Every new Indonesian spot I try is somehow better than the last. Despite its generic sounding name, Asian Taste 86 serves a wide variety of Indonesian dishes. I ordered some of my favorites that I've had at other Indonesian spots to compare. The nasi bungkus here is possibly my favorite iteration I've have so far, and certainly the largest portion. The rendeng was so tender and flavored with warming spices, resulting in a heat that builds as you eat. The jackfruit curry featured ample soft, silky pieces of jackfruit in a spicy sauce which soaked into the abundant rice. This version of nasi bungkus is truly a celebration of textures. I really enjoyed loading some rendeng onto one of the shrimp crackers included on the plate, this is a great bite. You also get a corn fritter which is rich and pleasantly greasy as well as a piece of fried tofu which is truly a wonder. I don't know how they prepare this tofu but it's well seasoned throughout with a juicy interior and a crispy exterior. The es teler was yummy also, with a variety of different jellies. However when I've had this dessert before it's generally made with shaved ice and i didn't like this version as much as it contains whole ice cubes which are hard to eat around. The service was lovely and helpful and the waitress seems genuinely passionate about sharing this cuisine with people. I overheard her discussing the details of various dishes with other tables and making helpful recommendations throughout my visit. The food alone would encourage me to return, but this kind of welcoming service is an extra bonus. read more

Asian Taste 86 - Nasi Bungkus - Halal Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Asian Taste 86 has been around for many years! They recently opened a little Indonesian store across the street called, you guessed it, Asian Taste Store! Drop by and see all the unusual Indonesian snacks, foods and condiments they have to offer! It's a tiny store but packed with merchandise. Definitely worth a visit since you're already there. Ok, onto tonight's dinner! 8 of us shared the below menu family style: Menu (shared by 4ppl): -- Sate Kambing (4 skewers/$17): Grilled Marinated Lamb Skewers; served w.rice cakes & spicy sweet soy sauce. This was my fave dish of the night. We requested the lamb done medium, and it actually did come medium! These skewers were very tender and flavorful. (5/5) -- Steak Jawa & Rice ($24): Grilled Ribeye w.mixed veg & spicy sweet soy. This dish comes on a sizzling platter, so best not to let it sit on the platter for too long, or the steak will get overcooked. This was another great dish. The dipping sauce that came on the side is fantastic and went really well with the steak. But the mixed veg was nothing special & disappointing; just frozen mixed carrots, corn & string beans. (4/5) -- Nasi Bungkus Nangka w.Ayam Penyat ($20): Rice platter wrapped in Banana Leaf, w. fried smashed marinated chicken, jackfruit curry, shrimp cracker, corn fritter, tofu & house green Sambal sauce. This was the least fave dish of the night. It wasn't very flavorful and the fried chicken was extremely overcooked and dry. The sauces couldn't even save this chicken! The rest of the dish was ok. I've had this dish at other restaurants and have always like it. This version, not so much. Next time, I'd pick a different protein. (3/5) Customer service was so friendly and welcoming! Be warned: this restaurant is very small and can only seat a max of 18ppl. They do take reservations, so call ahead for large groups. They also do a booming takeout service! I would return to try some of their other dishes, and more of the lamb skewers! read more

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Small place with tables mostly for 4. Was busy that weekend when we went but we got the last table. We liked the yellow beef soup with the noodles, toppings; and the Java lamb fried rice with tender lamb pieces. The fried chicken wasn't as tasty as described on the menu, so needed the sauce. Thai iced coffee was ok in sweetness. Restroom available. There are some street parking in front and metered ones along Whitney Ave. read more

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This restaurant in Elmhurst has been in the neighborhood for 14 years serving traditional and authentic Indonesian food. It's a small family-run local spot that has a lot of regulars coming in for their variety of appetizers, noodles, soups, and rice dishes. An extensive halal menu that has options for everyone interested in trying Indonesian cuisine! Get their hot sauce on the side because it is Indonesian-style spicy, very hot. The vibe is very cozy, with only 5-7 tables inside depending on the time you're dining. Here are some of the featured dishes & drinks: Shumai bandung $13 Chicken satay/sate ayam $16 Oxtail soup $18.50 Java fried noodles/mie goreng java w/shrimp $16 Nasi bungkus nangka with rendang $21 Fruit cocktail $7 Soursop fruit juice $7 Es cendol $7 Asian Taste 86 (8610 Whitney Ave, Elmhurst, NY 11373) Open Wed-Mon 11am-9/10pm read more

