This was my first experience with Malaysian food, and it was a positive one! I ordered via Uber Eats and wanted to try several things, so I got the Roti Canai, Chicken Satay, Char Kway Teow, and Curry Laksa. Roti Canai - Absolutely delicious. The flaky, layered roti was soft and delicate. The curry sauce to dip it in was tangy, a bit spicy, and very flavorful. The Roti was the perfect vehicle for the curry, as it absorbed into the layers of the Roti and didnt just fall off. The curry was pretty thin, so I wasnt sure how well the Roti would pick it up. Chicken Satay - This was the only "okay" item, and is also the only item that I have had before. The chicken was a bit dry and it lacked a bit in flavor, but it came off the skewer easily and was still pretty tender. Nothing wrong with it, just not special. I loved the peanut sauce, though, and I liked that it had the pieces of peanuts in it because it gave a nice texture. It was also a pretty good amount - 4 skewers and the chicken was meaty. Char Kway Teow - Very good, ultimate comfort food. The rice noodles were so chewy (im the best way). They absorbed the sauce really well, which was savory. And they had a sort-of smoky flavor to them, which was unexpected but good. I ordered mine with chicken, which was very tender and flavorful. I would have liked a bit more sauce to enhance the flavor because the rice noodles really absorbed it all, but i also am a sauce girl so thats just personal preference. Very good reheated as leftovers, too. Curry Laksa - Favorite dish. The curry broth is savory, spicy, and slightly oily (not in a bad way). I loved the texture contrast between the softer/chewier egg noodles and the rice noodles. The tofu was spring and really absorbed the curry, so it was very flavorful. Same with the chicken that I got in mine. The bean sprouts added a bit of a crunch, which was nice. I can see this being my go-to for a rainy day or if Im sick. It was almost even better as leftovers because the flavors melted even more. As I got this delivered, I cant speak to the restaurant/customer service experience. I can say that, while it took a while to get my food (just over an hour after ordering, which aligned with the ETA), everything arrived still piping hot. The portions were also generous, and I wound up with about 3 good sized meals from my order. As I haven't had Malaysian food before, I also have no point of reference in comparison to other Malaysian spots and can't speak to how "traditional" the dishes were. What I do know is that I loved the food, and I look forward to going to Satay Club in person sometime. I definitely recommend this to others! read more

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No clue why this place has less than 4 stars!!! This is the only Malaysian restaurant in DC, and they serve such yummy, authentic food. They also have AWESOME lunch deals that you can even redeem on weekends too ($14 for an entrée + soup on the side). The roti canai was so delicious. Must-order appetizer. The flatbread is super flaky, and the curry dipping sauce is SO good. A bit oily and messy when handling and ripping the bread but still awesome. The char kway teow is also a must. Stir-fried wide rice noodles with your choice of protein, bean sprouts, and Chinese broccoli. It kind of reminds me of chow fun, but it's even more savory and just so well made. The laksa (curry noodle soup) was okay. It was a little bland for me, and the noodles soaked up a lot of the broth, so by the end my soup had basically disappeared. And for dessert.... The chendol!!!! This is the only place I've seen selling chendol in the DMV. So yummy. I do wish they used palm sugar instead of brown sugar, and I wish the shaved ice was a little finer, but it still satisfied a craving I've been chasing for a while. I will DEFINITELY be back. read more

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Worth the drive into DC from Virginia! Delicious authentic Singaporean and Malaysian dishes! Good service and selection of dishes. Feedback- fix the AC, use dark curtains/shades to block sun and summer heat. read more

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Super cute little gem for Malaysian food in DC! The food was lovely, particularly love their sambal. The nasi lemak was so so good! For dessert, I loved the fried banana. The staff were all very friendly as well! read more

