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Back when we lived in the Yonge/Eglinton area, we would often go to the Little Sister location nearby. And it was always, always great. So it's weird that it's taken us this long to check out their Portland location. But a recent trek downtown proved the perfect time to finally stop by. We showed up on time for our reservation and were shown to a comfy corner table on their relaxing patio. (Well, relaxing except for the booming music coming from their next-door neighbor.) I knew before I sat down I wanted to get their Rendang Taco, as that was one of my favorite things at the other location. And yeah, it's terrific. That Rendang stew is just so flavorful and the sauce is completely addictive, so I gobbled the whole thing up within seconds. I was intrigued by the Crispy Balinese Pork Slaw ("napa cabbage, kecap manis, sambal oelek, crispy shallots, pickles, peanuts"), because the whole idea of meat in a slaw sounded completely crazy. But holy moly does it ever work. The plentiful pieces of delicious pork belly are accompanied by a really tasty fish-sauce-forward dressing. It's just so dang good. The one weak point in our meal was the War Fries ("Peanut sauce, mayonnaise, pickled chilli, green onion"), which is too bad because I remember loving that concoction. But the problem was the thick, chunky fries were mostly naked (i.e. way more sauce was needed), so we ate the few fries with toppings and left the rest. That was a minor hiccup in an otherwise stellar meal. I'm sure we'll be returning. (I do wish the place would update their online menu, though, as I was really looking forward to ordering their Tom Selleck cocktail but it was nowhere to be found in person.)
First walked in and the service was so welcoming and friendly. Felt comfortable asking many different recommendations for their menu because we couldn't decide - everything sounded so good! Went around happy hour time without reservation and were seated immediately. Sat at the 2 seaters by the wall across the bar which was more comfortable than I thought. Saw big booths on the other side for larger groups, and they have a second floor with more seating and another bar! Portion sizes are shareable. Think tapas style so can order a few more dishes to share. Ask for their espresso martini flavours - I've never had that many options to choose from before! Decided on the pistachio Espresso Martini and wasn't disappointed. Would love to return!
I've tried both Little Sister locations now and the food has been pretty consistent at both, solid and comforting every time. The vibe here is lively but still cozy, great for sharing plates and hanging out with friends. Bold flavours, fun energy, and an easy spot when you want something casual but still good. We got: * Indonesian Steak Frites: this one was a little too cooked and dry + chewy tho. * Green coconut Sea Bream Ceviche * Black Tiger Shrimp Coconut Curry * Nasi Goreng * Northern Sumatra Mushroom Rendang
Great food and tasty drinks. The service is pretty good. The disco fries are really tasty and I like how the decked the place out for the holidays, super cute. The themed drink menu is fun
Came here for Summerlicious and left so full. $45 for all that food and still had leftovers. Pork slaw was bomb--crispy, salty, tangy. Ceviche was good too but I liked the slaw more. Pork belly + chicken were tender but the sides hit harder. Brussel sprouts were still crispy even with the sweet sauce, and the Indonesian fried rice was unreal, great seasoning. Dessert was solid--good coconut flavour, not too sweet. Cocktails were sweet and easy to drink, didn't even taste like alcohol. Honestly an underrated spot, would definitely come back.
We came for the Java Jingle Holiday Bar at Little Sister. Nice Christmas decorations, but the menu was similar to its 'sister' restaurant near Yonge & Eglinton (meat-heavy with limited vegetarian options). It had a nice ambiance though.
The restaurant was empty at the time we went, still they refused us a table and sat us at the bar when we went in without a reservation. So there we sat, ordering plates after plates, not with any intention to drink, awkwardly watching the bar tender tease us with his incredible bartending skills. Awkwardness apart, their grilled satays- lamb and prawns, were delicious. The fried rice was even better and the chicken entree we got alongside, although a very small plate was also a flavor-bomb. The dessert was some sort of pudding with what felt like misplaced glucose/coconut biscuits. This was very forgettable. Besides the portions being small and seating at the bar being awkward when you aren't ordering a drink to loosen you up, great meal
For someone who loves vegetables but dislikes salads in the winter, the charred green bean salad was perfect. The charred beans provided a smoky aroma studded with sweet peas and fragrant pops of lime leaf and lemon grass. Despite not having much of a sauce, the vegetables were well flavoured from the herbs and a mellow heat from the chilis. The sapi bakar is Little Sister's steak frites with an Indonesian Dutch twist. A hefty portion flank steak gets marinated in a spicy and sweet soy marinade and then crusted with a lime leaf and galangal sauce. The beef was flavourful and cooked to a decent medium rare. If only the kitchen took the time to double fry the rendang-spiced fries they would be hotter and less dry. Oh well, at least there was a bit of crunch. They did pair nicely with the fresh tomato and red pepper sambal, which tasted like juicy spicy ketchup. While I stuck with my own meal - a safety measure during the winter to avoid getting sick - sharing works best at Little Sister. Dishes are so flavourful that a few bites are generally satisfactory, and the portion sizes generous enough to go around. Even their Indonesian spiced cake arrives as two slices. The fluffy dessert topped with whipped cream and sitting in a lovely pineapple rum sauce.