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Keepin it real out here in Elmhurst I do think this is the go to spot for Indonesian food in Queens. Traditional and great presentation. They def doing a lot of good to bring Indonesian food to new york city. Small spot but they making it work. read more

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Apparently this place has been around for awhile. It's a small hole in the wall spot with limited seating. I can tell that a lot of regulars come here and they also have many take out orders. The price point is great as it's inexpensive. Even though it's not written anywhere, they told me that paying in cash is cheaper vs credit cards they tack on a 3% surcharge. Always bring cash with you. For food, I ordered the lamb satay only came with two skewers and it was priced like an entree and soto noodles. However, overall I felt like my meal was pretty good. read more

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Really excited to try halal Indonesian food. I got coconut rice and fried/roasted chicken with some sides. There was a fish sauce but I didn't know what it went with. The chicken was good but I couldn't navigate the other sides on my own. If there was some guidance or note in DoorDash or the website that would have been nice. Especially if it included explanation of what flavors will come and if it's sweet or savory. Tamarind soup was a total no go for me though. read more

Asian Taste 86 - Halal Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

This place is great option if you are looking to try some authentic Indonesian food. The place is small with only a handful of small tables for seating. What is very helpful is that their website and menu have photos of the food with detailed descriptions for those who are unfamiliar with the cuisine. It's a family run place with kind staff members. They have all the traditional dishes here with a wide assortment of rice dishes, fried noodles, soups, appetizers and even some desserts to choose from. I'd recommend the nasi goreng (fried rice) with chicken or the beef rendang over rice if you are looking for some solid traditional choices. read more

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Food was amazing Indonesian food is so flavorful. Nasi bungkus and Soto betawi were banging. On top of that our server was so nice. We left in a hurry to catch a train and she ran to us twice in pouring rain to bring us leftovers we forgot. 10s all around read more

The taste was so good and the service is amazing .We ordered lamb dish and fried chicken with green chili sauce.They came with different kinds of side dishes over rice.I love that kinds of variety taste. read more

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Great Indo spot! Not many of these around. The calamari was a bit expensive for the portion size so I don't think we would get it again. The Batagor was worth it and I like that there is a variety of fish cakes and rice cakes in the platter. The lamb satay is delicious! Meat was tender and wasn't game-y at all (which I'm cautious about whenever I have lamb). The seafood fried rice and fried noodles are also favorites. They don't skimp! There is a decent amount of assorted seafood pieces in each dish. They don't play around with the spice! For all y'all spicy lovers, you may have met your match here. The restaurant can probably hold around 16 people. Very "locals spot" vibe--they all treat each other like family. It's not really a spot where you make a formal reservation, but I always like to call ahead and ask if they have the space for my family to come by. read more

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Ate here today for dinner after work as a substitute paraprofessional at P.S. 7 Q with my coworker to let him try Indonesian food for the first time. We both ordered different kinds of fried rice to enjoy ourselves individually that it we had said that it tasted delicious. The service there was also friendly and pleasant. We couldn't agree more. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time! :) read more

Asian Taste 86 - Halal Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Came in on a Sunday around 3:30pm. Despite it still being an off time, there were still a few people inside. I ordered the savoury fish cakes and the rendang over rice to share. The savoury fish cakes were my favorite. The fish was mixed with something glutinous before it was fried. The sauce was slightly sweet with a bit of acidity. The noodles on the bottom were a bit spicy. It was a very balanced appetizer. The rendang's flavor was really good, but it was very dry. It was hard to eat it without drinking water. The rice was fragrant despite it being normal rice. The portions are generous. Given the amount of people ordering takeout out, it's pretty solid Indonesian food. read more

