So excited a new cafe opened up in this corner and that it's a new small business owner! My husband…read moreand I have always wanted to attend their popups but it never worked out so we were very happy to see this spot open up walking distance from our house! I visited today during their first day of soft opening right before they closed and was the only customer with my 2 kids. The owner opened the door for me both entering & exiting which was very kind because navigating with a double stroller can suck (iykyk). Their soft opening menu didn't have everything they'll offer once fully opened but the owner was gracious enough to let me order a pandan soda to take back home for my husband. I ordered a pandan matcha latte with oat milk and it was delicious! Not too sweet but just enough pandan flavor that didn't get lost with the milk and matcha. The cafe itself is very pretty with couches, counter seating and tables. I loved the touches of Indonesian culture and my daughter spent a few minutes flipping thru the books they had open on one of the coffee tables. Overall I'm very excited to come here more often to try more of their drinks and enjoy the space alone or with my family!

Hijau Coffee has been a spot i've been eyeing for a long time but never had the opportunity to…read morevisit while they were a popup, but they've now opened a storefront in the heart of midtown! The new space is very bright and open, with plenty of seating. I especially liked the open countertop seats! I visited right as they opened (First customer!) and got to chat a bit with the owner and the baristas. Everyone was super friendly! The pandan latte, one of their signatures, is one of the best versions I've had to date. It is very balanced and not too sweet, which I find can be hard to get right with how distinct/strong pandan can be. They take advantage of their strong specialty coffee very well! I think Hijau deserves all the hype i've been seeing and I will definitely be returning to try their other drinks!

Came here for my birthday meal since I've been wanting to try it all year and here are my thoughts…read more FOOD: Dungeness Chili Crab (10000/10): This dish was a ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS, one of the BEST food I've ever tasted. The crab was tender, coated in a rich, glossy chili sauce that perfectly balanced sweet, tangy, savory, and spicy flavors. It paired beautifully with a side of rice. I'm already drooling just thinking about it and would 100% order it again in a heartbeat! Char Kway Teow (10/10): Amazing stir fried noodles. The flat rice noodles had a smoky, slightly charred flavor and were tossed with savory Chinese sausage, tender shrimp, egg, bean sprouts, and garlic chives. The dish offered a satisfying blend of sweet, salty, and umami flavors. It was comforting, flavorful, and wonderfully satisfying without feeling too heavy or oily. Singaporean laksa (10/10): This dish was similar to a Vietnamese curry with a fragrant, coconut-rich broth that delivered a balance of savory, spicy, and subtly sweet flavors. The rendang chicken was super tender, the yellow noodles were soft and soaked in flavors. It was the kind of dish that made it hard to put the spoon down. SERVICE: Staff was super nice and accommodating. Even gave me a free side of rice and deserts to go since I really enjoyed their chili crab sauce. AMBIANCE: The place was very clean and feels very homy. They also offer free chicken soup for you to sip on while you wait for all the tasty foods to come. Overall, AMAZING experience and phenomenal food! Would come back every single day if I'd lived closer :(

We found this spot after we visited Singapore and wanted to relive the food. This spot delivered…read more Everything we tried was delicious, but my favorites are: - char kway teow - really great wok hei flavor - hainan chicken - the most moist and flavorful hainan chicken I've ever had If you dine in, there is also complimentary self-serve chicken broth. Come here to enjoy great cooking.

We get our Indonesian fix from here. They carry plenty of yummy frozen Indonesian food. Great…read morecustomer service too.

You can find a lot of favorite Indonesian spices, sambals and yummy food here. It opens everyday…read more Wish they could have more stuff like the one in LA

A bit of a late post, but we had our wedding dinner here in December. The event was last minute as…read morethe goal was to have my mom join before she couldn't anymore, so this was incredibly meaningful. We kept it small and intimate (12 people) and Michelle was absolutely fantastic with answering all my questions and making sure everything went smoothly. We reserved a portion of the outdoor area with a few dividers, and the staff were kind and accommodating. The family loved the food - in fact, it was the first time I had seen my mom eaten so much in a very long time. The noodles were my favorite :) We had come here a few times before and all were great times, but very special shout out to the staff here. Thanks for making that evening special for me, my husband, and our family.

