We made a reservation for weeknight dinner right when the restaurant opened at 5PM because that was the only reservation available for the day. There was no one else there so it seems like most of the seating is reserved for walk-in customers. The restaurant decor and art on the walls are very vibrant and I liked the long, golden table. We had the roti canai, pineapple fried rice, and the curry laksa. Everything was good and the portion sizes were decent as we were not too hungry. Both the roti canai and the laksa had strong coconut milk flavor. Overall, Laut is a vibrant restaurant I would come back to for a casual dinner or small group meal! read more

Laut - pineapple fried rice + curry laksa - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

We shared the papaya salad, Famous Rendang with beef, and Assam Laksa soup noodle. The flavors were honestly there - bold for sure, which I appreciated, but the entree portions were so small relative to the prices they charged. There was also very little protein in the Assam Laksa soup noodle, which makes the price outrageous for merely a bowl of soup and carbs. Overall verdict is overpriced and overrated... read more

Had a reservation for 5 on a friday at 6:15 PM. It was quite busy in the restaurant and a little bit loud, so it was a but difficult to hear each other without shouting, but the food came out very quickly. We ordered the papaya salad, roti canai, and the satay ayam for appetizers. We also ordered the curry laksa with chicken and thin egg noodles and the nasi lemak for our main dishes. We found this to be just enough food for all of us. My favorite bite was definitely the satay. The chicken was incredibly tender, and the peanut sauce was delicious. Other members of my party also really liked the roti canai. It was good, but I think I've had better versions of the dish elsewhere. I found the nasi lemak to be very unique, and I liked the flavors in the sweet coconut rice. It felt a bit disjoint, but the textures worked well together. The papaya salad and the curry laksa were also decent, but not as memorable. Overall, it was a decent malaysian meal, but a bit on the pricey side. read more

Laut - Satay ayam - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

We made a reservation for Laut on a rainy Saturday night. Restaurant was crowded, but we were seated fairly quickly. We started with the roti canai, which was truly excellent. For entrées, we ordered their Char Kway Teow and a basil chicken dish. I was actually pleasantly surprised by these dishes. I've lived in Singapore and visited Kuala Lumpur a few times and thought the flavors were outstanding. Highly recommended and definitely will visit again when in Man! read more

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This review is coming from a Malaysian so maybe a bit harsher.. but it was ok. Definitely didn't feel Michelin worthy and not special. I don't think I'd come again tbh, but ofc had to try while I was in the city. Maybe we got the wrong things? Teh Tarik martini (4/5): good concept but nothing crazy. Gin was def prominent Chicken satay (4/5): didn't like how they put the peanut sauce on the satay for you but overall flavor was good, chicken was tender and probably the best dish. Nasi lemak (3/5): so mid. rice was fragrant and love the fried peanuts/anchovies but everything else was meh. Curry laksa (2/5): biggest let down and everyone else said it was good. The soup had a strange taste to it (I'm not usually picky like that) but we couldn't finish it and it was lukewarm when we got it. Ambiance was fun and service was decent but overall it was so so. I'd go back to the smaller mom and pops for Malaysian food. read more

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We had read about Laut for sometime so we wanted to try out it. It was an okay experience. All the items we got were flavorful but were missing/not satisfying flavor wise. Our favorite dish were the Nyonya fries which we were super glad to get but they messed up our order and did not bring it out till the end when we asked again. They do seem to celebrate birthdays with a big showcase so would be a nice place if you like that for your birthday! read more

We made a reservation in advance for lunch here on a Friday and I'm so glad we did, because it was packed! It's fairly spacious inside, and I never felt like we were too cramped. Our server was friendly, and the food came out at a decent speed. We shared a few dishes among our party of three, and since it was lunch, we all got spring rolls and cups of soup before the entrées came. We ordered: - Nasi Lemak - this was quite good and came with both chicken and shrimp. - Indo Nasi Goreng - this one was not as good as the others, but not bad. I liked the fried egg on top. - Curry Laksa with flat rice noodles - I really liked the noodles (very wide and flat) and we also got this with tofu and vegetables, which all tasted so good with this dish! read more

