authentic Indonesian cuisine. Allllll locals so you know it's good. It gets crowded around dinner time but turn around is quick and food comes fast. The owner also helps wait tables and is super nice. read more

Awang Kitchen - Bakso Beranak / Pregnant Meatball - Indonesian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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A friend and I came here for lunch. When I arrived she was already there. The waitress was friendly and attentive. Inside was not very big. We ordered fried shrimp chips, grilled Pompano fish, meatballs with swallowed meat, crispy chicken skin, and fried savory fishcake combo. My friend said Indonesian shrimp chips were not the same as Chinese shrimp chips. These were bigger and denser than the smaller more delicate ones I was use to. Plus the flavor is stronger. The fish was smoky, crispy on the outside moist and flaky on the inside. The meatballs had that unique texture of bouncy and chewy. It had good flavor. There were two different types of noodles in the soup that the meatballs came in. We were also surprised the fried fishcakes also came in a noodle soup. Apparently, the combo comes with noodles in soup even though that's not what the picture looked like. The crispy chicken lived up to its name; it was very crispy but not a whole lot of flavor. Still the crunchy texture made it addictive. If you like authenticate Indonesian flavors you will definitely be happy here. read more

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Busy restaurant with authentic Indonesian food. Had various dishes from chicken fried rice, steamed vegetables, chicken satay, beef rendang (hubby's favorite) and fried calamari. Enjoyed two shaved ice dessert with tropical fruits. Service was friendly. Would return to try other dishes. read more

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This was my main destination and goal for visiting New York. We enjoy the food immensely and love the food and people here. Very kind hospitable staff and owners serving delicious Indonesian food. They are banging out all the home runs for all the dishes we ordered. From simple appetizers to entrees to desserts - they all tasted authentic and sensational. I think my next visit , I'll be sure to order additional to go orders and leave an empty check in luggage to transport back home :) Thank you AWANG Kitchen for keeping it real and wonderful!!!!! read more

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The service was good and it was a nice cozy place that wasn't too cramped. But the food was overpriced and only so so. The portions are also quite small. Maybe their lunch specials are better. So the menu or anywhere in the restaurant does it say there's a credit card surcharge until the bill comes. Pretty sure that's against the NYC laws.... read more

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This is easily my favorite spot for Indonesian food in New York. I loved getting to try some classics and some new dishes. Gado gado - great variety of vegetables, rice cake, tofu, and onion crackers in a rich and comforting peanut sauce. Curry jackfruit - savory, rich, and warm, with tender jackfruit. Cilok goreng - chewy like mochi and with a sweet and savory peanut sauce. This worked out to $38 with tax, tip, and card fee. But I definitely over-ordered, just the gado gado is enough for a whole meal. This was worth the trip. read more

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A novice to Indonesian food and I'm already loving it! -Nasi Telor Komplit Dengan Rendang and Ayam (Rice plate with beef Rendang, eggs, and fried chicken): The eggs can be cooked to your liking and I chose runny and it's doused in some kinda savory sauce. The fried chicken is crispy and well seasoned. The beef Rendang is slightly dry (I blame the cut of meat) but the coconut sauce was really good. Love this! -Gado-Gado Jakarta (Mixed Steam Veggies): fresh steamed veggies, tofu, tempeh, rice cake, prawn crackers, served with a peanut sauce. Who knew blanched veggies would be this good?! The peanut sauce was sweet and creamy. It was the perfect accompaniment to the veggies. Highly recommend! The food was really tasty and fresh. It was a good value too because I can make two meals out of it. Would return to try more dishes for sure! read more

Awang Kitchen - Gado-Gado Jakarta / Mixed Steamed Vegetable - Indonesian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Came for dinner at 6 PM on a Friday, no wait for a table. Chicken satay was tasty. Beef rendang was great - the soup it came with was actually my favorite. Curry jackfruit side was also good. Overall I like sumatera more, but this was solid! read more

