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    Liwetan Platter
    Holli G.

    Such a unique and delicious meal with fabulous service! The Liwetan platter was amazing and full of unique takes on things I've had before and things I've never even heard of. Our waitress was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything on the plate. She also was willing to answer any questions we had. The restaurant decor was adorable and inviting as well! It's a small space so it felt intimate which I thought was a good thing.

    Komal R.

    We made reservations for the Liwetan on my husband's birthday and had an absolutely delightful experience! The food is served on a basket lined with banana leaves. You can choose to have at it with your bare hands or use silverware - we chose to do the former as is the tradition. They do a good job explaining each item on the basket - which is quite a lot! We couldn't finish all of it but glad they provided boxes to take the leftovers home as I didn't want to waste any of it. At first, it may seem slightly expensive at $100 pp (as of Dec 2024) excluding the tip but it was totally worth it. The seafood and meat was delicious, the basket had many sauces each with a different flavor profile and it had a bunch of tropical fruits as well. Their bathroom is very spacious, they have a chalkboard where you can write your thoughts (maybe give them some compliments), there is a chest of drawers, filled with Indonesian candies (coffee, cappuccino, coconut) and useful toiletries that every bathroom should have. It is perfect to celebrate a date or a special occasion and I would absolutely come back for the Liwetan again.

    Laksa
    Kathrin S.

    One of the most special meals and experiences I've had in Philly to date. I contacted the restaurant early about allergies and they accommodated extremely well. The ambiance is tropical, bright, upscale, and fun. This is a two-person establishment, with the chef and her partner serving, which creates for an elevated and intimate experience. Every dish was bright, flavorful, and outstanding. I especially loved the creativity when it came to the Balinese salad and the beef rendang was out of this world. The owners came and sat with us and talked about the meal for a bit after, which really made this stand out. I'm shocked this isn't as well known. It clearly is one of my favorite dining experiences to date - and BYOB!!!!!

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    Shifa A.

    As a picky eater I was really on the edge about a pre-fix menu, especially one that was more seafood forward. But I stuck with it and I am so glad! The space itself is super cute, and the hostess was amazing, she put me at ease and was happy to switch my first course which was too seafood forward to a vegan alternative. My favorite course were the satay that were served on lemongrass sticks and the chicken with potato's were amazing. All in all a great BYOB experience! Go try and support our AAPI community!

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    Melissa P.

    Rice & Sambal is a new pop up/catering/private dinner operation from Diana Widjojo of Hardena fame. You may remember her #notapizza boxes during the pandemic filled to the brim with delicious Indonesian food - noodles, crabs, veggies, satay, anything goes in the pizza box (except pizza). She's been selling those out of Daankbar and doing a 7 course Rijsttafel dinner there as well this August. I was able to get a seat for the Rijsttafel and it was amazing! She was also doing vegan nights but we opted for the meat. We started the meal with 3 sambals and tapioca chips, absolutely loved the rendang bitterballen and the drank up all the broth after polishing off the mussels and clams. Our favorite dish was the pork belly followed closely by the chicken, but even the rice (flavored with coconut, pandan, lemongrass, and galangal) was delicious. It was also the prettiest kangkung I've ever seen! It's so refreshing and fun to have a fancy coursed out high end Indonesian meal with one beautiful and delicious dish after another, rather than the casual atmosphere of Hardena we're used to. The neon sign, menu, Indonesian decorations, and Indonesia coffee candy in the bathroom really added a special touch to Dankbaar. She's also popped up at Hale and True so check her Instagram for details. Can't wait to see where Rice & Sambal pops up next and highly recommend if you need catering!

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    Pescatarian and vegetarian prix fixe was delicious. Great flavors! Looking forward to returning and it seems the menu changes quite often.