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I visited this restaurant for the first time and I loved the interior/aesthetic. The service was great and the Roti Canai was flavorful and delicious. They had a variety of noodles and rice dishes to choose from. The Spicy Night Market noodles were bursting with flavor and I loved the mix of two different noodle types. This place was definitely a vibe! read more

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Laut's menu spans southeast asian cuisines. My friend has been there a few times, so we went with her top recommended dishes. The place was packed even on a weekday evening. Just a heads-up it's pretty loud inside, and the tables are pretty close together. The prices are definitely on the higher side so come prepared for an elevated malaysian meal. ＊Satay Chicken $16/4pcs ** This isn't your regular satay chicken skewer because the peanut sauce is next level! So rich, nutty, and savory, with even more crunch from crushed peanuts on top. ＊Roti Canai $11 Flaky yet pillowy, served with a vegan curry sauce. The curry was a bit watery, but still paired nicely with the roti. ＊Ultimate Curry Laksa with Mixed Seafood $28** The broth was SO GOOD we couldn't stop sipping it! We went with the recommended egg noodles. Chewy, bouncy, and perfect for soaking up the broth. You can choose different proteins, and we picked mixed seafood which came with shrimp and squid. ＊Nasi Lemak $30 Of course I had to try the malaysian national dish here. The coconut rice is lowkey addictive, especially with the rendang curry chicken. Though the portion felt a bit small for the price. We only got 3-4 small pieces of chicken. Worth noting it's cheaper ($25) during lunch. ＊Coconut Pudding $16 A light dessert after a rich meal. I was surprised it comes in a whole coconut! The silky, jiggly coconut jelly was fun to scoop straight from the shell, but nothing impressive flavor-wise. ＊Teh Tarik (Pulled Tea) $8 ＊Sweet Thai Iced Tea $8 Both were very sweet and pretty strong on caffeine. I definitely felt it later and it kept me up all night...I preferred the malaysian pulled tea over the thai iced tea. read more

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My friends and I came came here for dinner on a Sunday evening - I would recommend making a reservation in advance since they were pretty packed in there. We got seated immediately and they took our order really quickly. They have a solid drinks menu of both cocktails and regular drinks. I got the Kuala Lumpar and it was pretty good - on the fruitier side! For food - we did family style which I do recommend for this place so that you can try more items. -Roti : This is a classic and this one was pretty good, very flakey and crispy and the dipping curry had good flavoring too -Satay Chicken: This comes with four pieces and it is just alright; nothing too special; I would skip this -Flying Tiger: This was a steak and it was pretty good and tender but definitely on the spicier end which I was not expecting since they did not have it labeled as spicy. -Curry Laksa: This had good flavoring and not spicy actually! -Beef Pad See Ew: Pretty standard nothing too special -Chicken Pineapple Fried Rice: Also pretty standard not too special; would skip Overall - good vibes, everything moved very quickly. Some dishes were better than the other but I feel like I have had better Thai / Malay places in New York. read more

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Been going here for almost a decade and it always hits. The ultimate curry laksa, any of the rice noodles (char kway teow, pad see ew, etc.), chicken satay, and nasi lemak are great. The Bok choy is also really flavorful and tasty. The roti canai is great and chewy. Can't go wrong with anything! We got a reservation for Friday evening and were seated immediately. read more

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We found this place through Google Maps and walked in around 5pm on Saturday and they were already busy. Since we didn't have a reservation, we sat at the bar (which only seats 4). Staff was very helpful in recommending dishes and courteous. Roti was super flaky and delicious with the curry. We also enjoyed the coconut rice with rendang fish. Laksa we got with shrimp and thick egg noodles which were delicious as well. Great spicy warm broth on a cold day! They have happy hour but only on weekdays. read more

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Loved the vibe at Laut, such a cool space and the signage really adds to it. There were a couple birthdays while we were there and they do this fun song with flickering lights, which made the whole experience feel really lively and memorable. The food was solid but didn't totally blow me away. We got the ultimate curry laksa and assam laksa. The assam laksa had great flavor, but the broth was pretty thick, almost more like a sauce. That said, the roti canai is a must try! It's so good and honestly the standout of the meal. I also liked the teh tarik, which was refreshing and not too sweet! read more

