secure six spots.

New entries and re-entries continue to shape the ranking, with Hangzhou’s Ru Yuan (No.10) named Highest New Entry and Beijing’s Lamdre (No.17) awarded Highest Climber.

Across the list, restaurants demonstrate a wide range of culinary approaches—from traditional Cantonese cooking at The Chairman to contemporary interpretations of regional cuisines, reflecting how chefs across Asia continue to redefine their culinary identity through local ingredients and techniques.

A Broader Reflection of Asia’s Dining Landscape

The 2026 list also introduces new cities such as Kasauli, Penang, and Ubud into the top 50, underscoring a wider geographical spread and growing diversity within the region’s dining scene.

With recognition spanning established culinary capitals and emerging destinations, this year’s results highlight how Asia’s restaurant landscape continues to evolve, driven by both heritage and innovation.

Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 Top 50 List: 

  1. The Chairman — Hong Kong
  2. Wing — Hong Kong
  3. Gaggan — Bangkok
  4. Mingles — Seoul
  5. Nusara — Bangkok
  6. Meet the Bund — Shanghai
  7. Chef Tam’s Seasons — Macau
  8. Gaggan at Louis Vuitton — Bangkok
  9. Ling Long — Shanghai
  10. Ru Yuan — Hangzhou
  11. Fu He Hui — Shanghai
  12. Sorn — Bangkok
  13. La Cime — Osaka
  14. Onjium — Seoul
  15. Masque — Mumbai
  16. Sézanne — Tokyo
  17. Lamdre — Beijing
  18. Sühring — Bangkok
  19. Odette — Singapore
  20. Seroja — Singapore
  21. Sazenka — Tokyo
  22. Logy — Taipei
  23. Born — Singapore
  24. Neighborhood — Hong Kong
  25. Potong — Bangkok
  26. Eatanic Garden — Seoul
  27. Ms. Maria & Mr. Singh — Bangkok
  28. Maz — Tokyo
  29. 102 House — Shanghai
  30. Naar — Kasauli
  31. Florilège — Tokyo
  32. Estro — Hong Kong
  33. Myoujyaku — Tokyo
  34. Crony — Tokyo
  35. Caprice — Hong Kong
  36. Le Du — Bangkok
  37. Narisawa — Tokyo
  38. Les Amis — Singapore
  39. Au Jardin — Penang
  40. Labyrinth — Singapore
  41. Mosu — Seoul
  42. August — Jakarta
  43. Bium — Seoul
  44. Locavore NXT — Ubud
  45. Nae:Um — Singapore
  46. Mono — Hong Kong
  47. Wana Yook — Bangkok
  48. La Bourriche 133 — Shanghai
  49. 7th Door — Seoul
  50. JL Studio — Taichung