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    4.0 (328 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Malay Potato Curry
    Patricia M.

    This place is so cute. I went here on a date and the service was pretty good. The place is intimate and perfect for lunch or dinner. We got the satay tofu to start and the tofu was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious on top. I don't know if I would get again because of the texture of the bean sprouts on top, but that's more of a personal preference than a comment on their cooking. For dinner, I had the potato curry with tofu which was very yummy. I got spice level 3 out of 5 but it wasn't very spicy just a hint of spice. My date got the curry mee which he thoroughly enjoyed. There was enough for decent leftovers and the prices were reasonable for the portion and quality of the food. I think the curry mee was $14 and my date got two meals out of it, honestly, not bad especially in this economy. I would come back here again and try some other items on their menu.

    Malay char kway teow

    Takeout was ready when promised, the space looks nice. The food was very good. The char kway teow was one the best noodle dishes I've ever had.

    Golden Pork Chops
    Eli M.

    We ordered roti canai. It was ok. It needed to be a little thicker and doesn't have the darker brown color. It needed more flavor. The golden pork chops were delicious. And the beef with ginger and scallions was really tasty!

    Excellent Malaysian/Thai restaurant overall. While a couple of sauces were simple to the point of anonymity, overall our food was beautifully prepared, beautifully cooked, and tasty. I particularly recommend the Satay tofu appetizer, which was simply amazing. The duck, while pricey, also was delicious. The service was prompt and attentive, and particularly respectful of any requests we made.

    Golden squid
    Annie A.

    Very nice, casual and lively Malaysian place in Morristown. The food is consistent and servers are great. The portions are pretty good.

    Appetizer
    Joanna V.

    We've dined here almost everytime I've been in town to see my sis. That's because there is undoubtedly, always something interesting to taste. The nice thing too, is the food is made to order, fresh and hot. You can expect friendly service; always part of Malay culture. The interior has a warm atmosphere with traditional decorations. This restaurant is in a shared plaza with available parking. It's never too busy, so parking shouldn't be an issue. The price point of their food is average, and what you'd expect for NJ or the east coast.

    Amy Y.

    Solid spot for Malaysian food. They updated their lunch menu and thus removed a lot of the popular options like pad thai which is a bummer. I also notice their overall menu has changed and they've added rice bowls and ramen which I have yet to try.

    Thai Basil Noodle
    Shailesh P.

    Had lunch here with friends today, it's a small cozy place, we were seated immediately and staff were very attentive. Gave us time to settle down and suggested daily specials. We had lobster bisque soup, steamed dumplings, thai basil noodle, pad thai, wonton noodle soup. Everything was fresh, hot and tasted amazing. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking to have Thai, Malaysian or Asian food.

    Jose P.

    Malay was a great experience. The restaurant is clean and the service is exceptional. One of the things that I will always be a stickler about is water at the table. Not only was water quickly presented, but they also placed a caraf at our table, which was constantly replenished. I'm so glad that I ordered their lychee drink. It was sweet, refreshing, and had four large lychees within the glass. So good. Our streamed dumpling appetizer was so good. They were filled with chicken, pork, and shrimp. The dipping sauce made it so flavorful and they were gone in seconds. Every entree was the perfect portion, cooked to perfection, full of delightful spiciness, and well presented. The entire meal was such an enjoyable experience and the service was impeccable. I highly recommend Malay. You will definitely be treated very well and enjoy a memorable meal.

    Curry puffs
    Sara B.

    A really solid option for takeout Thai! I placed the order for delivery and it arrived piping hot and fresh within thirty minutes. I hate when delivery takes forever and comes cold, so this was definitely a win. The pad thai was also a winner and came with a generous amount of meat and noodles, plus all of the delicious fixings. It was super flavorful and well cooked. The curry puffs had a really crispy and crunchy pastry shell and came with a sweet and spicy duck sauce for dipping. I didn't try much of the rice because it was spicy, but it came with a generous amount of sweet and crispy pork. I've been a little disappointed in the delivery quality from Up Thai, so it's nice to have Malay as another option. I'm looking forward to ordering again and trying out some more of my favorite Thai dishes.

    Side of white rice
    Katie N.

    Dined in for an early dinner and I was the only person sitting down. Lots of individuals came in to pick up to go orders. Service was very friendly. I had the pepper chicken that was pretty flavorful. Low on the spice end which is good for me.

    Curry mee vegetarian
    Sne G.

