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Nyonya has definitely been hit by the inflation rates as expected. Prices are up from the past but the food was still delicious. This time around I tried the deep fried squid balls (squid fishball covered with small cubed potatoes), seafood fried rice and sweet and sour chicken. The fried rice had a lot of wok hei and was mild in flavor but really tasty. It wasn't too spicy, just a hint of white pepper at the end. The seafood this dish had were shrimp, scallop and squid pieces. The sweet and sour chicken was crunchy and also generously coated with a lot of sauce. The fried squid balls reminded me of the korean corn dogs with the potato cubes covering it. The sweet chili sauce complemented it pretty well.
Wow, can't believe I've never reviewed Nyonya... a Chinatown staple... back to when it used to be located across the street! It was definitely before my Yelp days. Nyonya is consistent. The food is always good. The vibe, still hectic AF. (Back when the wait time would be over 1hr... ). The service is sometimes a miss... can cause anxiety and leave you hungry lol... but there are times when it's super nice. I'm not saying they are the best, but they are a solid choice for "Americanized" Malaysian food. (The seasoning is spicier in different parts of Malaysia.. but in Malaysia their version of chicken rice is not as delish as ones we had in Singapore, yea I said what I said). So, Nyonya went through an expansion phase... they used to have 2 locations in Brooklyn, which has now shuttered. This Grand St spot is the OG... serving up delicious eats for over 20+ years. I've been eating here for over 20 years... since my poor college days to my now mediocre salary days! lol What we love: Roti (airy & crispy); surong burong (taro nest is delish!), Hainanese chicken (silky smooth), and love love their morning glory with belacan sauce. They also have a dessert that I always get - momo-chacha (freaking bomb). Anyway, there's lots of good eats here so explore the menu and taste one dish at a time!
Came here for dinner and I will say it was eh. We were seated quickly and the staff were extremely nice and friendly. We ordered the sarang burong, seafood scramble egg chow fun, hainanese chicken over rice and the roti canai. The roti canai came out quick. The roti was cold but crispy. Guess it was just sitting there and not freshly made. Thankfully the curry dip was hot. The sarang burong came out next and it was very bland. No flavor what so ever. It was just stir fried chicken shrimp and veggies topped with cashews. Wish it was flavorful. Salt would have been nice or some sort of Malaysian flavor. The fried taro was cold also. Guess it was just sitting around til someone orders it. The hainanese chicken was also bland. Not even the dark soy sauce or the water downed hot sauce on side could have saved it. Only thing flavorful was the chicken flavored rice. The seafood scramble egg chow fun was the saving grace. Flavorful and tasty. Don't think I will come back and stick with going to West New Malaysia from now on.
Walked in on a sunday around 7 PM, and were seated at a table for 2 immediately. The restaurant was very large and had a lot of seating, and the waiters were quick to take our orders and fill our orders. There was a very extensive list of options on the menu. For our appetizer and entrees, we ordered the roti canai, Hainanese chicken, and tom yum clams, as well as chicken rice on the side. My favorite was the roti canai, but all of the savory dishes were very good and comforting. I normally never finish my rice, but the chicken rice went very well with the tom yum soup. For dessert, we ordered the ABC, which was a shaved ice dish with a variety of toppings. I didn't enjoy it as much as the other dishes, but it was refreshing and light. This meal came out to be about $35 per person after tax and tip.
Came here for dinner and it was packed! Luckily didn't have to wait long to be seated. We got two of the roti canai, and interestingly one of the dippings was spicer than the other. They also had small pieces of chicken in the spicy sauce. The beef skewers were amazing!!! Heavenly! They were juicy and so so flavorful even without the dipping sauce. The tom yum clams were okay, just not for me. The hainan chicken took the longest to come out surprisingly. It was nice and juicy. Service was good and they came by to refill our water several times. It is clean and roomy inside.
Been back a few times recently. Much happier with the service. Food came out comically quick for our last visit. Ambience is fine. There's some interesting lighting if you're moved towards the back of the main dining room. The bathrooms are also freshly renovated so it's clean and solid now, which is a plus. Chow kueh teow and the kang kung belacan are my staples here. The crispy golden fried squid is excellent, with light batter and good flavors. The Malaysian style spare ribs are intense and rich. Hainanese chicken is a bit bland and needs sauce.
