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    Tee Jay's Corner Cafe

    4.8 (238 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Loco Moco
    Rayce M.

    Tee Jay's is a Carson City institution. I have been eating from Tee Jay since his farmers market days, but he has been in this location inside the Cactus Jacks casino for many years now. I can't believe I have never written a review. Specializing in Indonesian food with a western twist, Tee Jay is serving up great noodle dishes, burgers, cheesesteaks, hot dogs, and one of my new favorites, Loco Moco! The Krakatoa cheesesteak is one of my favorites. Thin-cut steak, cheese, and if you like spicy, it's even better! The loco moco is what I tried most recently, and I thought the portion size was great for the price. The classic noodle dishes like pad thai and the curries are also bomb. The ambiance here isn't the best since it's located on a casino floor; however, the classic counter diner has a special ambiance in and of itself. I almost always get food to-go from here. Tee Jay is always working at this place with a few assistants, and they are a truly kind and caring staff, wanting to make the best food for their guests. Give Tee Jay's a try, you won't regret it.

    Red curry
    Wesley C.

    Staying in town for a snow trip and looking for places to eat and while scrolling this place statistically stands out among the rest. Curious, I urged my friends to come with me and honestly it was the best decision of our trip. We were a bit intimidated by the location, a countertop set up nested in the middle of a casino. The cigarette smell isn't noticeable at the counter, and Chuck and TJ are just amazing. Since everything is just at the counter, the service is super amazing and you can watch them prepare your food in the spot. Chuck gave us an amazing intro into Indonesian culture and how the food scene evolved over the past years. We ordered the pot roast, nasi goreng, and red curry. All dishes were absolutely stellar. The food was made with heart and the conversation with Chuck was super fun. I think I would definitely encourage my friends to stay in Carson City again in our next trip just so we could hit this spot. Will try my best to return to this gem of a hole in the wall.

    Jalepeno cheese burger
    BchBum B.

    Another great jalapeño cheese burger made by Chuck. And the best French fries!! Thanks for the great dinner!

    Legendary Rendang Dawg
    John C.

    What a great experience at Tee Jay's! We had a great time chatting with Chuck about the restaurant and the food. He is incredibly knowledgeable and was a pleasure speaking with. We had stopped into Tee Jay's as part of my quest to get a hot dog in every state capital in the US. Tee Jay's was our Carson City stop. It's located inside the casino so don't expect to see a sign on the street. Head on in to the well-lit counter restaurant in the corner. Be sure to watch their hours so you don't catch them during the break between meals. We were a few minutes early for dinner but Chuck waved us over and got us started. So much of the menu looked great but, again, we were their for hot dogs and, in particular, their famous, legendary Rendang Dawg. It was topped with a delicious rendang steak curry that was super flavorful. Then topped with a pickled cucumber dressing (achar) and then crunchy fried onions. Chuck recommended using a fork and knife and, after the first few bites, you kinda have to because the toppings are just overflowing. The bun and dog itself are big too. I would love to return to Tee Jay's and just sit and order and sample so many things. Hopefully I have that opportunity!

    Kevin O.

    Believe the hype this place is legit. It's tucked away inside a casino, but you'll find it. Everyone behind the counter was very helpful. If you're not familiar with Indonesian cuisine they'll walk you through it. The man working the grill noticed I ordered tofu and checked into make sure any dietary restrictions were covered, I don't have any but it was a nice touch. He also made sure the spice level was what I wanted ahead of time. I can do spicy, but probably not Indo spicy, so he kept it within my limits. I got the lumpia and tofu/egg/rice entree whose name I cannot remember. Absolutely delicious. No qualifiers like "for Carson city" or "for a casino". It was really great. They also made their own (very) hot sauce and riff on Chinese mustard. Both great. Way more than I could finish so they boxed it up beautifully. Then whammo, a surprise fruit salad for palate cleanser/dessert. Love it. Note: they have real sugar Pepsi. Whole heartedly recommend

    Cashew stir fry, and a bottle of Tee Jay's spicy street sauce
    Dominic E.

    I keep coming back to Tee Jay's. Since my first review I've gotten to know Chuck and Tee Jay a lot better, and I can say that these guys care about the food they are making, the customers they are serving, and the community they are both living in and building up. It helps that they are serving some of the best food in all of northern Nevada. If you're a Carson local, or someone from Reno and you haven't been you owe it to yourself to check this place out. Get the nassi goreng, get the curry, get the pasta, or get a burger, it will not disappoint.

    5th Annual Chowder for Charity Today at Tee Jay's Corner Cafe
    Catherine C.

    5th Annual Chowder for Charity Today @ Tee Jay's Corner Cafe Get some chowder and support a good cause. Service is always friendly and the food is delicious!

    Fried Banana & Coconut Ice Cream
    Jacqueline T.

    We were driving through Carson City when visiting Lake Tahoe, so we decided to stop for lunch. This spot is inside of a casino which was the only downside for me. Casinos don't bother me, but I don't love being around smoke. You can always get takeout though. My husband and I shared: - Indo Burrito - Krakatoa Cheese Steak - Fried Banana & Coconut Ice Cream The Krakatoa Cheese Steak is one of the best things I've eaten this year. It was a mess, but you won't care with how good it tastes. We also loved the burrito and would happily try anything else on the menu. I was sad that the fried bananas came covered in chocolate sauce (not listed on the menu) because I really don't like chocolate. I ate around it as much as I could and they were still amazing. This was hands down the best place we ate while in Tahoe. It's a bit of a drive, but I would do it just to eat here.

