Rasa is a great spot for Malaysian food, and they make great hot toddy's! The food was great and the service was friendly. I loved the roti canai (my favorite!) and the dipping sauce was delicious! I would definitely come back here to try more dishes in the future. read more

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Decent Malaysian restaurant. I came on a weekend and it was not crowded at all. There are lots of tables for big and small parties. The staff was super helpful in recommending what to order. The menu was pretty large and had a variety of Malaysian and Thai food. I ordered the Hainanese chicken which was good but not my favorite. It only came with 5 pieces of chicken, rice, and a soup. It was not super big to share with other people. I also ordered the seafood claypot which had shrimp and squid and some glass noodles. This was also not my favorite dish but not too bad. My favorite dish we ordered was the rendang beef for $28. It came with a lot of beef and was seasoned well. It also came with a good amount of rice. This was pretty large so very good for sharing with others. I also ordered the Malaysian combo which has a good mix of appetizers for everyone! If you're in the mood for some Malaysian food and in the area then I would recommend coming here. However, I wouldn't go out of your way to come here. read more

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After a really hot day at the farmer's market, we decided to head to 8th St for a late lunch. Most of the restaurants were closed till dinner so we were happy to see that Rasa had tables outside. First thing I ordered was the Thai iced tea. If you get this wrong then I'm more careful ordering the rest of my meal. They perfected it and it was hard to stop at one so we had two. We will work it off later. ;) Now that we had the green light that their food might actually be good, we decided on the roti chanai, wonton soup, chicken satay skewers and the Malay Hokkien Mee. I can honestly tell you that everything was superb. I usually don't love everything I order at Asian restaurants because it might be too fishy flavored or too greasy but this placed nailed. The chicken satay came with plenty of peanut sweet sauce and the chicken was well spiced. The wonton soup for being such a simple broth had a flavorful bite. The roti chanai had a juicy piece of chicken and the sauce was delicious. The Malay Hokkien Mee was ordered at the spur of the moment as I saw the entree being delivered to the next table. I said yes to the add on shrimp even though I'm not a big shrimp fan but it looked really good. The size of the shrimp was larger than the usual restaurant shrimp. That was a pleasant surprise. I would definitely suggest that you eat here if you like Thai, Vietnamese, and Malaysian food. You'll be treated with kindness as well as great service! Outdoor seating. 6 tables so come early or reserve. Take out and delivery. I give it 5 stars. Yumm read more

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Stopped by for dinner. It was past 9 PM and they were getting ready to close the kitchen. We were glad we found this place. The food was very good snd the service was friendly We hit the Rendang beef and a noodle with chicken plus potato puff appetizers. The beef was my favorite, very flavorful and tender. The spice level was perfect, not too spicy and not bland. A must try!!! read more

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We had a party of six, we over order, get to try so many dishes. I can't say I like any dishes. All fried dishes was all batter, calamari and soft shell crab, can barely taste the ingredients! Hunan chicken was the driest I ever had in an Asian restaurant. Sautéed water spinach was Way too salty. The only enjoyable thing www dessert, mango with sticky rice. This place is not a repeat for us! read more

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Was walking around on 8th, passed by Rasa a few times and always occurred to me as a bit odd but nicely surprising to find a Singaporean/Malay spot in the west village. This time I decided to walk in on a late Sunday evening. Service was warm enough and I was seated immediately. I ordered the beed rendang with rice for my entree. As the national fish of Malaysia it's a pretty good indicator of the the degree of "authenticity" one can expect in the cuisine at an establishment. Happy to report that the rendang passed the "need rendang but not mush else around" taste test. Docking a star because the portion sizes were pretty tiny - I know, I know this is in the west village and what not but a little bit more rice and curry wouldn't be too bad :) Secondly, I've had rendang jn Singapore and elsewhere in the world and this was a bit more sweeter than I'm used to. Clearly optimized to suit local taste (read white people taste). I think in 2020 ethnic restaurants need to start owning their delicious cuisines and not bastardize in the slightest to suit anyone's tastes. Ofcourse this won't happen overnight. Overall I'm delighted this spot exists in a sea of Italian and French places in the west village. read more

