The Pad Thai was great, and ready fast. Perfect take-out experience…read more Staff was friendly, and helpful.

Food is excellent will definitely be back as it is close to my house! Service was fast and friendly.read more

Small family run business with very friendly staff, delicious food and cozy restaurant setting. We…read moreorder 2 mixed plates and sides that we've never had before. The flavors were each individually unique but all were mainly savory and umami without it being overwhelming. This is the place is a must try if youre looking for authenticity.

Eating here feels like you're eating in a family member's Indonesian kitchen. the spot is small and…read morecozy, but we didn't have difficulty finding a table to grab. You can ask for an overview of all the dishes. The plates come with rice and you get as many of the dishes on top as you want. We grabbed 2-3 per plate. The beef rendang was great, something we are familiar with. We were less familiar with some of the tofu/tempeh options, but these were also delicious. The vegetable fritter we probably didn't need and lumpia weren't available when we went. The goat was also a hit. Very reasonably priced for the amount of food. We even got dishes to go (which come in containers and not with rice, maybe my biggest difficulty with the place). Maybe more difficult than that, however, was that the rice was a bit mushy and not our favorite. Super nice service. If you live in the area, I could easily see this being a go-to takeout spot.

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.

Great for US standard…read more Pempek 2/5 Lacked fish smell and the sauce .. not tart.. only tasted sweet which was not supposed to taste like that. Lontong Sayur 5/5 Exploded with flavors.., on point Rendang with rice 5/5 the rice was a little hard.. rendang was on point. Sate ayam 4/5 Not bad at all Mie komplet 3/5 They gave generous toppings .. but the noodles were not special... not fragrant enough Total $73 cash price plus tips

Can't speak to the typical dining experience, but I had to share my love for this place. My partner…read moreand I took one of the cooking classes offered here today. Booking was easy online and we were provided with the menu we'd be making. Chef Jay and his staff were so friendly, and the space we cooked in was very cozy. I loved the experience of Chef Jay explaining the ingredients, helping us understand the flavors we were creating, and then getting to eat all of our delicious dishes, and of course taking home the leftovers. This event was so worth it. I would recommend this to any one of any skill level. My partner and I are by no means chefs, but our food came out perfectly. I can't wait to come back and take another class here, or stop by for dinner!

Not worth the money or the hype…read more Pandan was recommended by close friends and we love Thai and Indonesian fare so we wanted to try it. It's priced like a solid sit down restaurant one would go to and easily spend $100 for a couple or small family on appetizers and entrees. The menu is interesting and authentic. The execution for our take away meal was sub par. First, we ordered two of an appetizer (dumplings) and only one was packed in our bag (unfortunately we only noticed after we were home); it was all stuck together and ripped apart - it was unappetizing to look at but had average flavor. The other appetizer, spring rolls, was very mushy and I am not sure if made as advertised; it was listed as some shrimp rolls and some vegetable rolls, but we only got one type of roll and I don't know if there was shrimp due to the consistency of the filling. The bang bang shrimp and chicken had NO bang (heat/spice) - it's like there was no seasoning at all and again the consistency was mush; it wasn't inedible but it wasn't worth $20. We would have been much happier at a standard Chinese or Thai place versus Pandan despite its stellar reputation. I'm not sure what happened tonight. Maybe it's better to sit down and have super fresh plates hit the table versus a 15 minute drive, but, I'm not convinced. Service was excellent, apart from the missing appetizer which could be an accident, an $8 accident. Not the end of the world.

If you want the real deal this is it. Amazing food reminds me of a real home cook meal. But if you…read morecant really handle spice be careful lol. Once again this the real deal!!!!! If you grab a dessert from the fridge they can warm it up for you too.

Everything that I ordered was good from the rice to the pork and the kick of the kale and the corn…read morefritter sweet and crunchy were Amazing together!! Comfort at its finest! I was happy with every bite!!! So glad I found you! Sometimes my day just needs deliciousness - THANK YOU DITA!!!!