    First time here, in the heart of Morristown downtown. Had to drive around to find street parking. Quick to be seated, and prompt service. Menu had a mix of Malaysian and Thai dishes, plenty of variety to choose from. Ordered Roti Canay, Pad Thai and Curry Mee. All were flavorful and great portions to share. Will recommend and come back !

    Cecilia T.

    I was dining in at Saigon Subs & Cafe right next door for lunch and was going to get some takeout from Penang afterwards for dinner. Saw this place while looking for parking and decided to get Malaysian food from here instead due to the unexpected snow. They opened at 11, I went in at 12:10, the first 2 things I tried to order, the owner had to go back to the kitchen twice to ask if it was available. They only had 1 order of white meat chicken rice dish left and luckily, they had the whole Hainanese chicken I wanted. I also got the roti canai and golden squid. There were only like 8 little pieces of squid on top of a bed of vegetables, nothing like Penang's. The roti canai pancake wasn't crispy and the curry sauce was watery & bland. The Hainanese chicken was actually decent, I ate half by myself and the chicken flavor rice was good as well as the chili sauce. If I was to come back again, I'd only get the Hainanese chicken. Fyi: there's a fee if you pay with credit card but if you pay with cash, you get 10% off. Plenty of metered parking.

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    2 years ago

    Food very low quality... no flavor at all. Service below average and ambience was poor... restaurant almost empty.

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    Love that we can adjust the spice level. We pick up Pad Thai take out frequently. Lookin g forward to eating there again soon.

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    2 years ago

    Awesome find. Their Char Kway Teow was amazing and it felt like being back in Malaysia again. Recommended!

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    Fantastic food, great service, and awesome ambiance. Great for families or date night- and great lunch deals! BYOB!!

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    2 years ago

    Malay was excellent. Food was good and nice service. Was in town for meetings and found this a a go to next time in town

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    Great food with a reasonable price, great people working at the restaurant (family business)

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    3 years ago

    This food is amazing. Super flavorful and delicious. I recommend getting the red curry.

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    Everything was so good, excellent service, the food is so good , todo muy rico el arroz con piña recomendado , volveremos

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    4 years ago

    Varied menu of delicious food in the heart of town. These guys really know how to cook.

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    Ask the Community - Malay

    Is it halal?

    Nope

    They're closed tuesdays FYI...would have been nice if they said that?

    It's posted and said they'd start closing every Tuesday starting I think March 7th

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    4.2
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    After Laku in Morristown closed down to make way for yet another condo redevelopment, my usual…read moredining companion and I felt like we'd lost our go-to spot for sushi and Asian cuisine in the area. Thankfully, Mintea just a quick drive north on Ridgedale Avenue in Morris Plains has completely filled the void left by Laku's untimely demise. While the dining area's minimal decor clearly prioritizes function over atmosphere, the food and service are where this place truly stands out. The menu runs the gamut of Asian cuisines -- covering Japan, China, Thailand, and Vietnam -- and every single thing we've tried is incredibly well-executed. My dining companion and I have ordered everything from sushi to soups and noodle dishes and nothing misses the mark. The service is also terrific. The servers are genuinely friendly and attentive without ever being overbearing. One of the long-tenured servers always asks my dining companion how her father is doing -- because he had joined us once for dinner at Mintea a few years ago. If you're looking for a reliable, delicious spot that hits all the right notes, Mintea is a fantastic addition to the rotation. PRO TIP #1: Bring cash. Mintea offers a discount for using cash to pay for your meal.

    My coworkers swear by this place and have made it a tradition to order sushi every Wednesday. I…read morefinally got invited to join, and I can confidently say this spot is solid! I've tried a variety of sushi, and it's always fresh and delicious. The rice dishes are great too, and I especially love the wonton soup, which uses thin pasta instead of the thick noodles that most spots serve. I also tried the Pad Thai, but it wasn't really my favorite because the noodles weren't my preferred type, and the shrimp were a bit large and gummy. That said, overall this is a really great sushi spot that I'll happily return to for their consistently fresh sushi and flavorful dishes weekly.

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    Nikko Japanese Restaurant

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    4.0
    (259 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    Been ordering out from Nikko for years and occasionally dine there. In, or out, Nikko is hit or…read moremiss. Some nights we love it but nights like tonight, where we ate there, was totally just fine. Grilled calamari was rubber. Gyoza was tasty but not hot enough. Edamame fine. Soba noodles with chicken was very sweet and the steak teriyaki was over-sauced and tough. Assorted sushi was fine but didn't seem overly fresh or prepared with the usual love. Sapporos were cold and delicious. Wine by the glass dreadful. Service was good. Atmosphere is fine - but no real vibe.

