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Java Bistro

3.8 (265 reviews)
ModerateIndonesian, Noodles
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Nasi Goreng, Ayam
Sandy C.

OMG!!!! YUMMY for my tummy. The food was outstanding! I hadn't had Indonesian food in over a year and this quaint, ordinary strip mall restaurant slayed! There is a QR code on the table with the menu on it and the ladies will assist you if you need help. I ordered food via the app and it came out quickly, hot and delicious! Hubs was the only "white" person in the place. Everyone else was Indonesian. In my book, that means this little gem is the real deal. In fact, we came back a couple of hours later for dinner with other family members. Next to the restaurant is a grocery where you can purchase different sambal, noodles, assorted spices, pastries, etc. I am 1000% so glad I found this place!

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Matthew P.

Java Bistro Food Casual restaurant specializing in lndonesian food such as nasi padang, satay,

Snacks.  Pastel, martabak goreng, tahu goreng
Vany S.

It was surprisingly nice to find an Indonesian restaurant closer to Coachella valley. It's located next to a small Indonesian groceries. The restaurant also sells Indonesian snacks. I got Bakso Gili (Indonesian noodles and meatballs soup) - the portion is super generous. My BF got Kwetiaw Goreng. We also got snacks, Mie Ayam Jamur and Nasi Padang to go. Would definitely return.

Soto Betawi
Linda K.

This is perfect place to fulfill Indo food's crave. Unfortunately I regret to inform that soto betawi - soup's taste was bland despite portion was quite generous. While bakso gili - soup tasted great and it was a big portion. The indonesian pancake (kept in the fridge and good for take away) was soooooo delish, but it is quite pricey compared to another place sold same thing in the area. Service was great, everyone seems so accommodating and friendly. In addition to the restaurant, there is grocery store next door that is a great option to shop authentic Indonesian grocery.

Not the regular noodle, store bought one!
Boo D.

I went on this Wednesday before Thanksgiving and found out that the steam noodle, the noodle is not the regular handmade one but the one like we made it at home (store bought noodle)! Even my kids noticed it when they ate it! What a surprise, so disappointed!

Menu 9/27/2025
Elletea P.

Great for when you crave Indonesian foods. Good food, friendly service. A lot of options to choose from. Nasi bungkus Padang is highly recommended.

Pryo H.

It has been awhile since I come back to this restaurant. I highly suggest the fried milk fish, pork satay and ice campur.

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Johanna K.

Yes, my go to and craving Indonesian food. Highly recommend their padang, which is food wrapped in banana leaf as well as their empanada! Definitely a must try

a display of rice and other snacks
Yule S.

I wrote a review for this restaurant in Chinese four years ago, and I'm not sure why I gave it only 3 stars. I reread my article but couldn't identify the reason. This is one of my favorite restaurants in the Greater Los Angeles area. I haven't visited the restaurant for quite some time since it's 40 miles away from my home. I typically stop by when I'm on my way to the Ontario outlets, but I haven't been to the outlets since the pandemic began. The restaurant has an adjacent market without a separate public entrance. To access the market, you have to first enter the restaurant. It sells a variety of Indonesian foods, ingredients, seasonings, snacks, and more. I once purchased Indonesian cigarettes from the market, notable for their distinct clove aroma and sweet-tasting filter. A word of caution: they're quite robust and potent. On my visit, there was a very young waitress, possibly a teenager, who didn't understand my Indonesian. We ordered Nasi Padang and the house special noodle soup. The Nasi Padang was a rice plate with fried chicken, fried tofu, beef, and topped with colorful crackers. The rice was not initially served with Sambal, but upon request, the waitress provided it. The crackers reminded me of my time spent in Indonesia, particularly Bali and Jakarta. The fried chicken portion was small, resembling a spring chicken; I reckon I received about a fourth of the entire chicken, smaller than my fist. However, it was flavorful. While the beef seemed slightly overcooked, it was palatable. The Sambal sauce was exceptional; I even took the remainder home and made an entire meal with it. The other dish, Bakso Gili (special meatball noodle soup), was also delightful with its umami/MSG-rich broth. It had two varieties of meatballs, which I assume were beef. The meat-stuffed fried tofu was a highlight. As a Chinese, we have a similar dish, and this one evoked warmth. The bowl also contained fried wonton, which was crispy and tasty. I can't recall why I gave the restaurant only 3 stars previously, but this time, it unquestionably deserves 5 stars.

Mie Goreng Jawa

Food was really delicious and flavorful. The sauce on the mie goreng jawa was really savory and the egg was cooked well. The chicken satay was really juicy and the slight sear along with the peanut sauce was really rich. The avocado with chocolate syrup was a combo that surprisingly worked and gave me an icy refreshing taste. The satay is a little pricy but tastes super good, while the mie goreng jawa has a large portion and is also really tasty.

Fried fish cake and tofu with fish crackers and peanut sayce
Elizabeth S.

My Indonesian friends invited us for dinner. It was a small place in a small commercial complex. Kinda hidden area . We weren't disappointed. If you are adventurous to taste authentic Indonesian delicacies this is the place. We tried their fried fish cake with tofu , fish crackers with peanut sauce. Great starter for appetizer. It was freshly cooked. Main dish was pork sate with indo sausage, fish cake with rice. I got the sweet egg noodle with sauté mushrooms pork and steamed bokchoy was delicious. The noodle was homemade by the owner and tasted good. The dessert was shaved iced with coconut milk and condensed. That was so yummy. Service is a little slow due to cooking it when you order. Waiting is worthy. They have an Indonesian little grocery as well . Good place to taste Indo delicacies. Surprisingly a lot of take out orders was noticeable.

Nasi Goreng special which is fried rice with chicken and shrimp. Drink is Es Cendol which is coconut milk, jackfruit and jelly.
Marleen M.

Tastes just like my Oma's cooking. This is the most authentic Indonesian food I've had at a restaurant. Everything was great. It's very busy for a small restaurant and they're a small business so don't go if you're in a hurry. Everything is freshly made and delicious. The store right next door is a bonus. They had everything from sambal to shrimp chips. Wasn't too loud either. Just a nice family dinner! We can't wait to return. I forgot to add that I usually have to bring my own peanut sauce to Indo places since a lot of people put curry in theirs. I didn't have time to make any before I left but it was delicious! No curry flavor, no coconut... just PB. Added a bit of sambal and it was close to my recipe!

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My go to Indo place when I'm in California. Love the rujak! Staff are friendly and helpful! Will be coming back again.

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Great food and service. They have a grocery store next to the restaurant, which is very convenient. One stop for everything.

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So good! The food is authentic and delicious. Highly recommended. It doesn't look like much but it's worth it

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Great service and food! Looking forward to coming again in the near future! Keep up the good work!

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Fast service. Delicious foods. Nice simple Indonesian groceries and dining experience. Love their Batagor!

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