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I've been on a search for cireng (fried tapioca cake) and this was probs the only spot in the area that served it. The restaurant isn't that small, but I could definitely see it getting packed during peak hours. Ordered for take-out, but noticed a lot of regulars speaking to the workers in Indonesian when I went to pick up -- a promising sign, right? I was craving a noodle dish, so the BAKMI AYAM JAMUR really hit the spot. The broth was comforting and clean, with tender and well-seasoned beef balls. The noodles were thick and chewy, while the assortment of toppings added some crunch to the dish. NASI GORENG TEK-TEK was a fried rice with a unique flavor profile; it had the perfect amount of spice and seasoning with a contrasting texture from the fried bits of egg noodles. The sweet sauce and pickled cucumbers paired well with the saltiness of the fried rice. Last but not least, I finally got my CIRENG and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The sweet and spicy sauce was divine and balanced the savory fried tapioca cake. Huge fan of everything we ordered! I'm not particularly well-versed in Indonesian food, but this is definitely one of the best spots I've tried thus far. Flavors/textures were amazing and prices were reasonable. Looking forward to trying more from here! read more

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Wanted to love Awang more than I actually did since the staff is welcoming and lovely, but unfortunately the food was a miss for me. We came around 7pm and the restaurant was actually quite full. It's a smaller space, so reservations are recommended if coming in with a party of 4 or more. Most entrees appear to be individual portions, with a few dishes that are available for family style. There were a few dishes that the staff recommended to be family style (i.e., beef rendang and the veggies) but the portions were so small! We ordered individual entrees, and unfortunately it was just a lot of rice/noodles, but not much of the protein of choice. Everything was also really sweet?? The spice here is pretty decently spicy. Overall, wasn't the biggest fan, and unsure if I'll be returning. read more

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Went here a long time ago. Thanks Andie for the recollection in terms of prices from last year. I remember my favorites also being the Cliok Goreng, the Sate Kambing, and the Rendang even though the latter was small. I am 90% sure I had a Teh Botol to drink as I like the brand. Outside of this spot, I haven't had Indonesian much outside of I believe Sky Cafe once, Java in South Slope, and the Javo-Indo Market nearby here. I'd go back here. Cilok Goreng/Tapioca Cake Balls- 15pcs for $7.50. Nice texture. Peanut sauce went well with it. Sate Kambing/Young Goat. 5 skewers for $17. Very good tender goat with a nicely spiced/well flavored sauce. Would get again. Beef Rendang/Beef With Spicy Coconut Milk. $24. Small but a good beef dish. I prefer drier rendang and this was excellent with a good spice blend. Would recommend even at the price point. Gado Gado/Mixed Salad. $13. I remember liking the tofu pockets on there. The peanut sauce was fine. This was an OK version. Sayir Gulai Nangka/Curry Jackfruit. $6. Mild and light but I liked the jackfruit texture. Telor Dadar Bawang Cabe/Omelet With Garlic, Onion, and Chili. $6. Lightly flavored also. Just OK. - Udang Goreng Sauce Telor Asin/Shrimp & Salted Egg. $24. Honestly don't remember outside of enjoying it. Tongseng Kambing/Curry Goat. $17. A bit small and bony but the flavors were nice. read more

