Can't believe I've never written a review for one of my favorite Malaysian restaurants! I've been coming to West New Malaysia since its old location in the tunnel between Elizabeth and Bowery. It's my husband and my go-to spot whenever we're craving authentic Malaysian food. Some of our favorites are the curry beef brisket, princess tofu, curry stuffed noodle soup, Hainanese chicken, satay, and curry roti. Honestly, we've tried a lot of dishes here and pretty much everything has been delicious. We always end our meal with a bowl of cendol, which is refreshing, creamy, and the perfect way to finish a meal. The service is always fast and efficient and the staff are friendly. The ambiance isn't fancy, but it's comfortable, clean, and perfect for a casual meal with friends and family. read more

I was craving for authentic Malaysian food, specifically Roti. We were recommended West New Malaysia on Bayard Street in Chinatown. The place look small at first glance but when you reach the end, there is another room with additional tables. The place was packed for a week night. It was two of us and we didn't wait long. ROTI CANAI - 7/10 Roti canai is a flaky and soft flatbread pan fried until golden. It was served with a small bowl of chicken curry. The roti was smaller than I expected and it wasn't as crispy and airy as I had hoped. SATAY CHICKEN - 10/10 Whoa, this was surprisingly delicious! The chicken was seasoned well and grilled/charred in high heat. Making the chicken even more flavorful. The best part was the creamy peanut sauce drizzle on top. Chef kiss! HAINANESE CHICKEN (1/2 portion) - 8/10 Tender and silky chicken. I love the ginger scallion and spicy chili sauce. I've had this same dish in Malaysia and taste very close to it. I thought they put way too much soy sauce on the bottom of the chicken. It took away the taste of the chicken itself. That's just my personal preference. KANG KUNG BELACAN - 10/10 I haven't had this iconic dish in a decade! It's a simple stir-fry water spinach cooked with fermented shrimp paste (belacan). The intense umami punch makes eating this vegetable dish fun! You can taste the "wok hay" - iykyk! Food came out quickly and served piping hot. Attentive service. Overall, I enjoyed this dinner very much and look forward to coming back the next time I'm in New York. read more

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We'd passed by this spot countless times but never made it inside -- until now. Since we tend to hop around Chinatown, we kept our order restrained: just the roti canai and Hainanese chicken. The roti's pancake was wonderfully flaky and chewy, paired with an authentic, thick curry that brings a slow, spicy kick at the back of the throat. The chicken -- fresh, tender, and clearly never frozen -- is done in true Singaporean style. Honestly? One of the best in town. read more

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We ordered the sambal beef and the hunanese chicken. The sambal beef was awful and we left it for the most part after tasting. It tasted like tough slices of beef boiled in a vat of fish sauce. The hunanese chicken was good, we ordered chicken rice with it that was tasty. read more

FINALLY made it here after the rennovations and was looking forward to trying this place after hearing about told one and never having gone. I thought it was a solid meal and of course super affordable. We got a whole bunch of things, including skewers, beef chow fun and of course the beef rendang. As far as rendang goes, it was authentic and scratched that itch. While I don't know if it's making any "best rendang in the city" list it's a solid rendang that stands on its own. Definitely keeping this in mind when I want Malaysian food, especially since it's a hard cuisine to find and hope that they continue to see success. We also had the shaved ice which was decorated with corn and red bean, and while it isn't the most dessert-looking item, it was actually quite yummy and one of the highlights of our meal! read more

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The old New Malaysia shop used to be under the old Jing Fong dimsum/wedding venue in a long, thin alleyway tunnel between the major streets. Now they've moved into a shiny, new spot on Bayard, and the atmosphere here is cozy and bright all at once. Their specialties like roti canai and their curry beef are still very good - though the curry flavor is almost the same, it's a little different thickness when taking it home. Best to eat it there! Prices have gone up, though, no surprise there. read more