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Great friendly service! I noticed a lot of the customers are locals. I've driven past this place countless times and my kids always said how great it is so I had to give it a try. We started with the crunchy salmon roll, it was ok. The miso ramen was great, didn't taste salty and artificial. My husband and daughter loved the general tso"s and noodle dish. I would definitely go again! read more

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I thought the food here was good. I liked the texture of the roti canai bread. It was crispy and moist. The curry laksa was good too but it was too spicy for me. The dipping sauce for the roti canai was also a bit spicy. The service was great though and they were accommodating of my dietary preferences. read more

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Place is bomb Nasi lemak 6/5 Truly commendable, the fried chicken was good.. the Sambsl shrimp was great, the coconut rice was bomb. Satay was great Chicken satay 5/5 Delicious.. tender .. tasty Curry laksa 3/5 Missing key ingredients: the fish balls... and they put green beans in it .. what ??? Soup tasted yeah regular. Nothing to write about Roti canai 5/5 Great. No complains Chao kuay Tiao 5/5 The wok hei was great.. but the noodles were way too soft. read more

This place has everything. The service is fast, attentive, and honestly the level of service I expect at a 3-star Michelin restaurant. Your water will never be empty, plates are immediately cleared away, and you will always feel noticed. Lively and calm atmosphere too. The food here is amongst the world's best. I've been to Satay Street in Singapore, random night markets in Malaysia. The Satay here is comparable and even beats some of the stuff I've had over there. Get their #1, the curry laksa. Their prices are really cheap (especially for DC prices), and count your blessings if you're able to find street parking for. Come here for the best food in DC. read more

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This is our go to place for good Malaysian food! We have been coming here for many years now and the food and experience never disappoints us. The staff is friendly and service is quick! Our favorite dishes are: Chicken satay Beef satay Roti Canai Fried Calamari Green Curry with Chicken Char Kway Teow My kids also love the Lychee Blaster The ambiance is casual and welcoming and the food experience is worth coming back for read more

Incredible authentic Malaysian cuisine! The Khao Soi was amazing! I was able to get it with tofu (vegetarian) and I was so happy. This place doesn't get enough hype, this was by the far the best meal we had while in DC. 100% recommend!! read more

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Amazing dinner at the Satay Club, a Singaporean/ Malaysian restaurant. We had fresh rolls, eggplant and tofu stir fry, char kway teow and roasted Hainanese chicken rice. YOU MUST CALL IN ADVANCE FOR CHICKEN RICE! This restaurant often caters for the Singapore embassy here. After living in Singapore for nearly 10 years this is the closest we've been able to find anywhere in the US. Highly recommend and we will be back. read more

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I was excited to get Malaysian food from here, but when I tried to order online for pickup, I noticed there weren't any options to adjust the spice level. I thus decided to get the pad thai as I was worried about getting a very spicy dish. I also noticed that I couldn't choose pork online, so I had to get the default chicken, even though there are other meats listed on the menu. The pad thai was a very ordinary dish, as to be expected. I liked how it came with both chicken and tofu. It was a large portion size, although I did finish it all. I found out later I was charged a $1 "support local" fee, which I did not notice when making the order. I'm sure their dine-in experience is different, but the online ordering system was not enjoyable to use, and I am confused what a "support local" fee is. Their food looks really good, and I would have liked to try a Malaysian dish if I could adjust the spice level. read more

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Most delicious fresh food, fast service, and community atmosphere with many regulars who hug the owners and staff. Love this place. Will be back. The ginger cabbage salad was soooo good! So was the green shrimp curry and fried dumplings with noodles. Love love this place. True joy. read more

The summer rolls were really good & fresh and the vegetarian steak was absolutely delicious. The pad see ew was just okay but it didn't have as much flavor as I was hoping for. Service was quick, and the staff was super kind and accommodating. The menu is also really expansive, so there's definitely something for everyone. read more