Rasa - Rendang Beef with rice - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

Get the Roti Canai appetizer!! Delicious, hot and fresh roti bread with a tasty sauce. I only wish it was bigger. The shrimp shumai appetizer was pretty good, little shrimp shumai dumplings with dipping sauce. I think the apps aren't as big because the main courses are quite large and filling. I got the Massaman Curry tofu and vegetables with rice . The potatoes and carrots are cut kind of big but the sauce is tasty and I love Massaman Curry! Next time I might get a noodle dish. My friend got the Drunken Noodles with tofu and vegetables. It had a nice earthy flavor. I also had a Lychee Mojito with a lychee right in the drink. It was tasty but not too strong for $13 . You could definitely drink a couple of these . Also they were constantly clearing the tables off here which is cool . Staff are really good. Price is right too .if you're on 8th between 5th and 6th it's a great spot . read more

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I live in Boston and came here just to order take out as I was feeling super homesick.... The staff are so super friendly, we came around 3/4pm on a Friday and we're given (free) teh tarik while we waited for our order. The food was pretty good. I wasn't blown away as I'm used to tasting a lot more spices (flavor, not heat!) from my family's cooking. But that could just be me!! Still a worthy stop though read more

I went here with a group of 9 people for lunch, and indeed Rasa works well for large groups, whether the occasion is formal or less so. The menu is large, and you are likely to spend a few minutes figuring out what to order. Be like my friend and ask the waiter their recommendation, or be like me and trust your gut, and go with a lamb curry! It doesn't quite feel like an adventurous choice. Might even be "basic" as some would put it. But I certainly did not regret ordering what ended being a delicious curry. The lamb is well cooked and delicate, not too chewy/hard. The accompanying curry is really good too. However, it is a bit of an expensive dish at $20, especially considering it is lunchtime. The hot ginger tea here is a nice drink to have while eating. It is already sweetened, however, so do keep that in mind. read more

Rasa - Hot Ginger Tea - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

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The people are kind, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is really amazing. We were walking around the west village and Rasa beckoned us with a wafting smell of spices and mouth watering flavors. No joke the scent alone was enough to base this 5 star review on. The staff was so patient and helpful, answering all of our questions about the menu (they even helped me look for an earring I'd dropped for maybe 25 minutes so really above and beyond). We ordered the shumai appetizer which was pretty normal. The drunken noodles were so flavorful and thick. The squid with it was perfectly cooked (not too chewy) and a really good call. Squid as a protein is the move. The curry laksa was out of this world. The chicken was perfect and the tofu was heavenly. The broth was perhaps the most flavorful I'd had and the noodles tied everything together perfectly. I went yesterday and am already planning my next visit. Something noteworthy: one version of their laksa is greatly loved by late chef Anthony Bourdain, which was so cool to read. Overall really incredible meal and not a place to miss. read more

Rasa - Drunken Noodles - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

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Malaysian food near Washington Square Park. Not a super crazy area which is nice! Ordered the sarawak laksa because it seemed so unique! It was delicious - very flavorful with a slight kick. Their laksas and food in general are on the pricier side - the laksa was $20. Also ordered a pineapple fried rice which was great as well. Their portions are a good size. I saw that they had lunch specials so would definitely want to go back for that. read more

I feel like i have been deprived of good Malaysian food in my younger years, no longer will that be the case! Ordered a pitcher of passionfruit daiquiri and roti canai to start. It was so flakey and buttery, the curry sauce was also surprisingly a little spicy. Beef massaman curry was outstanding, the beef was cooked perfectly and still tender. The curry sauce was smooth, savory and perfectly spiced. Dessert was pretty unqiue. We ordered the durian ice cream but the durian came fried in a shell that was very similar spanakopita or tiropita dough (Filo dough). A relief came over me as when biting into the dessert the durian had not overpowered the ice cream flavor and made for a tasty post meal treat. Lastly, the restaurant is pretty spacious for a joint in NY, we were able to get a seat on a Saturday night no problem. read more

