All I can say twice legit Nasi Bungkus. The best Nasi…read moreBungkus in the entire American continent... No lies. Try it for yourself!

Balinese street food pop-up run by two sisters that specialize in the banana leaf package meal aka…read moretheir signature bungkus or package. I think I saw this place pop up on my social media which is how I got on my radar. I signed up for the newsletter and did a pre-order when they did a pop-up. I don't have a lot of experience with Bali/ Indonesian food, but this was such a fun, novel experience and the food was really tasty. I ordered nasi bungkus, the kueh lapis, and the es cendol. From their website, the nasi bungus contained the following. STEAMED RICE Fragrant lemongrass rice made with coconut milk, pandan leaves, and galangal SAYUR URAB Long bean and bean sprout dish with toasted coconut and kencur COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY Pasture-raised chicken, slow-cooked for six hours MOTHER-IN-LAW EGG Hard-boiled egg marinated in tamari and topped with chili paste TEMPE OREK Fried soy bean cake in a sweet and spicy glaze SAMBAL GORENG Spicy Thai chilies, shallots, and garlic, fried and finished with coarse salt KACANG BALI Bali-style salted peanuts ABON BABI Traditional dried pork garnish The kueh lapis is a fun colorful, coconutty dessert that is nice, thick and chewy. The cendol is a nice desserty drink made of coconut milk, pandan jelly, red bean, and diced jackfruit. The drink reminds me of something similar in the Vietnamese culture. I was a fan. The desert was beautiful as well, and had such a fun look to it. I like the chewiness, and it was fun the peel the layers. The nasi bungkus itself was a nice combination of flavors and textures. I bought some of that chili stuff in a jar and added some extra on top. I liked that there was a kick, but not so much where I started sweating. The spice was a nice level. I got a little excited and ordered a lot of food and was totally full by the time I finished my items. Pick up itself was really easy. After you pre-order early in the week when they do a pop-up, there's a time window where you pick up - and in this case it was Friday afternoon - night. When I got there, they were friendly, and just directed me towards the counter, where they did final prep to give me my food. They even gave me some reheating instructions just in case. Super friendly and you can tell they put a lot of care into their product. I hope they have all the success in the world and would like to order from them again.

I have been waiting to try Ipoh Kopitiam in Alhambra for the longest time! I put off coming for a…read morewhile because I heard how insanely busy it gets with long lines, but finding out they offer a Yelp waitlist made all the difference. Joining the waitlist online once you are close by saves so much time and makes the entire experience so much smoother. If you are coming here for the first time, there are three absolute must-order items. The Curry Laksa is spectacular, featuring a rich, aromatic curry broth that is packed with authentic spice and flavor, along with a wonderful variety of ingredients loaded right into the bowl with the noodles. Their Hainan Chicken is hands down the best I have ever tasted! Even though the portion size is on the smaller side, the quality more than makes up for it. The meat is ridiculously soft, tender, and juicy, and the savory sauce served alongside it is top-notch. Finally, the Roti Canai is an absolute essential that you simply cannot skip. It comes out piping hot, with a flatbread that is perfectly crispy and flaky on the outside, soft on the inside, and paired with a rich curry dipping sauce. Everything here tastes amazingly authentic, and the incredible flavors truly transport you straight to Malaysia. I am so glad I finally made it out here, and I will definitely be back soon!

Don't come here in the afternoon between 3-4:45p if you want the most popular dishes because that's…read morewhen the chef takes a break lol. It was my first time and I wanted to try the chicken rice and laksa, and the char kwa tiew. Unfortunately they have an afternoon menu that doesn't include the latter two dishes. The chicken rice was just okay for me, the chicken was bland and the sauces a bit bland as well. I prefer Savoy and Cluck to Go. The Kaya toast simply tasted sweet with no distinct pandan flavor so that was disappointing as well.

Yummy Indonesian, Singaporean, and Malaysian food! I ordered the Singapore laksa with egg noodles…read more The soup base with similar to a creamy curry but wasn't thick. It was very flavorful. They were shrimp, tofu, and fish cake in the soup as well. If you're looking so a soupy dish, I would recommend this! My husband got the Indo Mei which was a dry noodle dish and it came with a small bowl of broth. He really enjoyed it and the dish was very flavorful. For the table we ordered a large roti which came with 2 roti and curry for dipping. The roti was flakey and delicious! Our servers were very nice and would explain the different dishes to us! I would definitely come back again ! Note they do charge a 18% service fee after 6 or 6:30pm.

