Having been to their original location in Capitol Hill many years ago, it was a pleasant surprise…read moreto stumble upon the sister company as we were strolling around in Belltown. Really cute interior with cozy wooden booths reminiscent of street vendors in Southeast Asia. Nasi Lemak comes in generous portion and for the protein you can choose either chicken curry or beef rendang. (5/5) We also tried Rusuk Kedai which is ribs marinated with sweetened soy sauce with a little kick to it. (4/5) Roti jala comes with chicken curry dipping and is large enough for sharing with 3-4 people. (4/5) Teh Tarik is good but a bit too milky and can be stronger. (3/5) Kedai Sling is a version of Singapore Sling, refreshing on a warm summer day. A bit too sweet for my liking and can use a bit more punch. (3.5/5) Food came out quickly, friendly staff, but you may need to flag them down for attention. Overall a really nice place to have an authentic Malaysian meal and would stop by again if I'm in the area.

Pros -can't think of one…read moreCons -automatic 18% tip despite service being subpar -the laksa was mostly noodle and barely any soup it was utterly disgusting -the nasi lemak was horrible the rice was super sweet it was inedible Rating 3/10

I had an amazing first experience with Malaysian food at Reunion Malaysian Cafe + Kitchen in…read moreKirkland! Since I'd never tried this cuisine before, the staff were super sweet and helped me navigate the menu. They suggested the Beef Rendang with Roti Canai, and it was delicious. The beef was incredibly tender and flavorful, and that flaky 'bread thing' (the Roti) was perfect for dipping. It's a cozy, family-run spot where the service really makes you feel welcome. If you're a first-timer like me, don't be afraid to ask for help..they'll point you toward something great!

I've been to reunion a few times. I always forget they don't have complimentary water. I got their…read moredrinks before but this time I just ate my food without water. I was a bit disappointed with the portion of my Nasi Lemak with Pork Belly seasonal dish. The rice took up most of the dish. For the price it seemed a small proportion. No one raved about the food as we ate either. I forgot to ask everyone's opinions. The decoration was cute and almost like a hostel with all the Malaysian and USA flags. The staff was very kind and friendly.

Great place to get dinner with a friend and it wasn't packed on a weeknight. The chef was also…read moreserving us and he was so friendly and welcoming. The mango salad was good - very fresh, a good balance of fish-based sauce, and a huge portion. I also tried my friend's duck curry, which had a crispy skin and was a well balanced curry. The drinks here are fun too. I had the pandan cream cocktail and it was incredibly flavorful and I could tell they used real pandan. Service was a bit slow though. It was a Wednesday evening and there weren't a ton of customers. However I'd still highly recommend you give this place a try!

I was waiting for the bar next-door to open because I forgot my cell phone there. I stumbled into…read moreKalabaw by accident.. I was just window shopping on what type of Thai food they had. I walked in and decided to give them a shot. Try something easy ..I got the wonton soup with egg noodles.. the broth was umami and garlicky, and warmed up my soul. The wontons were nice and tender, flavored with shrimp and pork. It was like a warm hug. Hit the spot! Second, I ordered the crispy spicy fish. It was an extraordinary presentation even my Chef friend was delighted to see the culinary expertise of the Chef. And it was also very reasonably priced. The service was excellent. They were very welcoming. The decor of the restaurant is super upscale. It looks like a fancy club. This would be a great place to bring a first date. Overall I was super impressed and very happy that I stumbled into this delicious restaurant. 10/10

Pros: tasty food, big portions, ample seatings, easy parking, service is attentive…read more Cons: I'm not from Malaysia and I'm not an expert on Malay cuisine, but from what I remembered I thought Malay food should be more flavorful. I thought the food here tastes milder than the food I had in Malaysia.

We try to come here early to beat the crowd as the wait staff is small compared to how busy they…read morecan get. We have our favorite dish but this time we were determined to order something else. For drinks: - Grass Jelly Juice - it was good but too sweet for me. I added water to dilute the sweetness. - Sour Plum Lime Spritzer - My companion liked this. It was too tart for me, but maybe because I already started drinking the Grass Jelly Juice. For our main: - Curry Laksa - Rich coconut curry sop with fish balls, fish tofu, fried tofu, shrimp, hard-boiled egg and bean sprouts. Surprisingly, the curry was mild. It was good, but I've had better Laksa elsewhere. - Pineapple Fried Rice - Egg, shrimp, chicken, fresh pineapple, onions, peas and carrots. Topped with dried pork floss. Very flavorful! - Nyonya Fish Fillet - Golden fried Dover Sole fish fillet, diced onions, bell peppers, curry leaves tossed in a lemongrass curry paste. This was so delicious! The fish was tender, cooked just right and the sauce was so tasty! - Eggplants Okra Black Bean Sauce - Eggplants and okra in a garlic black bean sauce. There were more eggplant than okra but I was fine with it since the eggplant was very tasty and went well with the black bean sauce. The few okra on the dish were a bit tough, but the flavor was good. Servers are always friendly, but as mentioned because they have a small staff, you have to be a bit assertive in waiving them down or be patient to wait.

