Cozy place with tasty food! We ordered the drunken noodles, thai sweet fried chicken, and pad thai,…read morewhich came out to $50 before tip. Loved it all and plan to order it again. Keep in mind that this place is small and has limited seating. We thought the service was a little slow for the small amount of tables, which is why I rated it a 4/5.

We came in on a Saturday afternoon and were seated immediately. The restaurant is quite small but…read morewelcoming nonetheless. We ordered the chicken curry, beef pad se ew and Gai to. The pad se ew was a little sweet for my liking but we were able to ask for some chili powder and it was all good! The gai to chicken and the chicken from the curry were a little bland for me so the curry and the dipping sauce was necessary. The staff were friendly and attentive and I do appreciate restaurants with high chairs. They do charge a 3% fee if you pay with your credit card, so come prepared

This restaurant is at one of the corners in Old Sacramento. We ordered at the restaurant's door and…read morethere are outdoor seating area on the patio. The service was good and pretty fast. - Indonesian fried chicken: good. The chicken meat was tender and we could taste the spices of marinade in the meat. I wish that they cooked the meat a bit longer so it had crispy skin. - Chicken satay: good. The meat was tender and flavorful. The peanut sauce was good but I wish that it had chunks of peanut. - Lontong sayur: very good. The soup was creamy and flavorful. - Es cendol: good and perfect for a hot day! The cendol was chewy and plenty. The coconut milk was perfectly sweetened.

I don't typically write yelp reviews but I feel the need to share my experience at this place…read moretoday. I came by to order food to go during lunch time. I was skeptical when the server took my order without writing it down. I paid and said I'd come back to pick it up since it was going to take 15-30 min. When my husband and I came back after 30 min, the server told us she FORGOT one of the four items we ordered so she didn't make it yet. Very unprofessional. Let's talk about the food. I'm indonesian who grew up here in the US and even I know this is not good Indonesian food. The beef dish that they call rendang is NOT rendang. It doesn't even have the taste of rendang. We also ordered ayam sambal sereh which came with two sad overcooked chicken breasts. The topping had lemongrass in it, which made it somewhat interesting but it was not pleasant to eat the overcooked chicken. What's ironic is that this was the order that they forgot and had to make last minute. I would not recommend this place to anyone interested in trying Indonesian food. This is not Indonesian food.

Dabao is a gem of a place in the Metreon food court. Really unique, tasty food with lots of fun…read moretextures and flavors. The Service here was friendly, but I actually used their touch screen to order my food, so my interaction with them was minimal. I ordered the Char Kway Teow, which is a noodle dish that is Similar to a Thai pad see ew. It has the wide flat rice noodles in a sweet, garlicky sauce, some lime and a yummy paste on the side that reminded me of gochuchang sauce but maybe more fishy. This dish is so delicious and it's such a good portion. You get two large shrimp on top along with some pieces of fish cakes mixed with the noodles and green onion. I will definitely come back again to try more of their dishes.

Dabao is located inside the Yerba Buena food court. Great find and a great way to try Singaporean…read morefood! Service was quick. Tables were clean. Decent spot for a quick bite to eat. Food options are limited but you should be able to find what you like. For lunch we ordered: CHICKEN CUTLET: Crispy chicken on top of deliciously seasoned rice. Loved the steamed veggies. The sauces are interesting and flavorful, complementing the chicken. ROASTED HAINANESE CHICKEN: Another delicious plate. AYAM NASI LEMAK: Fried chicken over coconut rice. Loved the sambal sauce. Interesting side of crispy anchovies and peanuts. Definitely will return if I'm in the area.

truly one of my favorite brunch places in Oakland. the crispiness of the roti, the juiciness of the…read morechicken, and then the creaminess of the avocado creates harmony in every bite. let me stop gate-keeping and put you on to this halal Malaysian spot. grateful this is in Oakland.

This place is simple and delicious. It's a smaller and cute venue to be at. I recall being here…read morelike twice in the past year or so and it just gives me like a warm feeling, and I would come back here. It's very quiet and the ambience of the place adds to the charm. Also,, the roti is delicious. Highly recommended.

My mom and I come here whenever we are in the Sacramento, and it is one of our favorite local spots…read morefor hk cafe style food. For thos visit, we ordered the pork chop noodle soup, fried chicken noodle soup, and the curry fish balls. For drinks we got the hk style coffee milk tea and the lemon tea. The portions of the noodle soups are large and we both had leftovers to take home, and the fried chicken was huge. Everything tasted good as usual.

