Asian is one of the most sought-after cuisines of the current era. From the health benefits (of certain dishes) to the flavour profile and the whole sophistication factor that comes with Asian food, has led to only a rise in its popularity of it in the past decade.

Asian restaurants in Mumbai are in abundance. However, only some places nail that true balance in flavours that each Asian dish is supposed to be laced with.

Here we are talking about some of the top Asian restaurants in South Mumbai, an area that is known for its architectural marvel, posh localities and old-school charm that never goes out of style! Let’s get into it!

1. China Bistro

An acclaimed restaurant by the best food critics in Mumbai, China Bistro has multiple outlets in Worli, Chembur, and Thane. This restaurant that screens live sports matches along with a full bar of beer, cocktails and wines, has quickly made a reputed name for itself in the city.

Their fish in mustard sauce and dynamite prawn and fiery chicken lollipop attract curious Chinese food fanatics from across the city. Some of the best Chinese dishes that the restaurant recommends are their coriander pot noodles, spicy Tai pai chicken and smoked basil fish. Their chocolate tsunami is the perfect dessert to end your meal with.

Price for two: ₹2000 | Open in Google Maps

2. Pa Pa Ya

A restaurant with an upscale contemporary setting and menu reflecting the flavours of modern Asian cuisine, Pa Pa Ya has to be on the top of your go-to places if you love sophistication. Curated by Zorawar Kalra, Pa Pa Ya uses molecular gastronomy and mixology in the menu.

With an elegant beige and brown ambience, this restaurant offers comfortable seating. Pa Pa Ya mostly attracts youngsters and middle-aged Asian food connoisseurs of the city. The best time to visit would be after 8 pm. Since this place is quite popular among the upper-class people of the city, we recommend you to pre-book the table.

With a wide variety of pan Asian dishes, this restaurant offers a good range of authentic Japanese dishes that would satisfy all your umami cravings. Their most loved dishes are Kappa Maki and open-faced sushi rolls. With the outstanding interiors and the aroma of delicious food, you are going to love Pa Pa Ya!

Price for two: ₹2000 | Open in Google Maps

3. Sun And Moon Korean Restaurant

When it comes to Korean restaurants in Mumbai, Sun and Moon are certainly some of the best in town. With its vibrant ambience, K-pop music playing and all the delicious Korean delicacies being served, Sun and Moon set a benchmark for all Korean eateries of the city.

The menu here is quite elaborate which serves everything from Kimchi to fish cakes, Ramen, Korean fried chicken, dumplings, soups and much more. Order your favourite Korean items, sip in Soju and you'll have the best Korean experience!

Price for two: ₹2000 | Open in Google Maps

4. Shizusan

If you're a sucker for aesthetic interiors with a warm vibe, then this is for you. Shizusan in Worli can be your go-to Asian restaurant with lavish interiors and outstanding food and drinks menu. Find a private corner for yourself, sip on some heartwarming Miso soup, enjoy the best-selling Sriracha blush Sushi, and it will add spark to your otherwise bleh day!

With huge portions and several platters to choose from, Shizusan is also the perfect place if you are planning to hang out with a bunch of friends.

Apart from these, Shizusan is also loved for its packaging. So if ever you plan to order from this place, be ready to see your beautiful food in an even more beautiful package which you are going to love. With delicious food and great service, Shizusan is very serious about the aesthetic of absolutely everything at their restaurant. No wonder it's a crowd pleaser!

Price for two: ₹1500 | Open in Google Maps

5. Ling’s Pavilion

Chinese food lovers of Mumbai, reunite! If you say that you love Chinese and you haven't been to Lings Pavillion, this is your sign to cancel all your weekend plans and pay a visit to this lovely restaurant! You'll thank us later!

Ling's Pavilion is a celebrated Chinese and Seafood speciality restaurant that serves some of the best food from China. The place is elegant with a hint of quirkiness. We love the small staircase and the windows that make this place look spacious and elegant.

The extensive food menu consists of a mix of Indian-Chinese and authentic Chinese dishes. The seafood delicacies are worth trying too. If you're someone who loves having a variety of meats on your platter, then this place might become your favourite. Our top picks from the menu include Roast Pork with mushrooms and Bamboo shoots, Mongolian Chicken, Roast duck, prawns on toast, Burnt garlic fried rice and assorted meat and tofu on noodles.

Price for two: ₹1500 | Open in Google Maps

6. Koko

For all the spicy Chinese gravy lovers, Koko is the place to go. Situated in Kamala Mills, Lower Parel, this resto-bar is spacious and tastefully designed, a hot spot for several youngsters that blow off some steam here after a long tiring day.