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My friend and I ducked into Rasa last minute without a reservation on Sunday evening and got seated immediately. Will caveat that it was still pretty busy by 8pm. We ordered the roti canai (SO GOOD), Nasi lemak, and mee goreng to share. Mee goreng was average in the grand scheme of things, but the other two dishes were phenomenal. Flavorful, rich, and fulfilling without being too overpowering. Definitely a great place to go if you're starving like we were. **One thing I'd note is that they automatically added 20% gratuity for our party of two because of how busy it was for the Pride parade... not sure how ethical that was given they didn't bother to tell us and still presented us the option to tip, which we would've had we not checked the receipt. Had to ding the rating because of that. read more

Rasa - Nasi Lemak - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

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A place to go if you want really good roti canai. We got three orders of it. Great food overall. Wish the noodles were a larger portion. Good vibes inside read more

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The food and portion over all could be better. I think it's a great place if friends need halal but it could be better read more

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Rasa is home to some of the best Malaysian food I've had in the city! I've come here at least 5 times over the last few years, this review is so overdue. To start, the service here is awesome. Everyone that works here is always kind and welcoming. They take reservations over the phone and they're always so accommodating of large groups and any last min time changes. The last time I was here for a friend's birthday they offered us drinks at the bar while we waited for our table. They were SO fast in constantly bringing out drinks for our large group of 12 people. The food was excellent, as always! The maggi mee goreng is my personal favorite. The roti canai here is the best in the city - so perfectly soft and flakey and comes with a delicious dipping sauce. Make sure to give Rasa a try, you'll love it! read more

Rasa - Murtabak Pancake - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

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Food was exceptional! Food smelled so good, I forgot to take pics. And the chili along with the char kway teow was on point. read more

Rasa - Food was exceptional! Food smelled so good, I forgot to take pics. And the chili along with the char kway teow was on point. - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

I was really intrigued when I saw photos of their blue rice, I knew I had to try it. Nasi Kerabu with Fried Chicken- Some parts of the dish were a bit different from the menu, but I didn't mind. They added sweet fried anchovies which were delicious. The blue rice had a hint of sweetness to it, the taste reminded me of sticky rice. The fried chicken was delicious and came with satay dipping sauce on the side. The salted egg had a surprisingly pleasant taste, it wasn't too salty. This dish exceeded my expectations. ($19) The Nasi Kerabu is definitely worth a try. read more

Rasa - Nasi Kerabu with fried chicken - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

I wanted to love Rasa, I really did. Some of it is perfect - the roti canai is so good, even though it's pretty small! I could eat 10. But the nasi kerabu and laksa leave something to be desired in terms of spice and flavor - both were quite bland and I'd have expected more from a Malaysian restaurant. Even having spice options available would have been lovely! But overall they're very kind and I highly recommend dishes like the roti - just be prepared to have dishes that aren't super spicy. read more

Rasa - Nasi Kerabu - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

I've been wanting to try Malaysian food for a while and wasn't disappointed. I had the calamari and Sarawak Laksa and it was full of flavor and perfect for a cold day. I wish there was more seating, especially since we had been seated near the door so there was a draft. The service was good but could've been better as one of my party ordered food to go and it wasn't ever followed up with. read more

Rasa - Sarawak Laksa - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

First and foremost, if you're going to come during rush hours then make a reservation in advance. You'll thank me for that one. With that being said, Rasa is a combo Indo-Malay/Singaporean restaurant serving up some halal classic you'll be hard pressed to find exactly like this. Service is solid, with multiple waiters and bussing staff coming around to check on and help you. Just wish they were a little more knowledgeable on explaining the menu and each dish. Food here was enjoyable and reminded a lot of what I used to eat in Asia, especially in the visual aspect. I wouldn't bother with the appetizers as they're pretty average and overpriced, but definitely check out classics like the Beef Rendang and crowd pleasers you won't see elsewhere like the Nasi Kerabu. Worth a couple trips to get a good breadth of their offerings. Overall, definitely come expecting Manhattan prices with the space to match. But for a nice night out with friends or family, it's definitely worth checking out! read more