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Heard about Awang on social media and knew my Elmhurst food crawl would not be complete without it. Food was delicious and lived up to the hype!! -Started off with the pempek combo with fried savory fish cake and savory fish skin cake. It came with a sweet and tangy sambal sauce that was nice for an appetizer. -Pregnant meatball soup was a hearty soup with meatballs embedded into a larger meatball. They were all juicy and chewy. Loved how it came with two types of rice noodles to give it more texture. -The kangkung hot plate was absolutely my favorite!! As a fan of water spinach/morning glory, this dish combined fresh veggies with this addicting garlic-y, umami soy based sauce. The wok hei was on point and had a nice charred aroma as it sizzled on the plate. I wish I had the whole dish to myself!! -The calamari salty egg sauce was a close second! Each piece was super chewy and coated nicely with an aromatic salted egg yolk sauce. Egg yolk flavors came through and was well seasoned. Again wish I ordered al la carte instead of entree to get more! -The beef rendang featured a tasty rendang curry that had a strong black pepper and coconut cream flavor. The beef on the other hand was a little too dense for me. -The crunch chicken was freshly fried with generally juicy meat. It was yummy for sure but nothing unique and can skip next time. -I had to get myself a milo dinosaur and loved how it wasn't too sweet and strong milo and chocolatey flavors!! -Ended my meal with a serving of chendol. While the green jelly and coconut cream/sugar flavors were tasty, it was too sweet for me, especially since they added jackfruit pieces. The restaurant is nothing fancy but it does remind me if casual HK cafes that I grew up going to so it felt very cozy. One staff member was warm and friendly while the other wasn't. Food came out quick. Cash is cheaper than card. Can't wait to come back next time! read more

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Great food with lots of variety on the menu! Definitely a place that hits the spot whenever I miss Indo food. Favorite was either the fish or the batagor. read more

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So far best Indonesian restaurant i have been to.. the best part is having a family member that is Indonesian.. I cant say I will remember all the names of the food we ate but the ones I have posted are amazing! Service is impeccable! place is small but decent enough if you get there early . I have seen people form a line because it is just that good.. always look forward to going there and make sure to have an empty stomach.. read more

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Food here is absolute delight Very flavorful and filling Had the pampek palembomb, mie goreng tek tek noodles, ayam goreng kalasan, tongseng kambing Service was great, super friendly and chill. Inside has decent amount of seating read more

This is our first time trying Indonesian food. We ask server what dishes you are known for, she recommended the following dishes. Bakmi Ayam Kang Kung- chicken noodle, water spinach hot plate, egg noodle chicken, mushroom, quail egg and water spinach. Nasi Bungkus Padang- rice in banana leaf wrap padang style, grill chicken, curry jack fruit egg salad, potato fritter and slice cucumber. Soto Betani- betawi style soup, beef, beef tripe, tomato and potato in coconut, milk soup with white rice, padi oat cracker. Dessert- Esteler, ice teler, avocado, coconut, basil seeds, jack fruit, sugar palm fruit, grass jelly, milk, coco padang syrup and shave ice. The recommendations by server, the Bakmi Ayam Kang Kung good taste. Nasi Bungkus Pandang, found more rice than meat and lack seasoning. Soto Betawi, the soup was good. Estelle, look like this dessert was sitting ice melted made it watered down. read more

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authentic indonesian place with a pretty big menu. the beef rendang was very good but thought the mie goreng was much sweeter than i prefer. seems to be frequented by a lot of locals and theres a friendly laid back atmosphere. read more

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This restaurant has been on my rotation for years when I'm looking for comfort from another country that always hits the spot. Warm and comfortable flavors that consistently compliment each other well - one of my favorite dishes there is the salty yolk calamari and the crab egg foo young. Tasty food, large portions and fast delivery *chefs kiss* read more

decent indonesian food at reasonable prices, staff is pretty normal. pretty casual spot. it was nothing special, but it hit the cravings. i probably wouldn't return but it was definitely worth a try. read more

