I don't care if you like Indonesian food, don't like it, have never had it, or other. This restaurant is a MUST TRY. Everything from the drinks, to the food, to the service was top tier. I'm from LA and had a lot of great food on this trip but the lobster noodles I will truly miss. I'm sitting here in LA dreaming of them! Also our server (I think her name was Laura but it's been a few weeks, so I might be misremembering) was a DREAM. So sweet, so accommodating, explained everything and gave amazing recommendations. Must haves: the satay trio (we did chicken, lamb and scallop at our servers recommendation) The lobster noodles (still dreaming of these) The corn fritters (like the most comforting delicious side... I could just eat a plate of these) I will say the restaurant is loud, so not a place for intimate conversations. But definitely so beautifully designed and just a great atmosphere. In a city with amazing restaurants you have a lot of choices... but this was by far the best meal I had in the city. read more

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Just wanted to add an update to my old review for those curious about the Nusantara/Tasting Menu here, which is either $78 or $98 per person. What it is essentially, is them picking out a bunch of dishes, and adding them all up together to be whatever that amount is per person. Our menu for four was the following: Appetizers- Avocado Gado Gado Vegetable Spring Rolls Hiramasa Sashimi Escargot Rendang Mixed Satay- Lamb, chicken, and scallop Mains- Lobster Noodles Fish Sides- Nasi Goreng/Fried Rice Eggplant Balado Corn Fritter (Bakwan) Desserts- Banana Sundae Chocolate Ganache It was enough food, and for those who can't decide what they want, I would probably recommend it, as you get offerings of some of their better dishes such as the satay, lobster noodles, and rendang, while also trying a bunch of other dishes. read more

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I went to The Wayan quite excited since menu looked great and we chose the Chef's Table expecting a more personal and elevated experience. That expectation set the tone for the disappointment that followed. Chef's Table (biggest miss): It's not a "chefs table" in any real sense with just six high stools lined up in a corridor/passageway. Feels awkward, exposed, and disconnected from the actual dining space.We asked to move to the main dining area, but there was clear reluctance and zero flexibility. I do understand there might not be any last minute availability but the hostess looked over worked and not interested in even listening to us. Service: Unpolished and at times intrusive. Staff seemed overwhelmed. Plates were cleared by repeatedly reaching in between us from behind while we were seated on high stools--uncomfortable and poorly handled. Cocktails: Ordered Thorn of Jalisco- blanco tequila, red thai chili, grapefruit, cinnamon. It was just an expensive sweet concoction of grapefruit with no Thai red chili. I doubt they made the same thing that was on the menu. Food (mixed): - Lamb skewers: average.. not as flavorful as expected - Escargot sambal: standout--creative, flavorful, excellent with the brioche - Branzino: very well done, nicely seasoned - Nasi goreng: average.. a bit too oily - Pandan custard: easily the best dish, 10/10 But here's the real issue: The food did not sit well with me. I had pretty bad acidity later that night...bad enough to take Pepto-Bismol. Even the next day, my stomach felt off. That's not something I ignore it does make me question ingredient quality or freshness. Overall: A few strong dishes cannot compensate for a poorly thought-out seating concept, average service, and a physically uncomfortable after eloquence. We had a good time despite the restaurant, not because of it. Wouldn't go back. Definitely skip the Chef's Table. 3/5. read more

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I had a great time here on a late Monday evening? The wine list was extensive and the Sauvignon blanc I had was great! The staff were all kind and frequently checked in. My table shared the chicken, shrimp and scallop skewers - delicious but tiny. I wasn't the biggest fan of the shrimp skewer, though. Then we ordered the lobster noodles (7/10 good but a little too black pepper-y for me), crispy pork ribs (6/10 something about the glaze was offputting), corn fritters (10/10 I would definitely get again), Brussels sprouts (10/10 flavor, but such a small portion), escargot (7/10 I'm just not a huge escargot fan and the toasted brioche was hard to eat but delicious!), and hamachi tartare (8/10). Great decoration and ambiance inside and not too loud where you couldn't hear the person across from you! read more

Really wonderful service- think this is what made the experience. Server was able to go into detail about options and recommendations. Really love the service. Went with a couple of flavorful drinks but the star of the show was the food. Enjoyed crudo, escargot, meat skewers, corn frittata, ribs, and fried rice as well as Ube ice cream with a couple of friends. Tasting option is a lot for one person but able to take leftovers which was nice. Next time would probs just order individually but nice to try everything. Really loved escargot and corn frittata. Defs recommend read more

