Great bar with unique drinks, loved that there seemed to be a story behind the naming of each of…read morethe drinks! Tried a variety and couldn't go wrong with any of them! The fries were also a perfect snack. Just a note that the bartender was pretty chatty and would jump into our conversation, so just be prepared if you end up sitting at the bar.

This place is so quaint and sexy. The food was small but mighty, and the selection of mocktails for…read morethis #sobersista had nice variety and were great tasting. Great place for a date or to spill tea with a bestie. Service was attentive and swift. I can't wait to visit again!

Great place with great food. This place is a staple to visit in Chinatown and awesome prices. My…read morefriends and I ordered staples like the hainanese chicken and roti and ordered new dishes like the tom yum soup and clams. Everything was super delicious and worth coming back to. Service was quick and nice and ambiance can get lively especially on weekends. Amazing experience 10/10

Had the most amazing meal with excellent service from Diane !…read more She is so welcoming and remembered us from our previous visits! We had 5 appetizers including Roti Canai Dumplings ipoh sprouts spring rolls and also chicken curry coconut rice vegetable casserole ! The highlight was the peanut pancakes for dessert Will be back soon !! I hope !!!

RIP Urban Hawker…read more Though if you wanted to recreate that part in movie plots where the protagonist we all thought had veered into untimely demise surprises everyone by miraculously making a comeback--I'm down for that too! Though on a serious note--kinda bummed bc I wanted to make one last visit before they closed July 17, though unfortunately I didn't make it back to town in time :( What a loss of a cultural connection point for the city! Food is a gateway to experiencing and understanding other cultures and this location was front and center in midtown, blocks from Times Square. In a sea of other cuisines, this part of Southeast Asia didn't/doesn't have much representation in general in Manhattan, and even less so now. Scouring articles and comments online I'm keeping my fingers crossed that they're able to find a different space in the near future! Was it the best food court? I'll admit this was easily debatable for many reasons. But each stall had their own standouts. Tradsiyon was a later addition though had really solid braised meat and veggie bowls; Hainan Jones stepped into a midtown scene several years ago with no other similar Hainanese chicken spots in midtown (a few other thankfully are around today); Kopifellas brought uniquely Singaporean/Malasian tea and coffee options; I still remember the first bite of Prawnaholic's signature shrimp and rib noodles tasting that savory goodness for the first time; and most of all I will dearly miss this location of Lady Wong, where I rarely walked away empty handed. Thank you for the memories (and think about that movie plot twist I mentioned above)!

I think I grieved more for Urban Hawker closing than when my dad died…read more Urban Hawker wasn't successful in the way you'd expect any food hall to be successful-- their food wasn't spectacular. I rarely went home invoking a strong enthusiastic response to come back to eat something again. Their strong suite was location, space, and variety. What I loved most--besides having a reliable bathroom in Midtown--was what it became for the people around it. It was a place where office workers could decompress after work, grab a beer with coworkers, or catch up with friends they hadn't seen in a while. There was something refreshing about the atmosphere. People seemed relaxed and unguarded, shedding the polished professional persona they'd worn all day. It felt like watching the city exhale for a little while. And another thing I appreciated was their attempt to represent different nationalities under one roof. The more common items performed the worse and that's probably when you come to a space dedicated to hawker style cuisine, you expect to try some of their more novel stuff like Coffee Pork Fried Rice (from a stall that specialized in fried rice) or Noodles in Bechamel. I also frequently enjoyed their only drinks provider for the best Yuen Yang I've ever had. The method for making them seems theatrical at first but when you've had one that wasn't properly aerated, you truly taste the chalky bitter tannins. It was a good thing there was an experience worker there (possibly the owner). Who you got to make your drink was hit or miss because at varying times, my gf would be lucky enough to run into the one guy who could do it with oatmilk (she's lactose intolerant). It's sad to see this place go and there'll be many times ahead of us where we point out that that's where the Urban Hawker used to be.

I was in Washington Heights volunteering and needed a hearty, fueling and fast meal that wouldn't…read more break the bank. Native Noodles delivered and then some! I'm salivating as I write this review, remembering how flavorful and fresh it was! My order: Garlic Noodles- Add Tofu ($1.00) and Add extra Soft Boiled Egg ($1.75) "Light and savory noodle soaked in house soy sauce, topped with soy egg, bok choy, crispy garlic and scallion." Their description is perfect and I love that the noodles came with a generous portion of perfectly cooked and well-seasoned bok choy! The tofu was delicious and I am so glad I added an extra soft boiled egg. I have consumed a LOT of soy eggs in my life, even been blessed to have past korean roommates make for me regularly- this was the BEST, most flavorful and perfect texture soy egg I have had - maybe even including the ones consumed in Japan I decided to indulge with the Crispy Shrimp Fritters appetizer $7.00 "Crispy shrimp (4 pieces) coated in our homemade batter, with sweet chili dipping sauce" If I had known how delicious and generous a portion the garlic noodles were, I wouldn't have ordered this app as it was simply not needed- however I am glad I did as the shrimp were delicious and perfectly cooked! By the way they had an offer when I was there for a free beverage with dine in orders. My ONLY gripe with native noodles- please, please extend your delivery range or consider partnering with a 3rd party (I know) Selfishly, I want to order from you alll the time and I am just outside your delivery range

