Authentic Malaysian flavors in bustling Chinatown. Must-try: crispy fried prawns, laksa & Hainanese chicken.
This Chinatown gem has been a local favorite for over 25 years, now expanded to better serve its devoted clientele. It's lauded for its authentic Malaysian cuisine, offering a vibrant and often bustling dining experience. The extensive menu features standouts like the crispy fried prawns with salted eggs and flavorful noodle soups, all served with remarkable speed.
This restaurant is celebrated for its authentic Malaysian cuisine, with many dishes receiving high recommendations. Standouts include the laksa, Hainanese chicken, beef brisket curry noodle soup, and especially the crispy fried prawns with salted eggs. The roti canai and chicken satay are also frequently mentioned. While most feedback is positive, a minor caveat is that the seating can be very tight.
"Highly recommended dishes include the crispy fried prawns with salted eggs, Hainanese chicken, laksa, beef brisket curry noodle soup, and roti canai. The Chendol shaved ice is also a popular dessert choice."
Customers overwhelmingly praise this restaurant for its delicious and authentic Malaysian dishes, particularly highlighting several standout options. While generally positive, some mention that the seating can be quite tight, especially during busy periods.
Important Note
The seating area can be very tight, which might be uncomfortable for larger groups or during peak hours.
"Recommends West New Malaysia."
Positive"This user found West New Malaysia's char kway teow and other dishes to be 'mid' and not close to the real thing from Singapore. They also mentioned Laut and Nyonya as just 'fine at best' for Singaporean food in Manhattan."
Negative"This user listed West New Malaysia as a place in Manhattan Chinatown that serves Char Kway Teow."
Neutral"This user stated West New Malaysia is their favorite in Manhattan."
Positive"This user recommended West New Malaysia in Chinatown, stating their food is generally very good and it's a go-to for chicken rice, though they haven't tried their char kway teow."
Positive"The original poster (OP) identifies the second dish as Chendol shaved ice from New West Malaysia, describing it as a favorite dessert."
Positive"The original poster (OP) expresses enjoyment for the noodle soups and desserts at New West Malaysia."
Positive"The commenter states that New West Malaysia is their preferred spot in Manhattan's Chinatown for Malaysian food over Nyonya."
Positive"Inquiry about the second dish, identified as Chendol shaved ice from New West Malaysia."
Neutral"The commenter inquired about the second dish in the photos, which was identified as New West Malaysia's Chendol shaved ice."
Neutral"The commenter is asking about the second dessert pictured, which is from New West Malaysia."
Neutral"This commenter believes New West Malaysia offers better Malaysian food than Nyonya."
Positive"The Indian pancake at West New Malaysia is recommended as an appetizer."
Positive"This user suggested West New Malaysia as an affordable option in Chinatown that is easy for walk-ins."
Positive"West New Malaysia is listed among several other recommended restaurants in Chinatown."
Positive"A brief mention recommending West New Malaysia."
Positive"This is a direct recommendation for West New Malaysia as a favorite Malaysian restaurant."
Positive"West New Malaysia is recommended as a restaurant."
Neutral"The author mentioned that the roti canai at West New Malaysia was amazing, and listed roti canai, chicken satay, and chow kueh teow roti as dishes available."
Positive"Describing the Hianese chicken, this commenter notes it is light, tender, falls off the bone, and is served with scallion-ginger sauce, chili sauce, and yellow rice."
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