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I've been eating at this restaurant, from time to time, over the past 20 years. My bro in law misses the bigger menu that included honey glazed steak with fried rice. One of my faves that is still in the menu is the curry stew, could be the curry chicken or the curry beef or the stews in a bowl...still delicious!! Recently, I ordered vegetables stuffed with fish paste curry stew. I just wish there's a curry stew with both protein and vegetables. My friend ordered the beef curry stew which didn't have any veggies. Despite the facts, I'll be getting here again. The place is clean, never had issues with the food, the staff are responsive and the bathroom is clean. I wish them lots of business in their smaller space! read more

West New Malaysia - Vegetable stuffed with fish paste curry stew - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

This was my first time trying Malaysian food, and wow, did I pick a great spot. Every dish I had was amazing, especially the beef curry and roti. The beef curry had amazing flavor, and the beef was cooked perfectly, as it was extremely tender and would almost just melt in your mouth. The roti was also great. The flaky, buttery bread was divine, and the sauce on the side was delicious, with tender pieces of chicken inside. The aromatic shrimp was great as well. While the first two dishes I would definitely get again, I would maybe try something else in place of the aromatic shrimp next time. The atmosphere was comfortable, and the service was fast and efficient. I highly recommend this place! read more

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Delicious This is one of the best Malaysian restaurants in NYC. Portions are decent. Service is great. Quick and casual dining place for friends and families. Definitely must go. read more

West New Malaysia - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

Came by for a quick meal on a weekday afternoon. Came with a party of 4, no wait and our food came out relatively quick. We were in and out of the restaurant within an hour. I think depending on what you're ordering you might have a slightly different experience. I was craving for the Crispy Fish Head w. Preserved Vegetables Noodles Soup, but it was a bit too sweet for my liking since I was hoping more of a sourish balance. They were able to cut out roti canai into smaller pieces which was great. read more

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Came here craving something comforting and warm with all the snow and ordered the Hainanese chicken with Hainanese-style rice, and it hit exactly the spot! This is the kind of dish that seems so simple on the surface but really depends on execution - and West New Malaysia does it well. The chicken was tender and juicy, with a clean, comforting flavor that didn't need to be overly dressed up. The rice was also soft, fluffy, and fragrant, with a subtle but noticeable depth of flavor that made it enjoyable even on its own. The accompanying sauces really brought everything together. The vinegar chili dipping sauce was especially memorable as it was bright, tangy, and perfectly acidic, adding a refreshing contrast to the richness of the chicken and rice. It was the kind of sauce that instantly wakes up your palate and makes each bite feel balanced rather than heavy. The scallion oil was also spot on, fragrant and savory without being overwhelming, and added another layer of richness to the dish. Portion-wise, everything felt generous without being excessive, and the meal as a whole was incredibly satisfying in that cozy, comfort-food way. Overall, this was a very solid meal that delivered exactly what it promised: comforting, well-executed food with thoughtful flavors! I'd definitely return and explore more of the menu, but this Hainanese chicken is absolutely worth ordering. read more

West New Malaysia - Hainanese Chicken on Rice - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

If you come here, you have to try their drinks and desserts. I loved everything I ordered today: jicama fries, indian mee goreng, vegetable dish. The soya drink is tasty and shaved ice with cendol i really love it. read more

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We've eaten here twice. Not easy when you visit Chinatown and not end up eating Chinese as one might think. But in reality, there are many Chinese dishes, as well as Indian and Thai dishes, in their menu. This is so as part of the ethnic make-up in Malaysia. Curry Beef Brisket Rice $12.95. Beef was tender and the curry had a lot of depth. Very safe dish. Recommended. Panang Asam Laksa $14.95. This vegetarian dish had a lot of onion and overall too sweet for my liking. Definitely pass. Hokkien Mee $14.95. This is a Chinese dish as Hokkien is a province in China. I've never had this. It's a stir-fried but soupy udon noodle dish with shrimps, squid and pork. Udon was soggy; otherwise okay. Not much character but not bad at all. Capitan Noodle $14.95. This is like a soupy version of Chinese chow fun. Same protein mix as Hokkien Mee. The flat noodle was too soggy, a let down. Indian Mee Goreng $14.95. This is an Indian version of pad Thai but with egg noodle and a bit of spiciness. Good dish. Everything was on point. The exterior is different enough to stand out, with a bit of Western vibe. The interior setup is charming and current. Service was on point. Despite some misses in a few dishes, we plan to come back again. This restaurant feels approachable in terms of ambiance, food choices, and price point. read more