If you're craving for Indonesian food this is not the typical place to be. This is more of a fusion restaurant so it's basically a blended Eurasian influenced cuisine originating from countries such as Portugal, Spain, China, Arabs, and the Dutch. The restaurant has two levels. Upstairs layout includes bamboo ceilings, wood panels and soft lighting welcoming patrons into a space that feels like a serene oasis. We went for their Winterlicious menu and although the food is not bad, I wasn't totally impressed. We tried all 3 appetizers and the real standout is the Charred Green Bean Salad. This dish is so simple but very light and refreshing. For mains, the Sapi Bakar marinated flank steak although on the tough side is flavourful and the Crispy Rendang Spiced Potatoes that goes with it is simply phenomenal. The other mains like the Ayam Pedas and Babi Panggang is just so so. If you must try a desert here, it's imperative that you try their Ginger Coffee ice cream. The pairing of ginger and coffee is distinctive and that uniqueness alone makes it special.
If you're coming for authentic Indonesian food...this is not that. I knew I had to lower the bar because the owners of this place are not Indonesian and you can tell from the food. I more so came for the cocktails. It was around Christmas time and their drinks were festive and very well made. You can tell they put a lot of thought into their drink menu. They had a ceviche on the menu, and while not Indonesian, it was still very good. The fried rice and pork belly were very flavorful. The passionfruit dessert at the end was the best part of the meal--so good!
A fantastic spot for a holiday gathering! Little Sister was packed when we went, but they handled the crowd perfectly. The food was delicious, the drinks were standout, and the decor really sets the mood. It's a beautiful space with a great atmosphere. Highly recommended, I'll definitely be returning.. maybe when its warmer
Great ambiance, friendly staff, prices that won't break the bank, and flavourful Indonesian food? Yes! The pork belly was the standout dish for sure-- so succulent and soft! In other restaurants, I find that pork belly can be too crunchy or fatty, but this one was perfect. The lamb skewers were nicely spiced and soft, too, and the salmon was excellent. We'll be back!
The ambiance here is the winner! Although I was more interested in this place for brunch, I came for dinner. The food is definitely meant for sharing. We tried an array of dishes the lamb skewer, lumpia, curry, salmon and their dessert. Good but not exceptional.