Awang Kitchen - Indonesian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Awang Kitchen serves up excellent Indonesian food, some of the best I've had, and I'm not at all surprised that it's in Queens! We came on a Saturday around 8:15, and while it was busy, there were luckily a few tables still available. Sate kerang (clam skewers) - So delicious with the sauce, tomatoes, and bits of raw onion (and I'm not even a fan of the latter). $10 gave us six skewers, and it was surprisingly filling since it also came with pieces of steamed rice cake. I probably could've ordered two of these for myself as an entire meal, which would've made me happy as a... well, y'know. Nasi bungkus Padang (rice in banana leaves wrapped Padang style) with salty squid and sator beans - The squid is definitely salty, but super flavorful and funky and spicy, so it works well when mixed with the rice, egg, jackfruit, potato, and veggies. Ikan bawal bakar padang (grilled pompano with Padang sauce) - I was obsessed with the barbecue-y coconut milk sauce, and the fish was so flaky and tender. They butterflied it before grilling, so it was pretty easy to eat, and I was able to avoid most of the bones. Jus alpukat - I was so excited to see this avocado milkshake, because I used to get it from Kopi Kopi in West Village back when that cafe was around. At first I wasn't sure why this was listed under the dessert section... then I found out. It's suuuper thick and decadent, and probably best shared. I had to bring the rest back and dilute it with some oat milk. Es teler - A nice refreshing way to end the meal, and I especially loved the pieces of sugar palm fruit, though a small part of me wishes I'd gotten the es cendol instead (my usual go-to). I also ordered two dishes to go: the nasi tim ayam jamur (steamed rice with chicken and mushroom chicken) with a side of bakso (meatball soup) and the fried cow's tongue with green chili entree. Both were delicious, but I especially loved the cow's tongue with green chili, it was really flavorful with a great kick. And it also came with a coconut milk curry soup that was tasty. Apparently they serve rijsttafel on weekdays for lunch! A shame I don't live closer, but I'll absolutely be back. read more

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I am Indonesian so this is a legit review Overall it was OK! 3.5/5.0. This and Sumatera are some of the best Indonesian restaurant in NYC area. I'm not gonna compare this to food in Indo.. that would just makes me sad. Fav food: Iga Bakar, Batagor Fav drinks: Sweet Avocado juice (!) read more

We were recommended this place by an Indonesian, and it surely did deliver! Compared to Indonesian food in Manhattan, this was much tastier, beating our expectations and restoring our impression of the cuisine. The savory fish cake appetizer and the nasi bungkus padang with beef rendang was so good. The chicken noodle water spinach wasn't bad but I would've preferred getting another nasi dish instead, as the noodles were soggy. The food was also super affordable, costing less than what we typically spend for lunch even with appetizer, two entreés, and dessert. read more

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I'd rate Awang Kitchen three and a half stars. This was my reintroduction to Indonesian food. I've only been to one other Indonesian restaurant about five years ago and it has closed since, so I've been interested to return to the neighborhood to try this spot. It's a welcoming, casual, mom & pop atmosphere. I presumed we were welcomed by the owner operator who has two bulletin boards filled with pictures of himself with customers. He proceeded to have dinner at a nearby table, so it definitely felt like you were eating in his dining room. Seemed like most of the customers knew him or each other. Playlist is surprisingly filled with hip hop hits. We shared the Indonesian platter. It's a set up commonly seen in south and southeast Asian restaurants. The portion size was certainly good for two. The waitress recommended getting another dish, so we ordered the goat satay; however, the extra dish was not necessary. The platter came with six dishes and a big bowl of rice as well as a large rice cracker. The first and most memorable dish that I tried was the fried beef tongue in a pepper sauce. The tongue was fried pretty crisply, so I'm not sure I would have quickly identified it as tongue. The pepper sauce reminded me a lot of cheesy and pepper Bhutanese dishes. Next, I tried the clam satay. I preferred it to the goat satay that we ordered separately. Both came with a side salad or sauce with tomatoes, onions, and peppers. Third, I tried what I believe to be fish cakes. Crispy and mild. Certainly the most palatable for picky eaters. After that, I tried the salad with lettuce, cucumbers, bean sprouts, and a half boiled egg with a peanut sauce. It came with two soups which my wife seemed to enjoy the most, so I ended up trying those two last. One was a chicken soup with glass noodles. The other was a coconut curry soup with vegetables. We were pretty full after all the food, but we figured we'd try the ice teler dessert which was included. It's shaved ice topped with assorted jellies, avocado, beans, and what I would (second) best describe as a bubblegum syrup. Service was attentive and the food came out quickly. There was one single occupancy restroom. It was spacious, handicap accessible, and had a built on badette. read more