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Good varieties. $15 corkage fee. Favs - Crispy Prawn w/ Salted Egg . YUM, 5 giant prawn. General Tso's Chicken , no judgement it was pretty decent. Kang Kung Belacan Water Spinach, ON POINT. Mid yet okayed - Curry Bricket Beef Over Rice Combo ($11.95) meat is very fatty otherwise the flavor is great.. make sure it's the combo as the portion is quite big already. Beef Rendang- okayed. Our lease fav - Malay Fried Rice just kinda bland. Indian Mee Goreng was worse than instant noodle version... Ugh Over satisfying and will come back! read more

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Go to Malaysian spot since the "tunnel" Their roti canal is not what they used to be - frozen style now. But everything else is pretty similar like their stuffed curry noodles and stir fry. read more

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This was a To try spot, took my mom & dad ..for mother's Day , and got hainese chicken and rice, & roti, water spinach .. everything came out great. We also got Malaysian sticky rice cakes, so reminded us of Brunei!! Great!! Definitely return!! read more

First time back since their relocation, and glad to say the taste hasn't changed. My go-to dish is their curry chicken with broad noodles. No frills, just solid comfort food. read more

West New Malaysia - Curry chicken with broad noodles - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

West New Malaysia has been in Chinatown since it was in the "tunnel." I'm actually surprised I haven't reviewed these guys sooner given the many years I've eaten here and taken out. The food here is solid and so is this service. We ordered a medley of things tonight but my favorite was definitely the egg gravy flat noodles and the salt and pepper squid. Their roti canai is the only thing I'd say is disappointing. Not the it tastes bad, but that it resembles the ones you get from the frozen aisle at the supermarket. Definitely a great spot for Malaysian food. And they take credit card unlike their competition. read more

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The food was okay. I have never had laksa taste like this. And the combination thing was okay. I would've liked the soup base thicker. The kway teow was also not too impressive, nor was the roti. The beef satay was good I guess, mostly attributed to the peanut sauce. I guess it didn't live up to my hype because I've seen so many recommendations. The service was nothing over the top. Just fine. It was actually pretty crowded...but I was there on a Saturday for lunch. Idk if I would return when I have other options in Chinatown. read more

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Came here for a late lunch and everything was pretty good. I like the Malay fried rice as well as the stir fry rice noodle since you can take the fire. The Haianese chicken was also pretty good and the service was fast and nice. A lot of sitting place and overall a good experience read more

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The staffs were friendly. We ordered all the must tries. The Malay fried rice (which tasted fishy which is expected since they use a fish paste). Everything was delicious, I recommend the "must try" on the menu. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5 read more

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Came here after a very long bike ride and was ravenous for some good food. We decided to get some Malaysian classics like Hainanese Chicken, Beef Rendang, and the mixed veggies stir fried in shrimp paste. We also ordered some Hainanese rice and coconut rice to go with our mains. The Hainanese chicken was so moist and juicy and covered in a savory soy sauce. It came with an amazing chili sauce and a ginger scallion sauce. The beef rendang was the best I ever had! The beef was super super tender and cooked in a coconutty and slightly spicy curry. The veggies were crunchy and fresh in a great shrimp sauce that went perfectly with rice. Overall it really hit the spot and I will definitely be back!! read more