My cousin and I came here for a late night dinner. Inside was larger than it looked from the outside. We both had hainanese chicken with rice. They warned us that the chicken was cold but we knew what it was. They also made sure we knew it was cash only. We saw. They gave a generous portion of chicken and rice. When you order it is the luck of the draw. I got all white meat with nary a bone while my cousin got all dark meat with lots of bone. Both white and dark was tender and delicious but I felt like I got more meat. The rice was very flavorful. The spicy dipping sauce was not too hot. The waitress kept our water glasses full and was attentive. It was a solid meal.
Affordable, authentic Malaysian food in Chinatown--literally not a single dish I didn't like! My family and friends raved about Nyonya. Compared to other Malaysian restaurants I've been to in NYC, the dishes here felt lighter and less oily. The menu is huge, and there's so much I still want to try. ＊Roti Canai 印度麵包 $6.5 * Their signature appetizer: the flakiest flatbread I've ever had, plus they even put a piece of chicken in the curry sauce on the side! ＊Beef Satay 沙爹牛串 $15.95 ** I often find beef skewers overcooked and tough, but here they got it perfect. Tender, charred, and with plenty of satay peanut sauce. ＊Sarang Burong 佛砵飄香 $21.95 ** Possibly the most underrated Malaysian dish and my personal favorite. The fried lace mashed taro is shaped like a bird's nest and topped with shrimp, chicken, mushrooms, and veggies. Similar to a taro puff pastry dim sum, and I swear any taro lover would love this. ＊Nasi Lemak 椰漿飯 $15.95 * I couldn't leave a drop because the curry was that good. Coconut milk rice made every bite even better. ＊Hainanese Chicken 海南雞 $13.95 (¼), $17.95 ( 1/2) Super silky, tender chicken, and the portion made the price totally worth it. ＊Coconut Pudding 椰子凍 They treated us to this coconut pudding on the house, which normally comes in a coconut shell. I was stuffed, but it was so light that I still finished every bite. ＊Malaysian Iced Coffee 馬來咖啡冰 $5.5 As always, malaysian coffee was way too sweet for me since it's mixed with condensed milk...
Came here for Chinese New Year lunch after walking around Chinatown and enjoying the festivities. There was a bit of a wait, about 15 mins, but they are very efficient and turn the tables over quick.It was a bit crowded and loud since it was Chinese New Year but it did not seem like tables were on top of one another. They had a special menu for the lunar new year but we stuck with our tried and true Hainanese and Thai Chicken, a few Roti Canais, and some skewers. Their food came out quick, but they did not forfeit flavor over speed.
Food: This restaurant's food is delicious! We tried the roti canai, beef satay skewers. curry fish, Indian Mee Goreng, and stir fried water spinach. All dishes were very tasty and enjoyable. The roti canai was perfectly crispy and thin. Beef skewers were moist and juicy with an excellent satay dipping sauce. The fish had great flavor but was definitely a bit overcooked and dry in some parts. The Indian Mee Goreng and stir fried water spinach were our favorites and so flavorful. They have a very extensive menu of authentic Malaysian dishes. Service: Service was excellent and staff are so warm and friendly! Ambiance: The restaurant is a good size and can accommodate both large and small groups. Seating is a bit tight, and tables are placed very closely together, but the overall ambiance is great. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant!
Walked in on a Saturday night and was seated immediately. Tons of seating for an amazing Michelin guide Malaysian restaurant! Able to easily accommodate parties of all sizes and fast service. Cash only. Tried the curry mee chicken. Absolutely blew my mind. Need to return to try their roti canai, roti telur, hainanese chicken and beef rendang.
