Aidan G.

Wow! Saw this place on SF chronicle top 100 restaurants in the Bay Area. I was surprised to see something from my hometown on the list so i had to check it out!!! The tea leaf salad was a nice blend of textures and flavors, very refreshing while also slightly salty/savory :). My favorite was the Ying Yang noodle! The fried noodles were done perfectly! Those in combination with egg base broth create such a smooth and delightful texture. The Rendang curry was nice! Lots of chicken which I'm a fan of, and not as spicy as it seems. The house chili tilapia was quite epic!!! They must put a whole bottle of the sauce over the fish, which is a sweet chili sauce. I think some of the texture/flavor is lost with the sheer amount of sauce, but never the less it was still enjoyable. Would definitely come back, the menu is extensive and has something for everyone.

Kai W.

I am surprised we've been sleeping on this great Malaysian restaurant for so long. We drop by this plaza fairly frequently since the aquatic center is just down the street. We decided to check this place out to try something different. The auntie who seated us was super nice, and was very helpful in making recommendations for vegetarian items. She kept checking on us throughout the meal as well which was very sweet. Comfortable seats with a great view of the kitchen, you get to see them prepare the food in front of you! We got the fried rice, pad thai, and the fried eggplant. The wok dishes all had plenty of wok hei flavor, and were all seasoned perfectly. We could not stop chowing down on the fried rice. Pad thai noodles were also perfectly al dented rather than mush that you get at some other places. The only thing that was not as great was the eggplant. While it was very crispy without being too greasy, it was underseasoned. The dipping sauce it came with helped, but it was not quite enough. Even with this I would highly recommend this place. The great service and the delicious fried rice and pad thai are worth the trip on their own.

Ying Xin F.

A hidden gem for Southeast Asian food in the Bay Area! A casual authentic Malaysian and Burmese cuisine for years, Mingala is a must-visit. Bak Kut Teh: A herbal broth rich with pork belly, pork ribs, mushrooms and tofu. It's a comforting dish, perfect on cooler days. Huat Dan Ho: Creamy egg sauce over your choice of thick horfun or thin vermicelli noodles, simply comforting, one of my favorites and it's hard to find this in the Bay! Ha Mee: A vibrant shrimp noodle soup that hits all the right notes. The shrimp taste is so pronounced and rich. Another favorite! Chow Kuey Teow: A classic, wok stir-fried with flat rice noodles, with wok hey (wok taste) and packed with flavors. Curry Seafood Clay Pot: A hearty pot filled with fresh seafood and aromatic red curry. Each dish brings a taste of Southeast Asia right to your table. And if it's extra kick you're after, don't forget to ask for their homemade sambal.

Sue L.

Stumbled upon this restaurant while walking since we were looking for a spot for lunch with my family. I was excited to try their food because I love Burmese food, and also realized that they also serve Malaysian food. It's quite spacious inside and wasn't extremely busy given that it was lunchtime. We were seated in one of the booths and it was very comfortable. It was great that one of the menus showed pictures of the food. We ordered a variety of dishes and they were all spectacular. Our favorite was the Salt and Pepper Fish Fillet since it was crispy and flavorful, especially paired with the sauce. We also enjoyed the Paratha, Curry Laksa Mee and Curry Seafood Claypot. Each dish tasted authentic, except for the Hainan Chicken. I would not recommend that since the chicken was bland and the sauces didn't help either. Would definitely recommend this spot to those who enjoy Southeast Asian cuisine. The servers were also very friendly and kept coming to our table to refill our waters. Also love that there's plenty of parking available since it's located in a plaza.

Anna C.

Authentic SEA food, staff (auntie) very sweet, recommended me to switch from Tom yum meehon to Prawn noodle soup bc she thinks I will like it more and I did! I can see/taste the "wok-hey" when the dishes come out. Love every bite, come try and you won't regret!

Francie M.

