Food: 3 Stars Service: 3 Stars…read moreAmbience: 3 Stars Fill Factor: Satisfied I haven't visited Village by the Grange in ages but I recently had to grab a quick lunch in the area so figured I check out what was new here. I don't recall NaiNai being here the last time I visited so I gave it a shot. I went with in my mind the safe option of Stir Fried Rice Noodles (Kwetiau Goreng) which is a flat noodle. The dish reminded me of pad seew which I love. I ordered it with the chicken and overall the dish was flavourful with a slightly sweet taste from the sweet soy sauce. Again it reminded me a lot of pad seew and I would put it above a food court joint like Thai Express but not quite as good as some of the pad seew at some of the Thai restaurants in the city. Service was friendly and they give you one of those buzzers to alert you when your food is ready. It was pretty busy when I went so my food took more than 10 minutes to be ready but not too bad considering how many people were ahead of me. Overall not a bad choice if you're looking to grab something in the food court. Looking forward to coming back and trying some of their other offerings.

Why yes, please Indo me…read more.. If you're craving to try IndoMie or authentic Indonesian food, this is was a neat spot to try it in downtown Toronto. I ordered their IndoMie Rendang which is a seasoned instant noodle cup topped with beef rendang that was so flavorful and tender. To go with this, I enjoyed Thai Milk Tea as a refreshment. The only thing I would knock is the IndoMie cup portions are small when the food tastes so good! Even though it was a jumbo cup, it was only slightly bigger than the drink cup. The shop feels more like a convenience store so there's not much ambience. The service was quick and friendly for takeout. Skip it or hit it? It's a good place to try for Indonesian food but I haven't been back.

I picked up dinner on my way to the supermarket on Friday, and while it was not quite the…read moreIndonesian food I remember from Bali, it still hit the spot. The three dishes were very filling for two people and felt like great value overall. The nasi goreng had a lovely wok hei and nicely separated grains of rice with a slightly firm texture, which I really liked. The seasoning leaned a little sweeter and tangier than I expected, almost slightly Thai-inspired, but the small side of shrimp paste added a welcome layer of heat and depth. The mie Jawa was a bit bolder in flavor than the fried rice and very satisfying at first bite. It did get a little rich after a while, but the pickled cucumbers on the side balanced it out well. The satay was the surprise standout for me. I was worried it might be dry, but the meat was tender, lightly juicy, and grilled just right. The peanut sauce was especially good: smooth, well-balanced, and full of flavor without being too heavy. Service was also very solid. Even though I was only picking up takeout, the staff were friendly, efficient, and the whole process was smooth. The space itself looked clean, comfortable, and welcoming, with a relaxed ambiance that made me think it would be a pleasant place to dine in as well. Overall, it was not the most traditional version I have had, but still a satisfying and affordable meal when the craving strikes.

Great friendly service with great food. If the background music is Indonesian music then it would…read morebe perfect

Best Indonesian food I've had! Samara Kitchen is located in the food court of a shopping center…read more Parking was available but navigating the lot may be challenging for some. I ordered chicken skewers and beef rendang. The skewers were coated in a delicious sweet soy glaze and came with rice cakes, peanut sauce. The beef rendang was perfectly slow cooked (not too soft nor hard) and came with steamed vegetables and a very good chili sauce.

A nice option if you are looking to get Indonesian dishes. The place is cozy and the staff are very…read morehelpful. I really like their tofu dishes like Tahu Isi and the kangkung blachan.

Visited on a weeknight for summerlicious. They have lots of outdoor seating, it's right on the road…read moreby Yonge St. The first appetizer felt like beef balls you can find at a Chinese supermarket but they added their own twist to it. The food was good, no complaints!

The service here was quite good in that the waiter took his time to go through the menu and provide…read morerecommendations. The pork belly was delicious and very tender. The lamb skewers were tasty as well. However, the eggplant was a miss and the skin was way too hard to chew. The ambiance feels like a trendy bar with nice lighting. It does get very busy there, so make a reservation ahead of time if possible.

i was really excited to try an indonesian restaurant, but unfortunately this place was a little…read moreunderwhelming for me the semur with short rib was $40, which felt pretty steep for what you get. i was also expecting a more traditional semur flavor, but this one was noticeably sweeter than the semur i'm used to eating. the ceviche was pretty good, but i have other favorites in toronto for ceviche. the restaurant itself has really nice vibes and a cute atmosphere, so i can definitely see why people would enjoy coming here. the only thing was that the two-person tables lined up against the wall felt a little awkward. overall, not a bad meal, but if i'm specifically looking for indonesian food, i think there are other spots i'd choose over this one!

