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    Simpang Venice

    4.5 (261 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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    Dogs allowed

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    Rami B.

    My first time having inside cuisine and I was not disappointed. This place is a hidden gem. The beautiful interior decor was cozy and inviting, with mellow music to set the vibe. I got the Street Food Adventure, an impressive 8 course meal that includes roti bread, salad, mie tek tek noodles, fried rice, chicken skewers, fried chicken, garlic chips, and black rice pudding for dessert. Food was incredibly flavorful, perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of spice. Savory. Delicious. Tantalizing. Can't recommend this enough! Oh, and Service was fast and friendly.

    Char Kway Teow and Beef Rendang
    Bethany L.

    had this placed saved for a while but was disappointed by the flavor ): Indonesian flavors are robust and bold- not what I got in my dishes last night. beef rendang 26$: 6.2/10: enjoyed the coconut notes but the dish was small, beef was not tender, and plate didn't come out hot. comes with two small flatbreads char kway teow 20$: 7.5/10 lovely savory noodle wok flavors but again, small portion for the price and didn't come out hot, just warm. service was nothing to complain about, but the food seems to be catered to the palates of the city's demographics. for more authentic indonesian food, try long beach or thai town!

    Linda Y.

    This is my favorite Indonesian spot in LA! You definitely have to visit. They have really cute interior! And the food selection is unreal! I usually come here for takeout, but when I have time, I will love to dine in and they do have a tasting for two which is such a great deal cause you get to try a little bit of all of their favorite and popular dishes! The service here is so amazing. I absolutely love the staff here they treat you like family! There's parking in the small lot in front of their restaurant and I highly recommend if you are wanting to try something new in the area!

    Roti Paratha and Penyet Fried chicken
    Melina Mae C.

    Stopped by for a snack after an event. First time having the fried chicken... I'm Filipino, so the light crispy-ness of the chicken is very familiar to me. And this slapped! Last time I was at this location, the restaurant was smaller so I was delighted to see the decor level up. This location and the Palms location tie for best Indonesian/Southeast cuisine in LA in my opinion for the value. If you come here, try something with a bit of spice ;)

    Coconut Rice
    Cris I.

    If you're in Venice and want something different, you must try this Simpang Venice that offers Southeast Asian flavors. I love everything here from the decor to the food, everything is excellent. Excellent flavor, variety, service, and atmosphere. Here's what I ordered: Gah Kangkung $15.50 Branzino $22.95 Coconut Rice $3.50 Martabak Manis $5.95 The rice, fish and vegetables complimented each other. All the flavors exploded in my mouth so I truly enjoyed my meal. I can't wait to go back to try other dishes in the menu.

    Camille F.

    Mango sticky rice, you will always be famous to me.... Seriously some of the best food we ate while visiting LA. This unassuming, strip-mall spot is incredible. We weren't super hungry so we went on a tour of the appetizer and dessert sections. I'd never had anything like the roti paratha before. It's a salty, flaky, pastry, croissant-like bread with a curry dipping sauce. It was buttery, light, flavorful, just amazing. The lumpia and wontons were also amazing. Everything hit the mark. I'm a sucker for mango sticky rice... and this was some of the best I've ever had. Lordy lord I could eat that every day for the rest of my life. Sweet, heavy rice with a kinda crispy outer shell. Mmmmmm. They did a great job decorating the inside. It all feels modern and cozy.

    BEEF SHOULDER SMOOR
    Danni L.

    Good spot. Located on Lincoln in a busy area, sitting near the window is great people watching. The inside seats a decent amount of diners. The bustling flavors of the foods mix well and settles nicely on the palate. I enjoyed Strawberry Soju with Sambal Wonton to start with Wok-Charred Basil Fried Rice which was delicious. The Beef Shoulder Smoor was tender and flavorful, especially paired with the onions. For dessert, Indonesian Black Rice Pudding added a not too sweet touch to the delicious meal.