Awesome ambiance and a great place. Came here with some friends on Thursday and was not disappointed! Service was excellent and staff was helpful in finding dishes we would like despite being new to the cuisine We ordered the Hainese chicken, a noodle dish, and the fried rice with shrimp. The chicken was cooked well and the sauces were very flavorful. The noodles were also super flavorful and the shrimp it came with was great. Fried rice was excellent and I like that it came with a fried egg on top. Overall will come back to this place and definitely recommend! read more

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I used to eat here before the pandemic but haven't been back since. This review is primarily based on my experiences from then, but I imagine it would be pretty similar now. Prior to COVID, the prices here were already quite high-- most entrees were north of $20. While this is typical of many higher-end restaurants in the city, I didn't notice anything super special about the atmosphere, service, or food. Staff were quite friendly though, and the dim but pleasant lighting gave off a calming vibe. Since I don't remember anything outstanding or special about the restaurant, I gave it a malaise 3 stars. The only two things I remember well are that my favorite dish was the Salmon teriyaki (which is not even Malaysian or Indonesian) and that the place seemed to be going downhill in terms of quality before I stopped going. read more

Rasa is one of my favorite spots in New York and during my freshman year of college, I went every month. It's in a super convenient spot right by Washington Square Park. The owner, Camie, is very nice and remembered my friend group. She'd often treat us to complimentary dessert or drinks because we went so often. My favorites here are the beef rendang, laksa, and mee goreng although everything I've tried here is delicious. My friends and I also liked the teas and milo drinks. The laksa here is by far the best laksa I've had. It's packed with flavor and the broth itself is a good mix of spicy, savory, and creamy. The ambience here is quite nice as well and the food is reasonably priced, so it's a great spot for dates or hanging out with friends. read more

Went in here on a whim because we needed someplace fast to eat and that would accommodate children. All I can say is this place is full of yummyness. The pineapple rice with shrimp, the massaman curry, the Sarawak Laksa...just the deliciousness of everything here! Customer service is fast and prompt and attentive. They also bring the food out very fast! I think we ended up with two orders of the pineapple rice with shrimp because it was that delicious (and my girls loved it). They also had delicious lemonade and this great Lychee drink. I would definitely come back and definitely enjoyed the flavor of everything. read more

Rasa - Masan an curry - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

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The food reminds me of what I had in Singapore hawker center for years. I don't know why they combine Thai and Malaysian/Singaporean food in one menu. Is it because people don't know much about Malaysian food? They are missing out then... We got Hokkian Prawn Noodle Soup and Beehoon Goreng. The prawn noodle soup is a little salty but probably because they want to give me a dried noodle version? Love the kang kung and bean sprout. If only they gave me half a kalamasi then it will be 100% authentic. Beehoon goren is great with wok burned flavor. I will try the Penang Laksa and Prata next time. Thank you for bringing the authentic Malaysian/Singaporean flavor to this city. read more

Came here for a early weekday dinner. In the beginning it was just us but the place slowly started filling. At first, they check your temperature and make you fill out your details in a form. The decor is decent and has a good spacing between tables. Their menu is vast with Thai, Singapore, Malay and Chinese cuisines. We went for Murtabak Pancake which is minced beef pancake and curry. When we told our server that we loved the curry, she gave us another bowl of the curry.So thoughtful! We also had Singapore noodles and Rendang beef. I would give more points to the rendang beef cause it was on point. Super tender and moist. The curry had a hint of lemongrass, coconut, sweet and spicy flavor. It was definitely our favorite. Overall good food, good service but a little on a pricey side. read more

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Best Malaysian Satay & Rendang. Hometown fixed in NYC Food 5/5 Food here reminds me of home. The satay especially! Damnnnnnn! So far it's the best I've had in NYC. Definitely a must try if you visit. The rendang too, tender beef with savory sauce, accompanied with blue rice (traditionally dyed using a blue flower). Ordered their appetizer wings this visit to go and it sure live up to expectations. Crunchy yet juicy chicken, beautifully seasoned with curry powder. Service 5/5 Malaysia is known for their hospitality and it is the same here. Service is always top notch everytime we visit. Smiles, friendly and so very helpful! Everyone is wearing mask and following covid protocols Ambiance 5/5 Cozy lit interior, minimalist design, rustic, cozy. Outdoor tent available for outdoor dining. A great joint for Malaysian food! read more