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We had came across this hidden gem while wondering around the city hungry. We were having cravings of Thai/Malaysian food and luckily this spot incorporated the best of both worlds. Initially, we had wanted to try Nyonya (a Malaysian restaurant in lower manhattan) but didn't have the time. Service here was amazing, warm and friendly. A small & quaint restaurant that deserves all the recognition! :) read more

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Lunch specials: - Indo Nasi Goreng - fried rice was very flavorful and the dried shrimp sambal sauce was great. Comes with a fried egg and I think it was topped with a thin circular prawn cracker. Protein was shrimp (+$2) and I added an extra portion for shrimp (+$6) for $28.31 (after tax). Since it was a lunch special, it came with egg rolls which were decent. I got a total of 7 shrimps in my take out. Not sure if I was supposed to get a total of 8 shrimps in total for extra portion of shrimp. [4 out of 5 STARS] - Curry Laksa with mixed seafood ($24) was OK but it was very filling. Lots of fish balls, shrimp and squid. The egg round noodles were a little thick for my liking. Good curry flavor. Maybe next time I'll get thin rice noodle instead. [3 of 5 STARS] Cashier was very friendly and helpful with my to go order. Takeout service was very fast. My indo Nasi Goreng was done in like 5 minutes. read more

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Had an interesting time at Laut to say the least with another one of our couple friends and a friend of mine who was the connection between both of us couples. We got a nice corner table to ourselves. Little bit away from the door and also hidden a bit from the overall bustle. After chatting for a while, we finally got to ordering drinks. Now about the drinks - it was some of the most unique presentation I've ever seen. The Api-Api I got - which came in what looked like a take out rice container - was something I've never been before. Kudos to the creativity. From there, we started to order the food, which surprisingly came out very fast even after it took a while to get the waitresses' attention. We tried the Roti Telur to share. Was pretty solid and this was more of a unique Malaysian dish of sorts. We then split off our own ways to order the entrees. We did get a tofu satay & also the fresh pineapple wok fry to share between the both of us. The tofu satay was a bit too bland and dry, in my humble opinion. The pineapple wok fry was good too. I did wish I could have more, but couldn't be greedy. We then split a mango cheesecake for dessert. We were gonna order the coconut pudding, but unfortunately it wasn't available. Great time, good food, maybe a bit too expensive for what you're getting. I think the experience together made up for that though. read more

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Everything was very good!! The nasi lemak and laksa are both very good. Laut feels very authentic. Everything comes in big portions, so it's good to share everything. The service is great, and it feels modern and elegant inside. read more

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Great vibe for a family dinner! Nice interior with exposed brick. We tried a bunch of dishes: roti canai, curry puffs, tofu satay, nasi lemak, Singapore chili crab, ikan bakar, drunk-man noodles and fragrant pineapple fried rice. Great way to try a variety of Malaysian flavors, but certain items could have been more tender and it's pricey for the portion size. Favorites were the Singapore chili crab, Ikan bakar, and small sides that are served with the nasi lemak. Service was kind, but could have been more attentive. read more

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This was good but not outstanding. I think I had high hopes. I came with my friend on a Thursday night, we had an 8PM reservation, but they let us sit early which was very nice. My friend and I shared the late night fried rice and the curry laksa with tofu and thin egg noodles. The fried rice was not good. It didn't have any flavor/spice - was very disappointing. I'm not sure if it is supposed to be like that, but I ate some for leftovers alongside my mala project leftover fried rice, and it didn't even come close. The curry Laksa was good, but I was expecting something more from the hype. I've had very similar tasting dishes elsewhere. Aside from that, it was still a delicious dish. I would probably reorder that if I came back. The inside is nicely decorated. It is very loud though, so you will have to project your voice. read more

