I picked up dinner on my way to the supermarket on Friday, and while it was not quite the Indonesian food I remember from Bali, it still hit the spot. The three dishes were very filling for two people and felt like great value overall. The nasi goreng had a lovely wok hei and nicely separated grains of rice with a slightly firm texture, which I really liked. The seasoning leaned a little sweeter and tangier than I expected, almost slightly Thai-inspired, but the small side of shrimp paste added a welcome layer of heat and depth. The mie Jawa was a bit bolder in flavor than the fried rice and very satisfying at first bite. It did get a little rich after a while, but the pickled cucumbers on the side balanced it out well. The satay was the surprise standout for me. I was worried it might be dry, but the meat was tender, lightly juicy, and grilled just right. The peanut sauce was especially good: smooth, well-balanced, and full of flavor without being too heavy. Service was also very solid. Even though I was only picking up takeout, the staff were friendly, efficient, and the whole process was smooth. The space itself looked clean, comfortable, and welcoming, with a relaxed ambiance that made me think it would be a pleasant place to dine in as well. Overall, it was not the most traditional version I have had, but still a satisfying and affordable meal when the craving strikes. read more

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Great friendly service with great food. If the background music is Indonesian music then it would be perfect read more

Satay Sate - Pempek - about $16 - authentic and 100% worth it! - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

One of the best Thai restaurants around. It is very affordable and has great dishes. We ordered different types of satays, noodles and rice dishes. We ordered the fish special, which is only available over the weekends. Everything was delectable. This is not your average Thai place. It is authentic and run by a Thai chef and his family. The service was fantastic as all family members came to check up on us and made sure we had everything we needed. The restaurant is small, but there is seating outside. It is very clean and tidy. Parking is available around the corner. A great place to go for more intimate dining. read more

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this place is a hidden gem. Food is authentic in the service is enthusiastic.! I recommend the Gato Gato salad.

In a city not always celebrated for its Indonesian table, Satay Sate presents itself as a quiet discovery -- a halal establishment where the kitchen demonstrates genuine commitment to the flavours of the archipelago.The dining room is generously proportioned and bathed in an easy, unpretentious warmth that makes it equally suited to a solo working lunch and a convivial gathering. Its proximity to the surrounding office district is no accident; this is a space designed to welcome and accommodate, and it does so with admirable ease.The food speaks with a recognisable accent, even if it has, perhaps understandably, softened its register for a Canadian audience. Flavours are well-composed and satisfying, though those who have experienced the full heat and intensity of an Indonesian original may note a gentle tempering of the spice profile. read more

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First time me and my family tried Indonesian food and didn't disappoint. I have some dietary restrictions and our server Maxey was insanely helpful and super passionate about the food when helping us out. Place was also aesthetic and very clean. Thank you Maxey! read more

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This is a little hidden gem. Very friendly staff and tasty food. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! - Beef Satay Skewers: very tender beef. The satay flavor was just right. - Beef Rendang - Sop Kambing - Nasi Bakar - Nasi Goreng with Shrimp: it was so good...unfortunately I forgot to take a picture - Cendol: good flavor, but the pandas jelly was too soft MUST TRY: homemade spicy sauce. Great for just about any food. I put that in the fried rice and it was just SO GOOD! read more

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Parking was very convenient as there is 2 hrs free parking if u eat at the restaurant. Staffs were friendly, as you entered. I think it might be a preference thing but the place doesn't place exactly screams Indonesian restaurant. To me the place had a lil cafeteria feel. A couple bar top, long tables... the main cafe feel is the utensils are just at the one of the walls and whats holding those is the typical grey plastic separator... lol The food was amazing. The corn fritters is literally a fritter there is "dough", honestly i think i prefer if there were more corn... The mix sate was great you get 3 chicken and 3 beef skewer. They were cooked perfectly nice n tender and juicy!!!! And the bottom of it lays a tasty peanut sauce yummy !! The coconut milk beef soup was interesting, a couple slices of uncooked tomatoes, beef and stirred potatoes. Chicken fried rice has a little kick to it but delicious!! The coconut mill soup helped me lowered the spicy kick from the fried rice read more