If you're craving an authentic Indonesian cuisine, you need to check out Awang Kitchen! I've been coming to this spot for a long time, and it never disappoints. The food is genuinely authentic and so flavorful. Why I Love Awang Kitchen: * Extensive Menu: They offer a wide range of traditional and homey Indonesian dishes, so there's something for everyone! * Generous Portions: The food here is not only delicious but also extremely affordable with generous portions. * Friendly Service: The staff are super friendly and always make you feel welcome. * Laid-Back Atmosphere: The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, perfect for a cozy meal with friends or family. Featuring: -Stuffed Fried Tofu -Fried Tapioca Cake -Crunchy Fried Chicken -Fried Calamari salty egg sauce -Chicken noodle water spinach Hot plate -Ice Teler -Avocado Milkshakes Follow @spinx17 for more NYC food recs! read more

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4.5/5 but rounding up to 5 Stars! Awang Kitchen has been on my list of "places to go" for the longest time! I finally made it there, and seriously, cannot wait to go back. This may be my favorite Indonesian restaurant! They have an incredibly extensive menu; offering some dishes that I've never seen in other Indonesian restaurants. Even though there was 10 of us, we "only" got to try 8 dishes. There's just so much one can eat, right?! Hahaha But that's ok, even more reason for a return trip. All of the dishes that we tried were incredibly flavorful and distinct to each dish. The sole disappointing dish was the Omelet; compared to our other dishes, this Omelet seemed bland. Here are the 8 dishes we tried tonight: MENU (shared by 5ppl): - Cilok Goreng (tapioca cake balls) 15pcs/$7.50: I've never had this before! These were pretty good. Loved the peanut sauce. - Sate Young Goat 5 skewers/$17: we originally wanted to try the Clam Skewers but they were sold out tonight; in lieu, we ordered the young goat skewers. They were terrific, and came with mini-rice cakes and a spicy sauce on the side. This sauce was outstanding! - Gado Gado (mixed veg w.peanut sauce) $13: basic salad w.Veg, Tofu & Rice cakes, topped with a delicious peanut sauce. - Sayir Gulai Nangka (curry jackfruit) $6.00: this was rather disappointing since the portion size was tiny. It came in a little teacup sized bowl. The flavors were very mild and unmemorable. - Telor Dadar Bawang Cabe (omelet w.garlic, onion & chili) $6.00: compared to our other dishes, this omelet seemed bland. I wouldn't order this again. - Beef Rendang (beef w.spicy coconut milk) $24: This dish was bursting with flavor and just delicious. My only complaint is that this came with 4 big chunks of beef. This dish would have been outstanding had the pieces of beef been smaller; absorbing more of the delicious flavors and sauce. - Udang Goreng Sauce Telor Asin (shrimp & salted egg) $24: Absolute perfection. The shrimp was nice and crispy, without being overcooked. This dish was so addictive! - Tongseng Kambing (curry young goat) $17: this was a very small portion for the price but pretty good nonetheless. - Rice $3/Bowl: None of the entrees come with rice, so you have to order the rice separately. (Note that they do have "over rice" dishes if you don't want a full-sized entree). Service & Hospitality were very good. My only complaint is that all of our dishes came out at the same time (even though I asked them to space out the serving of the 8 dishes). It was a little overwhelming, and we ran out of room to place the dishes on our table. But service was very warm and friendly. There was a little confusion with the check, as we were paying cash, and there was no cash total; just a credit card total, which includes a credit card fee. Also, they charged tax on the combined credit card total. Tax and their "suggested tip" should be based only on our menu items; excluding the credit card fee. (Why would you charge us tax on a credit card fee; and why would we pay you tip for this credit card fee and the taxes?). Anyway, this confusing check forced us to recalculate 1). cash payment, 2). corrected tax, and 3). corrected 20% tip. Well...we paid the check with the corrected amounts and left. It's a good thing a few of us were lingering outside because the owner and waiter came running out, looking for us! I miscalculated the menu items (left out the cost of the rice), so I inadvertently shortchanged them by $18!! So sorry!! They very graciously said no problem and just let it go. Thank you so much!! :-) All-in-all, a fantastic, tasty meal. All 10 of us raved about the delicious flavors in most of the dishes. I will definitely be returning to try other menu items! read more