Great ramen and short wait! I got the vegetarian miso ramen and it was delicious. It's a hearty…read moreportion size and the broth was lovely. They also have free packs of handmade noodles by the ordering kiosk that you can take home. A very cute restaurant I'd recommend if you're walking around in the Fremont/Wallingford area.

I've been to the Cap Hill location and thought it was ok, so I came here hoping this location would…read morebe better. The space is definitely bigger. We sat outside because it was a beautiful day. No one said hello when we walked in. Ordering is completely humanless at a kiosk. The workers do come out to bring your drinks and food to you. We bussed our own table at the end. There was no way to tip at the kiosk so I'm guessing that's why the service is very minimal, which makes sense. We got: Mapo Tofu Ramen- I like mapo tofu. I like ramen. The presentation was beautiful. But somehow, the flavor of this fusion was just... ok. It had way too much salt. It tasted much like mapo tofu even with the numbing spices and all, but it didn't taste anything like ramen. I can't really explain it. It just didn't flow well. In summary, unappealing as a ramen, too salty. Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich- This was delicious, but not enough chicken! It seemed like a third of our chicken patty was the crispy breading. Very disappointed in that. Also, the creamy sesame sauce it comes with, while delicious, didn't really go with the flavors of the sandwich. Sake- Don't remember what kind but I think it was a simple one. Came out in a sake set (the little pitcher and two cups), which was cool. Lychee Beer- Onmgah this was good, but it was like juice. A little too sweet. But hey, great for people who like a sweet fruity beer. So... I definitely like the space here better than Cap Hill. Food & drinks were overall a mix of delicious and ok.

Did I come on an off night? My husband ordered the…read morelemongrass beef and I ordered the brisket pho. It took 20 minutes for my husband's lemongrass beef to come out and it was cold. Then, 5 minutes later my pho arrived. I've never waited 25 minutes for pho ever in my life. The noodles were also thick which might be great for some but I prefer the thin rice vermicelli. Some of the brisket was tough and hard to chew. There was also part of an onion skin in my soup. I don't think I'll be trying this joint again.

A great surprise. Small, casual restaurant about a mile from Kubota Garden in Skyway. Fresh…read moreingredients, interesting menu, nice people, clean restaurant. We had a great lunch. I had the chicken satay plate. Delicious! The chicken had a great flavor and loved it with the pickled veg, fried bits of onion, and that addictive sauce. I enjoyed the egg and rice, though I would have loved the yolk to be runny not cooked hard. Others ordered the bahn mi. One chicken satay and one vegan. Great sandwiches and a good value. A little different than what we've had before but tasty. Might have enjoyed a little more pickled veg on them. I wish I was in this area more often. I'd love to try more things on the menu!

I'm glad I finally got to try Reckless Noodle! I don't find myself outside the main Seattle areas…read moreoften, but Reckless Noodle was definitely worth the venture. The staff were all so welcoming and friendly, and even though their kitchen was backed up with orders, they did their best to serve us quickly and the food was still top notch. The marine-like atmosphere was also fun and made dinner really casual and enjoyable. We got some of the best sellers, the bo la lot, the ma la beef cheek noodles, and the Hokkien wok noodles, and they were all a hit. I enjoyed the different Asian-fusion dishes they had from different cultures as well as their wide selection of drinks. The dishes were all very rich and flavorful, and you get a good amount to share for the price. It was the perfect place to eat while chatting and catching up with a friend. I really enjoyed my meal here and will definitely make the trip out here again.

Well played! The…read morefour of us used the waitlist process to get a table and it worked flawlessly. We encountered very friendly staff upon arrival/seating. As mentioned in other reviews, we also experienced a unique and relaxed atmosphere. They had some good local draft options to get started - which is good. We ordered the Bo La Lot Grilled Beed in Betel Leaf for an appetizer and we loved the combination of ingredients and taste. Our brides ordered the Chaca La Vong Wok Seared Tumeric Rockfish and they both enjoyed it. My son ordered the Pad Kee Mao and I went with the Reckless Fried Rice and we both devoured them! Our waitress (her name wasn't on the receipt) was outstanding....super friendly and patient with all of our questions regarding the menu.

We took a friend who was visiting from Florida here and it was the perfect place to show her the…read moregorgeous view of downtown! You order at a desk and sit down with a buzzer. The line looked pretty long but moved quite quickly, and food was ready fast too! I really liked the tofu in my kimchi fried rice, and my partner liked the fish and chips. The side of slaw left something to be desired- it was pretty flavorless, almost like they forgot to put dressing on it. The highlight if this place is definitely the view!

I absolutely love Marination Ma Kai and think this west seattle location is noticeably better than…read morethe downtown one. The price to quality ratio is what really makes this hit. It's one of the ideal fast casual places to take people on a budget. It's Hawaiian Korean fusion, but I struggle to leave the Korean section of the menu. I can't not get the Kimchi Fried Rice with spicy pork every time I go. The fries with kahlua pork on top are really good too.