Asian Taste 86 - Savoury Fish Cake - Halal Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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I'd give 0 stars if possible. I've been looking forward to this all Ramadan. I ordered the Java steak for my brother who clearly said "No, I want the beef teriyaki." The server misunderstood & ordered both. We also got the yellow chicken soup & the lamb fried rice. It took 30mins for the food to come. The server mistakenly gave my brother Java steak & also tried to give us beef teriyaki afterwards but we said we didn't order it. The server left & came back & said we did order it. Not a big deal they misunderstood & mixed up the order so we said we'd take the beef teriyaki to go. I took several bites of my yellow chicken soup, I didn't even eat 1/6 of it. I found a hair in the soup. I kept trying to call the servers. I called at least 5 times & the male server finally came up to us. I told him I couldn't eat since there was hair in my soup & he said "ok" & went to the other server. The female server didn't even bother coming by. I just sat & waited for like 30mins. I called the male server again & he said he told the female server. I asked if she was ever going to come over. When she finally came over, she asked what the problem was. I said I can't eat since there's hair in my soup. She asked if I wanted a replacement to which I said no. She finally apologized but I was infuriated by then. She should've came over & apologized right away. The attitude of the servers seems like they're too busy to care. She didn't even offer to give us a refund for the hairy soup (we already paid). The least she could've done was apologized immediately, offer a refund, or an exchange. Once again, I'm severely disappointed by the customer service. I do not appreciate fasting all day to find hair in my food & horrible customer service. One of the main problems is they don't have enough servers which is why they don't care abt service. We asked for our food to go which took another 30 mins. Needless to say, I won't be coming back. read more

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This place proves that sometimes the best finds are unplanned. I formed connections with the people here, who are all wonderful and exceptionally friendly. Their food options don't need translation. The dishes reveal depths of flavor worth exploring. This spot left a strong positive impression. read more

Experience the vibrant and authentic flavors of Indonesia at Asian Taste! This halal Indonesian gem offers an extensive menu that's perfect for everyone, from the adventurous foodie to those seeking comfort in home-cooked meals. Asian Taste stands out for its authentic and affordable halal Indonesian cuisine. It's a must-visit for anyone longing for the true taste of Indonesia. We ordered: Shumai Bandung Gado Gado Fish cake Oxtail soup Tamarind soup combo with chicken Beef rendang over rice Chicken noodle wonton Sour sop fruit Fruit cocktail Follow @spinx17 for more NYC food recs! read more

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Food was delicious. The menu is extensive and there is something for everyone. They offered complimentary Jasmine tea which was awesome. I ordered the Java steak which was cooked to perfection. The only reason I gave them a 4 was due to the portion size. Otherwise I would recommend you check them out. Also, they are halal which is a plus. read more

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Very authentic and affordable halal Indonesian food! Came here with my friends on a Saturday night for dinner - didn't need to make reservations. Plenty of options to choose from and everything was delicious. read more

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Very cozy restaurant with friendly service good food, and affordable prices. My friend had the soto mie while I had the beef teriyaki combo. Complimentary jasmine tea is provided. My friend enjoyed the soto mie which is a turmeric curry noodle soup. It comes with a couple of crispy spring rolls and a spicy hot sauce. I tried the soup, but I prefer the beef teriyaki even though it isn't Indonesian food. You can choose to have the beef teriyaki cooked medium or well done. It was delicious and sweet. The sauce mixed well with the rice and vegetables. It comes with three shumai and a chicken soup which was bland. The shumai isn't like the ones you find in dim sum. The filling is more like shrimp tofu. The deliciousness of the beef made up for the other food in the combo though. Edit: Came back two weeks later and I'm impressed that the waitress remembered us and what we had last time! I tried the yellow chicken soup which comes with rice and a large shrimp chip. Everything was delicious! read more