I've been craving authentic Peranakan food for a while, and I'm so glad I found this gem! The kangkung belachan and crispy squid tasted exactly like how my popo (grandma) used to make them! so nostalgic and absolutely delicious. I'm droooooling yuuummm
We stayed at the NobleDen hotel across the street from Nyonya, so it was convenient on the rainy night we arrived. Luckily, we were seated right away. The restaurant had plenty of patrons and had many tables to accommodate them as well. A busy restaurant is a good sign! But don't forget to bring your cash to this establishment, because they don't take credit cards. I believe there was an ATM inside or close to the restaurant for your convenience. Their menu is extensive, so it took a bit of time to decide on what to order. ***OUR PICKS*** ROTI CANAI ~ (original thin and crispy) Malaysian all-time favorite, thin and crispy pancake with curry dipping sauce. This was flaky, crispy and chewy. Great texture! Very much like I've had at other good, Malaysian restaurants. The curry that comes with the roti was flavorful and not too spicy with a piece of chicken and potato. Great starter! 5/5 DUCK GINGER NOODLE SOUP ~ Special egg noodles served in homemade sauce or broth with ginger duck meat, vegetables & scallions. Tasty duck, though the pieces were small, so you have to be careful with many little bones. Noodles still had some crisp to them, so it wasn't soggy. They're just like the thin egg noodles you would get with wontons. Nice and comforting on a rainy evening. 5/5 CURRY MEE WITH YOUNG TAU FOO ~ Egg noodles served in a spicy lemongrass coconut curry, tofu, and vegetables stuffed with minced fish. Flavorful curry with lots of vegetables! Noodles were cooked just right. Loved it! 5/5 KANG KUNG BELACAN ~ Stir-fried water spinach with belacan, a Malaysian shrimp paste, typically includes chillies for added spice. Not too spicy, but seasoned well enough. A bit salty, but we enjoyed it. It probably would have been great with plain, white rice. 4/5 We totally forgot to get our 10% discount, which is given to NobleDen hotel guests. Nevertheless, we were happy with our meal. It was great to warm up with some comforting soup and noodles on our first night in New York.
24 days ago
This Malaysian restaurant in SoHo seriously knocked it out of the park! Everything we ordered was so flavorful, and this ended up being such a great find during our NYC trip. We ordered the roti telur (egg & onion), Hainanese chicken, prawn mee, and Chinese watercress. Starting with the roti telur, this was easily one of my favorites! The roti was warm and crispy with egg and onion inside, and it came with a side of red curry that was incredibly flavorful. Dipping pieces of the roti into the curry made it even better. Chinese watercress is already one of my favorite veggies, so of course I had to order it. I loved how it was cooked with a savory meat sauce that added so much flavor without taking away from the veggie itself. The prawn mee was another dish I really enjoyed. The broth had a strong, rich shrimp flavor, so if you love that seafood taste, you'll probably enjoy this one! The Hainanese chicken was tender and paired really well with the sauces on the side. Definitely don't skip the sauces because they added so much more flavor to each bite. Overall, everything we ordered was delicious and I would absolutely come back the next time I'm in SoHo. One important thing to know before visiting: they are CASH ONLY, so make sure you bring enough with you! read more
Great place with great food. This place is a staple to visit in Chinatown and awesome prices. My friends and I ordered staples like the hainanese chicken and roti and ordered new dishes like the tom yum soup and clams. Everything was super delicious and worth coming back to. Service was quick and nice and ambiance can get lively especially on weekends. Amazing experience 10/10 read more
3 months ago
Nyonya has definitely been hit by the inflation rates as expected. Prices are up from the past but the food was still delicious. This time around I tried the deep fried squid balls (squid fishball covered with small cubed potatoes), seafood fried rice and sweet and sour chicken. The fried rice had a lot of wok hei and was mild in flavor but really tasty. It wasn't too spicy, just a hint of white pepper at the end. The seafood this dish had were shrimp, scallop and squid pieces. The sweet and sour chicken was crunchy and also generously coated with a lot of sauce. The fried squid balls reminded me of the korean corn dogs with the potato cubes covering it. The sweet chili sauce complemented it pretty well. read more