Amazing food and service. Conveniently located next to a supermarket. Will definitely come back to…read moretry more.

Curry Leaves Bistro: 2025 December (5 of 5)…read more The holidays mean attending parties or hosting one. I was recently invited to a neighbourhood holiday party where each neighbour brings a dish - like a potluck. I decided to bring Curry Puffs. The curry puffs were a hit - they were gone in seconds, a testimonial to the deliciousness of these treats made by Curry Leaves Bistro. The host even placed the curry puffs the star and centre of the photo he sent to the neighbours. Source: Malaysian curry puffs are widely available at street food stalls, bakeries, and markets and are enjoyed as a breakfast item, an afternoon tea snack, or a late-night treat. Locally known as karipap, it is a popular, savory, half-moon-shaped pastry snack with a flaky, crispy crust and a thick, spiced filling. They are deep-fried until golden brown, resulting in a crispy exterior. When eaten hot, the curry puff provides a satisfying contrast between the golden, flaky, and crispy exterior and the soft, warm, savory, and mildly spicy interior.

End of an era! CLB has been our favorite spot these past 5 years! The authentic and delicious…read moreMalaysian dishes and flavors matched only by the warm and welcoming atmosphere and the people who served us. Every time we went there, we met old and new friends, it was like the perfect gathering place. So for one last time, we had our favorites char koay teow, roti canai, curry laksa, and generous helping of their final day buffet with my favorite vegetable dish of cabbage, an excellent fish curry, sambal petai and other special dishes from the buffet. It was bittersweet -- the wonderful homey lunch experience, but knowing it would be the last at this location. So now we wait for the reopening at another spot, hopefully nearby. And live on with the memories of amazing dining experiences here. A big and hearty thank you to Chef Jai, Vicky, and their entire staff especially Rasul. We'll see you again in a few months!

The food was really delicious. The owner is delightful It…read morewas clean. I look forward to going back.

Definitely a hole in the wall but the food here is fire! I got the Singaporean curry noodles with…read moretofu and they did not disappoint!! Great veggie options if you ask (menu can be confusing!). Great place for a quick meal!

Orders from last visit:…read more Salt & pepper crispy chili fish ($20.95): the flavor was good, but not spicy Big Three Belachan ($18.95): solid / good, the Belachan dishes in general are solid Lala clam ($18.90): the clams were decent, but the flavor is not what we've had in Malaysia Singapore chili tofu ($18.95): it's a sweet and sour sauce, and the tofu we initially didn't like but the more we ate it the more we liked. We still prefer the tofu from Chili Spot in St. Louis. Dry curry beef ($22.95): The sauce was a bit one dimensional and could have used other spices-- but the beef was so tender, chewy and good and almost made up for the sauce Char koay teow ($17.95): Good! And has wok hei. Only 3 shrimps but they're good and mostly squid. Almost getting there with the ones we've had in Penang but of course the price here is multiple times fold (known to have the best best char koay teow in Malaysia) Next time: other beef dishes since they're beef is good, pumpkin dish (under vegetables), explore the lamb dishes