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A Malaysian colleague recommended this restaurant (supposedly the Singaporean and Malaysian embassy staff cater from here whenever there are events) and I ordered some food from delivery and loved it! Got the Nasi lemak and curry laksa (dishes I've seen on travel shows as national dishes) and very much enjoyed the food. Will definitely order more in the future. read more

First time here! We liked it, and recommend it. Food was delicious, fresh and seasoned just right! Service was prompted. No funny smells and attitude. read more

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Satay Club is a diamond in the rough. The food there had some of the most interesting and complex flavors I have ever had. On the strength of that alone, I will probably be back. But the restaurant misses the mark in almost every category from overall food quality, presentation, service and atmosphere. First the diamond part (the good stuff). For starters, I had the pancakes and dipping sauce. The dipping sauce flavor was exciting and unique, rich and unusual. I saved the leftover sauce because I wanted to finish it all like soup. However, the pancakes were greasy, really greasy. To call them pancakes is incorrect; they were really deep-fried dough that had not been adequately drained or dried. And, overall, the presentation was messy. For our main courses, we had 2 dishes. The first was Nasi Lemak - a combo plate of shrimp, chicken skewers, fried egg and deep, deep, deeply fried chicken. The flavors were exotic and the combination of ingredients was interesting. I liked it but did not love it. In particular, the chicken, while delicious and juicy inside, was deep fried. It is something that I think should be "de-cholesterolized" in some way for American audiences. The second main course was Rendang Beef. This dish had a wonderful sauce that was exotic and deep, with lots of spices that I am not familiar with. The sauce was great. The meat, however, seemed too stringy and cheap - like they bought a low cost cut of beef to save money. The beef got caught in my teeth like a big dog and was unpleasant. But oh that sauce was divine! The service was good. The server really spent some time with us, trying to help us select our order. We both appreciated her willingness to spend time helping us. But she was not overly friendly. Also, her descriptions of the dishes left out things like "this dish is deep fried." It was hard to get utensils and, when we did, one set was complete while the other was missing a fork. And it took a long time to get them anyway. The same with our drinks which were never re-filled. I think the owners and the servers have to put themselves in the mindset of people who are NOT at all familiar with the food being served. The descriptions need to be more detailed. When describing the food, the servers should be careful to explain HOW a dish is prepared, not just provide a presentation of the ingredients. The atmosphere and dining room were probably adequate - but nothing more - for a neighborhood restaurant. It is not a fancy place and that is okay. I probably wouldn't even mention this if the food had been 100% perfect. Will I go back to Satay Club? Probably. But, if I return, it will be as a much more cautious and focused diner. I will ask LOTS of questions about the dishes I am considering. I will stay away from anything beef. I will stay away from anything deep fried. The exotic, luxurious and complex sauces will be what I set my sights on. If I can find them, that will change this review from mediocre to really good. With a very little effort on their parts, Satay Club could change from a "diamond in the rough" to a true diamond!!! read more

Really great food if you get the right dishes. Ask the servers what they recommend. The Nasi Lemak is incredible. Service is super quick and it's a chill ambiance. Super friendly. Mango sticky rice is to die for. read more

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Okay spot, definitely hole in the wall but not impressive to me. No frills but not my favorite flavors.

This is my 'go-to' if I miss South East Asian food. I like everything I have tried so far: satay, kampung fried rice, nasi lemak, wonton noodle, mee goreng ....and definitely the signature chicken rice (need to order in advance). If I have a special occasion to celebrate, this is where I want to bring my VIP! Amy, Tony, Jane, Jyostna, Edmund, the team are amazing folks! - thank you for the warm hospitality, it is more than value for money when I eat here! Can't wait to return! read more

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Don't let the appearance fool you - this place has the best roti canai in the city!!! My heart is full the laksa was also delicious! Order a side of the crushed peanut with the laksa - you will not regret it. The service is absolutely amazing - very homely and warm. Definitely will be coming back!! read more