Wow, can't believe I've never reviewed Nyonya... a Chinatown staple... back to when it used to be located across the street! It was definitely before my Yelp days. Nyonya is consistent. The food is always good. The vibe, still hectic AF. (Back when the wait time would be over 1hr... ). The service is sometimes a miss... can cause anxiety and leave you hungry lol... but there are times when it's super nice. I'm not saying they are the best, but they are a solid choice for "Americanized" Malaysian food. (The seasoning is spicier in different parts of Malaysia.. but in Malaysia their version of chicken rice is not as delish as ones we had in Singapore, yea I said what I said). So, Nyonya went through an expansion phase... they used to have 2 locations in Brooklyn, which has now shuttered. This Grand St spot is the OG... serving up delicious eats for over 20+ years. I've been eating here for over 20 years... since my poor college days to my now mediocre salary days! lol What we love: Roti (airy & crispy); surong burong (taro nest is delish!), Hainanese chicken (silky smooth), and love love their morning glory with belacan sauce. They also have a dessert that I always get - momo-chacha (freaking bomb). Anyway, there's lots of good eats here so explore the menu and taste one dish at a time! read more
Came here for dinner and I will say it was eh. We were seated quickly and the staff were extremely nice and friendly. We ordered the sarang burong, seafood scramble egg chow fun, hainanese chicken over rice and the roti canai. The roti canai came out quick. The roti was cold but crispy. Guess it was just sitting there and not freshly made. Thankfully the curry dip was hot. The sarang burong came out next and it was very bland. No flavor what so ever. It was just stir fried chicken shrimp and veggies topped with cashews. Wish it was flavorful. Salt would have been nice or some sort of Malaysian flavor. The fried taro was cold also. Guess it was just sitting around til someone orders it. The hainanese chicken was also bland. Not even the dark soy sauce or the water downed hot sauce on side could have saved it. Only thing flavorful was the chicken flavored rice. The seafood scramble egg chow fun was the saving grace. Flavorful and tasty. Don't think I will come back and stick with going to West New Malaysia from now on. read more
Walked in on a sunday around 7 PM, and were seated at a table for 2 immediately. The restaurant was very large and had a lot of seating, and the waiters were quick to take our orders and fill our orders. There was a very extensive list of options on the menu. For our appetizer and entrees, we ordered the roti canai, Hainanese chicken, and tom yum clams, as well as chicken rice on the side. My favorite was the roti canai, but all of the savory dishes were very good and comforting. I normally never finish my rice, but the chicken rice went very well with the tom yum soup. For dessert, we ordered the ABC, which was a shaved ice dish with a variety of toppings. I didn't enjoy it as much as the other dishes, but it was refreshing and light. This meal came out to be about $35 per person after tax and tip. read more
Came here for dinner and it was packed! Luckily didn't have to wait long to be seated. We got two of the roti canai, and interestingly one of the dippings was spicer than the other. They also had small pieces of chicken in the spicy sauce. The beef skewers were amazing!!! Heavenly! They were juicy and so so flavorful even without the dipping sauce. The tom yum clams were okay, just not for me. The hainan chicken took the longest to come out surprisingly. It was nice and juicy. Service was good and they came by to refill our water several times. It is clean and roomy inside. read more
Been back a few times recently. Much happier with the service. Food came out comically quick for our last visit. Ambience is fine. There's some interesting lighting if you're moved towards the back of the main dining room. The bathrooms are also freshly renovated so it's clean and solid now, which is a plus. Chow kueh teow and the kang kung belacan are my staples here. The crispy golden fried squid is excellent, with light batter and good flavors. The Malaysian style spare ribs are intense and rich. Hainanese chicken is a bit bland and needs sauce. read more
My cousin and I came here for a late night dinner. Inside was larger than it looked from the outside. We both had hainanese chicken with rice. They warned us that the chicken was cold but we knew what it was. They also made sure we knew it was cash only. We saw. They gave a generous portion of chicken and rice. When you order it is the luck of the draw. I got all white meat with nary a bone while my cousin got all dark meat with lots of bone. Both white and dark was tender and delicious but I felt like I got more meat. The rice was very flavorful. The spicy dipping sauce was not too hot. The waitress kept our water glasses full and was attentive. It was a solid meal. read more