Made a reservation to ensure our spot, and good thing we did, cause it got packed within 20 minutes of opening during lunch hours on a Sunday. Upon entering, I was so impressed with the interior, gorgeous wall art, beautiful ceiling, and a small bar in the back corner. The menu had so many exciting dishes. They were pricey but that's expected in the city. We picked a bunch to have a full on family style meal. We ordered the roti canai, roti telur, ilat bakar (fish), duck curry, Singapore crispy soft shell chili crab, baby bok choi, Hainanese roast chicken with rice, Malaysian curry with shrimp and side of bao buns. The dishes started coming out one after another within short intervals. All the dishes were so amazing, huge portions, full of flavors. My favorite were the chili crab, duck, roti canai and the Thai iced tea. All of us were belly full as we throughly enjoyed all the dishes. We even had some leftovers to take home. The service was good. Our server was so friendly. Empty dishes and plates were taken out quickly. We were able to take our sweet time dining in. Overall we had a delightful lunch experience here with our friends and kids. read more

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For those who were unaware, "Laut" means "LOUD"! Admittedly not enough of a din to induce tinnitus, but certainly enough to make the hearing of your dining companion's conversation challenging. I could find not one soft surface in the restaurant that could absorb sound. Making matters worse, describing the space as cramped would be a understatement. Tuesday night's dinner (24March2026) could only be described as meh. Its only saving graces being the soft-shell crab pieces ($25) and my Lychee martini. Laut may have had excellent Malaysian/Singaporean/Thai cuisine at one point time, but my recent experience suggests those glory days are in the past. I didn't even bother taking pictures. And I won't be returning. read more

For someone who grew up visiting KL and Singapore regularly, Laut missed the mark for me. Flavors were good but far off from other NYC Malaysian restaurants, let alone meals I've had back in Malaysia. Started off with the roti which was chewy and flaky that went well with the curry sauce. I just wish it was warmer. The butter garlic crab is something I would get again because of how tasty and crispy it was. It does have some sprinkled salt, sugar, and a little of MSG which made it even better. I wish they had a salted duck egg version which would have been amazing with the crab. Appreciated how they gave us lots of curry leaves! For mains, the laksa really fell short of my expectations. The soup was bland; all I could taste was the coconut milk. I wish it had more spice, more flavors, more umami. The thick egg noodles were also just fine because they were a little overcooked. The squid pieces, fish balls, tofu were solid. For our rendang, we wanted to switch it up and got the fish instead of beef. The fish itself was solid - fried nicely with a crunchy batter and tender meat. The rendang sauce itself was more peanut-y and tasty on its own; however it lacked the herbaciousness, the lemongrass, the spice that rendang is known for. I would have given the food a 3.5 but the service dropped it down to a 3. It felt like we had to seek our server's attention and the dessert menu wasn't offered, when I heard other tables talking about it. With the dim lighting and prices, I think they were trying to deliver a more elevated experience, but I was put off by the old curry stains on the lights and menus. From the dishes to ambience and service, I was hoping for a little more. read more

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I love the food over at Laut! I first heard about Laut from the curry laksa dish so I've been interested in this restaurant since. I also had the roti canai, satay chicken, and basil fried rice. I like the satay chicken and didn't find it to be dry. The peanut really made it stood out! I loved the roti canai as well! I like the curry that came with it, but I did wish that it came with more things though such as chicken or potatoes. I also loved both of my entrees but the curry laksa is definitely one of my favorite curry dishes I've ever had! read more

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Made a reservation with friends on a Thursday evening in this busy restaurant! There is not much seating, and we were seated near the glass windows in the front. The restaurant is quite noisy, but I was able to hear my friends over the crowd. Curry Laksa: I loved this rich and aromatic broth, and even though it was spicier than I expected, it was delicious! Creamy dense coconut milk with a good proportion of noodles. Chicken Satay: These skewers were good, but the sauce made this dish stand out to me. Roti: The roti was flat and large, and the soft and flaky texture was perfect for dipping into the curry sauce. Fried Rice: Loved the different toppings and sides that came with the rice, including the huge egg on top. Overall, my friends and I had a good time trying this comfort Malaysian & Singaporean comfort food! read more