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I love everything I have tried here so far: satay (of course!), Nasi Lemak, chicken rice (3 times!), Kampung fried rice, Cantonese seafood Horfun. Within a period of 6-8 weeks, I have come here more times than going to the sandwich place where I live, in Fairfax. The food is authentic, so if like me, you are homesick and craved SE Asian food. The staff and owners are so friendly, and it is just a treat coming here. I recently had an event here, With more than 30 people, there is no fuss at all, Amy and her staff made things so easy for us and everyone had a great time! Thank you! This has become one of my favorite restaurants and certainly worth my journey here. Highly recommend! read more

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My friends and I all loved the dishes that we ordered. I got the lamb satay and wonton mee. Both were amazing and I'm craving them again! We also got the lychee drink and mango sticky rice, which were also great. read more

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We were in the neighborhood and tried to find a place for dinner and turned to Yelp. This place has a lower rating than I expected, but if you actually read the reviews of the food, in particular the Malaysian food, they are pretty good (ie some of the bad reviews have nothing to do with the food or service or anything really). This place has many Asian cuisines but really come here for the Malaysian food. The laksa was amazing and I really regret not getting the roti canal because tables around us were getting it and it looked really good. One of the tables near us was Malaysian and I overheard them complementing the food. The place is very reasonably priced and the service was excellent. I don't particularly love Makan (it's very overpriced for decent food), so I'm glad I have a place to get Malaysian food now. read more

This might be the worst tasting Thai food I have ever had. Bland, oily, tasteless. I tried the red snapper which was deep fried in a tasteless sauce, the drunken noodles also very bland, and the chicken lettuce wrap was too salty and inedible. read more

We got Satay Club delivered yesterday and were very disappointed, primarily with the lack of care that they gave while packaging our food to go. We ordered Malaysian curry, Thai fried rice, scallion pancakes, and two orders of vegetarian dumplings. The curry lid was not on securely and it leaked everywhere. The bag was dripping when I got it from the driver and dripped all over my floor and kitchen. It stained our hardwood floors. There wasn't much liquid left so the curry was basically marinated veggies and tofu. It also seeped into the fried rice, which made it difficult to enjoy as the spice level was an issue. The lid to the soy sauce container in one of the dumplings box looked like it had melted, so the soy sauce had entirely spilled out and soaked the bottom of the dumplings, making them inedible. Perhaps it was Uber Eats' app, but there were no descriptions for what kinds of things would be included in each dish, so there were some really surprising elements that one wouldn't expect of Thai fried rice or dumplings. There were veggies like zucchini, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts and peanuts in the fried rice, generally things that people with an intolerance or allergy might not think to warn against when ordering. The dumplings had quinoa in them, also not something expected. I do have issues with things like zucchini, and my face was flushed after eating what I could of the meal, and I don't usually have that kind of reaction to food (I avoided the zucchini as best I could). What we could eat was really disappointing. The fried rice had a weird flavor, the dumpling wrappers were thick and the texture of the filling with the quinoa was off-putting. The scallion pancakes were actual pancakes with some green onion in them, and were grease bombs. We were given a full refund from Uber Eats for this issue and we will not be returning. I am disappointed seeing all these really other positive reviews that we didn't get the same level of experience. Perhaps it's different for in-person dining than delivery, so I caution folks against doing delivery! read more

Only have gotten takeout from here and they do a great job. Sometimes it's totally empty when I'm picking up food, others every single table is filled. Cse always get the general tso and it's a great portion with some broccoli. Honestly sometimes enough to split the meal with someone else. It comes with a small side of rice which I wish was slightly bigger. Have also had the stemmed pork dumplings which were good. And chicken lomein was okay. We order takeout at least monthly and this place is always consistently good and fast. read more

Family run place that is exquisitely run, priced and pro-portioned. I will add more precise details in further updates. So far tenderness of meats is excellent and zesty. Will be continuous repeat customer fo sho. read more

