Last Updated: 17 days ago
Phone: (347) 680-6105
Address: 69 BAYARD STREET 10013
Authentic Malaysian eats w/ amazing Roti Canai & Chicken Satay. A 25+ yr fave for delicious, classic dishes & refreshing shaved ice.
A long-standing Malaysian restaurant in NYC, this spot has been a favorite for over 25 years, known for its consistently delicious and authentic dishes. It's a place where you'll want to order your own Roti Canai, as it's incredibly tasty and served with chicken curry. Other standout recommendations include the Chicken Satay and Singaporean noodles, which are packed with fishcakes and shrimp. To finish, don't miss the refreshing lychee shaved ice, a larger, softer take on a piragua.
This restaurant is highly recommended for its authentic Malaysian cuisine, with the Roti Canai and Hainanese chicken being frequently mentioned as must-tries. Other popular dishes include beef brisket curry noodle soup and Singaporean noodles with fishcakes and shrimp. The lychee shaved ice is also a popular dessert choice.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Roti Canai (served with chicken curry), Hainanese chicken, beef brisket curry noodle soup, and Singaporean noodles. The lychee shaved ice is a popular dessert."
Customers overwhelmingly recommend this restaurant, praising its authentic Malaysian cuisine and specifically highlighting dishes like Roti Canai and Hainanese Chicken. The food is consistently described as delicious and a great value.
Important Note
The seating at this restaurant can be very tight, especially for larger groups.
"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."
Positive"This commenter agrees with the praise for West New Malaysia and specifically loves the Hianese chicken."
Positive"This commenter praises West New Malaysia."
Positive"West New Malaysia was recommended in Chinatown. Nyonya is also mentioned as a fine alternative."
Neutral"The reviewer strongly recommends West New Malaysia."
Positive"The reviewer states that the seating at West New Malaysia is very tight."
Negative"The reviewer states that West New Malaysia's seating is very tight."
Negative"This restaurant is recommended for Manhattan, and is considered cheaper. The reviewer prefers it over Curry House."
Positive"West New Malaysia is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"West New Malaysia is recommended as a good option for casual solo dining in Manhattan."
Positive"The original poster states they love West New Malaysia."
Positive"West New Malaysia is generally recommended."
Positive"The user's parents really liked West new Malaysia, indicating it's a good parent-approved option."
Positive"The commenter recommends West New Malaysia as a dining option in Chinatown for Malaysian cuisine."
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