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I came here with a group of 9 people for lunch. Service was great, food came really quickly but I also think it wasn't too busy for lunch either. We started with the satay and papaya salad. I would skip out on the satay, it was a bit dry and normally it comes with a sauce but they said their dish does not come with a dipping sauce. We also ordered the roti and interestingly, it was more like a roti pancake that had filling inside. Not what we were expecting but it was pretty decent. Now the stars of the show definitely was their noodles and rice dishes! We ordered the char kway teow and drunkin noodles. Both were super flavorful! We also ordered the tom yum noodles and the Anthony bourdain's recommended laksa noodles. For the tom yum noodles, we chose the big flat noodles and those were really fun to eat. Tom yum was flavored well so no surprises there. But the laksa noodles, these are a must get!! A much thicker broth, a little sweet, a little tart and a little spicy. Big bold flavors, I really enjoyed this noodle a lot and have never tried anything like it anywhere else. Another must get the indo mi goreng, a really good fried rice to switch out the different textures compared to the noodles. I would skip out on the Hainan chicken because it didn't really taste like Hainan chicken. The essence of the dish was missing like your scallion and ginger. I really liked that Laut does a good job mastering both Thai and Malaysian food! read more

Laut - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Laut is located by Union square. Once you walk in, the decoration gives you a sense of busy street like Asia. Really cool. Our waiter Steven was very nice. We had a big group with multiple orders. Everything came out without any issue. Food was amazing. I liked all the dishes that we ordered. Flavorful and good portion. The hainan chicken was fried which was a little odd to me. Usually it's steamed over rice. Nevertheless it's good. I recommend Roti Canai and soft she chili crabs and crispy wontons. But again, all of them are good. read more

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The price is not really worth the quality or the taste of the food in my opinion Food: we got the roti canai, chili crab and chicken rengen. The roti was solid qnd had this sweet flakiness to it which was delicious. The chili crab was the best dish with a spiciness to them that wa great! We got it with the fried boa which was also very good! The chicken was underwhelming Price: very expensive for the quality and the portion size Service: good service! Ambiance: nothing too special but some Cool aspects like the stall signs read more

Laut - Singapore Chilli Crab, rangen - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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The food was really flavorful. Went for the chilli thai crab, but not only was it a little on the sweet side, also wasnt presented as a whole crab, was sort of deepfried and broken into pieces. The drunken noodle with tofu is the best i've had so far. The beef rendang was yummy, but the curry/sauce was a little too cinnamon heavy, and meat was too fatty. The nasi lemak with shrimp was pretty good. The curry for the roti canai was the best, the flavors were balanced, and it was well seasoned. The teh tarik cold chai drink was pretty good, not too sweet. The ambience was ok, our particular service staff was cordial. Heres where they lost the stars. We had a reservation for 6pm, we were not seated until 7pm. There was a birthday party when we went, which they seemed to give more attention and preference to. That party clearly overstayed their time, but the restaurant was in no rush to seat the 20or so ppl that had accumulated at the narrow entrance, all waiting to be seated for their reserved time. Also did not appreciate the portions for the steep prices. read more

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Really great dining experience here. Tasty and flavorful food, with so many good choices and options. Service was so prompt and top notch. Would definitely come back here again. read more

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Laut manages the rare feat of feeling both like a trip home and a night out. The staff here couldn't be warmer--welcoming in a way that immediately puts you at ease. The atmosphere walks a fine line: touches of Malaysian street-food charm, yet set in an environment polished enough for a proper evening out in the city. I ordered the curry laksa, which holds a permanent spot on my list of all-time favorite dishes. It did not disappoint. Rich, aromatic broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and a balance of flavors that had me nearly scraping the bowl clean. My Malaysian mother would have been proud--though, to be fair, she would've preferred an extra hit of spice. Still, the essence of home was unmistakable. Yes, the prices lean higher than what you'd expect to pay for Malaysian food, but that's the exchange for finding such authentic comfort right in the heart of NYC. For me, it was worth every penny. This is one of those rare places where the food, the service, and the atmosphere all conspire to transport you--if only for a meal--thousands of miles away. I'll be back, next time with my mom in tow. read more

Laut - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

This was disgusting display for take out and I have done dine before so I was shocked by the quality. Unfortunately I won't be returning or trying the Indian restaurant across the street ... My street noodles had 2 types noodles ? Flat noodles and lo mein noodles! Maybe I read that wrong ? They were exceptionally greasy and was just barf. The roti was decent and the curry was lovely but that won't bring me back. read more