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It's been awhile since we had a good and satisfying meal. Everything was delicious. Not salty but flavorful. Authentic Malaysian meal. Staffs were very friendly. A bit expensive but worth paying for good food. Definitely go back again when I am in Chinatown. read more

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Came here on a weekend with a big group. Booked ahead of time to ensure we had seats. Ordered a family style / to share meals - roti canai, beef rendang, hainan chicken, fish, pork chop, noodles and the list goes on. The beef rendang was very good and tasty. Likewise with the hainan chicken. The ginger scallion sauce was on point. Kids really loved the pork chop. Decent meal had by all. Would recommend this spot to anyone craving Malaysian dishes. read more

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I loved West New Malaysia! The appetizers like roti canai and satay chicken was really tasty! The mee goreng was a surprise to me as well! In past Malaysian restaurants I've been to, the mee go reng has been a hit or miss for me, but it was a hit here! The yang chow fried rice was different from what I usually get. I guess I was expecting the yang chow fried rice to be more of a style I've had in a more traditional Chinese restaurant - rather than a Malaysia style read more

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West New Malaysia is a true hidden gem for anyone craving authentic Malaysian cuisine. From the moment you step in, the aromas and flavors transport you straight to Malaysia. Every dish tastes fresh, flavorful, and made with so much care. Must-try dishes (don't miss these!): Canai Roti - Perfectly flaky, soft inside, and absolutely delicious. One of the best I've had! Chicken Satay - Juicy, well-marinated, and grilled to perfection, served with an irresistible peanut sauce. Malay Fried Rice - Packed with bold spices, rich flavors, and cooked just right--comfort food at its best. read more

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A tasty spot for Malaysian food! Whenever I crave Malaysian cuisine, I think of this spot. We were near Chinatown so I had to come here again. I wish we had another two people with us so we could order more, family style. They offer "on rice" dishes meant for a single person. We got the Golden Squid, Curry Brisket on rice, and Hainanese Chicken on rice. The squid came out hot and coated in that good seasoned batter. Each piece was delicious. The curry brisket was great. Not a lot of tendon parts, lots of tender meat, and potatoes, all covered in their amazing curry. It's not that spicy! The Hainanese chicken was made well. Good mixture of white and dark meat. The sauces were good, the ginger scallion was especially tasty. Both rices were warm and fresh. read more

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West New Malaysia is one of my favourite restaurants in NYC. I've been here more times than I can remember and the food is always delicious, portion sizes huge, and price point unexpectedly low. Almost every time I come I get the combination curry rice, which comes with a large portion of curry chicken and curry beef (over rice). The meats are always delicious - very well cooked to a perfect tenderness and juiciness - and the amount of food is just so big for the ~$12-13 price point. I also really like the indian mee goreng - the noodles are very chewy and I liked the great mix of savoury/sweet flavours in the sauce. The char kway teow has a similar but overall blander flavour. Roti canai is usually yummy as well (the chicken curry is ofc the same as the one on the combo curry plate). Some anti-reqs: the singapore fried rice noodle was not very good. I felt that the noodles were so soft and borderline soggy, and the bland flavour just made it feel like eating pasta at times. I've also tried the kang-kong belacan (water spinach) which was ... fine? But it just tasted a bit overcooked and overly bitter when I had it. Nonetheless, I do tend to stick to the 3 or 4 things I've here that I love, and I'm always extremely happy at the end of my meal -- satiated appetite with loads of leftovers at such a low price. I have to say, I think this place is getting busier with time (finally getting the recognition it deserves), so it's bittersweet when I think about maybe having to wait for table in the future :P read more

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Ordered the curry chicken egg noodle dish for takeout. Pick up was quick. I was scared the curry would be too spicy since I do not have a great spice tolerance, but thankfully it was just right. Mild spicy, I was able to tolerate it with some water breaks in between. Flavorful curry and the chicken and potatoes were plentiful! Thick pieces of chicken, but could be more tender. It's still a good bite when soaked with the curry. Solid spot in the heart of Chinatown for takeout. read more