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Was looking for a new place to try and had this saved a few months ago so decided to give it a try! Price $15-$30 per person Items ordered: -Nasi Goreng -Chicken Sate -Ayam Penet Food Quality (Menu, Taste, Portion size) - 5/5 The food blew my mind. The Ayam Penet (smash spicy fried chicken) was full of flavour but warning it's pretty spicy so be prepared. The chicken sate was the star of the show, perfectly cooked and the peanut sauce was a perfect combination. The Nasi Goreng wasn't as flavourful as I would have hoped, but it did pair really well with the Ayam Penet to balance out the spice. There is a lot of other options on the menu, and the portion size was perfect. We got 3 dishes for 2 people and only had a bit left over. Atmosphere - 4/5 It had a very nice small restaurant vibe. Its good for a relaxed hang with friends or a a family dinner. They have cool artifacts on the wall and a good amount of seating based on the size Service - 4/5 The waiters were super nice and very helpful. Gave great recommendations and were always checking in on us. There isn't many staff so i can see it being a bit slow when it's more crowded. Will I go again? Absolutely! Especially with a small group of friends so we can try more of the dishes Lash's Recommendations -Chicken Sate -Ayam Penet read more

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It was my first time trying Indonesian food but was very surprised at how much options and how familiar the items were. Staff were helpful with explaining the menu items and the interior is almost like a cute little cafe. There's a little neon light you can take selfies at but the position of the garbage cans in front ruins the vibe so if you're trying to post something cute on socials it's kinda impossible Lol I'm a fan of southeast Asian flavour and this was a nice introduction to something new. The spice level is adjustable if you ask the staff. I recommend getting the noodle and the curry. The coconut pandan drink was good but found it too sweet for my palate - if you have a sweet tooth I would recommend it. read more

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A surprisingly amazing little spot in an unexpected area, this has become my new favorite place in the city! Very friendly service from beginning to end. The atmosphere was pleasant and not very loud, the seats were more comfortable than they looked and two hours passed by very quickly. We had Chicken Gulai, Mixed Skewers, Steamed Rice, and Tofu Spring Rolls.... all were extremely delicious and I don't normally like tofu... the spring rolls are well seasoned and delectable. Reasonably priced. The Restaurant is attached to an above ground parking complex which is convenient on cold, rainy days, and they validate your parking. I'm already planning my next meal here... this week for sure! read more

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Most delicious Indonesian restaurant outside of Indonesia. Everything we ordered was good. Highlights are the satays, fried chicken, penyet chicken, grilled chicken, Balinese grill fish,, dadar gulung dessert, cendol drink. The soups are not their strengths. Portions are pretty good size. We ordered too much sharable since everyone ordered more individual dishes. Service is pretty good. We had large group. Restaurant is airy but has limited tables. The handicap restroom doesn't work as expected. It seems locked but all you need to do is hit the button to open the door. read more

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Satay sate is an unexpected find in a mostly business offices and care dealership area near Fairview mall. We have been three times since we discovered the restaurant and have enjoyed every meal that we have had here. A continual favorite is the Ayam Penyet (a smashed fried chicken with chili sauce) and recent standout was the Nasi Bakar (rice steamed in banana leaf with chicken). Their sambal has become a household staple, so definitely try it and buy a jar to go home with if you like it! The owner is super friendly and likes to come out to chat with customers at the end of the night. We've had several chats with her and she is always excited about the items she is experimenting with and adding to the future menu. Looking forward to future visits! read more