Laut - Roti Canai - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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This place was insanely cool! I came in for dinner with two friends and while there were only a few items on the menu that were vegan - they were delicious! We got roti canai, Curry Laksa, Coconut Shrimp(?), and Our server had great recommendations. The place itself is very popular it seems, so it's best to get a reservation. It can also get quite loud and seems popular for celebrations. That night we saw 2 birthdays - and let me tell you the way they celebrate is so cute. I'll leave that one a surprise. read more

Laut - Coconut Shrimp - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Laut was just okay. Service was slow to take drink orders, and the food was underwhelming. If you're craving this cuisine, you're better off taking the train out to Queens for a more memorable meal. read more

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One of my favorite dinner spots! I love Laut and it's one of my go-to spots! Let us with family or with friends, can always be assured that the food and drinks and service will be of the highest quality! The cocktails are amazing and the menu changes slightly each year but most of the drinks and food options are constant. Food- my go to is roti canai, the satay, laksa curry and the spicy crab curry (this one is my absolutely favorite). These are 4 dishes I ordered each time we go in addition to their other appetizers and main course! Please do also try their amazing noodles and rice dishes in addition to their signature specials! The service is always friendly and the ambiance takes you back to Asia! It's always a busy day and reservations are highly recommended. read more

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A small, always packed Malaysian restaurant in Manhattan offering a large variety of dishes done well. Personally a big fan of the chicken skewers and green curry (unique sweetness to it). Great portion on the roti canai, but a tad too buttery imo. All of the fried noodle dishes are also decent. read more

Quick overdue update about this place. I went back to Laut about 10 years after my initial review, and I was impressed by the food. Either it had been a one unfortunate one off, change of chef, or the team a Laut just kept improving but I thoroughly enjoyed going back to this place, the food was absolutely delicious, the atmosphere was nice, and the service was good. I now highly recommend! read more

Honestly it's pretty hard finding amazing Malaysian food in NYC, especially after going to Malaysia recently, but this place wasn't bad. The nyonya fries were amazing, fried perfectly and seasoned so well--and the dip that came with it adding a more salty/umami profile that really complimented the fries. 6/5 stars. The roti canai was disappointing and just not right. Roti is supposed to be soft, fluffy, and slightly flakey, but the one here was packed flat and kind of dense with no dimension. The ultimate curry laksa was pretty good. The ones I've had in Malaysia were incredibly creamy and spicy (can be a bit overwhelming sometimes), and the one here is a pretty mild version. It's not spicy at all, to me, but still creamy and flavorful. 4/5. Would come again for the fries, laksa, and to try the other appetizers. But I would skip the roti. read more

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Laut never disappoints. It's been a long standing favorite to many loyalists. However, they earned a Michelin star and felt like they did not have to try anymore. Wrong!!! Food is always good, but not as super authentic as it used to be. I believe they try too hard to fuse Indian flavors (dominant in some dishes). I highly recommend the following: Roti Kanai Any Rendang curry NAsi Lemak (chicken) NAsi Goreng (any protein) Chicken Wings Service is usually varied depending on the server but id give it 3.5 rating. Ambiance is good; always energetic and bustling. read more

We actually stumbled onto this restaurant by accident. It was late and almost closing time, but they still welcomed us in. First time trying Malaysian food and it did not disappoint! Every dish was flavorful and delicious. The restaurant has a warm, welcoming ambience, and we enjoyed trying a variety of dishes--all of which were great. Our waitress was very helpful in guiding us with the ordering, which made the experience even better. read more

Laut - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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This was our first dinner out during our trip to NYC, and since we love Malaysian food, Laut was our preferred choice. We ordered several dishes: papaya salad, roti canai, curry laksa, pad see ew, and chili crab. Everything so delicious! The roti canai was soft, chewy, and slightly sweet, and the curry sauce on the side was flavorful. The papaya salad was fresh and had a nice balance of sweet and sour flavors. The pad see ew came in a cool stainless steel wok and was packed with flavor. The chili crab was the highlight! It was sweet, tangy, and just the right amount of spicy. The crab pieces were crispy and super tasty, and the sauce was so good that we made sure to soak up every last bit with the fried bread and steamed rice. On top of the great food, we liked the vibe, and our waitress was friendly and attentive. If we visit NYC again, we'll definitely be back to try more dishes! read more

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