We couldn't decide where to go for lunch, so we ended up stopping by this restaurant on a whim. The…read morerestaurant was clean, spacious, and we were seated promptly after arriving. After looking through the menu and drink options, I was tempted to order one of the curry dishes, but since it was labeled spicy, I decided to play it safe and ordered the Borneo Plate instead. My husband went with the curry. The drink selection was fairly limited, but I found one that sounded interesting and ordered it. A little later, our server let me know they were out of that particular drink and offered a substitute instead. The food and drinks arrived quickly, and both of us enjoyed our meals. The flavors were good, the portions were satisfying, and overall the dining experience started off well. Unfortunately, the service became a bit awkward toward the end of our visit. When we were ready to pay, one server was engaged in a lengthy conversation with another table, while the other appeared distracted and unavailable. We also felt that some of the interactions with us were a little unusual, which left us feeling somewhat uncomfortable. That said, the food was enjoyable and arrived promptly. While the service experience could have been better, we appreciated the clean atmosphere and the quality of the meal.

My first time trying Indonesian food, and LaaLaaPan made it such a memorable experience. We ordered…read morethe Nasi Tumpeng Mini (18), grilled fish, and Martabak Manis for dessert, and everything tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. The people who I assume own the restaurant, working as both the waiters and chefs, were incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about what they serve. Since we were completely new to Indonesian cuisine, they patiently answered our questions and gave us great recommendations, which made the experience even better. This is exactly the kind of small business you want to support. The flavors were unlike anything I've had before, and I loved getting to try something so different. My favorite dish was easily the grilled fish. It reminded me of the Filipino grilled fish I grew up eating, so it had a comforting familiarity while still showcasing its own distinct Indonesian flavors. If you're looking for authentic Indonesian food or simply want to try something new, I highly recommend LaaLaaPan. I'll definitely be coming back to explore more of the menu.

Laalaapan's nasi Padang tastes distinctly home-cooked. The rendang included some noticeably fatty…read morecuts of beef, which were enjoyable, although a little unorthodox for rendang. The balado wasn't spicy, but the sambal definitely was. I also missed having sambal ijo and some gulai gravy, both of which would have made the plate feel more complete. The bakwan jagung had a similarly homemade style. Depending on your preferences, it will either make you miss your mom's cooking or leave you craving a crispier, restaurant-style bakwan jagung packed with corn kernels. The soda gembira, like many Indonesian places here, use Sprite instead of club soda or plain soda water, which makes it far too sweet. The syrup they used tasted authentic, though. Overall, you may love this place specifically because the food tastes like something you grew up eating. However, if your preference leans more toward polished, restaurant-style Indonesian food, it may feel a little underwhelming.

This place is so good! It's rare to find Indonesian/Malaysian food, especially on the Westside…read more This place doesn't disappoint! The sambal wontons were delicious and just the right amount of spice. It was the first time I had the Mie Tek Tek Indonesian noodles, which was like chow mein, but with unique spices that I enjoyed. The Cah Kangkung water spinach was also great. (It's like ong choy). While many of the main ingredients could be found in more common Chinese food, the spices were different and sweet and spicy in a Malaysian way. It was delicious and different. The service was really friendly and prompt. It's nice and modern inside. I liked the "antique" type plates which were cute. There's modern music and a cool hip vibe. There's a free small parking lot in front. I'll be back to try other dishes.

First time here and it wasn't too bad. There's parking lot outside & the interior was cute; plating…read more& service was good. We ordered roti, laksa, haianese chicken, nasi bungkus. And honestly I personally think the food was not too bad but could be better. The roti was good but small. The haianese chicken was good with the sauce! But the nasi bungkus was wrapped in banana leaf but the ratio of meat to rice portions were very uneven. Theyre was a small amount of beef and lots of rice. The laksa had a fishy smell & taste - as if there was a bit too much fish sauce. Overall, for Indonesian & southeast food it's not too bad. The services were good!