Affordable, authentic Malaysian food in Chinatown--literally not a single dish I didn't like! My family and friends raved about Nyonya. Compared to other Malaysian restaurants I've been to in NYC, the dishes here felt lighter and less oily. The menu is huge, and there's so much I still want to try. ＊Roti Canai 印度麵包 $6.5 * Their signature appetizer: the flakiest flatbread I've ever had, plus they even put a piece of chicken in the curry sauce on the side! ＊Beef Satay 沙爹牛串 $15.95 ** I often find beef skewers overcooked and tough, but here they got it perfect. Tender, charred, and with plenty of satay peanut sauce. ＊Sarang Burong 佛砵飄香 $21.95 ** Possibly the most underrated Malaysian dish and my personal favorite. The fried lace mashed taro is shaped like a bird's nest and topped with shrimp, chicken, mushrooms, and veggies. Similar to a taro puff pastry dim sum, and I swear any taro lover would love this. ＊Nasi Lemak 椰漿飯 $15.95 * I couldn't leave a drop because the curry was that good. Coconut milk rice made every bite even better. ＊Hainanese Chicken 海南雞 $13.95 (¼), $17.95 ( 1/2) Super silky, tender chicken, and the portion made the price totally worth it. ＊Coconut Pudding 椰子凍 They treated us to this coconut pudding on the house, which normally comes in a coconut shell. I was stuffed, but it was so light that I still finished every bite. ＊Malaysian Iced Coffee 馬來咖啡冰 $5.5 As always, malaysian coffee was way too sweet for me since it's mixed with condensed milk... read more
Came here for Chinese New Year lunch after walking around Chinatown and enjoying the festivities. There was a bit of a wait, about 15 mins, but they are very efficient and turn the tables over quick.It was a bit crowded and loud since it was Chinese New Year but it did not seem like tables were on top of one another. They had a special menu for the lunar new year but we stuck with our tried and true Hainanese and Thai Chicken, a few Roti Canais, and some skewers. Their food came out quick, but they did not forfeit flavor over speed. read more
Food: This restaurant's food is delicious! We tried the roti canai, beef satay skewers. curry fish, Indian Mee Goreng, and stir fried water spinach. All dishes were very tasty and enjoyable. The roti canai was perfectly crispy and thin. Beef skewers were moist and juicy with an excellent satay dipping sauce. The fish had great flavor but was definitely a bit overcooked and dry in some parts. The Indian Mee Goreng and stir fried water spinach were our favorites and so flavorful. They have a very extensive menu of authentic Malaysian dishes. Service: Service was excellent and staff are so warm and friendly! Ambiance: The restaurant is a good size and can accommodate both large and small groups. Seating is a bit tight, and tables are placed very closely together, but the overall ambiance is great. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant! read more
Walked in on a Saturday night and was seated immediately. Tons of seating for an amazing Michelin guide Malaysian restaurant! Able to easily accommodate parties of all sizes and fast service. Cash only. Tried the curry mee chicken. Absolutely blew my mind. Need to return to try their roti canai, roti telur, hainanese chicken and beef rendang. read more
4 months ago
I've been craving authentic Peranakan food for a while, and I'm so glad I found this gem! The kangkung belachan and crispy squid tasted exactly like how my popo (grandma) used to make them! so nostalgic and absolutely delicious. I'm droooooling yuuummm read more
We stayed at the NobleDen hotel across the street from Nyonya, so it was convenient on the rainy night we arrived. Luckily, we were seated right away. The restaurant had plenty of patrons and had many tables to accommodate them as well. A busy restaurant is a good sign! But don't forget to bring your cash to this establishment, because they don't take credit cards. I believe there was an ATM inside or close to the restaurant for your convenience. Their menu is extensive, so it took a bit of time to decide on what to order. ***OUR PICKS*** ROTI CANAI ~ (original thin and crispy) Malaysian all-time favorite, thin and crispy pancake with curry dipping sauce. This was flaky, crispy and chewy. Great texture! Very much like I've had at other good, Malaysian restaurants. The curry that comes with the roti was flavorful and not too spicy with a piece of chicken and potato. Great starter! 