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I've been to this place several times before but I definitely wanted to check it out again & I must say that every visit has been a good experience: Food: Are usually opt for the basic items on the menu such as pad Thai but I decided to be a little bit more experimental this time and get the traditional dishes such as Nasi Kerabu and Nasi Lemak. The blue and green rice is so beautiful and in case you're wondering what it taste like it's not a bowl taste like I would say there's a hint of flavor to it, but nothing overwhelming. The fried chicken in the Nasi Kerabu is so freaking good it's the same seasoning they use for their Malay wings which I also really recommend! For the appetizers I got the curry puffs, chicken satay, and roti Telur. I especially like there's chicken satay because it comes with a lot of peanut sauce and peanuts on top as well which I think is an excellent touch. Drinks: I got the lychee and mango mocktails which were both so refreshing!! Those two flavors went really well with the food. At the end of the meal I also got to try the Yuzu tea which is a beautiful purple tea that is really healthy for you and I have to say that I really liked it even though I'm not a big tea fan. I highly recommend that you try it!!! Ambiance: The restaurant is relieve cute and they have a nice outdoor set up as well. The walls have traditional clothing hung up which I think is a great touch. They also have a lot of separators so the social distancing protocols are on point. Service: oh my God their service is so on point like I have never been treated so well in a restaurant as I have been here. The staff is amazing! read more

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Friendly and prompt service, great food and casual ambience. We tried roti kanai, summer rolls, chicken sambal, and shrimp goreng noodles. All of them tasted great! Nicely balanced food. We had Onde Onde for dessert; warm on the inside, coconutty outside; it was great. read more

Rasa - Dessert; Onde Onde - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

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I love this local place. Very fresh and clean food with lots of spice. They are always willing to customize to match my diet. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Similar to most other restaurants in the area, they've needed to increase their prices due to increasing costs. While this has reduced the amount that I eat there, it hasnt kept me away. Fan favorites: fish stew, any of the curries, curry chicken wings, lettuce wraps. read more

Came here to refuel during the pride parade and honestly it was my best restaurant experience in a long time. They were so kind to us despite our lack of pants and were so attentive and quick! Our wine came out in less than 2 minutes at a perfect temperature and our food came out shortly thereafter. Everything was delicious and even the bus boy was in an amazing mood. It really made our day! I don't eat meat but the chicken wings looked fire. Also, get the rose. She paired well with everything we ate. I can't wait to come back because I have decided I *need* to get through every noodle dish on this menu. read more

Came here on a Friday night around 5:45PM, pretty empty, was seated immediately. Waited for my friend for a while, owner ended up coming to chat with me for a bit, super friendly. Got the murtabak, Sarawak laksa, and chow kuew tieu with beef. Everything was super tasty and flavorful, and I've never had Sarawak laksa before. Noodles were awesome (I got flat rice noodles with it), and the soup was really flavorful and bold. Shrimp was fresh and there were quite a few, really enjoyed it. Chow kuew tieu flavor was good and murtabak came out hot. Curry sauce was tasty too. Really enjoyed the meal. Their credit card machine was broken though and we didn't have cash, I don't have a phone, and my friend ended up Venmo'ing them. That was a bit of a mishap but a good experience otherwise! Meal was almost $60 post-tax pre-tip, good amount of food though. read more

One of my all-time favorite restaurants in the city! Every time I have family or friends in town I bring them to Rasa and many times my husband and I default to Rasa as well haha. They have a mix of Malaysian and Thai cuisine, ample seating both inside and out and very friendly staff and owners! Our go-to faves are: - Roti Canai - definitely a must get appetizer - Chicken Satay - just an FYI, they put the peanut sauce on top - Sambal Shrimp - great flavor and big shrimp! - Malay Hokkien Mee - Udon noodles in a brown sauce with bok choy and your choice of meat. I love love love these every time! - Penang Assam Laksa - I don't get this every time but it's pretty good! My sister craves it all the way from Houston as it is very traditional and close to the laksa she's actually had in Southeast Asia. The broth is fishy but very flavorful, I love the pineapples in it, and the noodles are delicious. - I've also tried their drunken noodles and pad see ew which were good! Rasa has proved time and again that they excel at Malaysian cuisine. The fact that it's halal makes it even better and it's a must on any trip to NYC and Manhattan! read more