Catering service and I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the dishes!…read more What impressed me the most is the meat dishes. The Balado (short ribs) and Ayam Rica Rica (chicken) are so delicious! The chicken was soaked in some kind of red sauce that I mistook it as spicy. It actually just had a slight hint of a kick but the tomato-based sauce is deeply immersed into the chicken thigh meat. The meat is so tender and juicy and full of flavor. The Balado is the same. It's not spicy at all despite a very red looking sauce. The meat comes in big chunks but they are easily peelable. It's very satisfying to take in the delicious proteins. We also have a Garlic Nooodle on the menu and turns out that's the least favorite dish. Although I like the amount of mushrooms on it, it lacks any hint of garlic flavors and most importantly a spice was used on it that doesn't seem fitting. I couldn't nail it down whether it's basil leave or some kind of herbs, but it destroys the impression of garlic noodle completely. Someone also complained that the noodle is too sweet. I'm less offended by that but really disappointed by that herb mix. We also had the Gado Gado with veggies only and it has fried tofu and cucumber and peanut sauce. It's ok but slightly too bland for me. However, the shrimp chips are delish and divine! Overall the good credits of the meat dishes brings up the entire rating.

It was awesome We went there with a bunch of us and we tried…read morea lots of things and they were all fresh and delicious. Beff was super tensor and we love the authentic aroma of the dishes. Entrees were of good portion and it was very reasonably priced

Malaysian food always hits the spot, and this place does it right. A large location (looks bigger…read moreon the inside than the outside), this is a good place for large group gatherings and smaller catchups alike. We came here as a group of four on a Saturday afternoon before a movie screening and every dish was pretty good, the standout being the bird's nest (nest is edible), fried tofu, and noodles. Next time I want to check out some of the desserts as well, but unfortunately we were too full to even fathom another bite. A good problem to have! Service is friendly and parking is abundant. This is located in a very popular strip mall with a ton of options, but I would recommend coming here for a taste of authentic Malaysian cuisine.

Love the staff. Love the food. Nice dining room. Convivial…read more Very consistent, clean, flavorful, and they are ok when I say I just want x veggies with no onions et... Love the basil tofu, broccoli shrimp, curry veggies, tea salad, - just about everything. The only thing is the take out has a lot of plastic. I would prefer healthier and better for environment card board even if double boxed. or sauces not heated in plastic if need be.

Anytime I want Chinese food in San Jose I have to visit Sweet Mango. This food always tastes fresh…read more The restaurant always smells clean and the staff are very attentive. It's a positive vibe here for sure. Make sure you check the days they are open, I believe they are closed every Tuesday. We always order the same dishes. Kung Pao Chicken, Orange Chicken, Chicken Chow Mein, and Honey Walnut Prawns. Never have I had a disappointing dinner or lunch here. Make sure you ask for the chili oil if you enjoy spicy condiments. Located right next to downtown Willow Glen. Enjoy!!

Nice flavors in the food. Like that they use sheets of paper…read morefor the table covers. They toss out and replace with each party. Service was pretty good.

We ordered takeout over the phone, and the staff were very helpful in answering our questions and…read moremaking sure our order was ready on time. I ordered the Hainanese chicken, which came with soy sauce and turmeric rice. The chicken was tender, perfectly poached, and paired really well with the soy sauce. The turmeric rice was soft and well cooked, although I would have liked it to be a bit more fragrant. We also tried the nasi goreng, which was very flavorful with a slightly tomato-forward profile. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and were especially delicious. To round out the meal, we ordered the Malaysian milk tea, which was spot on. Overall, we really enjoyed our meal, and it was good enough to make us want to come back and dine in next time.

We had a team dinner at Straits in Santana Row with a group of about 15 people. The space is lively…read moreand works well for larger gatherings, which made it a convenient choice for a team event. That said, the food didn't quite deliver. I ordered the spicy basil chicken curry with coconut rice -- it was decent, but nothing particularly memorable or worth going out of your way for. The calamari leaned heavily on batter, overwhelming the actual seafood, and the Brussels sprouts were overly dressed to the point where the flavors felt unbalanced. Overall, it's a solid spot for group logistics and atmosphere, but from a food standpoint, it felt average. Not bad, just not something I'd prioritize for a return visit.

came here because i was looking for a place to eat n watch the world cup at the same time…read more vibes were great, but food was unfortunately mid. i think the issue was that it was all really really salty especially the chicken curry. the garlic noodles w beef had a good flavorful but they overcooked the noodles so that they were breaking apart. shaking filet mignon also had good flavorful but was also overcooked so it tasted dry.