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Delicious foods here & love the plating & decor. Tried the corn fritters, lobster noodle, ube tart, passion fruit pandan pudding, and pandan french toast. We loved everything, but that 2 item that shocked us the most was that passion fruit pandan pudding & the corn fritters - WOW! amazing! Friendly staff as well., read more

The service was very attentive and kind. Ambiance is also lovely, the interior is well decorated and the lighting is cozy. The food is yummy but both the scallop and the lobster noodles were too salty. The scallop had a really nice sear and paired well with the sauce. The lobster noodles are a ramen noodle texture with a creamy peppery sauce. The noodles had a generous portion of lobster which i liked. Overall an enjoyable meal but because of the high price point, small portion size, and sometimes too strong flavors, I dont think i will frequent here. read more

Wayan - Scallop Satay - Indonesian Near Me - New York, New York

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This spot has been on my radar for a long time, so I finally organized a group dinner here. The interior was lovely with an elegant, classy ambiance. There was a full bar area with lush greenery by the entrance, the space with beautifully lit with pretty lights, and the back where we were seated was comfortable with an intimate, cozy feel. Upon being seated, we were strongly encouraged to order family style, which we had not planned to do. So, we ordered individually and were told we cannot order more food later if we wanted to. This really rubbed me the wrong way and I have never heard of that rule before. It made me feel like they weren't accommodating. There were several dishes that sounded good to me, but I finally went with the Lobster Noodles, which was comprised of Indo noodles, black pepper butter, and Thai basil. The portion size of this was quite small, and definitely not enough lobster. At least the lobster was tender and well seasoned, while the noodles were cooked perfectly and flavorful. I also got to try the Crispy Pork Ribs, which were plated very aesthetically, topped with sesame seeds and in a slightly sweet, multi- layered tasting soy tamarind glaze. The Pork Ribs were satisfyingly crunchy, juicy, as well as delightfully succulent. Service was okay. Our waitress was nice enough, but didn't really care for the push to do family style and being told we could not add on to our initial order. Also, portion sizes were very small, while prices were high. I was disappointed by the experience, and expected more from all the rave reviews. I likely won't be returning. read more

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I feel that this place was a bit overhyped--the lobster noodles, especially. The dish was good but not *that* good. It had a great amount of lobster (I feel that this is becoming increasingly rare in lobster pasta dishes, so kudos to them), but the noodles themselves were far too oily/buttery. It tasted like a cacio e pepe (which I love), but the grease detracted from the flavor. And I was honestly hoping for a little more sophistication in their use of spices and garnishes. Lovely decor (lots of monkeys. I thought this was so fun). Excellent, attentive service. But it was fairly loud--it was hard to hear each other when the restaurant was full (and it was QUITE full at 8 pm on a tuesday!) read more

Wayan - Cheddar Cheese Ice cream & Cookie - Indonesian Near Me - New York, New York

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Super vibey place with lots of bold, strong flavors. We ordered the chicken satay, lobster noodles, nasi goreng, and roast duck as a party of 3, and we were pretty full after. The service was also very good - after every skewer we finished, a waiter would come and remove it from our plates, which I was really surprised by. Chicken satay - very tender, juicy, and soft. It wasn't like other chicken satays that I've had that can be kinda dry. Lobster noodles - this is what they're known for and I understand the hype. Very flavorful, saucy, and delicious. Not seafoody at all. My favorite dish of the meal. Roast duck - I loved the pairing of the duck with the pear and the herbs. Nasi goreng - compared to the other dishes this one was not as flavorful but still yummy. Lots of bold flavors, so it can be a bit too much / too salty if you don't have other people to share with. Near the end of the meal, I felt like it was a little too salty. Nonetheless it was still delicious and I enjoyed my experience. Definitely do family style here! read more

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Wayan offers an intimate dining experience dimly lit with warm, inviting decor and a stylish bar that sets the perfect tone for a date night. The menu blends Indonesian influences with a modern twist, and every dish bursts with creativity and flavor. The Avocado Gado Gado salad was a standout with the quail eggs and peanut relish. The Seared Black Sea Bass was phenomenal, cooked beautifully with a flavorful sauce that complemented it perfectly. The Caramelized Beef Tenderloin was tender and full of depth, but the real highlight was the Lobster Noodles absolutely delicious. We had ordered the Octopus a la Plancha, which unfortunately never made it to the table but still appeared on the bill. The service was friendly but didn't visit the table as often as would be expected. The main drawback is the portion size relative to price the dishes are on the smaller side, so you won't leave stuffed, but your taste buds will be more than satisfied. read more