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There aren't many Indonesian restaurants in Toronto, and of the one that exists, I think Satay Sate is a hidden gem that everyone should try. My wife is Indonesian and she comes here for the food, which she finds very authentic and reminiscent. We ordered the Bubur Ayam (chicken porridge), Nasi Kuning Combo (yellow tumeric rice with rendang and fried chicken), Pempek (fried fish cakes), Cendol (Pandan jelly with coconut milk and palm sugar), and the Bakwan Jagung (corn fritters). The food was fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced. The Bubur Ayam was especially comforting - the porridge (congee) was silky smooth and combined with the peanuts and garlic crackers, it had an amazing texture and taste. I would highly recommend everyone try this dish out, which is only available on the weekend. I also enjoyed the Cendol - I have a sweet tooth and this drink hit the right spot. Cold, sweet with a bit of chewiness from the jelly, it went down very well with the rest of the meal. The staff were also friendly and attentive - we were seated immediately and provided with a menu to peruse. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a delicious and affordable Indonesian meal. read more

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The service was great. There is free parking for restaurant patrons. The Ambiance was relaxing as I stopped by on a weekday for lunch. The food was delicious. Their hot sauce was on point. I love Malaysian and Indonesian food so this experience felt homey to me. read more

It was my first time coming here and I must say I was impressed. The food is great and very flavorful. I ordered the Krupuk and Nasi Kuning Combo (weekend special). The Nasi Kuning was amazing! I loved the little salad - YUM! The restaurant is average size. Not too many seating options. They have regular eating tables and high seats. Free WiFi available. The parking garages right next door. Remember to ask for your parking chip when leaving. read more

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We drove here on the way to Blue Mountain to reminisce the taste of Indonesian food and they didn't disappoint. The Nasi Bakar is on point with a great presentation. The cendol was okay. The texture can be better and the quantity can be slightly more. The place was clean with an organic feel. Parking in the ramp can be validated with the food purchase. Overall, a great find for us. read more

My cousins came over to my house thinking that a family party was taking place. However, they were off by a week, and to make them feel better I brought them to one of their favourite places to eat. Since I had a big lunch earlier I decided to eat something light for dinner and ordered the tempeh satay with a side of white rice. You get 2 decent size skewers of tempeh with peanut sauce. It was good, but next time I think I will order extra peanut sauce as I felt it was not enough for the tempeh. As it was a weekend when we went they have a special weekend menu, and so I opted to try the kue talam for dessert. I highly recommend. These came out fresh from the kitchen. Beautiful chewy texture, and delicately shaped. I loved the taste of the yam interacting with the other ingredients. They also had a beautiful perfume. read more

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Satay Sate can satiate my hunger any day. It's amazing value-for-money with the portion size and quality of the food you get at more than reasonable prices. While the Indonesian dishes might be a bit toned down to accommodate different tastes, the food is still flavourful. Stopped by for dinner and got the gado-gado (refreshing veggie dish, though a tad bland), beef rendang (good chunks of beef smothered in a rich and hearty sauce), and ayam penyet (super tender chicken, great heat on the spices). Place is well laid out and well lit. Owners have a great positive vibe and are quick with service. Stop by if you want some tasty food at great prices. read more

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My wife and I had friends over for the long weekend. And we all wanted to have Indonesian cuisine. All of us decided to grab takeout from Satay Sate and began to browse their menu on an online food ordering platform. We got a Nasi Goreng and a chicken satay skewer rice dish. These are flavourful! We decided to come back at another time. The service was great, but they were quite busy with takeouts and some last minute walk-ins. I really like how simple the design and layout of the restaurant. Great lighting and ambiance. read more

Satay Sate - Nasi Goreng - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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We ordered chicken and beef on the stick along with the coconut rice wrapped in banana leaf. They had just open so service was kinda slow. Great ambiance, very cute inside. If you have a larger bottom try to ask to be seated on the bench. I feel that the chairs at the table are way too small and uncomfortable for a larger back side person. read more

Satay Sate - Cute - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Pretty friendly owner. The place was tidy and clean. Server was attentive. In terms of food, however, it's a below average Indonesian eatery. Taste of a few dishes were mediocre and the meat they use were low quality and chewy. I hope they would rather stay away from low-cost ingredients in the future. Price is cheap. So overall, it is an okay-ish place for a quick lunch or just need to grab something fast in the neighborhood when you don't have time. read more

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Delicious Indonesian food located in Scarborough! Their chicken satay skewers & grilled short beef ribs are a must order. They have a weekend special menu & we ordered the nasi kuning combo which was savoury yellow rice served with fried chicken beef rendang. A notable highlight is that the restaurant is halal. read more