Overall was rather fine. We are newly interested in this cuisine and to be fair we've had few…read moreoptions that were just a bit better. Started with the chicken veggie spring rolls app which is usually a safe bet. These were meh-a little damp and not as sprightly as I would want. For mains the mie goreng was okay, didn't feel strongly about it. Our favorite was the beef ribs w/ rice, which was really nice tender meat that fell right off the bone. As much as we liked the latter dish, two ribs for $25 was a bit pricy for takeout. Probably will continue exploring other options without feeling a need to repeat an experience here.

I think this was my first time having Indonesian food and I really enjoyed it -- already looking…read moreforward to coming here again! I got the spicy shrimp with sator beans and my friend who brought me here got the complete noodle stir fry. I will say I feel like the portion of the shrimp and potatoes was a little small for the price, but the food did taste very fresh. We came at 4pm on a Wednesday and there weren't any other groups around. The dining space is has a handful of tables, mostly four tops. They offer a lot of takeout too and have an order kiosk. Service was very friendly! If you have a sweet tooth, try their cantaloupe drink!

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!

Food is okay. I prefer Hardena. The service was quick but they aren't the friendliest. I think you…read morecan sit in but it's not really a sit in restaurant you would prefer.

Love this spot, you can do the $9 for 2 plate or $11 for 3 plate, the spicy stew and beef stew both…read moregood n I do like the kale and veggie mix and beef rendang. They said they don't have set menu which is why there isn't one online since they do own rotation of items so never set. Friendly staff and good food!

I really love Penang, and I honestly think that people who don't like it just haven't ordered the…read moreright dishes. Their tofu curry is, hands down, the best homie vegetarian meal in Philly. It's incredibly flavorful, comforting, and feels like true home cooking. It's such a simple dish, yet very packed with flavors. I've even dined here with meat-eaters who said they preferred it over the restaurant's meat dishes and thought it was the best item on the menu. I also highly recommend the roti canai. It's another simple dish that's full of flavor, and the curry dipping sauce is absolutely delicious. This time we also ordered the fish with the sweet and sour sauce, and it was very good. The sauce had a great balance of tangy and sweet without overpowering the fish. Penang isn't a trendy or particularly a "cute" restaurant, and the service isn't exceptional. But if you're going for the food, it's absolutely worth a visit- especially if you're vegetarian.

We had originally planned a 15 person reservation for tonight and the tables were ready upon our…read morearrival for our 6:30 resy. Due to last minute additions we were at about 19. They were able to accommodate which was great and very kind because I know this is not typical. From there they took our orders in a timely fashion and water pitchers were provided. From there it seemed the food took forever (expected for a big group) but it came out in distinct stages. One of our tables had their food and were finished before the next received entrees. From the time we ordered around approximately 7-7:15pm, our table of 6 respectively from our group did not receive their entrees until 8:30pm. However the beef chow fun was delicious and we scarfed it down asap. I understand waiting extended times for large parties, but to see smaller tables come in (3-4 people) and leave before we had our entrees was disappointing. Since the food was still overall good I'd like to come back with a smaller group and try some other menu items.

If you're in Philly and craving Indonesian food, this is a must-visit. We stopped in on an…read moreimpromptu trip and were blown away by the selection. Whatever you're craving, chances are they have it--from flavorful nasi goreng and refreshing rujak to sweet and savory cumi saus mentega and perfectly fried tahu goreng. They also carry Indonesian staples like pempek and bakso, but get there early because they sell out fast--and for good reason. The menu is extensive and it's one of those places that instantly transports you back to Indonesia. This spot is absolutely worth the stop.

While visiting South Philly, we originally planned to try another restaurant, but it was closed. We…read moredecided to give D'jakarta Cafe a try since it had great reviews, and we were genuinely surprised by both how nice the space is and how amazing the food turned out to be. Overall Ratings Atmosphere - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Food - 5/5 Parking - Street Parking Atmosphere - The restaurant is on the smaller side with limited seating, but it feels modern and thoughtfully designed. I especially enjoyed the artwork throughout the space. Service - We had the chance to chat with one of the owners and learned they have only been open for a couple of years. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming, and I truly hope they continue to see the success they deserve. What We Ordered - -Chicken satay (Very good, with a peanut sauce that isn't overly heavy or overpowering like at some places) -Beef rendang (An incredible dish. We were both impressed by how rich and flavorful it was) Final Thoughts - I would definitely recommend visiting this restaurant if you are ever in the area.