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Note that they have a 10 minute grace period, not 15. Lobster noodles and corn fritters lived up to the hype. The noodles were very buttery instant noodles with lobster , small portion. Everything else was kinda mediocre. The crispy squid was tender and not super crunchy but needed the sambal they had on the side to make it more flavorful. The sea bass was fine, more burnt than I would've liked and the hamachi tartare had a weird flavor, like it had been sitting out for a bit. Very dark inside and good date ambiance. Service was standard. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place for a while so my birthday was the perfect opportunity! I was definitely not disappointed as everything I had was spectacular. The two most stand-out items were the scallop satay and passionfruit pandan custard, both of them actually wowed me. The lobster noodles were comforting and decadent and the crab fried rice was neither boring or basic (both of which are fried rice concerns for me). I even tried escargot for the first time and had a pleasant experience. It was also really nice that the restaurant does a birthday treat (mango sorbet with a candle). I will say though, my only complaint was subpar service. Maybe it's because we sat outside or had an early dinner reservation but the waiter was very inattentive and took a very long time to check in on us - whether it was to take orders or receive payment or etc. It also felt like he kept trying to upsell more items, even after we were done ordering. Otherwise, a very successful experience. read more

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A small restaurant storefront tucked away inconspicuously on spring st but offers a punch of flavorful cuisine inside. I liked my first time at Wayan, albeit it had its caveats - mainly in the overuse of a LOT of salt. I absolutely love Indonesian food and the spicy, sour and salty palette of it but there were some dishes like the citrus salad that was borderline inedible because it was so over salted and sour. What makes up for some of these issues were the myriad of dishes that did execute Indonesian fusion quite well. I liked the sashimi, the lobster noodle, and the escargot was phenomenal. All in all, a place I enjoyed and would like to come back read more

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This was like... the best meal I've had coming back to NYC after traveling all summer. Like it was actually mind blowing and amazing!!!!! And this is from someone that has lived in Southeast Asia / has visited Indonesia a few times. First off, vibes are vibinggg!!! The dark interior is very chic and classy. Masks you feel like you're in q fancy restaurant in Indonesia! Service was great too. - Lobster noodles: 10000000000000/10 (literally up there for best dishes I've had this year-- and I've had a LOT of good food this year. The noodles are thin and springy, the type you would find in Indonesian nasi goreng or Korean ramen. The sauce is simply sublime-- buttery with a spicy kick. The lobster inside the dish is also very flavorful.) - Satay platter: 9.5/10 (the shrimp, scallop, and beef satay were all soooo flavorful and cooked to perfection. The beef satay was a bit too salty though) - Octopus: 1000/10 (great appetizer with a smoky flavor) - Crispy pork ribs: 1000/10 (the ribs are cooked so well they just fall off the rib. Sauce is a nice Indonesian satay sauce) - Pandan custard: 100000/10 (the creaminess of the custard goes well with the pomegranate on top. A must order) I was honestly not expecting to be this blown away, but it was truly amazing. I'm still dreaming about their lobster noodles! read more

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Cheddar cheese ice cream Spicy rice Cauliflower Everything was so so good, but the three things above are what I remember best a month later, so I guess they were my favorite! read more

Fantastic happy hour with unique drinks and tasty bites! My friend and I stopped by on a Friday for happy hour. There was no wait for two bar seats and plenty of space. The interior is trendy and the bartenders were friendly! Food & Drink: - Calamansi Fizz: Super refreshing! Perfectly tart and strong. Delish! - Vegetable Spring Rolls: loved the green chili sauce on the side! - Corn Fritters: Must order! So savory and crispy! Our favorite bite of the night! read more

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Wayan is a pretty interesting restaurant from a pretty well known French chef, as it blends Indonesian/South East Asian flavors with French technique. Overall, I left leaving fairly impressed, but a bit short of being wowed. The food is pretty fun takes on Indonesian food, with some interesting combos such as the "escargot rendang," a combo I don't think I would've ever came up with. So is it successful? Mostly. I think the overall execution of the food was good, with highlights being the lobster noodles. Everything was cooked and seasoned quite well, though a couple I thought were just missing a little something. The service was a bit off the day I went. There were a couple orders missed and dishes came out a bit haphazardly. Everything was resolved by our waiter but it's worth noting. read more