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Pre-COVID: Small, warm, and cozy, eating a meal here feels like you're dining in someone's living room. Our waiter, who might also have been the owner, welcomed us like regulars even though it was our first time and was enthusiastic about explaining the menu and cooking methods. We started off with complimentary tea. My friend and I also ordered coconut juice (much sweeter and a little thicker than coconut water, with coconut chunks), and a Thai iced tea. Also on the menu were Japanese items like takoyaki. They have board with specials and we received detailed explanations as to what they were. We ordered the Gudeg Ayam Penyet: fried chicken (choice of dark or white meat), jackfruit, coconut milk, with a hard boiled egg, deep fried tofu, cucumber, and soy bean patty on the side. We also ordered the whole red snapper, deep fried then grilled, with deep fried then grilled tofu, and another soybean patty. Both came with rice. The chicken on the Gudeg was overcooked and dry, but the jackfruit was delicious. This was my first time having jackfruit and had I not known it was fruit I would have thought it was meat. There is a sweetness to it, but the texture and flavor were very similar to shortibs (it flakes the same when you pull at it with a fork), and it is cooked with a bit of cow. There was a also just a little heat. I would have gladly eaten an entire plate of this as an entree. The dish also came with a medium spiced (some would find it very spicy) red dipping sauce that tasted strongly of shrimp paste. The snapper was also overcooked, I'm not sure that it needed to be both deep fried and grilled. The the tofu that was prepared the same way was the best I've ever eaten. They marinate it in a tumuric sauce first (when you break it open you can see yellow). The inside is creamy and silky, while the frying and the grilling from the outside give it both a slight crunch and the smokiness from the grill. We ordered an extra side of this just to take home. The dipping sauces here also included the red shrimp paste based one, as well as a sweeter thin brown sauce I thought went well with the fish and soybean patty. We took the owners recommendation and mixed them together on the rice and this was definitely the right thing to do! The meal had 3 and 4 star aspects to it but I rounded up because of the phenomenal service and because when something was done well, it was done really well, and makes me want to come back to try more! read more

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We ordered a bunch of dishes and ate family style. The noodles with shrimp paste were delicious and the first off the day with jasmine rice. They're fully halal if that's a consideration. The seating area is pretty small so would not recommend this place for a group larger than 4 people. read more

Likes - small business - friendly staff - Halal Indonesian food - outdoor space Dislikes - hard to find parking read more

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This place is so cute I have never tried Indonesian food so try it I got chicken over rice so delicious and yummy Must try it read more

10/10 food, service, everything. Came with my husband for dinner a few nights back and definitely found a regular spot for us to go to InshaAllah. I had the beef Rendang - amazing. He had the teriyaki beef - also fantastic, just wish we went with Medium instead of medium-well. Service was nice as well, casual place to dine in. I'm so glad we split our soup because the portion was very big. Also you must ask for the hot sauce with whatever you order. Food is full of flavor but it adds a nice kick. read more

This place is amazing! Unfortunately I've only been here once so I can't make specific recommendations, but I would order the things I got again (corn fritters and fried chicken). The fritters were amazing, and I also really liked the tofu that came with the chicken. The chicken itself was a bit dry, but the skin was very flavorful. All in all, 5 stars for great service and generally great food! The food here is so authentic, and most of the patrons are Indonesian (all generations - from college-aged to grandparent aged). For ethnic foods I always trust a place's authenticity by the patrons - if a Chinese restaurant has no chinese clients it's probably for a reason! From my own perspective, the food is tasty and fresh, and Johny the owner is so friendly. He happily answered all my questions I had about Indonesia and his restaurant. If I lived in New York I would come here more often! Thanks Johny for being a great host! read more

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Chicken satay was super yummy, tender and flavorful! The spring roll (lumpia?) was good as well. Rice dish wasn't too memorable. Also tried the tamarind soup which I've never had before, it was sweeter than I expected, but the taste was quite interesting. One downside is the service was kinda slow. Would recommend for a well priced bite of Indonesian food in Elmhurst read more

Asian Taste 86 - Combo rice satay - Halal Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Although it's a hole in the wall, this spot has amazing food! The restaurant is smaller but still spacious and a great spot for a quick lunch. Everything was so delicious and had a home made feel to it! The batagor was amazing and was probably my favorite dish! I'm not a fan of fish but the fried fish cake and sauce were so delicious as was the fried tofu! The calamari was well done with just the right amount of crispiness. The spicy teriyaki chicken was very well seasoned and I enjoyed it, although it wasn't as spicy as I would have thought. I wasn't a fan of the chicken egg noodle but it was well made and seemed to be a popular choice amongst customers. Overall, this is an incredible place with really flavorful food that gives you the feeling that you're eating home made food. read more

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Ordered takeout one night. Highly recommended their oxtail dish and smashed fried chicken! Super flavorful and delicious! Truly authentic and just wanted more! Oxtail was super tender and the broth was so flavorful- perfect for a snowy cold day! Their fried chicken is juicy and flavorful too. It was perfect dinner for two! Highly recommended and will definitely come back for it! read more

Been here about a handful of times. They have delicious Indonesian/Asian food. The server is from Indonesia, and foods are amazing. We ate outside under a little tent with a beautiful table set up which seats about 20 people. I strongly recommend this place. The server was amiable and excellent service. We had a grill chicken dish, ben pek? Which is noodle with fish cakes, Oxtail soup, chicken stay (Bbq stick)? They were all good, will back again. read more

