Sadly haven't been to Kampar yet. But after trying them out at the Philly Inquirer Event, this will…read morebe the restaurant I check out when they finally come back to their location (this place is temporarily closed due to a fire). They had this amazing Malaysian pulled milk tea called Teh Tarik and Kaya Toast. The Teg Tarik was sweet but not too sweet. It was interested how they stirred the tea similar to in India where they move it from one container to another in a juggling type fashion. The Kaya Toast was crispy and had this amazing coconut custard in the middle.

Writing this review very late ... our dinner at Kampar was actually the night before their fire! So…read moreglad we snuck in before the tragedy, and we're hoping they are able to reopen soon. Kampar is close to home, so it's been on our list for a while, especially since our Malaysian cuisine experience is scant. We easily made reservations with friends for a Friday night. The reservation process is a little confusing since you can make res for downstairs or upstairs; the downstairs area features rotating chefs and their cuisines vs the upstairs area is true Kampar. We were happy to dine in the upstairs dining room, which had great ambience and vibes. It was dark and moody with simple candles and artwork around, plus a chill playlist. Our server was helpful in walking us through the menu and providing suggestions on number of dishes, etc. We started off with drinks. I love how their menu was separated into various types of drinks (light & bright, spirit forward, fun & fundamental, etc.), and I was blown away by all the unique pairings in each drink. It was a tough decision, but I opted for the Karbonat, which featured beet, sweet potato, and mandarin flavors - it was so fun and delicious! For round 2, I went for the coconut clarified whiskey tarik, loving the inclusion of banana leaf and Japanese vermouth. All my dining partners also really enjoyed their drinks, having a mixture of cocktails and wines / beers (something for everyone!). For eats, we debated just getting the Kenduri, where the chef simply cooks for you, vs ordering on our own. We ultimately decided to choose our own adventure, ordering the goat rendang, sayur goreng, ayam goreng berempah, and chili pan mee to split. We each got our own nasi lamak to soak up all the goodies. Every dish was beautifully crafted with quality ingredients and was so delicious. I lvoed the presentation of the nasi lamak, and my standout dishes were the rendang and ayam goreng berempah (a surprise hit). We all enjoyed each dish, and we were sufficiently full with this shared order (too stuffed for dessert, though). The price is reasonable - we spent less with our method of ordering than we would have with getting the tasting menu. The cocktails were a little on the pricier side, but given the uniqueness of the drinks, I get it. Kampar did not disappoint, and it was a great meal to share with friends. I was (and still am) shocked to hear about the devastating fire and prolonged impact, so I am keeping my eyes peeled to hear about their hopefully soon reopening!

Banana Leaf is a dependable Malaysian spot in Chinatown. (Wish we had more Malaysian choices, but I…read moredigress!) The dining room is spacious, with +20 tables, and an open kitchen so you can watch the staff at work. Usually I call in takeout orders for pickup, but I have stayed for a meal (usually with friends). Friendly service. My favorites: - Roti Canai - this flaky appetizer is a crowd pleaser. And that savory curry sauce! - Kangkung Belacan - stir-fried greens with chili paste. I'm obsessed with them. They're seasonal, so you might not always be able to order them. - Taiwanese Chicken - tasty, with the right amount of soy sauce. - Thai Basil Noodles - drunken noodles! Perfect when I want starch in my life. They take credit cards now (including paying with a smartphone). But pay cash and your bill will be slightly less.

85 out of 100 Banana…read moreLeaf is a long-time Chinatown favorite. I was WOWED by the shrimp with lady fingers (okra), seamless service (reminiscent of a well-oiled machine), and an unexpectedly large interior. --- I dined as a party of two for lunch on Sunday. When we first entered, we were shocked at just how large the interior of Banana Leaf was as compared to the exterior. It is also decorated very fun inside. We ordered the mama's chicken, shrimp with lady fingers, and homemade roti canai. Just a note that the most updated menu is online instead of the photos here. (Also rice is not included with the entrées, but needs to be ordered separately.) (1) Shrimp with Lady Fingers- I would come back for just this again and again. It was not too salty, and it was very flavorful (just the right amount of fishy), and the okra was cooked just perfectly. I am a little bias as an okra fan, but I LOVED this dish. My only issue is that the shrimp wasn't deveined. (2) Homemade Roti Canai- The roti was very flaky and had an excellent texture. I guess it's no surprise that it's the biggest thing advertised on the menu. The curry was pretty standard that came with it. It was just a little strange to me that the roti canai was completely cold when it came out. (3) Mama's Chicken- The chicken was dry for us, probably as a result of the smaller pieces being fried. Overall, it was pretty OK, but we wouldn't order this again. The service was excellent- food was quick to come out & anytime we finished a dish, needed water, or needed the check, the servers were at the table before we had to say anything. Totally streamlined!