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@wayan_nyc is an Indonesian fusion restaurant in the @michelinguide and we were surprised to find how big it actually is and the decor is so nice! The entrees are all on the heavier side so it's better to share with more people, but the small plates are refreshing and delicious. Our waiter was very nice! read more

Wayan - Crispy baby squid - Indonesian Near Me - New York, New York

Ambiance: this spot is so worth going! I really enjoyed the ambience and perf bday dinner! Service: the service was amazing and for my friends birthday she got a candle with ice cream. Very cute and thoughtful Food $$: We got the chefs choice for $78 ish and the amount of food we got was so worth the price Audience: Solo Trip [X] Family Friendly [ X] Friends [X] Date Spot [X] Recommendations/tips: I highly recommend and don't forget to reserve read more

Came here for lunch. The chicken satay bowl is a good value, included shrimp chip, egg, corn fritter and chicken satay over rice. Escargot was yummy but I probably still prefer the traditional preparation. Octopus was really tender and the sauce was delicious. Corn fritter was yummy but I would not have ordered it as a side since it was included in the bowl already and would have tried something else. For a weekday lunch it was not busy at all and not sure why the reservation was so strict on Resy. read more

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Overall: A // 5 stars Wayan has been on my list for a long time, and I'm so glad I finally visited because their menu is just so eye-catching -- I couldn't name a single dish that I didn't want to try. I greatly enjoyed these Southeast Asian flavors done right to pay authentic homage, while still showcasing them through an innovating and captivating lens. I found the staff to be extremely hospitable and just a pleasant experience all around. Highly recommend. (Lamb Skewer: A) - Impressively tender without the gaminess; that chili soy dip is such a flavor booster to add a saline kick to enhance the meat. (Rock Shrimp Skewer: B) - Petite shrimp that are cooked to perfection, with a chili forward seasoning. Had this and the scallop seasoning been swapped, I think it wouldnbe been a great match for both. (Scallop Skewer: C) - Tenderly grilled scallops from expert cooking; unfortunately, the mayo-based sauce does not work for these lean cooked scallops at all, and would work better with the rock shrimp. (Hamachi Tartare: B) - Light and vibrant tartare pairing a leaner fish with some fresh fruit, dollops of guac, and that beautiful puffed rice for great texture. I would've loved to see a more copious amount of the puffed rice showcased in this dish, and this dish could benefit greatly with sprinkle flake salt or a dash of ponzu. (Calamansi Fizz: A) - Bright drink that's easy on the palette with distinct calamansi notes that actually follow through. Very pleasant drink. (Jakarta Cocktail: C) - Accurately described as booze forward, I was very curious about the banana and candlenut pairing, but unfortunately those undertones are too covert to be picked up imo. (Lobster Noodles: A) - Copious amounts of large lobster pieces in this dish that is very pleasant. The noodles have an mushroom-forward umami butter flavor that works really well to pair with the lobster. (Yellow Chicken: A) - The duality between fried and braised chicken in this dish was a very smart choice that provides texture and flavor two ways. It pairs perfectly with that seasoned turmeric yellow rice to soak up that mild curry. (Banana Sundae: A) - Aside from the phalloc presentation, I found the dessert to be perfectly executed to spotlight southeast asian flavors in an elevated way. The ube ice cream is creamy and lusciously earthy; the banana cake is moist and fruit forward, perfect to absorb the creaminess of the ice cream; and a banana brulee just adds a refined elegance to the dish. Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +2 Overall: 5 stars Insta/Beli/Yelp/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

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Wow, everything I ordered here was so good; I especially loved the corn fritter (the hype makes complete sense) and the escargot (the seasoning and sauce they add to the snail is unique and differentiates from typical French escargot. My only complaint is that it's expensive for a tapas spot so I'm not sure if the food is worth the price, but food was great regardless! I would come again just for the corn fritter and escargot, honestly, but would be willing to try other things. Service was nice and attentive and the place is cute, although rather dim. Made reservations and based off the online reservations, it seemed to be busy but it really wasn't when we were there. read more