Even though I used to work (somewhat) nearby, and despite passing by more times than I can count, I…read morehave to admit that I never felt much of an urge to stop into Ipoh. Curious, as I've always bemoaned the general lack of Southeast Asian options around, but, for whatever reason, I would always pass by without a second thought. However, after finding out from one of my old coworkers that this was where she'd go to whenever she had cravings for her childhood favorites, I knew I had to check this place out...and come back to try even more! Ironically enough, while Ipoh's location makes them super convenient to get to (there's lots of street parking around and SamTrans, BART, and Caltrain are all a short walk away), their nondescript appearance can make them easy to miss if you aren't looking. However, inside, this place is great! The vibe is super cozy and they have tables for groups large or small. As for the menu, it's extensive and chock full of options, from staples like Hainanese Chicken, Laksa, Mee Goreng, Nasi Lemak, Char Koay Teow, and Roti Canai. With nearly 70 other appetizers, soups, noodle soups, vegetarian, poultry, seafood, beef, lamb, stir-fried noodle, rice plates, and desserts to choose from, though, that's far from all they have to offer! -- (#A01) ROTI CANAI - Malaysian Crispy Pancake with Curry Sauce I've had this a few times now (and still no photo) and it's been really tasty every time. The roti is flakey with a lot of layers to it and I LOVE the curry dipping sauce that comes with it. Definitely worth getting! -- (#NR01) CHAR KOAY TEOW - Stir-fried Flat Rice Noodles with Shrimp, Squid, Bean Sprouts, Chives, Eggs, and Soy Sauce I've had this twice and I'm a bit torn. The first time, it was terrific - the noodles were cooked well, they didn't skimp on the seafood, and the dish was straight up delicious. However, the second time, the noodles were overcooked and the dish felt light on seafood. -- (#NR07) NASI LEMAK - Coconut Rice with Peanuts, Chicken Wings, Hard Boiled Egg, Chicken Curry Acar, Onion, and Chili Paste Ehh...this was just okay. The chicken curry was rich, the chicken wing was crispy and moist, and the rice had a strong coconut flavor. Sadly, though, the rice felt a little grainy/undercooked, the acar was really tart, and I wish the chicken had more curry. -- (#N02) LAKSA MEE - Spicy Red Coconut Curry Soup with Yellow Noodles, Shredded Chicken, and Mixed Vegetables Not the best laksa I've had, but it was one of the better ones and easily one of the heftiest. Not only was there a generous amount of chicken, but there was a ton of veggies in this, too. That said, it did make this feel like it didn't have enough noodles in it. -- (#D1) MALAYSIAN ICED TEA Not quite what I expected, but not bad either. I thought this was going to be more like a regular iced tea, rather than a milk tea, but at least it wasn't overly sweet nor overly milky. -- (#P01) HAINANESE CHICKEN with Chili Ginger Sauce A bit different from Chinese Hainan Chicken, but I liked this a lot. The chicken felt meatier, was far more tender, and it didn't have a bunch of bones. I also liked that they drizzled on some soy, but it did make it a little on the salty side. -- (#V03) STRING BEANS BELACHAN - Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic, Onions, and Malaysian Shrimp Paste Sauce To be honest, this was pretty unremarkable. On the plus side, the sauce on this was good and the string beans weren't overcooked. On the other hand, the string beans could've been blistered more and could've used more of the sauce. -- (#BL03) BEEF IN GREEN CURRY with Potatoes, Eggplant, Okra, and Green Beans Other than the choice of meat (I would've preferred chicken), this was great! While I wish the curry had been richer/creamier, it tasted spot on, there was a fair amount of beef, and it was loaded with veggies. Beyond the food, service here is pretty good as well. The workers are all really nice and happy to offer suggestions/help with the menu, the kitchen gets dishes out relatively fast, and I love that they don't really try to rush people to leave even at the end of the night. Since there just don't seem to be many Malaysian restaurants in the Bay Area, it'd be easy to say that Ipoh ranks among the best. However, the things I've tried have legitimately been pretty good. Nothing in particular may have amazed, but it's more than solid and I'd absolutely come back for their Hainanese Chicken, Laksa, and the first version of the Char Koay Teow I had!

Service is amazing. Friendly, courteous, professional. Upscale ambiance, intimate, but not for real…read moreIndonesian family that will come with grandparents and grandkids and sharing food in the middle. Various alcoholic drinks but no traditional drinks/ desserts. Seems it is a combination of Singapore, Malay, Indo, Indian. Pricy. Entrees not include rice, in which not a customary Indonesian/ Singaporian tradition. The portion of my ayam percek is suitable for the proce, also the nasi uduk. The flavor is balanced, not too salty, not too spicy, in which would be great for my bule friends, but a bit bland for my palate. Beautiful interior decor and design. Overall, I will try another Indo restaurant in my next NoCal work function. Parking sucks. On the street, visa mastercard and coins only. Of course I got a parking tix because I didnt have enough coins. When I arrived, exactly at 5, I was the only one there and the owner/ manager was there too, sitting at the bar. She was not too friendly/ welcoming. The server and bartender are friendly and helpful, and that made me stay and ordered some food.

Absolutely great spot with attentive staff and quality food…read more If there's one thing to get here it's the beef rendang, a partly tart ish melt in your mouth beef curried stew situation with rice. Most of their drinks have coconut in them, the sangria I had did too and it was very refreshing.

Delicious. Their kary khmer (red curry with chicken) and slaap moarn borg (angel wings) were…read morescrumptious . Probably go again this week and try something new. Definitely try this place if you've never gone. Service decent during busy time.

This place felt very home-y, good aesthetics, friendly vibes all around. Servers were extremely…read morehelpful, attentive, and answered all the questions we had about the food! We ordered the boneless chicken wings with vermicelli and lemongrass spices, beef soup, and a chicken noodle dish. What stood out to me most was the chicken wings! Very crispy, tender, good layering, excellent combination of aromatics and spices. Would definitely come back!