1 month ago
I tried their other location years ago & the food was rather odd. Happy hour (with a slight discount on menu prices for some items) was a good chance to revisit them. The food is still odd. They get 2.5 stars. Indonesian fried chicken was so so. It was on the drier side. It was finely dusted & pretty crispy. Sambal mayo was very light with little flavour. I could see yellow turmeric under the batter but the spice blend was very light. War Frites were so so. Fries were rather dry though quite crispy. The shape was quite flat. They were served with mayo, not fritesaus, which was decent. Peanut sauce was pretty spicy & decent. There wasn't much of either sauce. Pickled chili & green onions were decent. Rendang beef croquettes were decent, resembling a Dutch kroket - pretty crispy outside with thick meat sludge inside, but with a Rendang twist. They were pretty spicy. read more
Walked by this cute house aka restaurant and thought to check it out. Ended up ordering from their happy hour menu that ended at 6:30 pm. Items offered were fried food: Rendang beef Croquettes - the croquettes were blended so that it was smooth and creamy rather than textured. Wouldn't know it was beef if there was no menu. Crispy fried Oyster Mushrooms with sweet chili sauce - nothing special. War frites with peanut sauce - the sauce was minimal and didn't taste peanuty. Indonesian fried chicken with sambal mayo - didn't taste the sambal in the mayo. I asked what happened to the Balinesian style food, and was told it's a Dutch Balinesian restaurant, with emphasis on the Dutch side. OK then. read more
i was really excited to try an indonesian restaurant, but unfortunately this place was a little underwhelming for me the semur with short rib was $40, which felt pretty steep for what you get. i was also expecting a more traditional semur flavor, but this one was noticeably sweeter than the semur i'm used to eating. the ceviche was pretty good, but i have other favorites in toronto for ceviche. the restaurant itself has really nice vibes and a cute atmosphere, so i can definitely see why people would enjoy coming here. the only thing was that the two-person tables lined up against the wall felt a little awkward. overall, not a bad meal, but if i'm specifically looking for indonesian food, i think there are other spots i'd choose over this one! read more
Back when we lived in the Yonge/Eglinton area, we would often go to the Little Sister location nearby. And it was always, always great. So it's weird that it's taken us this long to check out their Portland location. But a recent trek downtown proved the perfect time to finally stop by. We showed up on time for our reservation and were shown to a comfy corner table on their relaxing patio. (Well, relaxing except for the booming music coming from their next-door neighbor.) I knew before I sat down I wanted to get their Rendang Taco, as that was one of my favorite things at the other location. And yeah, it's terrific. That Rendang stew is just so flavorful and the sauce is completely addictive, so I gobbled the whole thing up within seconds. I was intrigued by the Crispy Balinese Pork Slaw ("napa cabbage, kecap manis, sambal oelek, crispy shallots, pickles, peanuts"), because the whole idea of meat in a slaw sounded completely crazy. But holy moly does it ever work. The plentiful pieces of delicious pork belly are accompanied by a really tasty fish-sauce-forward dressing. It's just so dang good. The one weak point in our meal was the War Fries ("Peanut sauce, mayonnaise, pickled chilli, green onion"), which is too bad because I remember loving that concoction. But the problem was the thick, chunky fries were mostly naked (i.e. way more sauce was needed), so we ate the few fries with toppings and left the rest. That was a minor hiccup in an otherwise stellar meal. I'm sure we'll be returning. (I do wish the place would update their online menu, though, as I was really looking forward to ordering their Tom Selleck cocktail but it was nowhere to be found in person.) read more
First walked in and the service was so welcoming and friendly. Felt comfortable asking many different recommendations for their menu because we couldn't decide - everything sounded so good! Went around happy hour time without reservation and were seated immediately. Sat at the 2 seaters by the wall across the bar which was more comfortable than I thought. Saw big booths on the other side for larger groups, and they have a second floor with more seating and another bar! Portion sizes are shareable. Think tapas style so can order a few more dishes to share. Ask for their espresso martini flavours - I've never had that many options to choose from before! Decided on the pistachio Espresso Martini and wasn't disappointed. Would love to return! read more
I've tried both Little Sister locations now and the food has been pretty consistent at both, solid and comforting every time. The vibe here is lively but still cozy, great for sharing plates and hanging out with friends. Bold flavours, fun energy, and an easy spot when you want something casual but still good. We got: * Indonesian Steak Frites: this one was a little too cooked and dry + chewy tho. * Green coconut Sea Bream Ceviche * Black Tiger Shrimp Coconut Curry * Nasi Goreng * Northern Sumatra Mushroom Rendang read more
1 year ago