The food at this Singaporean restaurant is always so flavorful, and the prices are shockingly…read moredecent for the quality and amount of food you get. I love the chili crab pasta, which comes with plenty of crab (albeit with occasional little shell bits) and has a nice tomatoey kick. The chili crab buns are also tasty, as are the laksa noodles, satay peanut noodles, and garlic noodles. And the calamansi lemonade is a perfectly refreshing, citrusy drink to quench your thirst. The employees are always friendly and helpful. It's a small space with maybe 4-5 tables, and keep in mind that you've gotta go through the kitchen to use the bathroom. I wish Native Noodles were closer to Brooklyn, I'd go all the time!

I love when you walk inside you feel like you might have stepped back in time to a club in New York…read moreCity back in the days. My dining companion and I opted for the Family Meal which is only $45 a person. It's a great deal and so much food that we both had enough to take home for the following day. The shrimp and pork spring roll was really good and I like that it's served on a green leaf lettuce . The Chili Pan Mee noodles were so flavorful and I really l loved that it had crispy anchovies. Adds a little flair to it. As far as drinks, I highly recommend the cocktail tasting Every special curated cocktail that I had was strong and refreshing. I definitely will be coming back, the music was great, the employees were very nice and the service was impeccable . Great addition to LES.

You know when you're in the city, it's after work and you don't feel like cooking? Of course you…read moredo! When I feel like that, I go here. I just always know I'm going to get a great meal, I'm going to get a great vibe and feel relaxed. The music is everything here, my millennial heart is so happy when I'm eating dinner to nostalgic tunes. I think I've probably had everything on this menu. The flavors are incredible, the dishes have their own unique spin to them. 1. Food: you really can't go wrong with any of it. I typically order the sisig, Khao Soi (favorite) and ribs. 2. Environment: super cool, it feels very artsy and the music makes this place feel almost clubby but in a chill way? 3. Service: the staff is always helpful. They ask if you've been there every time. they make great suggestions and they are very quick and efficient. Definitely give this place a try! It's on the pricier end of things but it's worth it.

This quick lunch left something to be desired. While it was quick, and well priced the samosas were…read morejust ok. They seemed as though maybe they had been ready and sitting a while, leaving them a bit dry. With so many other places to try at Urban Hawker I would try something else next time.

This stall is located inside Urban Hawker. I ordered Mee goreng mamak and the food was prepared…read morefresh. The mee goreng was delicious with lots of toppings. I could smell the char from the wok. The sauce was very bold and flavorful. The fried egg was perfectly cooked with a crispy edge - just like I had back in SE Asia. The portion was quite generous too. The only thing that took me back was the price which was quite pricey.

Wow, every dish so good. Thought it would be less specialized bc they serve both Thai and…read moreVietnamese dishes but flavors were very clean and strong. - Drunken noodles: not too greasy, might be the best drunken noodles I've had. Medium spice was not spicy at all for us. - Duck curry: a bit small on the portions but the curry is magical. Was scraping this plate clean. - Bo luc lac: star dish for sure. Beef melts on your tongue and the marinade is slightly sweet and smoky. - Summer rolls: small portions but the flavor is there. Super refreshing and special bc they pickle the vegetables inside. - Crispy pork belly: reminds me of the crispy pork I had in Vietnam. Really well done, pairs well with the lettuce and herbs. That green sauce is so addicting. - Papaya salad: super refreshing, nice fish sauce. - Crab fried rice: reminds me of the din tai fung fried rice bc of how clean the flavor is. Great dim ambiance for a date or dinner out. Definitely coming back soon.

So yum!!!! Top 3 thai spots for me…read more Food- Classic order of Pad Thai & Drunken Noodles. The pad thai noodles are a big thinner than i've had before but that didn't bother me, it has such great flavor too. I recommend ordering it spicy, it's the perfect heat if you're looking for that kick but don't add it if you can't handle spice. The drunken noodles are not spicy in my opinion but i can handle a bit of heat. Loved the flavor and the noodles had the right texture, could've done without the huge chunks of tomato but great otherwise. The summer rolls were good, hard to mess those up. We also got a free mango salad with the order and that was so fresh and delicious. We just popped in for pick up but the hostess was really nice and attentive as soon as we walked in. It looked to be a nice casual spot, could be good for dinner with friends or date night.