    Mango sticky rice
    Caleb W.

    Tried twice in the past two weeks! Drunken noodles were amazing. They're running a special of mango curry and mango sticky rice. Highly recommend. Small bar seating but the staff is energetic and welcoming.

    Krakatoa Cheesesteak
    Katherine C.

    The Krakatoa cheesecake was absolutely delicious -- such complex, well-balanced flavors, and the unique sauce really elevated the dish. I also loved how it paired with the thinly sliced steak(cooked perfectly); everything felt thoughtfully seasoned. The cheesesteak with crispy fries was hands down my favorite item and something I'd definitely order again. The pad Thai was also great -- slightly sweet with nice hints of ginger that made it really enjoyable. What truly stood out, though, alongside the Krakatoa Cheesesteak, was the experience. Both co-owners, Teejay and Chuck, came by to talk with us and share the stories behind the dishes we ordered. You can genuinely tell the food is made with heart, soul, and intention. Teejay explained what makes Indonesian cuisine unique, which made the meal even more meaningful. Chuck also told us about their Moby Dick-inspired clam chowder -- I loved the generous amount of black pepper, though I think it could've used a bit more clams. My cousin did mention that she noticed a very noticeable cigarette smoke smell since the café is located in a casino, but it personally didn't bother me much. Overall, great food, warm hospitality, and a really memorable dining experience. The passion behind the dishes truly shines through.

    Indo Burrito
    Anthony T.

    Tee Jay's Corner Cafe is an unexpectedly delicious Indonesian American fusion diner hidden away inside an unassuming casino. When my wife and I visited Lake Tahoe, we both agreed it was the best meal we had during our trip. The service was fast and friendly, the owners are very welcoming. As for the food, my wife and I shared the Indo Burrito, the Krakatoa Cheese Steak, and the Fried Banana with Coconut lce Cream. To this day, I still think about how good the Krakatoa Cheese Steak was. The Indo Burrito was good too but I'll order the cheese steak again before I order the burrito again.

    Nasi Goreng

    Based on Yelp posts and a TV spot about places to try I finally wrangled a lunch visit with my husband who normally avoids casinos, especially little old ones. But everything I've read and heard about TeeJays is spot on. I assume it was Chuck who greeted us and when we said we were rookies he gave us a way ndergul talk about Indonesia food and how it differs from Asian foods we are more accustomed to. I asked for whatever was the most typical street or home made taste and he directed us to a rice dish and a noodle dish. We had chicken in one and shrimp in the other. Both were delicious and so very distinctive from Thai and other Asian foods. I also tried a dry seasoning and a sauce...both were pretty hot but fresh and distinctive. I highly recommend this little corner cafe and from what we saw I'm sure the American classics are great too. Good place to go with a movie mixed group!

    Pad Thai with chicken
    Haruko S.

    Great food, quick service, and very friendly people. Relatively quiet today - especially for a Saturday - however, it was nice not to have to wait in a line or for a long time to get our food. We ordered the drunken noodles with tofu (spicy and oh so delicious!), fish and chips (really enjoyed the fish - for the first time - with malt vinegar and thoroughly enjoyed the tartar coleslaw), and pad Thai with chicken (left the plate very clean). Was also able to enjoy some shrimp chips (haven't had these in years)! I used to work in a Malaysian restaurant and miss the food so much, so I was thrilled to see Indonesian food! I'll be back - need to try the other dishes!

    Fried rice, coconut soup, noodles

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    I was excited to try this place but their Pad Thai and Thai Iced tea was not it... it tasted like ketchup for some reason...

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    Good food. Really nice people. Very casual. Small local restaurant. TeeJay is a nice guy. They make the food right there.

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    Absolutely amazing food and service. They really need a bigger restaurant because it's always packed when I'm in there.

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    Food is consistently delicious (we go weekly). They are welcoming and friendly, highly recommend lumpia and the Tommy burger! A++++

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    The Basil Restaurant

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    I have a short layover here in Carson City and I gave my crew the afternoon off cause we just had…read moreto wait for a few things. So, my local friend wanted to take me to this Thai restaurant right down on the main street in downtown, if Carson has an actual downtown that is. We got parking right in front of the place on the main street. Inside is nice and elegant in a Thai kinda way. Nicer than a casual mom and pop Thai joint. We get seated at a nice table near the front. My friend already knows the menu, so I go with hos suggestion for the Lunch special Duck with sauce over rice. It's $22 bucks, so it better be good! He has the Thai battered salmon for around $19. Soup is included and it's just a veggie broth, though tasty. Then our lunch specials come out. Oh wow, that duck look really good. It's totally deboned, so no messing with bones at all. The sauce was super tasty. My friend said he thinks its some sort of duck juice reduction with other added stuff. Whatever, this was one of the most tasty duck dishes I've ever had. His salmon was unique, I never saw a dish like that made with salmon. The coating was very unique and crispy and the salmon not over cooked. Overall, I really liked this place. I think my crew is having lunch at one of the local casinos, I'd rather be here!

    The Basil Restaurant was not on my regular route but it was well worth the detour!…read more To start we had a complementary veggie soup with tofu. Lunch entrees come with a side salad topped with peanut sauce and a delicious wonton cracker. We tried the yellow curry and pad see ew and both were very good. Don't forget to pass through Downtown Carson City for the cutest restaurants and old town charm

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