Had a lovely time at Rasa over the weekend. Enjoyed sitting outside in the warmer NY weather. Restaurants in NYC have outdone themselves with the cosy nature of the outdoor seating & Rasa is a good example. The appetizers very very good here - definitely try the chicken satay which is probably the tenderest I've had outside Singapore. The Teh Tarik brought back memories of tea served in hawker centers back in Singapore - strong, sweet but not too milky. The nasi lemak was fine but I've definitely had better in Flushing. All in all a good alternative to the regular Malaysian restaurants we frequent. read more

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Consistently great for dinner! We have been going here for years and the food is always amazing. We always order similar dishes when we come here and so far I'm just going to list our favorite dishes here. For appetizers, we usually get the lettuce wrap which is served with ground chicken marinated and cooked in soy sauce. The roti canai is also a must have which is a thin pancake served with chicken curry. For the main dishes, we usually get some type of curry soup. This time we tried the seafood curry and it tasted like mild Tom yum soup and was delicious. We always get beef rendang which is grilled beef marinated in coconut milk and curry. I think it's the best dish at this restaurant. They also have a small collection of wines and beers. The staff is always nice and there is usually very little or no wait on weekdays to grab a table for 2. read more

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Food is Absolutely delicious, great service and atmosphere. Crispy calamari was my favorite dish, and the Roti with curry was to die for. read more

Rasa - The crispy Calamari is so DELICIOUS. Everything was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this place. - Malaysian Near Me - New York, New York

We came for here for lunch yesterday not expecting much. This is more a bistro. Thanks to the kitchen staff and the waiter who advised us wisely. All dishes we ordered were fantastic. In food there are few key elements that separate a good meal from a great one. The Icechang could have been sweeter but the waiter quickly recognised and brought us a molasses sauce to pour over. read more

I went to this place in less than two weeks after visiting another Malaysian restaurant in Seattle (Kedai Mekan). My standards were pretty high. From the time we were waiting service was excellent. Lucy, our server is the absolute best. Anyway, let's get my disappointments out of the way. Was desperately searching for Roti jala and Roti babi on the menu. But rasa promises Malay, sushi and Thai so the menu is pretty expensive anyway. If they start making those things I might start going there every month ;) We started off with some lycheetinis which were pretty good. It goes well with spicy food. We ordered level 5 spicy on all our foods. Started off with the Roti canai and Roti telur. Both were Kerala paratha of sorts that came with lamb curry and egg inside respectively. We also ordered the Rasa tapas- in retrospect we should have just gotten the curry puffs. Penang Assam laksa- sorry not for me. My friends loved it though. Mee goreng- likes it a lot. Nice flavors. Crispy fried chili chicken- what an amazing dish!!! Definitely going back for this. Rendang beef- please do order this. Beef and lemongrass together go so well I had no idea. I believe I had one too many lycheetinis to remember what our 5th order (some kind of noodle that was spicy and absolutely delicious) was but there was some coconut dessert that Lucy brought us. It was okay :) there were some green gel-o type things. Yes I am going back. If anything just to see Lucy again and for that chicken and beef ;) had the most wonderful time. You can be loud and have a great time- it's that kind of place :) read more

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How it looks is more appealing than how it actually tastes. I had high expectations just because I heard many good things about it. We ordered a lot but it was all pretty mediocre. What we got: + Chicken Satay: |4/5| Probably the best dish of the night and it was our appetizer! We got this first so sets the bar high too + Thai iced tea: |4/5| pretty good drink, would get this again + Seafood clay pot: |3/5| This was mediocre nothing special with the curry. It was also pretty small portion + Sarawak Laksa: |3/5| had extremely high expectations from this dish because they stated that Anthony Bourdain recommended it +Hainanese chicken: |1/5| This was the most disappointing dish due to how dry and tough the chicken was. And it tasted mainly like sesame oil + Ice Chendol: |3.5/5| Not bad here Would probably recommend the small eats over than the entrees! read more

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