I tried their other location years ago & the food was rather odd. Happy hour (with a slight…read morediscount on menu prices for some items) was a good chance to revisit them. The food is still odd. They get 2.5 stars. Indonesian fried chicken was so so. It was on the drier side. It was finely dusted & pretty crispy. Sambal mayo was very light with little flavour. I could see yellow turmeric under the batter but the spice blend was very light. War Frites were so so. Fries were rather dry though quite crispy. The shape was quite flat. They were served with mayo, not fritesaus, which was decent. Peanut sauce was pretty spicy & decent. There wasn't much of either sauce. Pickled chili & green onions were decent. Rendang beef croquettes were decent, resembling a Dutch kroket - pretty crispy outside with thick meat sludge inside, but with a Rendang twist. They were pretty spicy.

My Malaysian buddy invited me out for a Malaysian meal, who am I to refuse…read more A large restaurant with a very mom & pop chill vibe. Looks like a table by the front entrance is reserved for owner admin purposes. Front area filled with good luck paraphilia to ward off evil spirits. My friend knew all the staff and proceeded right away to speak Malay. Let my friend do the ordering, I recognized a few of the dishes such as beef curry, chicken curry (both with roti), boneless chicken rice plate, chicken skewers, grilled sambal stingray, penang hokkien mee and a few other dishes (look at photos) I didn't recognise. There was one interesting dish Rojak, a mixed salad of chopped fruit & vegetables smothered in a pungent fermented shrimp sauce, sweet, tangy, spicy, a whole smorgasbord of flavors dancing on my tongue. Three words I've never used to describe Roti, theirs was crunchy, fluffy and moist, wonderfully dipped either in the beef or chicken curry. Chicken skewers were grilled well, meat remained moist with a nice grilled aftertaste, not necessary to dip into the accompanied curry sauce as the overall flavor stood on its own. The Sambal sting ray was a little disappointing, didn't match the memory of the one I had at the Singaporean hawker food court I had a few years ago. Overall flavor was lacking. Penang Hokkien Mee is the real deal, large plump shrimp w/ firm egg noodles in a somewhat spicy flavorful broth. We came on a Friday night, the restaurant was about 50% full, what a great cultural food experience which needs further support.

This is a no frills, easy going, family-style restaurant. The food is good. The staff are friendly…read moreand happy to provide recommendations when asked. Decor isn't really anything to write home about, it's not why we came here. The roti canai was super delicious. Roti was flaky and buttery, the curry nicely spiced and waiting to be sopped up by the roti. The Indonesian fried rice was recommended by the staff and it didn't disappoint. Char Kwei Teow was nice, the wok hei was very apparent here as well as the Kang Kung Belacan (water spinach). The hainanese chicken while tasty was very bony (menu said it had bones). Desserts were a perfect way to end the meal

This Indonesian Food Festival is a yearly event held at Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas…read moreSquare) for only one day. It is organized by the Indonesian Consulate General. This year it was held on 2025-07-26. It started in 2016, but was suspended in 2020 and 2021 because of the pandemic. Most of the stalls sell food but there is one for the consulate and one for indigenous art. There are live cooking demos from Indonesian chefs. The main stage is for cultural performances, martial arts, and trivia contests. Some vendors only accept cash while others accept debit/credit. Food vendors include Kopi Thyme, Dapur Gembul, Happy Hot Canada, Highly Likely Coffee, Indomie, KAMU, Coreta Indonesia and Azima Tempe, among others. Performers include Zapin Melayu, Senandika Band, Lintas Nusa and Swaragita Angklung. There is definitely a wide variety of food and drinks but many of the lineups are long. It was a hot day, 26C feeling by 36C. We ordered several food from various food stalls. Some of what we ordered was: 1.Satay Combo ($30) with Nasi Kunig (yellow rice) and Corn Fritters from Warung Du Yatie. 2. Siomai Bandung ($15) from Happy Hot Canada. 3. Kari Ayam (Curry Chicken) Eggrolls ($10), Laksa Butter Cookies ($10), Savoury Kari Butter Cookie ($10) from Kopi Thyme. 4. Butter Mochi (2 for $6, chose Golden Mango and Ube Velvet) and Beef Rendang ($16) from Basil King. 5. Iced Cendol ($8) and Ranginang (shrimp chips) ($7) from Dapur Gembul. There is free WiFi. The are is wheelchair accessible. There are no washrooms but you can find them in neighbouring Eaton Centre. There is paid neighbourhood street parking and a Green P parking lot under the Square. Review 2025-154