I visited this small Indonesian restaurant and it's got great food and drinks(non-alcohol) I tried almost everything on the menu and it's delicious. Staff is awesome so if you in the mood for Indonesian food great replace to visit. read more

This place is very lowkey casual and comforting- all the things I love. The food speaks for its self. The dishes are well made and have lots of flavor and come at a very good price point, making you feel satisfied without feeling guilty about how much money you spent. Love that its halal. Need to try more of their foods. read more

A friend of mine recommended this place for the fried chicken. It was great sauce that came with it. The coconut rice I had to finish it all even without anymore chicken, it was that good. We also had the oxtail soup, we brought it home and added some noodles instead of the rice. Apparently it was really good and the soup tasted amazing. read more

i am still so full and much too happy. not only was the food delicious but the man running the entire front was the sweetest person on earth, not to mention extremely efficient and kind all the while. not a huge seating area, maybe enough for 14 people, but looks like theres a surveillance camera for another room somewhere i wasn't seeing that they might save for bigger parties/busier times (don't quote me on that) deliciously crispy shrimp chips are served with pretty much every rice dish. nasi goreng udang (shrimp) was very spicy and fragrant and the sambal on the table added much depth to the dish. mie ayam was very good as well, wide egg noodles with tenderly marinaded chicken served with homemade meatball soup. lamb sate skewers were really good too, but i think next time i'll get the chicken sate. prices can't be beat and i can't wait to try more dishes next time i'm around. read more

. So went over for some authentic Indonesian food before grocery shopping. My love for this sort of food. Kind servers, authentic food and cozy. .a hole in the wall sort of place. This chicken noodle is good. Dont be fooled. The soup is separate! That egg noodle is bomb tho!! IG:eatsumbap read more

Asian Taste 86 - Chicken noodle that comes w meatball soup. And thai iced tea for $3.80 - Halal Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Zuperrr Love the food in here. Good service, good price. If you ever wanna try Asian, especially Indonesian food, do come here. Tips : ask if the food spicy or not. read more

A small Indonesian restaurant that serves authentic Indonesian delicacy. I think a lot of the foods are Javanese. there's not too many seats but there are extra spaces downstairs.. I tried the Mie Goreng Jawa, which is stir fried noodle, but it tastes different than usual chinese fried noodle like Chow Mein or Lo Mein.. this has shrimp paste and a hint of sweetness to balance the savory flavor. it was quite delectable and authentic! However I like the Lontong Sayur even more. This is a soupy dish consisting of cubed steamed rice cake with chayote and tofu cooked in coconut milk laden indonesian curry base. I think it was "today special" kind of menu so they dont have it everyday, would love if they make it permanent. It was also served with Indonesian-style fried chicken which they nailed - succulent meat with crispy skin Service was awesome! all the staffs are very warm and welcoming. the food came in affordable price too!! read more

I am so happy I found this place food is delicious and halal. They also give complimentary green tea. The chicken had lots of flavor to it would definitely be returning. read more

Asian Taste 86 - Delicious chicken platter with vegetables soup - Halal Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

For me the food is fine, service is alright. What I don't get is why can't they change the hours on the INTERNET, because i don't live in the area, takes me almost an hour to get there and google says it is open. Apparently Asian Taste is also closed on Thursday. So they're closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday? Lol. Also, on google it says they're close at 10, but one time when i arrived there at 9, the server said "sorry, we're closed". Please be more consistent with your business. read more

I need to rewrite about how I feel about this place because things have drastically changed since the last time I have been here. So the thing is I did takeout on a day that was raining so I had to walk all the way there as well which also made my food cold. I came home and was so excited to eat but as I am trying everything, it all tasted the same. There was no flavor and the rice was literally mushy and dry and it smelt horrible. I am serious. The food just smelt horrible and no one in my family liked it. Everyone hated the food and how every single thing tasted the same. They didn't even manage to give any sauces or napkins. I was so upset that this had happened because like their food was always good but after that day I don't feel like going back. I feel so upset to let this place go really. read more

Great food. Everything we tried was delicious. Chicken teriyaki. Chicken skewers. Etc Will definitely come back.