Came here for Summerlicious and left so full. $45 for all that food and still had leftovers. Pork slaw was bomb--crispy, salty, tangy. Ceviche was good too but I liked the slaw more. Pork belly + chicken were tender but the sides hit harder. Brussel sprouts were still crispy even with the sweet sauce, and the Indonesian fried rice was unreal, great seasoning. Dessert was solid--good coconut flavour, not too sweet. Cocktails were sweet and easy to drink, didn't even taste like alcohol. Honestly an underrated spot, would definitely come back. read more
We came for the Java Jingle Holiday Bar at Little Sister. Nice Christmas decorations, but the menu was similar to its 'sister' restaurant near Yonge & Eglinton (meat-heavy with limited vegetarian options). It had a nice ambiance though. read more
The restaurant was empty at the time we went, still they refused us a table and sat us at the bar when we went in without a reservation. So there we sat, ordering plates after plates, not with any intention to drink, awkwardly watching the bar tender tease us with his incredible bartending skills. Awkwardness apart, their grilled satays- lamb and prawns, were delicious. The fried rice was even better and the chicken entree we got alongside, although a very small plate was also a flavor-bomb. The dessert was some sort of pudding with what felt like misplaced glucose/coconut biscuits. This was very forgettable. Besides the portions being small and seating at the bar being awkward when you aren't ordering a drink to loosen you up, great meal read more
For someone who loves vegetables but dislikes salads in the winter, the charred green bean salad was perfect. The charred beans provided a smoky aroma studded with sweet peas and fragrant pops of lime leaf and lemon grass. Despite not having much of a sauce, the vegetables were well flavoured from the herbs and a mellow heat from the chilis. The sapi bakar is Little Sister's steak frites with an Indonesian Dutch twist. A hefty portion flank steak gets marinated in a spicy and sweet soy marinade and then crusted with a lime leaf and galangal sauce. The beef was flavourful and cooked to a decent medium rare. If only the kitchen took the time to double fry the rendang-spiced fries they would be hotter and less dry. Oh well, at least there was a bit of crunch. They did pair nicely with the fresh tomato and red pepper sambal, which tasted like juicy spicy ketchup. While I stuck with my own meal - a safety measure during the winter to avoid getting sick - sharing works best at Little Sister. Dishes are so flavourful that a few bites are generally satisfactory, and the portion sizes generous enough to go around. Even their Indonesian spiced cake arrives as two slices. The fluffy dessert topped with whipped cream and sitting in a lovely pineapple rum sauce. read more
If you're craving for Indonesian food this is not the typical place to be. This is more of a fusion restaurant so it's basically a blended Eurasian influenced cuisine originating from countries such as Portugal, Spain, China, Arabs, and the Dutch. The restaurant has two levels. Upstairs layout includes bamboo ceilings, wood panels and soft lighting welcoming patrons into a space that feels like a serene oasis. We went for their Winterlicious menu and although the food is not bad, I wasn't totally impressed. We tried all 3 appetizers and the real standout is the Charred Green Bean Salad. This dish is so simple but very light and refreshing. For mains, the Sapi Bakar marinated flank steak although on the tough side is flavourful and the Crispy Rendang Spiced Potatoes that goes with it is simply phenomenal. The other mains like the Ayam Pedas and Babi Panggang is just so so. If you must try a desert here, it's imperative that you try their Ginger Coffee ice cream. The pairing of ginger and coffee is distinctive and that uniqueness alone makes it special. read more
If you're coming for authentic Indonesian food...this is not that. I knew I had to lower the bar because the owners of this place are not Indonesian and you can tell from the food. I more so came for the cocktails. It was around Christmas time and their drinks were festive and very well made. You can tell they put a lot of thought into their drink menu. They had a ceviche on the menu, and while not Indonesian, it was still very good. The fried rice and pork belly were very flavorful. The passionfruit dessert at the end was the best part of the meal--so good! read more
9 months ago
A fantastic spot for a holiday gathering! Little Sister was packed when we went, but they handled the crowd perfectly. The food was delicious, the drinks were standout, and the decor really sets the mood. It's a beautiful space with a great atmosphere. Highly recommended, I'll definitely be returning.. maybe when its warmer read more
10 months ago
Great ambiance, friendly staff, prices that won't break the bank, and flavourful Indonesian food? Yes! The pork belly was the standout dish for sure-- so succulent and soft! In other restaurants, I find that pork belly can be too crunchy or fatty, but this one was perfect. The lamb skewers were nicely spiced and soft, too, and the salmon was excellent. We'll be back! read more
2 years ago
The ambiance here is the winner! Although I was more interested in this place for brunch, I came for dinner. The food is definitely meant for sharing. We tried an array of dishes the lamb skewer, lumpia, curry, salmon and their dessert. Good but not exceptional. read more