Satay Sate - Nasi kuning combo, grilled short beef ribs, chicken satay skewers - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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we found satay sage when looking for halal options near york and we weren't disappointed! the food, flavours and ambience are really good. i would say flavour profiles are spot on but some similar tastes so try to get a few things to share. they have valet parking and some limited street parking as well. we ordered the skewers - these are a must and our favourite from the night! we did the mixed and they were cooked perfectly. the flavours and portion size = 5/5. i also ordered the nasi goreng with chicken and shrimp. it was good but we noticed a few of the shrimp weren't cleaned well. we removed them from the dish. it happens but kind of turned us off from the rest of the meal. also, the order was limited to about 3 shrimp per bowl so i'd make sure to flag they give you enough or protein portion is low. we'll be back! read more

Satay Sate - nasi gore g - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I've been spoiled with real Javanese, Indonesian and Malaysian food since childhood, growing up in Cape Town. I still cook Cape Malay and Javanese food at home. The ayam bakar was ALMOST the most authentic item here except that the Indonesian flavor was not pronounced and almost bland. Krupuk were good and may have been imported (can't be sure). The lumpia were undercooked and flavorless, and the nasi goreng too was quite disappointing with dry chicken pieces and cold clumps of rice. No Indonesian flavour that I was so craving. Bare hints of ketjap manis in the background of the nasi, but otherwise no flavour in the goreng! The complimentary pickled carrots and and cucumbers were a nice touch. Won't be back. I really wanted to love this place. read more

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I came here for lunch and tried a few dishes including the nasi goreng with tofu, chicken sate entree, tempeh sate and ayam bakar. To be fair, I haven't had much Indonesian food before so I don't have much to anchor from generally found the food we got to be interesting and tasty for the most part. The food did come out a bit slow and I found that some of the food wasn't quite hot enough. The tofu and tempeh sate were cooked well but I found the chicken sate to be a bit overcooked and dry. I like the peanut sauce it comes with. The ayam bakar had a nice fragrant coconut based marinade. The nasi goreng was a bit bland and I wish there was some more depth of flavour, and it also wasn't very hot. Service is very friendly but the food came out quite slow. read more

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Satay Sate is AMAZING! I've been here multiple times and always enjoy the food. It's soooo delicious! Every time I come I have the Nasi Kuning which offers rendang beef, friend chicken, and a spicy vegetable salad served with delicious golden rice. It feels super authentic. The service is always really friendly as well, super warm and welcoming. The restaurant is situated beneath office/condo buildings, so the street front is a bit quiet - but there are some other restaurants nearby. Overall, the interior is neat and clean. When I've visited at dinner on the weekend, I've also gotten my parking validated which is amazing. I'll be back soon! read more

Satay Sate - Nasi Kuning (beef, chicken & spicy potatoes with rice) - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Satay Sate offers halal Indonesian food that is made from scratch and tastes 100% authentic (like the dishes that you'd actually get in the country). The location of the restaurant might seem a bit out of the way, but it's near Fairview Mall and right off of Highway 401. There is free parking for restaurant patrons at the parking garage next door. They give you the free parking coupon after your meal. The interior is brightly lit and has a very casual but relaxing ambience. I like the wooden tables, giving the place a bit of a rustic yet modern appearance. You can make reservation ahead of time by calling. Service is excellent - very courteous and friendly staff. Although their menu is not very big, all the dishes served are DELICIOUS. The seafood options (Balinese grilled fish, grilled shrimps, and ikan woku) are only available on weekends. They also have a few other weekend specials as well, such as nasi bakar (spicy rice wrapped in banana leaves). The gado-gado and Balinese grilled shrimps are my favourite dishes here. Gado-gado has a good mix of vegetables, and is very hearty and filling from the egg, tofu, boiled potatoes, and super tasty homemade peanut sauce. The tempeh sate comes as a pretty big chunk of tempeh (even for just 1 skewer), and the peanut sauce that comes with it is heavenly. The Balinese grilled shrimps are well done. The shrimps are butterflied and partially de-skinned, so it's easy to eat. They have the charred grilled mark and taste. The ikan woku, a traditional curry fish dish from Manado (capital city of the Indonesian province of North Sulawesi), is best eaten with rice (whether it be white rice, coconut rice, or the fried rice). We ordered the nasi goreng (fried rice) with tempeh, and it comes with acar (diced cucumber and carrot) and fried egg that still has a runny yolk. Totally worth coming here for! Portion sizes here are like the typical Asian family sizes - great for sharing. Satay Sate lives up to its name, with its signature dishes (the sate / skewer selection) being one of their best dishes. It's the homemade peanut sauce that makes everything so tasty. If you're looking for something sweet and refreshing, I recommend trying the cendol (traditional Indonesian drink with pandan, mung beans, and jelly in coconut milk and ice). Pisang goreng (banana fritters), typically sold as street food in Indonesia, is also a must-try. read more