I'd thought I'd lost this place, but they just moved from Warm Springs to Newark. It had been so long I forgot what I ordered previously, so this time I got a dish with coconut rice, peanut marinated chicken, peanuts, veg, and pickle. The coconut rice was rich but not too sweet, while the richness of the chicken marinade balanced out the tang of the pickle. The veg were raw and a bit dried out so I skipped those. I also grabbed a Malaysian iced coffee, which was similar to classic Vietnamese coffee with strong brew balanced out by sweetened condensed milk. Sounds like you can customize the sweetness - I said "sweet" and it hit the spot. Logistics - indoor seating only - plenty of strip mall parking outside

Peter L.

2nd visit & was dissapointed. Chow kuey teow was horrible: bland & the noodle were all broken up; hainan chicken was more dry than last visit; roti was not fluffy & was more like made from frozen scallion pancake; Kaffir lime soup was ok, beef rendang was the saving grace.

Karina S.

Huge fan of Malaysian food, was excited to try this spot! Very cozy restaurant and it seemed like there were a lot of regulars here. Tried the chicken murtabak, gado gado, and char kway teow with beef. I think the chicken murtabak, which was a green onion pancake with chicken curry inside, was my favorite dish. Pancake was crispy and the chicken was super flavorful. The gado gado sauce was a bit sweet for my liking and could have had a bit of a stronger peanut taste, but was quite good nonetheless and the fried veggie fritters were an enjoyable addition!

Kimm N.

This restaurant is THE only one out of the entire east bay region that made it to the SF Chronicle Top restaurant list recently. Worth checking out if you haven't been here before. Fantastic authentic Malaysian food. Been one of my go to restaurant all these years when I crave for Ying Yong Huat Dan Ho or Hokkien mee noodles. They have one of the best Ying yong with the crispy noodle and gravy over it which you need to try. Exactly how it's done in Malaysia. I also love their main entrees, along with other appetizers such as roti canai (prata) and gado gado. Fast service and very friendly owner who takes time to introduce dishes to diners new to the southeast Asian cuisine.

Kristina K.

A late lunch with bestie after our shopping around this area. We only had 30 minutes left before this place is closed for lunchtime. We ordered food to share: Singapore behoon, balacan kangkung, and a bowl of steamed rice. The foods were surprisingly good! The service was good too. The place has a casual vibe. We'll be back

Han-Nha T.

Been here a couple times. All noodles and soups are stand out. Curries are good too, even the seafood ones and I typically don't love seafood curry. Noodles have good heat, soups and curries and rich and flavorful. Noodles have good bite and some dishes come with good lemon and chili sauces. Can be a bit salty but good management, fast service and food.

Austin W.

I visited Mingala with a group of friends, and we got to sample a wide variety of dishes from their menu. We tried the roti pratha with curry sauce, hokkien mee, rendang, belachan kangkung, salt & pepper fish fillets, café baby short ribs, and their coconut rice. Among everything we ordered, the café baby short ribs and the salt & pepper fish fillets stood out as clear favorites. The short ribs were incredible--the marinade, made with ground coffee, added a subtle bitterness that perfectly balanced the sweetness of the glaze. It's a unique flavor combination, and I can't think of another spot in the Bay offering anything quite like it. The salt & pepper fish fillets were also outstanding. While this dish isn't hard to find in the Bay Area, Mingala's version is one of the best I've had. The batter was light, thin, and perfectly crispy, with just the right amount of seasoning. It was a crowd favorite at our table--despite being one of the last dishes to arrive, it was the first to be polished off. The only (minor) criticism I had on the food was that the curries felt like they could've been more intense in their flavors. For example, I thought the beef rendang could have been reduced a bit more so the coconut flavors were more prominent. The dish itself was otherwise well made -- the beef was fall-apart tender. If you're craving traditional Malaysian and Burmese cuisine, Mingala is the place to go. The food is excellent, and I'd gladly come back to try more of their menu.

Esther C.

Been to Mingala a couple times now and it never disappoints. Swung by recently for the huat dan ho, honestly, one of the best I've had. The wok hei was on point, and the portion size was just right. Always hits the spot when I'm craving Malaysian food close by. Definitely a go-to in the area!