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    My friend wanted to come here after seeing it on some instagram post. We trekked 25 minutes in the…read moresummer heat from the downtown area to get there... The community of shops and restaurants here were fun to explore, but I wouldn't say this restaurant is a place tourists need to visit. They open at 11:00am and when we arrived at ~11:10am, we were the first customers there. The interior is a bit dim but sunlight from their narrow storefront helped illuminate the place. It smelled a bit musky inside too but not intolerable. I ordered the N11 and my friend ordered the N1. We shared an order of chicken satay. The chicken satay was underwhelming especially given how they market it as their top item. The meat was tender but not as tender and juicy as I was hoping. The satay sauce was sweet and peanut forward (not like peanut butter) which was nice but I was hoping for more umami. I ended up enjoying the cucumbers at the bottom of this dish more than the actual meat and sauce. I got N11 because I like eating laksa, but I also found the dish disappointing. It's alright but again not worth the hype it gets from others. It wasn't spicy at all, like maybe 1.5/10. The broth was mostly creamy salty flavor rather than full of spices. I know it doesn't have seafood explicitly in it, but the fish cakes and fish balls would do well with meatier broth. The fish ball and fish cakes weren't bouncy and tasted quite fishy. The tofu pieces weren't fresh but not spoiled to a point I needed to call it out. Maybe the only thing I liked was the texture of the noodles. My friend's N1 tasted more like a soy sauce based sauce. I didn't like that sauce nor the texture of her noodles, so I was glad to stick with mine. She preferred her's more too. She said the more she ate, the milddddd heat in her sauce accumulated and made it too spicy for her to finish the last bite. I didn't taste any heat when I tried a bite, but maybe it was too small. This restaurant also charges a surcharge for credit cards, so we paid by cash.

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    I've only eaten here once but would definitely return. I had the cow feet curry. Feet were very…read moretender. Curry was mild in terms of spiciness but flavorful with strong coconut note. Served with rice. If eating alone, maybe not the best dish due to lack of veggies. Very reasonable prices. Friendly service. A lot of Indonesian customers. Not much ambience, but who cares.

    Seulanga Cafe is a homey neighborhood spot for some of the best Indonesian food. When you walk in,…read morethere's a few tables and shelves with goods for sale. It is buffet style, so all of the dishes are laid out on a food line and you order at the counter. I highly recommend the Nasi Padang ($14) as it was SO much food and everything was very delicious. The kale was cooked in coconut milk which was aromatic, creamy, and slightly spicy, but still retains that slightly bitter edge. The egg is coated in sambal which is definitely spicy but pairs so well with the rice. The beef was tender and fall apart and the sauce was thick and so flavorful. The chicken was also fall apart soft. The highlight of the dish was getting to eat each component with the coconut rice. The coconut rice is some of the best I've ever had!! It's hard to explain what it tastes like but it's the perfect blend of coconut, salty, sweet, and very savory. I would say it's much more traditional tasting compared to Sky Cafe (another popular Indonesian spot). They take cash/venmo/zelle (I think)! It is incredibly worth it for the price. Definitely want to support a smaller, local business!

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    It is indeed the best Martabak I have tried in the US. I stopped comparing all Indo food or snacks…read morewith one in Indo, but this is the best one man especially the tofu is very nostalgic and I really really love tofu so much. There's not a lot of places, especially in LA area that have savory Martabak, but this one nails it. I was only doing day trip to Philly so I was able to place a pick up order and they were very nice to have me pick up way after the opening hours because I was running late. Just keep in mind that they made it fresh so it's better to call couple hours in advance for them to make your order. I would say 3 to 4 hours before. They are combined store with other type of food like fried chicken and have a similar name so I can't wait to come back to Philly and try those fried chicken! When I went there to pick up my order, it was raining, but there were people waiting for that chicken orders. The auntie is also very nice. Their sign and color is very catchy so it's hard to miss. Vibe is very homie as well.

    Both of us are big fans of martabak, so we decided to stop by and give this place a try. The shop…read moreis quite small and is mainly geared toward takeout, as there is no indoor seating available. We ordered the cheese and Nutella martabak, and it was absolutely delicious. The martabak was fresh, flavorful, and definitely satisfied our craving. The only downside was the service, which was not as friendly as we had hoped. While the food was excellent, a warmer and more welcoming attitude would have made the overall experience even better.

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    We ordered takeout from Banana Leaf, downtown Philly, and were pleasantly surprised. It's not easy…read moreto find authentic Malaysian flavors, and this meal definitely left us wanting to come back and explore more of the menu. The Roti Canai was flaky, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the curry dipping sauce. The Red Curry Chicken was rich, aromatic, and absolutely delicious. We also enjoyed the Tofu Satay, which had great flavor, and the Pineapple Fried Rice with tofu was a standout--fresh, satisfying, and really tasty. The portions were generous. The only dish that didn't quite hit the mark was the Mama Chicken. It was a bit more heavily breaded than we expected and a little chewy, though we think that's probably because it's likely much better when served fresh in the restaurant. Overall, we had a good experience and are looking forward to dining in next time so we can try more of their specialty Malaysian dishes. Based on this meal, Banana Leaf has definitely earned a return visit.

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