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I originally came here in 2020 right before COVID hit after hearing great things. Literally, I was there the night before the first lockdown. I was really blown away by how good the service and food were. The lady working the register at the time was very friendly and helpful. I got the chicken and beef sate entrees with coconut rice. The satay sauce was amazing and the coconut rice was very fragrant. I would have given it five stars. Two years later, I returned after a couple years of lockdown and COVID. Things seem a little different this time. Not the same staff was working and service was a little slow. There was only one other table and the food came out pretty slowly... My food was room temperature at best. Coconut rice was still really good though! A little disappointed, but definitely will be back for their satay sauce. read more

Satay Sate - Beef Sate Dinner - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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We wanted to try Indonesian food here in the GTA and this place didn't disappoint. Lots of seating. Parking garage which can be free if validated afterwards by the restaurant. The staff were very nice and kind. Menu is well priced! The beef rendang was super tender. Skewers were nice with the peanut sauce. Ask for the sambal - great flavour and spice! read more

Satay Sate - Nasi goreng Mixed skewers Beef rendang Mie jawa - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This Indonesian place is authentic & tasty. Martabak (pancake) was pretty tasty. It was very eggy & had thin skin. It got crispier upon toasting. Ayam goreng (fried chicken) entree. It was very tasty fried chicken. It came with nice crispy bits. Even as takeout, after 1.5 hrs the chicken was still somewhat crispy. Coconut rice was a $1 buck upgrade, which was worth it: it was fragrant & tasty. The salad was ok: generic vinaigrette. Sate maranggi (beef skewers) had big chunks of good quality beef in a tasty marinade. Cendol (coconut milk dessert) was served with a generous amount of rich palm sugar. The coconut milk was pretty rich. A pity that it was served with ice cubes, not shaved ice. The green jelly strips were good. It was also served with balls made from the same flour; grass jelly would've been better (this cendol was a bit basic). They have martabak manis (sweet pancake) on weekends but you need to order by Friday since the dough needs to rise. There's no free parking nearby but you can get 2 hours of free parking with a coupon from them. read more

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Have not been here since covid which has been a year! Unfortunately we cannot eat in since we are still locked down. But at least they are still open for take out! Ordered the Nasi Goreng and Soto Ayam to eat in the car. No disappointments at! read more

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the ribs were amazing, except the sauce it came with was either wrong, or I just don't understand. It was sweet, a bit thick, and cold. Who wants cold sauce on hot meat? thankfully, the ribs were good enough without sauce. chicken skewers were great. fried rice with shrimp was good read more

We found parking around the corner, not knowing that they validate parking in the adjoining covered parking lot. We were immediately greeted as we sat down at a table while waiting for a friend, and everything on the menu looked good. I got the chicken sate plate with coconut rice. It hit the spot! read more

Satay Sate - Chicken sate plate - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Enjoyed lunch here on a weekday last year. Food was good, the beef rendang was yummy as well as the satay skewers. The fried rice was flavourful. We got a soup noodle with vermicelli and there wasn't much vermicelli in it. Needed a lot more noodles! Was maybe a few bites of noodles and that was it. Broth was good. Good ambiance, will come again. read more