    Roti Paratha
    Shanelle S.

    Cute Indonesian spot with another location in Palms. My boyfriend loves the roti paratha and the mie tek tek, and he always get it when we come. There is a small parking lot as well as street parking. The Thai tea comes with garnishings and they do have cocktails/alcohol. You can make reservations in advance but we walked in on a weeknight and there was no wait if you go later in the evening. Portions are generous and I had leftovers for lunch the following day. Credit cards accepted and they'll bring the reader out to you.

    Top: Roti Paratha Bottom: Special menu yellowtail ceviche
    Cici L.

    My boyfriend and I came here on a Saturday night at 7:30PM and got seated immediately. The ambiance was very nice and chill, and the lighting was dim and sultry. We ordered the roti paratha and a yellowtail ceviche from the Chef Specials menu. The roti paratha was so good. The roti was buttery, crispy, flaky ~ and the coconut curry dipping sauce was super rich and flavorful. The ceviche was very refreshing, but I thought the fish quality could have been better. For our mains, we got the Beef Rendang and Mie Tek Tek. Both were delicious! The beef tasted like a soy and coconut braised beef, and paired well with the flatbread. The noodles were very flavorful with a savory and sweet profile, similar to the flavor of pad see ew. Overall great experience and the service was wonderful!

    Thai iced tea
    Bee M.

    Simpang Venice is a gem. The Nasi Goreng Jagger was the star of the show--smoky, bold, and seriously crave-worthy. The Cah Kangkung was another standout: garlicky, fresh, and perfectly cooked with that wok-charred flavor that makes veggies anything but boring. The disappointing dish was Hainanese Chicken it was good but it lacked some flavor. I wanted it to have better tasting rice and for the sauce to have more punched. Service was on point--friendly and attentive without hovering--and the ambiance struck that sweet spot between cozy and lively. Bottom line: amazing food, great energy, and the kind of spot you'll keep coming back to. I know I will.

    Mie Tek Tek
    Cathy H.

    Came in during brunch on the weekend and there was no wait! There were only 2-3 other parties dining in for a large restaurant space. The brunch menu options at Simpang Venice seemed enticing, as many of the dishes paid homage to their Indonesian roots, while incorporating elements of American breakfast foods. We ordered the Mie Tek Tek and Mie Laksa (coconut curry soup). The flavors of the Mie Tek Tek were flavorful and seasoned well. However, the Mie Laksa was bland and could have benefitted from some more salt. Service was relatively quick and attentive. The interior space had a cozy cafe vibe. There is a small parking lot immediately outside of the restaurant.

    Thai Milk Tea
    Marissa L.

    I love Indonesian food and this place hit the spot! Inside it was super clean and I loved the atmosphere. It was very comfy, yet colorful with a modern vibe. I started out with a Thai Milk Tea. The presentation was beautiful and it tasted amazing! I loved the cream on top. For my entree I ordered the Nasi Lemak. I loved the curry chicken! The chicken came out a little cold though and wish there was more curry that I could eat with my rice. The chicken itself was super tender though and the rice was fluffy and delicious. I loved the peanuts and my family liked the crunchy little fried fish. The sambal that it was served with seemed house made. it wasn't too spicy and it went well with the chicken and rice. The service here was great overall. Our waiter was super nice and service was quick. I would definitely come here again to try some other dishes.

    Will X.

    Simpang (with two locations in LA) is a real solid place to get Indonesian food in town and this location particularly steps up in terms of ambiance. It is a casual yet elegant and nice restaurant where you'll find all sorts of dishes ranging from fried chicken to noodle dishes. Their cocktails are pretty tasty and unique as well with some Asian flavors. Staff is nice, even if it may at times feel a little understaffed. Plaza parking available.