I had a reservation for 5 people on a Saturday night around 7pm. Upon entry, my group was promptly seated. They have a small outdoor space but lots of indoor space (indoor and outdoors). Their tables can accommodate large groups. I was curious of the Dutch and Indonesian fusion. Our server was very friendly and had a great sense of humour. We got chicken satay and prawn crackers to start. We then ordered our own main and got a couple fried rice to share. Our server recommended ordering some vegetables but we passed on that suggestion. We still had a LOT of food. The apps were yum. The chicken was definitely the star. The glaze they had used was sweet and spicy. The fried rice was also really well seasoned and had some veggies and sauce in it. Overall the food was phenomenal!! I will definitely be back! read more
My friends and I made reservations separately for XXX the speakeasy downstairs and Little Sister because the system didn't allow for one person to make two reservations on the same day. They made to let me know via texting that the speakeasy did not serve the full menu from upstairs. I thought it was a nice touch to let us know ahead of time. They were able to make last minute changes to the reservation over the phone too. We came to try the summerlicious menu. I got the pork slaw, flank steak, and vanilla custard. Cabbage with the pork slaw was The highlight was the flank steak. So tender and flavorful. The vanilla custard is best when you have with the cookie. The size of the dishes seemed like what they normally serve with the deal. We couldn't finish everything, and we were stuffed. I think we got a new server because when we asked if the salmon would be cooked since my friend was pregnant, he said it would be fine. Good thing she didn't order it! Otherwise, the service was great. We didn't realize how much time we were spending and needed all of the food out together right after the appetizer. They were able to accommodate. So we chowed down our food, pack our leftovers to-go, and made it to our next event in time. I wish we had more time to enjoy the food because it was delicious. Never had Dutch Indonesian food, but I'm a fan now. Definitely plan to come back if I'm in Toronto again! read more
1 year ago
I love this place. The drinks were delicious. The food was flavorful, filling, and fun. I enjoyed every single dish from the appetizers through the dessert. And the service was excellent. The staff is very friendly and very helpful and helping you pick what you might want to try. read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
Little Sister is a beautiful Indonesian bar with sophisticated aesthetics and great cocktail selection! We went there on a Saturday night and got a reservation the same day. For drinks I would highly recommend trying their It's All Gone Peach Tong which has Dillon's Melon Gin, peach liqueur, citrus cordial, cucumber, mint, and peach black tea. We got a pitcher of that after trying the first glass because we loved it so much. For food, we got their war fries (Peanut sauce, mayonnaise, pickled chili, green onion) I would say this was 3/5. It was nothing too special, just fries with some toppings. But the peanut sauce was pretty good. Their Sumatra Spiced Beef Croquettes were DELICIOUS! You get two in one order but I ordered a second plate because it was that good. The last thing we got was their brussel sprouts which were decent as well. I would definitely go back to this place for their cocktails and ambienace! read more
A unique concept with a wide array of Indonesian fusion dishes. Some of which were flavourful and inventive (like the pork belly and satay), but also some of which were lazy (like the brussel sprouts which used low quality/larger sprouts, and the war fries which were standard Sysco fries doused in mayo with very little of the other stuff). On top of that, the server was weirdly cold and seemingly annoyed at every basic request (e.g. we need a few more mins to order, can we get more water). Lots of other great restaurants in the area, but this could be good enough to try once if Indonesian is up your alley. read more
This is such a beautiful venue! It was designed so wonderfully and feels like you've been transported to somewhere else. Even the bathrooms are fun with these neat little monkey lamps. Everyone who worked there was exceptionally friendly and knowledgable about everything. The food was all very tasty with the beef short rib being the winner of the evening. Everything had a nice spice to it. If you're not good with spicy this likely isn't the restaurant for you. This was really tasty Indonesian food and I would definitely suggest trying it if you've never had it before. I love that they do a sharing style so that you can try more things. read more
I had a amazing dinner for two at Little Sister. We booked a reservation online and was seated upstairs. The interior was cute and cozy, and I loved the high ceilings in the upstairs dining area. We ordered the Udang Kari & Babi Panggang, along with the chicken and lamb skewers. The Pork Belly was unreal - I am really pleased with the Babi Panggang. The cocktails were also great, and it was an overall a great dinner. read more