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Made the trek from the city to Elmhurst to eat some Indonesian food. It's was pretty good. My partner and I orders enough food to feed a family. We particularly enjoyed the people and the grilled short rib with soup. It was tasty, but too far away to go frequently. read more

Awang Kitchen - Grilled Sop Iga Bakar / Grill Short Rib - Indonesian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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I encouraged visiting this spot soon. Workers create the excellence this restaurant is known for. Their dishes completely amazed me. I've had multiple meals here without issues and the serving sizes are appropriate. I want to try more of their dishes next time. read more

The restaurant knows how to make customers happy. The kitchen balances appearance and taste. The restaurant is in a prime spot and feels welcoming. The entire team works seamlessly together. The entire visit displayed consistency. read more

The whole setup here shows real thought and care. Every bite was worth savoring. This spot balances looks and feeling perfectly. This spot delivers fast service with reasonable pricing. There's no doubt about coming back. read more

The cooking shows skill and the service shows training. The service team here deserves highest praise! The workers maintain pleasant interactions. Every dish shows quality execution. I'll definitely go back to improve their stars. read more

Out of all the places I've been to have authentic Indonesian food. This one is the top of the list in the US, and is most accurately the best as far as taste and authenticity goes. I highly recommend trying this place if you're Indonesian, or have been Indonesia, and loved the food as I fell in love with it and take a chance because you will love it. My go to is Soto Betawi. read more

Awang Kitchen - Soto Betawi / Betawi Style Soup - Indonesian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

I'm Indonesian, so I'm very picky about the food! But seriously this place is so so so good! We ordered their lunch special rijtaffel which is a combo plate. $27 was such a steal deal because you get a plate of steam rice with gado2 (Indonesian salad, boiled veggies with peanut sauce), 3 sate kerang (clams satays), dendeng balado (deep fried beef with green chili sauce, 1/4 ayam kremes (Indonesian crispy fried chicken, you can eat the small bones bc they were so crunchy), lodeh (vegetables stewed in Coconut milk), soto ayam lamongan (Indonesian chicken soup), 1 shrimp chip, and a dessert (we chose es teler, Which is an indonesian mixed sweet drink). We also ordered sate ayam (chicken satay) $11 for 5 pieces, came with lontong (rice cake) and Thai ice tea. The food was so good. The combo plate was enough to share! Get this so that you can try variety of dishes! The sate ayam was big and yummy! My picky toddler loved their soto ayam! I certainly recommend this restaurant, great price and nice people working here, they were very friendly and helpful. read more

Awang Kitchen - $27 Rijtafel !!! Worth it! - Indonesian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Must try: Everything! Beef Rendang & Fried Chicken, Pompano Fish, and Chicken Satay! Why: Incredible Indonesian cuisine full of flavors and spices! Loved the Beef Rendang & Fried Chicken on a bed of rice and with a yolky egg on top. Loved the Pompano Fish and the Padang sauce. Loved the Chicken Satay with the peanut and sweet soy sauce. A group of 3 friends shared 5 dishes family style and we loved them all. Ended up ordering to-go to bring home to the family because it was so good! Notes: We came on a Sunday at noon and sat down right away with no wait. By 1pm it was full at capacity with the locals filling in. The workers were friendly and help us choose some dishes. We can't wait to come back and try the many other dishes. They also had TVs inside showing some Indonesian news channels I believe, which was a treat to watch. They also had outdoor seating options for those who prefer outdoor. read more

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Right now they have a lunch special between 12-3 and happy hours between 5-7on weekdays and for dine-in only.

