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    Indo Java

    4.0 (47 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Nasi uduk
    Anna L.

    Indo Java is a tiny Indonesian shop that carries imported ingredients and snacks from Indonesia. They also have many homemade snacks and premade dishes for sale in the refrigerators. On Tuesdays, they serve homemade hot lunch. Take out only. The menu varies each week and only one dish is served. They sell out fast though so I recommend reserving a portion the day before. Check out their Instagram @warungselasa to see what they will be offering. I had a nasi uduk which consisted of rice, sweet beef, stir fried rice noodles, tripe, chips, and a spicy peanut sauce. It was pretty good and tasted homemade. Very filling as well. Lot of variety of side dishes for the price.

    Storefront
    Caroline N.

    Note: cash only for meals. This is an Indonesian grocery store with plenty of snacks, other dry goods, sauces, and ready-to-made food. Home-cooked Indo dinner with Chef Anastasia (Dewi) Tjahjadi only on Tuesday. Different chef cooks every Thursdays and Sundays. There is 2-3 foldable tables with plastic chairs. Though with the amount of people who show up, there isn't enough seats so pull up a box and create a table or chair. No one minds since the delicious meal to eat-in or takeout. Is enough to settle your mood and taste buds. It's highly recommended to call in to reserve a plate if you are in the neighborhood before Tuesday around noon; don't forget to show up early like 6:45PM. If you forget, swing by and see if any extra plate is available otherwise you might have to come back another day or settle for the grocery items. At $10 cash, it is a good deal for a home-cooked meal. The meal 2 weeks ago is Indonesian curry rice, tender beef and tendon in spiced coconut milk, marinated egg, beef patty, spicy lemongrass potatoes and sambal. Everything was delicious. Btw, the sambal is spicy! Make sure you have some yogurt or milk on hand if you can't handle the sambal. If you have more tummy space, try a honeycomb cake or buy a box which contains 5 cakes ($10). It's reminds me of the Chinese yellow sugar rice cake though this is denser and more filling. It taste better fresh than in the refrigerator. Don't forget sharing is caring. If you have a choice between the honeycomb cake or Iced Tapoica Pandan Coconut Milk, take home honeycomb cake and go for the drink. You might want to share the drink since it has tapoica and strips of pandan and coconut. It's very filling and refreshing. Everything was yummy not to try! Definitely swing by.

    Prawn Chips
    Ann L.

    My husband's family is Indonesian, so we come here to pick up much-needed nostalgic groceries- highly recommend Jan's Shrimp Chips and Poetri Bali Peanuts (wrapper pic attached, because we literally inhaled them over a couple days- they are the best crunchiest peanuts...ever!!) will be returning to get 10+ bags of each.

    Molen  its a MUST TRY!
    Henny L.

    It's a Must TRY! Very Recommended! It is a pastry with Banana Cheese n Nutella... and they have other food too...

    Table for one
    Scott T.

    If you're following interesting food destinations on Instagram, Facebook and Yelp you may have noticed a devoted following to what's going on at Indo Java, a tiny Indonesian grocery/bodega on bustling Queens Blvd., just steps from the Grand Av./Newtown subway stop on the F or R line. In the back of the store, former restaurant owner Anastasia "Dewi" Tjahjadi prepares your meal in literally a postage stamp sized area that boggles the mind once you see it. On my Tuesday visit (make a reservation if you want a seat) the meal offering--you eat what they server, you don't order--included coconut rice topped with roasted coconut, garlic chips (tasty!), seasoned egg, chicken, beef with curry (I believe), side of sambal. Utterly delicious. For a drink I grabbed boxed Jasmine Tea drink which went nicely with the meal. My "table" included literally a single chair and one of the smallest tables I've dined at, ever, to my mind. It served my need just fine. A group of four were seated next to me. A few minutes later another single diner at a similarly small table. The food is interesting, seasoned perfectly, and prepared with care. Dewi was as nice as could be and took time to describe the dish in detail. Definitely, if you're looking for an interesting dining experience, this is pretty far out there. Note: this is not a restaurant. You eat what they're prepared. It's a popup and I was under the impression they only serve on Tuesdays and Thursdays but I see others claim Saturday as well. Apparently different people cook and serve on different days. All the more interesting. Seating is extremely limited, possibly to six maximum. Call ahead before traveling there. The price for the meal was $10 which I thought was a terrific price. Cash only in the store, no credit card. This is a good thing going on and a welcome break from the typical restaurant experience. Glad I made it here. In case you're wondering, I asked. There is no plan to turn this into a restaurant at some point. Dewi was in the restaurant business for a number of years and her expertise shows. She said she doesn't want to return to that, too much work. I get it.