This place was all decorated for Christmas! It was so cute and the atmosphere was really great. The drinks were amazing, they had a new menu just for Christmas and so I got the eggnog based one & one called "the grinch." They were both so good and had a good amount of alcohol in it, they definitely did not cheap out. The food was tasty, it is Dutch/Indonesian cuisine. Service was very nice too. There's also a speakeasy downstairs called XXX, which is amazing and I will definitely return. XXX REVIEW - 5 STARS Some of the pictures are from XXX. The wait was pretty long to go downstairs so they gave us two free shots to make up for it!! They were super awesome. The drinks were some of the best I've had in Toronto. I ordered a XXX martini and it came with an edible portion to it which was so cool and unique. The atmosphere had a very "red light district" feel to it. It reminded me so much of Amsterdam and made me miss it. I can't wait to bring my boyfriend here! read more
11 months ago
The food was amazing and the service was great. And the holiday ambiance was fun. 10/10 for overall experience and food! read more
2 years ago
I came here with my boyfriend and it was really nice. They have a patio area, but we chose to sit inside. We got the lamb skewers, brussel sprouts, fried rice, and the pork belly. All the food was so flavourful, but my favourites were the brussel sprouts and the pork belly. My boyfriend is allergic to shellfish, and they were incredibly accommodating in order to avoid cross contamination. The pork belly came with a sauce which had fish sauce in it, and fish sauce sometimes has traces of shellfish in it. We we got it initially with the sauce on, but they took it back immediately without us asking (after we took photos too), and gave us a new one with the sauce on the side. They also gave him a lamb sauce and that was also super delicious. Really great experience overall. read more
Second floor has a seasonal Christmas bar! Came here after hearing that Little Sister's second floor had a season Christmas bar and boy was it adorable! You're able to make reservations here which is an added bonus, since other Christmas bars usually do not take resos. When we arrived around 10PM, it wasn't crowded and had many open tables available. We tried four different drinks and they were all delicious! Especially the grinch cup drink, tastes like fruitloops milk - YUM! Other cocktails also came in cute festive cups like an ornament, a santa claus and more! Ask your server for reccos and what you're looking for in a drink, they'll point you in the right direction of which drink you should select! It wasn't too loud here which was another added bonus, as other Christmas bars are usually on the louder side. The festive vibes, friendly staff and delicious seasonal drinks made the experiences such a great one! I'd recommend this place and make sure to check it out before the end of holidays! read more
2 years ago
This is my first time trying this restaurant and it definitely did not let down! We came here to try the winterlicious menu and because it was the four of us, we shared all the dishes. We were able to try four different dishes ! We got one of each of the appetizers, four main dishes and one of each of the desserts. My favorite appetizer was the crispy Balinese pork slaw. The pork definitely was the highlight, where it melts in your mouth. The slaw also had a crispy crunch to it. Every bite was perfect. I really like the black tiger shrimp coconut curry. The flavours were super impactful and paired so nicely with the white rice. The shrimps were also massive and super tender! I also loved the grilled smoked pork belly. The pork was super flavourful and was a great pairing with the Brussel sprouts. The char flavours really packed a punch! Lastly, you really can't go wrong with any of the desserts. The cake was super delicious with all the different spices. The ginger coffee ice cream was really unique and I love how the coffee flavours were so prominent. The vanilla custard had a tangy passion fruit layer which made it super interesting and palatable. 100% I will be coming back. Also loved how attentive the staffs were and the food all came out at a reasonable pace too! The place was also super packed and the decor was really nice. read more
3 years ago
My friend was visiting me outside the country and we had to find a dinner spot last minute!! So we picked this place as it was pinned on my friend's list for a while. Given that this is Indonesian food and I hadn't had this cuisine in so long, I was immediately down. We didn't have a reservation so they could only give us bar seating, but that was totally okay! The interior was dimly lit and had a few booth and bar seatings. The decor was cute and colourful. Service was phenomenal. 5 stars for that if evaluating it alone - the waitress took my jacket for me and hung it on the coat rack, the bartender had excellent recommendations for the menu, etc. As for the food, we got the following items: - Ayam goreng: Spicy fried chicken with a spicy mayo (that had a bit of yogurt zing, but I don't think this was a listed ingredient). A plus that it is gluten free. This chicken was juicy and not dry at all! There were only a few very large pieces though, would've liked more. 8/10 - Nasi goreng: Yummy spicy fried rice! They used basmati rice and it was very fluffy and soft and the texture was great. There wasn't many fixings aside from some Chinese mustard greens. We probably could've gone without this as it was a lot of food, I had leftovers! I would say this is a staple side dish given the price is a very reasonable $8.50. 