5/5 DUCK GINGER NOODLE SOUP ~ Special egg noodles served in homemade sauce or broth with ginger duck meat, vegetables & scallions. Tasty duck, though the pieces were small, so you have to be careful with many little bones. Noodles still had some crisp to them, so it wasn't soggy. They're just like the thin egg noodles you would get with wontons. Nice and comforting on a rainy evening. 5/5 CURRY MEE WITH YOUNG TAU FOO ~ Egg noodles served in a spicy lemongrass coconut curry, tofu, and vegetables stuffed with minced fish. Flavorful curry with lots of vegetables! Noodles were cooked just right. Loved it! 5/5 KANG KUNG BELACAN ~ Stir-fried water spinach with belacan, a Malaysian shrimp paste, typically includes chillies for added spice. Not too spicy, but seasoned well enough. A bit salty, but we enjoyed it. It probably would have been great with plain, white rice. 4/5 We totally forgot to get our 10% discount, which is given to NobleDen hotel guests. Nevertheless, we were happy with our meal. It was great to warm up with some comforting soup and noodles on our first night in New York. read more
I tried Nyonya and ordered the char kuey teow, mee curry, mee goreng, and roti canai. Overall, it was okay. The service was slow and coming from a Malaysian, I wouldn't say it's super authentic, but it's still very good and definitely satisfies the craving. The best dish by far was the mee curry. The broth was rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. That one really stood out. Everything else was okay however I feel like the char kuey teow could have been darker and used flat noodles, and the mee goreng could have used more taste. Still a great spot if you're craving malay food! read more
We got some pretty good food. Hainan chicken, beef rendang, chicken flavored rice, some pearl noodles, and the roti canai. This place is cash only, but there is a generic atm right at the front of the store. Food came out quickly and it wasn't too busy on a Wednesday night so it was nice to have a chat here. read more
Such a staple in NYC Chinatown! My go-to dishes are the fried pearl noodles and the Hainan chicken. The fried pearl noodles are these teardrop-shaped noodles tossed over high heat for that smoky wok-hei flavor - great texture from the crunchy veggies and a solid amount of protein. The Hainan chicken is refreshing and tender. I enjoy the soy sauce it comes with; the chili sauce was a bit watered down for my taste, so I skipped it. My only small qualm is that the Thai iced tea tastes a bit artificial, but definitely not a dealbreaker. This spot is still always in my regular Chinatown rotation. Service is fast and the food always comes out fresh! read more
It's been over 5 years since we last came here. And thats way too long! Everything was really good and packed with flavor (except the okra - but that was still good). We enjoyed all of the flavors and would recommend most of the menu. The roti is a MUST to start. The fried noodle and rice dishes we got were amazing. This is comfort food at its finest! read more
19 days ago
1 year ago
Very unassuming from the outside but this restaurant is a gem! Starting from the roti canai (super flaky and delicious) served with a side of curry, to the seafood crispy noodles (my fave!) and finishing with the hainanese chicken, everything was delicious. I would prefer the chicken to not have the bones but that's just my preference. You can't make reservations but the wait was only 10 mins. Cash only. Quick service. $15 corkage fee. read more
Food was very tasty. Roti telur had a pretty nice flavor. Almost like a roti with a filling reminiscent of an onion omelette. There was a piece of chicken in the curry that was alright. The potato was melted and soft. You could smush it against the roof of your mouth if you wanted. Hainanese chicken and rice was perfectly-cooked. Def good if you're sick or a fan of some less-intense but enjoyable flavors. I really liked the rice which had a savory chicken flavor. The fish head stew was my fave. Some nice sour notes from the pickled greens, herbal notes from the sliced ginger, and complexity you would expect in SE Asian cuisine. I might've preferred the fish heads to not be breaded/ fried to keep it lighter but I can understand that the soup might not be as aesthetic to look at if that were the case Service was fine. Had no issues with cleanliness. Water was filled thrice on a hot day like today while recuperating from a NYC Saturday night. Cash only but it is a pretty inexpensive date and there is an in-shop ATM. Overall, pretty satisfied with this spot and will likely return in the future. read more
