Indonesian-French fusion w/ rave-worthy lobster noodles & Pandan French Toast. Great ambiance, perfect for date nights.
Experience a unique fusion of Indonesian and French flavors at this vibrant Nolita eatery. Diners rave about the inventive dishes, particularly the highly recommended lobster noodles and the delightful Pandan French Toast. The ambiance is noted as being great, making it a perfect spot for date nights or a special celebration.
This restaurant offers a distinctive Indonesian-French fusion cuisine. The lobster noodles and Pandan French Toast are frequently recommended and described as exceptional. While most feedback is positive, one commenter found the restaurant to be mediocre and not representative of authentic Indonesian food.
"The lobster noodles and Pandan French Toast are consistently highlighted as must-try dishes. Other praised items include corn fritters, lamb chops, and a mango salad."
Customers highly praise the restaurant's unique Indonesian-French fusion cuisine, with many highlighting specific dishes like the lobster noodles and Pandan French Toast as exceptional. The ambiance also receives positive mentions, contributing to a great overall dining experience.
Important Note
One commenter found the restaurant to be mediocre and not a good representation of authentic Indonesian food, despite its general popularity.
"This commenter seconded the recommendation for Wayan, noting that the Pandan French toast was surprisingly good."
Positive"A commenter recommends Wayan for its excellent Pandan French toast."
Positive"Wayan is recommended as a French-Indonesian restaurant that is great."
Positive"This user mentioned Wayan as a restaurant that has an amazing whole fish dish, though it's outside the Szechuan/Hunan category."
Positive"This user simply recommends Wayan."
Positive"This user strongly agrees with the previous recommendation, stating that Wayan's lobster noodles are their favorite dish."
Positive"The lobster noodles at Wayan are recommended for their powerful punch of black pepper and creaminess."
Positive"This user seconds the recommendation for Wayan, stating the dessert alone is worth the trip and that the restaurant is consistently fantastic overall."
Positive"Wayan offers a pandan custard dessert topped with fresh passionfruit that is described as amazing, being both tart and sweet."
Positive"The commenter expressed a strong general recommendation for Wayan."
Positive"This user states that the French toast at Wayan is spectacular and unlike any other they have had."
Positive"Wayan is included in this user's list of favorite brunch spots."
Neutral"This user suggests Wayan for a unique take on French toast, describing it as Indonesian fusion. While the French toast was a bit sweet for them, their husband loved it and it's a popular dish."
Neutral"Wayan in Nolita is described as a low-key favorite of the commenter, who believes it is not too difficult to secure a reservation for two."
Positive"The user recommended the corn fritters at Wayan, stating they are 'to die for'."
Positive"The author waited 40 minutes for Wayan's lobster noodles at the Asian Night Market event, finding it to be one of the top three bites they had."
Positive"The user is considering Wayan for a 'wildcard' meal in Manhattan, looking for fun yet approachable flavors."
Neutral"Wayan is mentioned as Indonesian, not Malaysian."
Neutral"This restaurant is listed as a repeat spot."
Positive"Wayan is recommended as a suitable restaurant for the user's needs, fitting the criteria for upscale dining with entrees under $35, and avoiding Italian and Chinese cuisines. It falls under Mediterranean and Asian Fusion categories."
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