From the moment you enter, you get greeted and seated. Unique menu with a variety of options. The flavors are so well balanced and delicious. Great background music and cute interior layout. read more

Our favorite place for authentic Indonesian food. The grilled pompano is the best in the city. The sauce is so savory and the fish is grilled to perfection and is juicy and tender. The salty fish fried rice is also really good. The umami of the salted fish makes for a fantastic fried rice especially with their spicy sauce. read more

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Queens is known for its incredible diversity and its vast array of restaurants that offer cuisine from all over the world. However, even in this diverse food landscape, Awang Indonesia stands out as a truly unique and exceptional restaurant. This is a no frills ambiance, except with exceptional food. Service is what you expect from a place that the food speaks for itself. What makes Awang Indonesia stand out is its commitment to offering authentic Indonesian cuisine. The flavors and spices used in Indonesian cooking are unlike those found in any other cuisine. The dishes at Awang Indonesia have a depth of flavor and complexity that is simply not found in many other restaurants in the area. the Tahu goreng (stuffed fried tofu)appetizer is an example of the unique flavors and textures that can be found here .The tofu is stuffed with a mixture of vegetables and spices, then deep-fried to create a crispy exterior that gives way to a soft and flavorful filling. Overall, Awang Indonesia offers a truly unique culinary experience that is unlike anything else in Queens. The commitment to authentic Indonesian cuisine, combined with the exceptional flavors and spices used in each dish, make it a must-visit for anyone looking for a truly special dining experience read more

Awang Kitchen - Indonesian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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There aren't too many Indonesian restaurants compared to other cuisines in NYC. The food here is pretty good. The crunch chicken has a light coconut taste that I really like. The beef is okay, not really spicy. The only thing I don't like is the vegetable on the egg; it has a strong mustard taste. The restaurant is pretty small. Service is quick. read more

Awang Kitchen - Crunch chicken Beef rendang Ayam goreng kalasan - Indonesian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

We were not familiar with Indonesian cuisine but would like to give it a try, and our friends recommended us Awang Kitchen. It was so popular with no available tables when we picked up our orders on a Sunday night. Their options on the menu were various from authentic Indonesian dishes to sushi & rolls. We had their Grilled Pompano Padang, Nasi Goreng Tek-tek / Tek-tek Fried Rice, Ayam Goreng Kalasan (al) / Coconut Marinated Fried Chicken and Gado-Gado Jakarta / Mixed steamed vegetable to share with a group of four with a total of $55, which was amazingly reasonable price. We can tell the food was decently their tastes, but just not really our types. We love the fried rice and the sauce from the mixed steamed veggies. However, the chicken and the fish were cooked too dry for us. We were not sure if it's overcooked or it's how Indonesian cuisine is supposed to be to present their protein. read more

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I've frequented this restaurant quite a few times, and it's about time to give a review. The service here is no-frills and becomes nonexistent once you receive what you ordered. On a few occasions, it takes us too long to leave after having our meal because we can't find the server. The restaurant's interior has a very casual and practical setup. They have an extensive menu of traditional and homey Indonesian dishes. The food here is not only good, but it's also extremely affordable with generous portions. We had the meal combo of egg with beef rendang and fried chicken (4.5/5), it consisted of a variety of viands that were delicious. The beef rendang had a mildly spicy and coconut flavor. The fried chicken that came with it was quite standard but could use more salt; it was a tad bit bland. The rice came with two sunny side up eggs, drizzled with an umami rich sauce, and garnished with fried onions. The marinated fried chicken (4/5) was similar, crispy but also bland. It came with a side of a turmeric-based soup that was a delightful addition to the meal. For our drinks, we had the ice grass jelly and avocado milkshake, which were great but a tad bit too sweet for my liking. read more

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