1 year ago
Looked like a small restaurant from the entrance but has a large area inside. Cash only. Seated only when the whole group is complete. We had very light and crispy roti (the best so far, for me); cuttersquid with peanuty sauce over green veggies - an appetizer but went well with the seafood fried rice. Hainanese chicken was ok (was unfamiliar with this chicken so tried from a few places. For me, I still prefer the first one I tasted from a now-closed restaurant). Realized it's across the usual banh mi place we go to. Near Canal St and Bowery so a few train lines/stations in the area. Kind of difficult to find street parking unless willing to drive around. read more
One of the Malaysian staples in Chinatown, Nyonya is a go-to. I've been here many times over the years and it's always consistent. You'll be greeted by the host telling you it's cash only and reminded again on the menus. The roti canai is fluffy and delicious. The cup of curry will always have one piece of potato and one of chicken. On this trip we went with the prawn mee soup, chow keuh teow, salt and pepper squid, and belacan. The food came quickly and was exactly how you'd want it to taste. If you're looking for Malaysian, you can't go wrong with Nyonya. read more
7 months ago
As a Malaysian, this hits the spot! I wasn't expecting much but each dish was flavorful. The curry was decadent, sambal had a great crunch from the onions and surprisingly the archar was delightful. 10/10 read more
It's been a very long time since I came here. My family loves Nyonya (but the 2 Brooklyn locations closed long time ago) and we missed it very much. We came Friday night to celebrate a birthday dinner. Long wait and crowded (very popular) and they only do reservations for parties of 8+ (anything under 8ppl is first come first serve / walk in). CASH ONLY! And Seats FULL PARTY only. Cramp and Loud (hard to hear as many tables have loud conversations going on). Ordered semi-family style and ala carte for our party of 7. Hainanese Chicken and Roti Canai is the popular choice. But, we come here for the Spicy Thai Chicken because we love that spicy brown sauce. Food comes slowly, freshly hot and delicious. Everything was good but the water tasted odd (tap water with their old pipes tasted different). Always a pleasure and can't wait to return. read more
7 months ago
Michelin Guide Malaysian flavors at one of my favorite Malaysian spots Come hungry because the humongous roti canai is a must-order -- crispy, fluffy, and perfect for soaking up every drop of sauce. Their famous Hainanese Chicken and Beef Rendang (voted best in NYC) both live up to the hype -- rich, comforting, and full of depth. You also can't miss the Curry Yong Tau Fu and Chow Fun, definite highlights on the menu. If you can't decide on appetizers, go for the Lobak -- a little bit of everything and perfect for sharing. And don't skip dessert -- the Bubur Cha Cha is the perfect sweet finish. This is one of those menus where everything delivers. Follow me @foodie.elite on IG and Tiktok for more! read more
9 months ago
Always a 5-star experience. Great food and service. Menu has pictures- it made it so much easier for kids to pick what they wanted. read more
I had an amazing experience at Nyonya. The food and service are both great and there's lots of seating inside. They are cash only though. I got the spring rolls and roti for appetizers and both were amazing. The spring rolls were super crispy and came with yummy sauce. The roti was large and really good and so was the sauce for that as well. The menu is quite long and has lots of options but I specifically wanted a noodle soup without meat. The server was very helpful and was able to get me a veggie noodle soup. It was so yummy and had such a unique flavor, and was similar to the sauce the roti came with. I would definitely come back here:) read more
A must visit when you're done shopping at SoHo and nearing China town / little Italy area! Nyonya used to be a local chain nestled within 3/5 of the Burroughs but condensed down to a main location, unfortunate as I've missed the Brooklyn location! Nontheless, Malaysian food is very rare to come by these days especially in the city. Nyonya is hands down comforting & very filling for parties of 2-3 for an inexpensive dinner! Tables fill relatively quick as soon as it hits 6pm. Here's what I ordered this time; Pearl Fried Noodles 5/5 Hands down always have to get this! If you've never had this umami goodness before, think of if chow fun noodles & pad see ew had a baby! The bouncy chewy thicc cut noodles with the big pieces of shrimp & beef compliment for the ultimate bite. Roti Canai 3.5/5: The amount of curry and the big piece of roti is always a joy to get! Only thing was I didn't receive it hot nor did it feel crispy / fresh as it usually does when I frequent the city. The flavors are still there, curry isn't spicey; comes with a piece of potato and chicken with a coconut sauce! Overall; please make sure you bring cash! They have an ATM right before entering. Quick & decent service however the only thing barring me from having a perfect experience this time around was when I received my water, it had chunks of I assume rice in it? Asked for another water and they gave me the SAME one haha! read more