    Soto ayam: a delicious chicken soup with glass noodles, shredded cabbage, and a homemade shrimp powder (trust, it's so good)
    Natasha G.

    On a Tuesday or Thursday night, you have a hard choice to make on a small stretch of Queens Boulevard: eating at Awang Kitchen or Indo Java's popup restaurant Warung Selasa (or I guess Selasa + Kemis now). On these two nights of the week, the lovely proprietor of Warung Selasa sets up shop in the back of Indo Java and doles out delicious, homemade Indonesian food that tastes just like the dishes my grandmother used to make. It's super no frills here -- don't expect much ambiance because you'll literally be sitting next to a giant stack of Indomie boxes in the back of a bodega. I really felt like I was transported to a warung in Indonesia, eating at a small card table (the only thing missing was the ubiquitos toilet paper dispenser that they use for napkins in Indonesia). However, you'll have super authentic food that is made very thoughtfully, and Dewi will kindly explain what you're eating. We saw lots of people coming in for take-out, and there was only sitting room for two people inside so I assume that most people get food to go. There's a pretty nice selection of prepared grocery items to buy, from Indo Java. The sambal provided at the table is hot, and makes for an excellent accent point to what you're eating. The soto ayam really reminded me of coming home from school when I was a little girl, and having my grandma ladle out a huge bowl of the exact same chicken soup for me. Please note, while Indo Java accepts credit cards (they have a Square terminal), for Warung Selasa, you'll need to pay cash.

    Justine G.

    I came in to Indo Java, without having a concept of how big this place actually was or how to order food. The cashier immediately greeted us and we told her we were trying to eat. She gestured us to the back, where another woman met us and started explaining to us what the special for today was. I honestly have never had Indonesian food before, so I was grateful for her dumbing down the terms into the food itself rather than the name of it. There are two small tables in the back and a total of four chairs, but usually fits only about three people. The food was great and costed us $10 a person. I couldn't even finish my plate. The best bet here is to order it to go, but sometimes it's nice to eat in front of the shelf of Indomee.

    Nasi Bebek Goreng
    Michelle N.

    This place is my holy grail for Indon food! Food made to perfection at a reasonable price. It's not your ordinary eatery, it definitely exudes a homey vibe (well at least to me). If you're looking for a posh setting & services then this is not for you. But if you're like me who appreciates personable date with foodstuff, doesn't give a damn about the decor then this is your haven. I've subscribed to Warung Selasa menus for 2 weeks in a row. Those were Nasi Surabaya & Nasi Bebek Goreng, the modest taste of Indonesia, authentic SEA flavors. So far Dewi hasn't disappointed me. I always look forward to the sambal she makes, spicy and leaves you wanting more! Pay her a visit on Tuesday & Thursday if you have a hasty meal decision to make on these days. Your belly will thank you!

    Outside
    Wendy C.

    A compact store stocked with precooked Indonesian food in the back and other Indonesian items like snacks, drinks, spices, etc. There aren't many Indonesian grocery stores so it's worth checking out and sampling different things. I bought the Bing Lapis Pandan dessert and Pastel Goreng. I recommend reheating the precooked items for them to taste good. I really liked the rice noodle and meat filling inside the Pastel Goreng! It's like an Indonesian fried empanada. They also a pop up meal on Tues/Thurs weekday nights if you want a taste of a homecooked meal.

    Tiny market with two small tables at the back
    Henry M.

    Came here for one of their Tuesday night "pop-up" meals. It's essentially Indonesian home cooking served at the back of a tiny market. There are only two tables which each sit two people. So if it gets busy, there might be a bit of a wait. It wasn't quite what I was expecting. I assumed there would be a menu and I looked through pictures on Yelp to decide what I wanted before I got there. But once I was there, I realized the person doing the cooking offers only one choice. When you go on Tuesday, you eat whatever it is the person is cooking that night. I have no idea what the dish was that I had, but it was pretty good. It was definitely not restaurant quality, but felt like I was visiting a friend's home and eating home food from his grandmother. I was offered the choice between beef or chicken, or a combo of the two. So of course I went with the combo. The beef was a bit tough, but the chicken was good. It was covered in an acidic green mango puree. It also came with some acidic pickled veggies as well as some white rice to eat it all with. I went for the level 4 spiciness, which was actually quite spicy. Overall, the flavors was a complex mixture of spice and acidity. For $10, it was worth it. They also have someone who cooks on Thursdays, who apparently cooks a different style.