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    Ask the Community - Simpang Venice

    Does the ayam penyet (smashed fried chicken) no longer have eggplant? :( last time I had the dish, it had really good eggplant

    1)I would call ahead to Simpang Venice to find out if the ayam penyet has eggplant (as I understand, the dish comes with eggplant)… Read more

    As of March 16, 2021, are they open for outdoor dining? How many people can one table seat and how many tables do they have on their patio? Do they take reservations?

    We are open for outdoor dining and its 6 party max for 1 table. We have 13 table available in our outdoor dining area

    Which dishes are vegan?

    Dear Jane, Our Vegan dishes are Gado Gado, Vegetarian Rames and Sautéed Garlic String Beans. For the… Read more

    Is this branch halal?

    Yes, it is!

    What big landmark stores are they next to? Also, strip mall for parking out front?

    Hi! We are by Lincoln and Vernon inside the Lincoln Plaza. There is front and back parking lot as well as street parking. Smart and Final across the street and we are next to Metro PCS.

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    Taishi Hainan Chicken - Mixed Hainan Chicken Rice

    Taishi Hainan Chicken

    4.4(1.3k reviews)
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    Hainan chicken has quickly become my favorite genre of food--when done right, it's simplicity…read moredoesn't take away from it's tastiness, and add in the herbs and sauces, and it just makes the perfect meal. With that being said, this is a beyond solid choice for hainan chicken. Delicious. The place is minimal service--you order at the counter and they take it to your table. There is also a self-serve large pot of miso soup off to the side. I appreciate that the dishes come in real plates and silverware which makes the eating experience slightly elevated even though it isn't technically a full service set-up. They also have many options on their menu including Ramen. The food is good and I highly, highly recommend. Please support them if you love this type of food and you're in the area. Also, I saw a good amount of take-out being picked up when we were dining in, so I would assume they do well in that arena either.

    Lots of food, but a bit underwhelming…read more Went after an after workout dinner. Theres a decent parking lot in the plaza, so no issues parking. Ordered the original Hainan chicken. There's complimentary broth at the side wall. The broth was pretty good. The chicken came out, and was a bit too chewy and probably overcooked (had a dry feeling to it). Also, the rice seemed a bit clumpy. It was a bunch of food though. Probably will pass next time around.

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    Wallflower

    Wallflower

    3.9(499 reviews)
    0.4 miVenice
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    a friend of mine who lives nearby recommended this spot. neighborhood parking was relatively easy…read morefor a friday night. we got seated immediately and the vibe was bustling and the service was attentive. now for the food... snap pea salad: i always jump on a seasonal snap pea salad. the dressing was heavier than i expected but it did well to balance out the earthiness of the sprouts. great starter dish but a bit small for the price tag. duck lumpia: this is a must order for me. the duck meat was super rich and had that teeth-sinking bite to it. the lumpia wrapper was audibly crispy and the spiced vinegar of the dipping sauce came with a bright acidic punch to balance the richness. beef rendang: crazy depth of flavor and spice. the meat here was also perfectly tender and pulled apart with east. a killer small plate with a big impact. would also order this again. a note on the rice: the chicken/coconut rice was pretty dried out and hard. also in hindsight i feel there's so much flavor elsewhere, an order of jasmine rice would've been a better complement barramundi: it came out wrapped up and extremely hot and fresh. a very delicious, perfectly cooked fish with nice balance between the natural fish flavor and all the toppings wrapped up inside with it. def recommend if you like a meatier, flakier sea bass. manhattan: a nice drink but mostly tasted like a classic manhattan. also in retrospect woudlve gotten something more acidic instead of spiced to differentiate from the spice profile of the food. all in all, it's a bit pricey for me personally but a lot of the dishes we ordered were very delicious and i wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place.

    Great food (Satay!) and ambience on Rose, a wonderful, lively Venice Street…read more ,

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    Wallflower - EATER LA "For a cocktail in Venice that comes with some interesting street snacks: Wallflower" by Farley Elliott (published 12/22/2016)

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