I recently was taken here on a first date and had a pleasant experience. I have been eyeing this…read moreIndonesian neighborhood restaurant for quite some time now so naturally getting the opportunity to finally try it was absolutely delightful. We opted for the 15 course dinner that samples through their entire menu. It is a perfect amount of food for two people and I recommend this experience very much. The meal starts with a cozy chicken and noodle broth soup which was so warming and comforting, just what the doctor ordered in this weather. The second round of food was two types of salad and a corn fritter. I loved the pickled salads as they had a nice crunch to them and tasted delicious. The fritters are a good size but a little bit greasier than I liked. The last round is where all the curries are brought out on a hot plate. There's shrimp, lamb, beef rendang, chicken, tofu etc. There's also white rice and skewers of chicken and beef satay coated in a delicious peanut sauce. Some of the curries I liked very much - like the fried tofu and the sauce on the shrimp curry was divine. Beef rendang fell a little flat for me as it wasn't as decadent, thick or spicy like authentic rendang is. The lamb curry had a sweet taste which I found a little odd. The chicken satay was juicy and delicious but the beef satay was rubbery and hard to chew and a weird texture. I definitely expect better from a satay skewer. Our server was kind and kept the flow of the food going. The final course is a little coconut pandan flan which was very very good but the texture is firmer than what I like. Flan should definitely be a bit softer and creamier. Either way it's tough to nail a 15 course dinner expertly but I do think if they made a few needed changes to the quality of food this would easily be a 5 star experience! If you live nearby, definitely give this beautiful cozy family run restaurant a try!!

Side notes: Family-run place, so if you're going to go here with a bigger group, call early to make…read moresure they have the dishes you want. Would recommend the Bakwan, the Empal Goreng, and the Sayur Santen the most, with the Talor Tahu and various Bakwan being very tasty. Rating is for the area (in Queens, this would be an upper 3 as being a milder but tasty Indonesian spot, but worse than Sky/Awang.) I have been to this small family-run Indonesian restaurant a handful of times since my old review back in 2022, and over the many years, I have found some dishes I have loved more than others, of course. From the small plates, I would recommend, as before, the Bakwan for $9, consisting of crispy corn fritters cooked pancake style with scallion. The texture of the dish is wonderful, and the dipping sauces, whether they be the sweet chili sauce or the peanut sauce, work well to help with the slight oiliness. The sate is also pretty tasty. Of the multiple types, the Chicken Satay was the most recent one we had (which is cheaper at $11,) but I think the beef one (for a buck more) is better. We also had the larger Sate Madura a previous time, which was also very tasty. Another tasty dish is the Talor Tahu for $18, listed as a seasoned egg omelete with bean curd, mushrooms, and veggies glazed with Indonesian soy sauce and shallots. The price might look high for a vegetarian dish, but it is quite large, and the mixture of vegetables adds a nice mix of textures, including a good amount of crunch. The sauce is nice as well, adding a slightly sweet flavor, and goes nicely with the soft omelete. One of the most recent dishes I tried here is one of the best, which was the Empal Goreng for $21, listed as sliced beef marinated in sweet Javanese spices pan fried topped with Indonesian soy sauce. There was plenty of beef, which was cut thin and cooked beautifully, with the flavors reminding me a little bit of lemongrass dishes from Vietnamese spots, outside of it also having a slightly spicy kick. There was otherwise some lettuce, and the dish was served with some achar/acar, an Indonesian (and insert ASEAN country here) mix of pickled vegetables including cucumber, carrots, and onions. My other favorite dish here is a vegetarian dish, which is the Sayur Santen for $18, listed as lightly battered broccoli and cauliflower in Indonesian herbs cooked in spiced coconut milk topped with bean curd and carrots. There is a nice mix of textures, with the batter indeed, as listed, being very light, with the cauliflower and broccoli still retaining some crunch. My favorite part of the dish is the bean curd, which absorbs the delicious slightly sweet, and lightly spicy coconut milk. Another group of dishes that tend to be good are the various Belado, a pepper mixture with various spices that is somewhat similar to a sambal. This is available with Ikan, or crispy fish, for $20, or with Terong, or crispy eggplant and tofu, for $18. The crispy fish was a bit less spicy the most recent time, while the vegetables retained most of the kick from previous dinners, so I slightly preferred the vegetables. If there was one part of the menu to stay away from, it would unfortunately be the various kare, or curry. The Beef Rendang for $21, or pieces of beef simmered for hours in coconut milk and spices, is just alright, being a bit too soupy for my style (as I generally prefer drier rendang in general,) with the spices being a bit too light, whether it is the coconut milk or chili. The same can be said for the $19 Kare Ayam, which is also a bit too mild for my liking. From previous memory, I would also not recommend the Ayam Goreng, or their spiced fried chicken as it's a bit dry. The Nasi Goreng, for a variety of prices depending on protein, is also just OK. The dish listed as Indonesian fried rice with protein, scrambled egg, and protein was $18 in our case, for a chicken/ayam version. The portion was plentiful, but it partially lacked the wok hei I associate with this dish. The egg is nice, and there was enough chicken, but it was also a bit too plain. Speaking of light dishes, they have given us the Pandan Coconut Pudding for $7 a handful of times. This is a lightly flavored pudding with a very mild floral (from the pandan) and coconut flavor. Due to the texture and the light coconut sweetness, it reminds me a bit more of some kue you can find in some spots, such as Lady Wong and otherwise. It's a decent final bite. Outside of one particular part of the menu, I have liked this place every time I've been here. The food in general is pretty consistent, outside of maybe the spice level in a dish or two, but this is more expected in a casual spot such as this one. I'll go back again, probably in another few months, and sample more of their dishes. The rating is for the area, as it would be closer to a 4 in Queens, but I would still go back.