Positives were the large portions, colourful fresh ingredients, and cute interior decor…read more Was it AUTHENTIC ? Not in my opinion...especially coming from SE Asian roots and having travelled in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. Majority of the dishes here seemed more of a fusion of different cultures rather than purely Indonesian. The flavours didn't quite hit the mark and spice levels were near non-existent. Seeing the fellow diners...I can see that the flavours must've been westernized. And for this style of more 'comfort/rustic' style dishes, the main dishes were quite expensive at ~$45+ each. Drinks were mild in flavour, but at least not too sweet! This was a fun try, especially if you're not one for spicy food. CASH & DEBIT ONLY. We tried the: -gado gado (Indonesian potato salad) -angus beef tandoori (with taro mash) -duck curry with crispy noodles -mango lassi -thai iced tea (more like condensed milk tea, barely had the Thai tea flavour) -specialty mojito

Bhima Warung is highly rated as one of the top Asian restaurants in Waterloo when I was doing my…read moreresearch. I'm no expert on Indonesian cuisine, however, trying out these fancy exotic dishes on a velvet-covered table in a dim setting is pretty romantic. We opted for indoor seating, though the outside patio radiates a cozy charm. The Pad Ped, a delicious red curry concoction of surf and turf, absolutely wins. Can't forget the goi thai dumplings either, wrapped with chicken and scallops - a personal fave. Salads didn't hit the mark for us. The calamari salad (sorry forgot the name) suffered from less-than-fresh squid. Kudos to the excellent service: they let us swap for another salad on the menu, certainly better, yet overshadowed by the first two dishes. Still I would recommend to try this unique spot out, especially for the two dishes I've mentioned!

This cute little cafe is full of eclectic, quirky decor and "gezellig" vibes! You could certainly…read morehave a full meal here, but we just stopped in for some beers and a few light bites. The bitterballen are definitely a can't miss item--absolutely delicious! We tried an untraditional pulled pork version that is not normally on the menu. It can get a little busy on a weekend night, so service was a bit slow, but still very friendly!

There aren't a lot of Dutch and Indonesian restaurants in Toronto, let alone two combined under the…read moresame roof. This place is a gem on the Danforth - small, cozy, intimate, and perfect for small gatherings and private events (they routinely get booked for private events). Once a month, they host rijstaffel ("rice table") which features an elaborate selection of Indonesian dishes for sharing (need to be booked in advance). Booking process is via email. They usually respond within 1-2 business days confirming your reservation. Staff are very friendly and accommodating. There are various Dutch memorabilia decorating the walls and shelves inside the restaurant, making it feel very 'homey'. There is also a full bar with small TV screen. Food is excellent - both the Dutch and Indonesian options are traditional and delicious. They have traditional Dutch dishes such as bitterballen, krokets, borenkool, snert, and poffertjes, as well as Indonesian classics such as nasi goreng (fried rice), bakmi goreng (fried noodles), satay, gado-gado, and krupuk. The best part about this restaurant is that they can make all dishes vegan! They also tend to have specials (usually 1 drink and 1 food special that are not on the menu), so ask the waiter / waitress what the specials are for the day. Dishes that we tried: DUTCH 1) Boerenkool (Holland's most traditional dish - stewed kale and potato mash with vegan smoked sausage and gravy) - Very hearty. The vegan smoked sausage was slightly crispy on the outside. 2) Vegan Snert (Dutch pea soup with king oyster mushrooms and vegan smoked sausage, served with dark rye bread) - Perfect for winter. Soup was thick, filling, and flavourful. It was interesting to see the king oyster mushrooms made into pulled pork-like texture. The vegan smoked sausage was a bit salty. 3) Poffertjes (Dutch mini puffed pancakes with icing sugar and butter) - Light and not too heavy for dessert. It would've been better with cheese, yogurt, or berries / fresh fruits instead of butter, in my opinion. INDONESIAN 1) Nasi Goreng (Indonesian fried rice with fried egg, sambal, seroendeng, and pickled cucumber) - Our favourite dish here! It tasted authentically Indonesian with the sweet soy sauce. Loved the fried egg on top with runny yolk, and the toasted coconut and peanuts that added a nice, flavourful crunch to every bite. 2) Gado-Gado (Indonesian salad of seasonal vegetables with tofu, hard-boiled eggs, and peanut satay sauce) - I liked that this was light (the sauce was not overdone) and the vegetables were still crunchy. The vegetables were not really what's in a typical gado-gado, but I still enjoyed it very much, that we ended up ordering 2 of this same dish to get extra veggies!