A pan-Asian restaurant which specializes in Malaysian cuisine and also offers Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese and Thai dishes. The Curry Laksa is the standout, although it's hard to go wrong with any selections. And the prices are extraordinarily reasonable for this area and age. read more

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I have been to this establishment numerous times and they have proven to be reliably delightful in both food and service. Satay Club has a small but very cute interior, which provides for a homey feel. Each time I have eaten at Satay Club, I have ordered different sushi rolls from their regular menu and the special house sushi menu. Their mango tango roll is an all time favorite and is truly a work of art. The mango awakens the taste buds, followed by the satisfaction of the savory sushi filling. The crunchy spicy tuna and crunchy spicy salmon rolls are a perfect balance of spicy and savory, with the crunchy flakes to top it off. I could go on and on but you get the idea... The staff has also been very respectful and efficient every time I have eaten here, and they are FAST. They have shown to be in tune with what customers need when they need something, while allowing for a private dining experience. I would also recommend their fried ice cream. It's different from most fried ice cream i've had in that the dough is thicker and the ice cream has hints of coconut- delicious! That being said, I will definitely be eating here again. read more

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Our food was delicious. We especially enjoyed the roti canai pancakes and the Malaysian fried rice. The Peking duck was great. Friendly service. read more

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I am prepared to admit that I may have ordered not one, but two of the wrong things, but one should not necessarily have to worry about striking out after diversifying like that. I picked up takeout and we got an order of tofu basil and an order of drunken noodle. They were both kind of gross and soggy, lacking much in the way of either flavor, spice, depth, or what have you. I was especially impressed at how they were able to make the drunken noodle both soggy and oily. Add a seaweed salad and we were up at 50 bucks. I have regrets and I have questions. Please note that I leave one star reviews extremely sparingly because I can usually find something redeeming in a dining experience, even if the food was not amazing. Such was sadly not the case with this place. read more

Visited Satay Club for the first time recently. Loved it!! Service was great and the food was yummy! The ambiance was fine but I originally had the misfortune of sitting next to 2 families with kids. But I requested to be moved and the staff graciously accommodated. At my new table, I made new friends who were sitting at the next table! Wonton noodles were my fave!! Will def recommend and return! read more

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We made a same day reservation for 6 which was accommodated, and our table was ready when we arrived. I started with the roti canai, which was served with a very light curry broth. The broth could have been a little thicker to stick to the pancake, but I loved the Indian pancakes! My companions enjoyed the summer roll and the hot and sour soup. Pad Thai, drunken noodles and pad see eew were all good, but the wide noodles and sauce on the drunken noodles were my favorite! read more

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Disappointing today as I haven't been here for more than a year. Ordered avocado rolls and one of the rolls had the avocado turning brown. Ordered the Kung Pao Vegetarian Chicken and the Tofu was soggy, not crispy. Very poor today but that's what you get when you serve disappointing food. read more

The prices are quite affordable for the portions you receive. The service is very friendly, especially if you go with kids they're very accommodating. read more

This restaurant has been one of my favorite Chinese restaurants for three years, every time i pass by there it's a definite thing to go inside. Everything there is just so perfect, service 10/10. Null was our server today and she explained the food really good. When you go there make sure to try the mango tango its really delicious!!! read more

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Ordered the beef rendang and the Singapore noodles. Very well flavored and service was great too! Was concerned the rendang would be spicy since it's marked as such, but the owner said that I would be fine. I was! read more

4th time here (and counting)! Super authentic Malaysian/Singaporean food which hits the spot and reminds me of home (I'm Singaporean). We ordered three entrees and a dessert to share and needless to say, our tummies (and hearts) are full. read more

Love the food here! My favorite is the Kampong Fried Rice with crispy anchovies. Sooo good! Roti canai is also to die for, folks. No shortage of authentic Malaysian options plus other yummy Asian options. Friendly service, family owned and operated. A hidden gem of Tenleytown! read more