The food here is consistently delicious! I love their drunken noodle. The staff is so sweet and…read moreeveryone does such a great job. I usually get takeout but when I've dined in, service has been absolutely wonderful. Easily one of my favorite restaurants in the area.

Wasn't sure what to expect from the outside, but the food was great. You can really tell when there…read moreis a Thai influence in the food and we ordered just from the Thai menu. I would definitely gonna go back not only for takeout but also to eat in as well worth the time I feel bad that I've driven past it for so long and never went.

I ordered from here since my regular Thai place was closed for renovations. The people were kind,…read moreand the food was ready when I went to pick it up. Besides that, the food was meh. The flavor in the tom kha was pretty nonexistent, couldn't even finish it tbh. Pad see ew had the flavor, but when you're paying $16-$20 for a dish, and you get smaller portions that what you're used to from the rest of the city, it's pretty difficult. The basil fried rice was also okay at best. With what I paid compared to what I got, I'd love a refund. Rather disappointed

My go to place for take out. I particularly enjoy their roti canai and their chicken chile…read moreselections. The mango cocoanut is a nice dessert.

I love this place as it is where I was first introduced to Thai food. Their Roti Canai, Thai basil…read morenoodle, and chicken potato curry are among my favorites. We stopped by recently and the look to be closed. I really hope that it is only temporary and that they will soon be back on their feet because they truly do make great food. My wife and I have been coming her for almost 20 years. If they move locations I hope someone can let me know.

As other reviewers have commented, Pasar Malam is in the former Penang location. My family and I…read morewere fans of Penang, so I was happy to see that a similar establishment opened in its place. Pasar Malam lives up to the stellar food of its predecessor with service that is much better than the former. On a Saturday evening, there were several patrons. We ordered Thai chicken lettuce wraps for an appetizer. For main entrees the Drunken Noodle and Kari Mee with Redang Chicken. Everything was delicious, flavorful and plentiful in portion size. The menu seemed similar to Penang. However they have added bubble teas and more drinks. Prices were very reasonable. The interior was not as dark. Perhaps, the addition of more overhead lights of just some fresh paint. I will definitely be back to try the lunch specials. Note: credit card service charge added to bill.

Pretty interior and service is nice. Food is very hit or miss…read more Tried many traditional Malaysian foods but was mostly disappointed. The roti canai was fine but not flaky enough. The beef satay was also okay but lacking in true flavor (need longer marinade). The hainan chicken was mediocre. Meat was tender enough but soy sauce was not flavorful enough and they don't serve chicken rice here which is truly the star of a real Hainan chicken dish. The char kway teow did not taste at all like the real thing. Very bland, no sausages, barely any seafood and no char. The vegetables were also mediocre. Probably would not return

The price was good for the value, their serving was big. Too much flavor going on with most of…read moretheir dishes. The shrimp with sambal sauce was a flop. We did not eat that. It was like 5 pcs of shrimp with a lot of bell pepper and onions and some sweet and sour sauce. The Hainanese Chicken didn't taste anything. The fried fish with salted fish sauce was good but had excessive amount of topping/sauce. The salted fish fried rice was excellent! The fried Calamari was ok could have used a little More seasoning. Overall it was just ok not the best. The service was fast. The restaurant decor is just ok.

Great place with great food. This place is a staple to visit in Chinatown and awesome prices. My…read morefriends 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

Had the most amazing meal with excellent service from Diane !…read more She is so welcoming and remembered us from our previous visits! We had 5 appetizers including Roti Canai Dumplings ipoh sprouts spring rolls and also chicken curry coconut rice vegetable casserole ! The highlight was the peanut pancakes for dessert Will be back soon !! I hope !!!