Along with their amazing Chinese dishes, this is the best place to venture some prawn sushi. The restaurant recommends their tenderloin bao, crispy prawn Cheung fun and their dumpling basket that has the most amazing spicy chilli duck dumplings.

A perfect place for both - a date and dinner, this Chinese restaurant attracts loads of people from all over the city.

Price for two: ₹2500 | Open in Google Maps

7. Keiba

A pan-Asian restaurant with great food and an even more beautiful ambience, Keiba is known for its alfresco dining area. A flower-studded semi-roof, open-air dining with magnificent yellow lights all around and a chic setup- what else do you need for a beautiful dining experience?

Talking about the food, the chefs at Keiba do know their food very well. Every dish is an example of finesse and authenticity. Some of the dishes look so good that you wouldn't even want to put your chopsticks into them! So grab your phone camera because you'd want to click hundreds of photos of food and course yourself at those pretty corners of the restaurant!

Their menu offers a fine selection of Pan-Asian delicacies with good options of beverages to choose from. Our favourites include Miso soup, Wasabi mushrooms, chives crystal dumplings and crispy spicy avocado sushi.

Price for two: ₹2000 | Open in Google Maps

8. Gypsy Chinese

A popular Dadar eatery, Gypsy Chinese is one of the best Chinese restaurants in Mumbai, has always maintained the authenticity of Chinese food. This special restaurant does not need much of an introduction as Mumbaikers are very much familiar with this place.

For those who have not visited this place yet, they can expect seasoned crab soup and crabmeat soup, chicken Manchurian and crunchy spring rolls that are the prime highlight of this place. This counts as another age-old restaurant that still serves all its customers at affordable rates.

Price for two: ₹1000 | Open in Google Maps

9. Mainland China

This esteemed Chinese cuisine restaurant chain in Mumbai has many outlets in the city. Popular for their lavish buffets, especially their lunch buffet caters to both vegetarian and non-vegetarian people.

Depending on the day of the week and your food preferences, the restaurant alters its menu with a long list of customer favourites and chef recommendations like spinach dumplings, roast duck and jumbo prawn.

Their chicken sui mai, braised Sapo chicken and the egg fried rice are all must-haves, and of course, their kimchi is delicious.

Price for two: ₹1000 | Open in Google Maps

10. Kuai Kitchen

If you are thinking of authentic Asian fare in an ambience that’s cool and eclectic, then this is your place. Kuai kitchen on the Shaheed Bhagat Singh Road is all about the energetic vibes and we are all in for it!

The ambience is a good medley of colours and rustic elements. Brick walls and huge murals painted on them with the lights give a very casual feel which makes the place perfect for a hangout with your best buddies. The seating is not the most comfortable one but you can still spend quality time with your pals here.

The menu at Kuai Kitchen is all authentic Asian food. Dynamite Roll, Mushroom Rice, and the Sushi Platter are some of the most popular dishes on the menu. Don’t miss the fragrant and flavourful Wasabi Prawns, noodles and Pad Thai if you are a hardcore Asian food fanatic. Portion sizes are huge which is another plus point here.

Price for two: ₹1500 | Open in Google Maps

11. Tamnak Thai

This lovely Thai restaurant on the Veer Sawarkar Marg is made for all Thai food lovers of the city. With a proper fine dining setup and good wines on the menu, this can be your next destination for a romantic Thai dinner date.

The ambience is modern and classy. Off white walls, yellow lights, huge paintings make the place look very elegant, warm and inviting. The table setup and glassware bring out the sophistication which makes this place perfect for a dinner with your special someone.

The menu displays some classics from Thai cuisine. Our favourites from the menu include Tamnak Thai, Pad Thai, Thai Green Curry, Tom Kha Gai and the most delicious Tom Yum Goong. Prices are a bit on a higher-end but with the ambience, service and quality of food, it is all worth every penny that you pay.

Price for two: ₹2000 | Open with Google Maps

12. Burma Burma

An award-winning restaurant that claims to serve the most delicious Burmese food in India, Burma Burma has to be among the places serving some of the best vegetarian food in Mumbai. With modern and exquisitely designed interiors, they serve traditional Burmese food that is presented in a very elegant manner.

They also have a wide selection of vegan items on their menu. These are loved by the vegan population of the city. All credits go to the balanced textures and flavours along with the brilliant presentation.

The salads menu is small yet impactful. With innovative approaches and techniques, these salads are worth a try and we are absolutely in awe of them. Our favourite salads from the menu are Raw Mango Salad, Grilled jackfruit Salad and the Sunflower leaves and crispy wheat flakes salad. They're unique, healthy and delicious.

Price for two: ₹1200 | Open with Google Maps