    Sam W.

    This place carries a lot of stuff, from dry food, cans to pre cooked food in room temperature and in the refrigerator. I bought a few items, one of them was the chicken, chicken liver, and rice from their precooked refrigerator section. I knew this type of food could not be great. However, when I was going to eat at home. That was something I didn't expect. Lettuce and cucumber were yellow indicated they were not fresh. Everything else was super dry and tough. Quality control is needed in this place.

    Matthew M.

    Enter as strangers, leave as friends. That's the thing here at Indo Java's Warung Selasa, where the owner cooks you up some fresh Indonesian cuisine for $10. I heard of this place on Great Big Story, and since I knew it was nearby, I decided to go. First thing, GO HERE EARLY. It will fill up within a matter of minutes, with some waiting needed for those small table(s). I sat with a Indonesian woman and two other guys, who brought his friend along. We had good conversations, even though we met for the first time. The woman suggested to eat with our hands; it was so much better than eating with a fork and spoon. If you want, ask the employees for some glove(s). The staff here are very nice and friendly, appreciative of our tastes. On that Tuesday, we had a potato chip and ginger chicken with some beef stew smothered in some sambal. Of course, rice is served, but it is topped with green beans and some tempeh. The beef stew was fork tender, with a good flavor profile and wished there was more on my plate. The ginger chicken was also tender, but it is messy to eat with without gloves. The potato chips, which were sticky, were relatively sweet with some spice. The sambal here is so good, it gives a nice kick to the dish, but I wished it was on the side. The green beans were kinda hard, but the tempeh was as soft as cheese curds. But most of the food was warm to partially cold, which it understandable, but when it starts at 1 pm? I would go to this place again for Warung Selasa, even if it means standing on line for minutes (or maybe even hours) for a seat.

    Nasi campur
    Jarod Y.

    Tried out the Warung Selasa, a Pop-up Restaurant serving East Javanese Cuisine, inside an Indonesian Grocery Store, Indo Java Groceries. They are only open on Tuesdays & Thursdays. Dishes are always $10. It was really great to speak Bahasa with Dewi, the proprietor. She's all-smiles, warm & bubbly. The restaurant is inside a small grocery store so don't expect the comforts of a typical restaurant. There are only 2 mini tables which can probably seat 6 people at most. There isn't a restroom. You'll probably have to share a table with a stranger & eat in a very confined space. However, the close proximity makes for great conversations. We shared a table with a gentleman from East Java & sat across from a Dutchman. We exchanged notes about ethnic restaurants in NYC & the history of South East Asia. How was the food? Imagine being invited to the home of an East Javanese family. That's exactly how the food tastes like. Homemade with lots of love. Eveey week there's something different. The portion was generous & the individual dishes brought me back to memories of my faraway home. Also, be careful with the sambal (Chilli Paste). It is REALLY spicy. I was leaking bodily fluids from multiple crevices in my head. Loved it. Loved how alive it made me feel!

    Ramen noodles with rice, stewed greens, fried eggs, and a ton of fried mackerel.

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    Ask the Community - Indo Java

    Are they still open?

    Yes.

    Can we make reservations?

    Yes and you should or they may run out of food. You can make reservations by calling the store ahead of time :)

    Do they have snacks here like stik balado and kusuka cassava chips?

    Not sure about these exact snacks but it is a grocery store with many snack items. I'd say there's a chance and they may be able to order some.

    When is the pop up restaurant open? I noticed it was on Tuesdays and Thursdays and someone left a…

    if you follow them on instagram you can see what dishes they have to offer the night before -- the pop up is tuesdays and thursdays. i've gone on both and found them to be great, but tuesday was the original and thus still the more popular.

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    I finally managed to make it out here on a Tuesday for dinner, after DMing Dewi (@warungselasa) to reserve my order.

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