7/10 - Semur java (10 oz boneless): One short rib, served boneless with a side of Chinese mustard greens and taro chips. The menu said cassava chips which I think is different. Unfortunately this dish (despite being their "signature" main, according to the bar tender) wasn't that outstanding. While the meat was soft, it was pretty dry. I do appreciate the little bit of crust that formed on the surface though. I was disappointed that there was only one short rib (which also didn't feel like 10 oz), especially when the sides that it is served with are so unsubstantial. 6/10 - Kol goreng nano nano: I wouldn't say the brussels sprouts on this were crispy as advertised but still was delicious. Tasted like balsamic glaze (but it was tamarind). 8/10 Also had their drink special, which was a coconut milk bourbon cocktail. Was pretty strong but nothing spectacular. I wish I liked this place more!! However I found their food overpriced; despite being happy with what we ate, the price was steep for what we were getting. Definitely nice to try it out but I likely won't come back! read more
A few people recommended this place so I was excited to try. It's more of a tapas style/sharing dish which I love because you get to try so many different things. Unfortunately most of the dishes we tried weren't good. I had the lamb and chicken skewers which our waiter recommended as their most popular. They were average at best... they are around $10 for 2-3 pieces. The lamb wasn't very flavourful, and the chicken seasoning didn't really impress. We also ordered their fried rice, croquettes and braised short ribs. All of which we didn't really enjoy. We have had Indonesian food previously and loved it! Not sure if it's the fusion of it that threw us off? We were left hungry at the end and definitely not satisfied. We went to another restaurant following this. read more
Liked the exotic Indonesian-style interior designs. Food was yum too. Had Satay Ayam (grilled marinated chicken with peanut sauce), Sambal Terong Balado (an eggplant dish) and Semur Java (braised beef short ribs) and Nasi Goreng (Indonesian fried rice), all pretty tasty. Drinks and service were nice too. Food (quality, presentation) - 4/5 Drinks (quality, variety) - 3/5 Ambience (interior, cleanness) - 4/5 Service - 4/5 Value - 4/5 read more
This review is only about drinks as we did not eat here. We had a drink at Little Sister while we were waiting to go down to their speakeasy. We sat outside and while it was a little chilly, it wasn't too bad overall. The outside heater was not working. We ordered some Negronis since it was Negroni week. Our service was good and the drinks were made well too. The space is super cute. I would come back here for a cocktail when I'm back in Toronto. read more
Cute environment, good drinks, but very small food portions for the price you pay. While I would return for the drinks, do not expect to leave here full... if you come here for the food, consider it more of a snack than a meal. I came here on a Saturday with a reservation for 5:30. The environment is cute, clean, and modern... definitely a nice, chill atmosphere for hanging out. My friends and I got the Indo sangria which was so yummy and refreshing. We intended for this to be our dinner and decided to share some plates but personally I was still very hungry after and needed to get more food once we left. Amongst the 3 of us, we shared the ayam goreng (spicy fried chicken), war fries, satay ayam (skewers), udang Kari (white shrimp in coconut curry), and white rice. All the portions were pretty small for their price points. Specifically, for the udang Kari (shrimp & curry) which was $19.95, we were expecting it to be a full meal-sized dish. This was not the case as it came in a small bowl with 6 shrimps. Rice was not even included, as we had to order a bowl separately... I found it to be peculiar and measly for rice to not even be included in a curry dish. The service was fine, but all in all.. don't come here for a meal expecting to be full. Come for the drinks or to share plates as a snack... though the value of the dishes are pretty steep, the environment is nice. read more
This place has been bookmarked on my list for a while now, I came to visit with a group of 10 people and good thing I made a reservation because the top floor of the building was completely full. It was a bit stuffy on the second floor but the aesthetic of the restaurant is beautifully done with an Indonesian twist of light color, high beam ceilings painted white, brick and wood finishes. With such a big party, we left our menu selection to our lovely server making suggestions for a family style dinner. We started off with a pitcher of their sangria, rum punch and electric lemonade. Girllll - they do not skimp out on the alcohol! For appetizers we had their skewers, beef coquette, fries, salmon on top of crispy rice and watermelon salad. I did noticed that they have red chillies on all their dishes - so if you can't stand the heat, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to you. For dinner, we had a shrimp curry, fried rice, charred pork belly, roasted chicken, roasted Brussels sprouts, peas & green beans! This was definitely a nicely put together tasting menu because we got to hit up all the different flavor profiles. This restaurant was a great tribute to Indonesian food and brought me back to my trips to Bali. read more
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