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First time here for Indonesian cuisine. Ordered Beef Rendang and Ayam Goreng Beef Rendang (score: 5/5) This is a Padangnese coconut based beef curry and I ordered a coconut rice to go with the curry. Other than having beef in the curry, there were also potatoes inside the curry. The curry was not spicy at all, it was nice. On the side, the coconut rice was tasty. It tasted very good on its own. It's just a perfect match with the curry beef. Ayam Goreng (score: 5/5) It came in about 5 pieces of chicken. The outside was crispy and the inside was moist and tender. In the side there's a small cup with Chili sauce. It gave more excitement to the taste of the chicken. You may ask why would I give 4 stars only if the two food items I ordered received a perfect score. One star was taken off (I actually wanted to take away half a star but I was unable to do that) for the flying bugs flying around after the dishes have come. I still will visit again!! read more

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Indonesian food is probably one of my all-time favourite food worldwide, especially the delicious sate ayam with nasi goreng. Funny enough, the taste always brings me back to the time I backpacked in the Netherlands in 2016. I was getting really tired of the deep-fried seafood there so I opted-in the local Indonesian cuisines and oh boy they were absolutely delicious (especially after a joint). The flavours of coconut, grilled meat and peanuts flourishing on my taste buds juxtaposed my visits to different historical buildings & talking to the Javanese diaspora on that trip, learning about the brutal history of colonialism in South East Asia and how they ended up in the Netherlands. Thank you to all the lovely Indonesian, and Javanese peeps living in the Netherlands that emancipated my taste palate from all the deep-fried stuff with mayonnaise, or else id end up eating striped waffles from Albert Heijn for the whole trip. Back to Satay Sate - I was delighted when I walked past Satay Sate & decided to give it a shot. I was greeted passionately by the lady at the front desk, and they walked me through the menu. I had the sate entree at the end with upgraded coconut rice. The peanut sauce was AMAZING on the skewer; the only downside is that the dish was quite small and pricy. I think this place is probably better for groups of friends, so you can share a large plate of nasi goreng, beef rendang and sates. read more

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Great dishes: Chicken Satay - THE best Ayam Goreng - fried chicken, so good Ayam Bakar Nasi Goreng Kue Talam - these cakes are amazing Coconut Rice - can't eat without this Not so great: Sup Buntut - oxtail soup, found it quite salty Nasi Bakar - the chicken was kind of shredded I'd come back only for the satay, and the Ayam Goreng with Kue Talam cakes. The rest is okay. Not great. Not bad. Solid 4 stars. They're also super sweet here, restaurant looks welcoming and fun. read more

I recently visited Satay Sate when I was in the area and tried multiple menu items. I found that the taste was very authentic and similar to what I'm used whenever I eat Indonesian food, which was great to find. I loved the interiors and the space, and would love to go back as a dine in customer. I loved the small details and the attention to detail placed in the decor as well. The martabak, though a bit oily, was delicious and had quite a generous filling. The satay and peanut sauce were delicious. I loved the customer service provided and loved seeing that the food was made fresh. read more

Location/Service - Ground floor of a parking lot complex, free parking on the first floor - bright friendly restaurant. Small in size, prob fit around 15-20 people - friendly staff and can help explain menu items Food - famous for their street style food, everything has a good comforting feeling to it - prices are reasonable being in a more commercial, office environment - tried their Nasi Goreng, Indonesian fried rice topped with acar, chicken and egg. Crispy rice that's doesn't dry out. Everything blends and compliments well together. Also have a homemade hot sauce that adds a nice kick to it - also tried their chicken wrap, similar consistency with the fried rice. Easier to eat, on the go as it's wrapped as one - goda goda, veggie dish with a tofu and egg, liked the peanut sauce adding it to the mix Overall a very nice place to grab lunch or a quick eat. Menu items are simple and not complicated. Hope they continue to keep up the consistency! read more

Satay Sate - Chicken Satay Wrap - Indonesian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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