3.5 stars. Good to…read moreabove average Indonesian food. Chicken satay was excellent. Savory and sweet at the same time. Popcorn shrimp was on a skewer. The kids like it. It was crispy on the outside and the shrimp was slightly on the firm side and slightly savory. Nasi capcay included a lot of fresh vegetables. It had more liquidy sauce than expected . The veggies soaked up the liquids quickly and began to get a little soggy. However the veggies were savory. The dish could use more greens. NOTE: this dish comes with shrimp which was NOT disclosed in the menu. We specifically ordered veggie only. One party member wanted a veggie dish but could not eat it due to shrimp allergies. Let them know to cook without shrimp if you have shrimp allergies The Nasi bunkus was delicious. Traditional Indonesian food would typically have a lot more tumeric and spicyness but this dish felt more streamlined. You can ask for more turmeric and spicyness if you prefer. Also The chicken was flavorful but a bit dry. The Riice was good, flavorful and not greasy. Perkedelle was tender but did not have as much crispyness as other perkedelle that ive had. The potato inside was not as light and fluffy as expected (compared to other perkedelle) and was instead on the slightly dense side. It was still good. The Bakwang jagung, or corn fritters, were both crispy and a bit dense and sticky. It was savory and was not greasy at all. We liked this dish. Es doger was good BUT had tough meat husks in the drink. The coconut flavor and bits were a nice addition to the drink. The casava and condensed milk had the right amount without being overpowering. If not for the husks in the drink, i would recommend it. Es cendol was heavy on the condensed milk and slightly overrpowered the pandan jelly and bits of jackfruit. It was ok. Overall this restaurant is an option for the area if you are looking Indonesian food.

Was craving Indonesian food so I tried Mr. Sate out with my friends, and was not disappointed! The…read moreinterior is cute, clean, and comfy.I'm pretty sure they have a free parking lot in the back which is super convenient for if you're driving to get here. The prices are very reasonable, especially by LA standards, and the staff are friendly and attentive. Sadly, I have a peanut allergy, so I wasn't able to try the satay, but according to my friends, it was really good! I got the Soto Betawi though, and it was super delicious and flavorful. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back the next time I'm craving Indonesian food. I'd also recommend it to anyone in the area looking to give Indonesian cuisine a try.

Totally spoilt for options here. They have everything I could think of. And everything looks so…read moregood! They have everything from snacks to entrees to desserts and also groceries. I went there thinking I'm just going to buy 2 items max. Wrong! This place, unlike many places around the area takes credit cards. There goes all my money! Lol. I ended up with a basketful of food. I just couldn't help it. I ate them, not all, as soon as I got home and each one of them was delicious and authentic. I know this will be a stop for me whenever I visit LA. They're just that good.

If you love Indonesian food this is the spot. I have been to Indonesia a couple of times and the…read moreflavors at Medan Kitchen are right on par with what you get over there. They really keep the authenticity and quality at a high level. The food is amazing and every dish we have tried has been consistently good. It can get a little pricey if you order a bunch of dishes with a group but it is completely worth it for the quality you are getting. One nice bonus is their loyalty program. If you spend over 50 dollars they give you a stamp card and once you collect ten stamps you get around 20 dollars off or a free dish. Definitely a good incentive to keep coming back. If you are looking for authentic Indonesian food in the Rosemead area I honestly do not think there is a better option than Medan Kitchen. Highly recommend giving it a try.

Mom-and-pop Indonesian restaurant and market in one…read more Would definitely get again: 20 Nasi Kuning (beef, chicken, egg with yellow rice) - loved the variety of flavors 41 Sate Ayam (chicken satay) - super savory and delicious. The rice cake on the side was good, but not a must; the chicken alone was enough. Might get again (tasty, but not standouts): 17 Nasi Goreng Seafood (seafood fried rice) 27 Mie Ayam Jamur (chicken mushroom noodles) Would NOT get again: 47 Sayur Asem (tamarind soup) - just okay, not bad, but not for me. Overall, the food was delicious. Staff were friendly and helpful with recommendations. The restroom was exceptionally clean, and parking is ample and free, though it can get crowded on weekends.

Nice, reasonably priced Indonesian dishes. Had a chicken rice dish with appetizers and it didn't…read morebreak the bank. Never really had the banana leaf wrapped rice before so it was a treat. The rice was flavorful along side the well cooked meat. It came with an egg, spicy peanuts, and a coquette. You can order at the counter or at the table. Though, if you're unfamiliar, it's worth it to ask the staff for details especially for the items listed on the daily special since there's no descriptor on those. The place also serves as a mini grocery for Indonesian items if you want to make it at home. It does give homely vibes with a sense of community. Will definitely come back to try the other dishes like the satay. Fun fact, they were part of the original food court but now have their own space.