Ambiance is awesome. Lighting, design and decor really brings out a nice vibe. There was a really nice weekday crowd so there is definitely a good draw from the neighborhood. Now I realize that I am going to be the outlier but I was really disappointed in the food. It wasn't horrible but definitely the roti was not made fresh. It was tiny and I am pretty sure it was frozen and pre heated prior to serving Same for the beef satay. It came out very dry and looked exactly like it was pre cooked and was reheated for a few minutes. Lastly the Hainanese chicken was bland and dry as well. So overall, not impressive and very disappointing. Maybe our dishes were the ones pre made judging by the crowd but it was definitely a disappointment. read more

Decent Malaysia restaurant... to me only the choy keow teow is good .. the curry noodle and hokkien noodle was soso read more

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Had gotten the chicken satay skewers here with rice to-go on a weekday night. Was moderately packed but I didn't have to wait long for my order (~10 min). Had always been coming to this spot with my family since I was a kid when this spot was originally in the tunnel in between Elizabeth & Bowery st! The food quality has always remained great & very authentic to Malaysian recipes. There's a few Malaysian spots in Chinatown but this one is a MUST. It is a small ish location so seating can be a bit crammed/limited. Located on the corner of bayard street and Mott street! read more

West New Malaysia - A2. Satay Chicken - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

11.01.2025 @7:20pm Walk-in for a table of 2. Waited about 15mins Saw this new Malaysian place so came and try. The curry noodle soup was bland. The curry combination I switch for coconut rice (extra $1.50), and the curry sauce in this dish was more favorable but of the bigger piece of both chicken and beef meat was cold when i take the bite. Basically it was just the rice that was in the correct temperature. It seems was premade and just soft reheat (as i forgotten to mention, we place order with the female waitress least then 5mins and a male waiter brought out the two dishes). read more

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I came for the roti chanai on my chinatown food crawl and it was delicious. The roti was crispy, buttery, and flakey. The sauce was glorious -- flavorful, glossy, and rich. The chicken was tender and paired well with the roti. I'd recommend trying out West New Malaysia! read more

Ordered takeout from New Malaysia and really enjoyed it! The Hainanese chicken was tender and flavorful, and the nasi lemak had really flavorful coconut rice though I couldnt really taste the sambal. The kang kong belacan was tasty too, though I might try the bean curd sauce next time instead of the shrimp paste. The roti canai was great: flaky, buttery, and served with a delicious chicken and potato curry. The Indian migoreng was tasty but got a little soft from traveling through takeout. Great portions and good prices. Would definitely order again. read more

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I came here for dinner and had a great time! Located in Chinatown, this spot is a gem for Malaysian food. Service is pretty quick here. I got their combination curry plate, their roti canai, and their penang choy kway teow. Everything was phenomenal. Their combination curry was a huge portion and delicious. Their roti canai was also great. And, their penang choy kway teow had the perfect texture for noodles with lots of protein. Overall, delicious food for an unbeatable price and I would definitely come back. read more

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I ordered the Hainanese chicken over rice. The chicken is soft, tender, and flavorful. The scallion, ginger, and chili sauce on the side make it extra special. My friend ordered the curry stuff combination noodle soup and made a few special requests for the order. The waiter was very nice and made the tweaks to the order to the friend's liking. I would definitely go back again. read more

We were visiting and my cousin ordered a pandan dessert which was so good. I will definitely return to try more of their food.

The staff of the place were friend. The place was surprisingly also full of people. Food wise, it was some authentic malaysian food that tasted good and filled you up for the price. Ambience wise, it is a nice place to eat dinner or take someone to probably after work. read more

West New Malaysia - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

Pretty good food and no wait! Food came pretty quickly as well. I got the Hainan chicken and my only complaint is the chicken to rice ratio, there was way too much rice for the chicken, but the rice and chicken were both really good read more