Finally checked this spot off my list and I can't wait to return to try more Malaysian cuisine! Like everyone has already said, their roti canai is superb and a must have! I loved the crispiness of it but I actually wouldn't have minded having more of the softer parts as it would soak up more of the curry. I was quite full this day and didn't get to try as much as I wanted but had their sweet and sour pork as well as their stir fry noodles. I loved both dishes and my partner and I cleaned the plates fully! I'm excited to return and try more of their food, especially their noodle soups that look so enticing ! read more
1 year ago
So it's probably not the best quality Malaysian food I've had, but for the price I really can't ask for much. The menu is really large so good luck narrowing it down! We ended up getting roti canai to start. The roti is great as soon as it comes out, but it unfortunately cooled down quickly and got super chewy. We shared the ginger duck and fried pearl noodles. The ginger duck was super meaty and not fatty like most duck dishes I've had. The fried pearl noodles surprised me because I don't usually like thicker noodles, but these were cooked well. It had a good "wok flavor" without being overly greasy. Food came out super quickly. This was probably one of the most affordable meals I've had in NYC and the portions were super generous. Tips: Cash only! They also won't seat you unless your entire party is present. read more
Not sure why this place only has a 3.9 rating -- I got the Roti Canai and the chicken rice, and both were excellent. The chicken was super tender, very flavorful, and hearty, and it came with a nice soup on the side. The Roti Canai was perfect: crispy yet tender, with rich, flavorful curry. The service was great too. Definitely a 100% recommendation from me! read more
Loved the pearl noodles, they were so flavorful and contained a good amount of seafood, I would've passed on the hainan chicken but definitely get the roti again. We also had the salted fish eggplant and got white rice. I want to come back and try other things, just tough because it is cash only. read more
I came with my friend for lunch. We decided to share an appetizer and each get our own entree. When we initially placed the order, the server warn us that the portions are big. But we still decided to keep our orders the same because we came in hungry. We decided to share an appetizer of NYONYA LOBAK It's a good variety of different things on one plate. Pretty filling for an appetizer. I personally decided to get the CURRY MEE with YOUNG TAU FOO The curry soup is delicious on a cold winter day. It warms up the soul. I didn't feel that it was very spicy. I really enjoyed the fish cake. It has a bit of minced fish inside which is almost tasteless. It's really well stuffed inside. Overall: 1) Very fair pricing on food, but Cash only 2) Good portions, so don't make a mistake like me and over-order read more
Friendly servers, very attentive and accommodating - we had a nut allergy and pork aversion, and they helped us navigate these dietary restrictions. Food is a on point and delicious. We enjoyed everything we ordered- crispy garlic chicken, crispy seafood egg noodle (yee mee), chicken satay (peanut sauce on the side), kangkung belacan, roti canai. Reasonably priced and generous portions. read more
Return or not return? Maybe. Cash only was a turn off. Had to run around on a rainy night for an ATM which the older gentleman never bothered to say there's an ATM at the entrance. Massive portions, and don't come here for friendly service. Food so so though inexpensive by NYC standards. Beef Rendang meat not so tender and lacks richness though sauce was edible. Vegetable curry too thin and again not as flavorful as it needs to be. The #11 noodles was the best of the lot. Decent, but not great. Malaysian iced coffee was excellent but was filled to the rim with ice. Way too much food for two people. read more
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