    After hearing how amazing this place is for several years now, I finally took the leap and visited…read morethis past Thursday evening. Our table of three was immediately seated at a very clean table, and the servers were on top of our every need. Very attentive to refreshing drinks, offering water, and our need for more time to review the offerings on the menu. Food is very good, some of the best sushi I've had in the area and most authentic to what you likely would receive in Japan. The prices are not quite a match to the quality, however. While everything seemed super fresh, i's So expensive. The lobster roll was tremendous, but at $24 it was by far the most expensive piece I've ever ordered. I may do it again if I return, not sure. When dressed up with the rice and caviar, it's hard to taste the actual lobster and you could have placed scallop or cod in there and I may not have known. Drinks - very expensive. Mixed drink is $14 and served in a super-sized shot glass at best. I can easily think of three other great Sushi venues within 10 miles that are BYO and far less for not much less in quality....but I'm glad I tried it. This would be a five star review with more reasonable prices. If their goal is to differentiate and keep the riff-raff out with high prices, they will likely succeed in that. So sorry, I didn't take one photo!! Unlike me...

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    Saigon Subs & Café

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    Saigon Subs & Cafe honestly might be one of the best if not the best spot for a good banh mi. The…read moreflavors really hits. It's around $13 per banh mi which is a little higher than some places, but the quality and portion make it worth it 100%. I got the S1 and S8. The S1 was really good and something I would definitely order again. It's my husband's favorite. The S8 was the chicken and it came out warm with steam! A lot of other places make it but it's still cold. I also liked how fresh the ingredients taste. Service takes about 15 to 20 minutes for the order to come out just as a heads up. One Only small critique is the bread. While I like a crispy baguette, this one is a bit too crunchy and can cut the roof of your mouth a little. So don't gobble it down fast like I did. If they made it just slightly less aggressive it would be perfect. Overall I would definitely go back for more.

    This cute, no frills bahn mi spot leans more café-style, hence its name! There is limited seating…read moreso perfect for a quick grab and go. Parking can be a bit tricky given its location near a major road, but there is metered parking right out front. One thing I really appreciated was the thoughtful packaging. Instead of wrapping everything in paper/foil (which traps steam and softens the bread), they use takeaway containers that keep the banh mi bread crispy and intact. The portions are generous! I don't think I've ever had a bahn mi with so much protein! I personally asked for extra cilantro on some of the sandwiches which is why the cilantro looks so obnoxious in the pictures. Everything was solid and satisfying! The lemongrass chicken bahn mi stood out with its aromatic flavor. The Saigon special bahn mi though, could've used a bit more presence from the mayo and pate to enhance the flavors. Sounds weird, but surprisingly, the sardines in tomato sauce bahn mi was better than it sounds. It was savory and definitely worth trying if you're feeling adventurous. The summer rolls were fresh, clean, and a great complement to the sandwiches. My only note: I wish the pickled carrots and radish had a bit more tang. They leaned mild rather than punchy. Overall, a reliable spot with thoughtful touches and flavorful options. I'd come back again.

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    0.5 mi
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    Probably my favorite sushi lunch special in Morristown. I got a whole sashimi lunch for 15 dollars…read morewith the inclusion of miso soup or salad. I ended up getting the soup which was delicious. The meal also came with rice which was pretty unnecessary but nice to come with. I really, really liked the white tuna. It was my favorite sashimi on the menu. The place is even BYOB with a liquor shop next door. The service here was pretty quick. Beware; however, it does get super busy around 1pm. There are a lot of people picking up orders to take back into their offices.

    After hearing about the 50% off cash deal, I knew I had to visit Masago. A friend and I called…read moreahead of time to order takeout and can confirm that when we paid with cash, everything was half off! We got the ninja roll, fantasy roll, sunshine roll, and salmon mango roll. Everything looked delicious and given the price, all the rolls were very tasty. We found the fantasy roll to be a bit fishy, but we enjoyed the salmon mango roll and sunshine roll. The ninja roll was also good, but since it had cooked fish and eel, it tasted more savory than the other ones. Overall, I would definitely come back to Masago and would recommend it to anyone in the area! The restaurant also has a decent amount of seating if you wanted to dine in as well.

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    3 roll Maki Lunch with spicy tuna, spicy salmon, and eel roll
    3 roll Maki Lunch with spicy tuna, spicy salmon, and eel roll
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