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A trendy spot serving up Indonesian-fusion eats -- it's dimly-lit and perfect for a celebratory or birthday dinner. I recommend ordering family-style, but note that everything comes out as prepared so the order of the food can feel a bit random. Lobster Noodles are FIRE, so peppery and flavorful -- would come back for this alone! Other faves are Satay (Scallop), Cucumber Mango Salad and Corn Fritter but everything was baseline solid. The Pandan Custard is easily one of my favorite desserts in recent memory, and the cocktails were all unique! read more

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Came with a group of three on a Thursday night and were sat down immediately with no reservation. They serve Indonesian French food, and it is recommended to get 2-3 plates per person. We got the lobster noodle, crab fried rice, octopus, tamarind citrus salad, and a side of corn fritters. All were delicious, favorite was the lobster noodle, salad, and corn fritter. The lobster noodle was rice, the citrus salad was fresh, and corn fritter perfectly crispy. We sat outside and it was lovely but inside seems like a nice dark, moody vibe. read more

Though Wayan doesn't claim to be authentic, the "only thing close to Indonesian was the tamarind on the pork ribs" declared my Indonesian partner. Described as a "modern twist on indonesian cuisine," Wayan twisted so much that it had left that region all together. Not sure how was spent $154 before tax with no alcohol for 3 people, but we were a bit shocked at the portions and attempts at innovation. The avocado gado gado was half an avocado in fish sauce with a smear of something green. I laughed, so we know what gado gado is? This $18 dish was such a scam. Escargot Rendang was... escargot. There was no rendang in the building. But butter was present. Tastes as good as the escargot I had on the Carnival Cruise. $18. Geez I liked the Pork Satay (16). Probably the thinnest amount of meat I've ever seen on a satay, but textures and flavors were great. It's giving izakaya prices. ($3.20 per skewer) Which is fine because it was good. The shrimp noodle (because they were out of lobster) was flavorful and hardy but for $29 I wish the portions matched the price. Crispy Ribs ($35) had a nice zing to it from the tamarind. The only flavor my partner recognized from that region of Asia. Solid protein. The yellow rice side ($7) was a disaster. The mushiest rice I've ever had. Did you do the finger trick in your rice cooker or naw? It was a worse than day old and poorly cooked. We should have sent it back honestly. It was embarrassing for them to mess up rice. The $14 mocktail Coco Gembira was another scam. This should be half the price for the ingredients. Finally the dessert, the Pandan Custard at $17. Good but not at that price. It was covered with passion fruit jam. Sweet and tasty. The next day we went to Kopitiam to make up for this overpriced disaster. He gave Wayan 2.5 stars for the attempt. The venue is always beautiful. But looking around at the clientele at Wayan we realized this type of meal was meant for someone else. read more

Wayan - Pork Ribs with Tamarind ($35) - Indonesian Near Me - New York, New York

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Hum... I wanted to eat at Ma de, not far from this restaurant but they are closed for private function. Damn! They told me that Wayan, next door, is opened. I didn't really want to come here because I already looked at their menu photos from yelp. But I was so HUNGRY! The hell with it, I decided to try it. This restaurant is a fusion Indonesian-French. If you are looking for authentic Indonesian, THIS IS NOT THE PLACE! So, I am giving my review based on the cuisine type they claim to be: Indonesian-French. I love cooking (friends told me to open my own restaurant million times, but hell NO, it's just my hobby of pleasing my belly). First, I ordered Passion Fruit Pandan cocktail. I give this cocktail ** (2 stars). I can't taste any pandan at all, passion fruit yes, but I started to wonder if there is any alcohol in the drink at all. If yes, SO WEAK! At $18 happy hour price, adding a little more alcohol in it won't make them bankrupt! Very disappointed!!! For my main dishes: 1. Homemade crackers with sambal terasi fusion sauce. Hum, homemade? You mean you bought the crackers and fried them? Is that considered homemade? ‍‍ I guess my expectation was too high in the word 'homemade'. The sauce? Hum, quite yummy. I can't taste any taste the terasi (shrimp paste). I love it. **** (4 stars) 2. Grilled Octopus. There is a bit of spiciness in the sauce, it's tasty! The squid is grilled to perfection, which I'm quite impressed. I expected the squid will taste like eating a rubber hair band, but they are not. Overall I give **** (4 stars) 3. Escargot with Rendang sauce. Man, I love escargot, western style, Indo style, Japanese style, basically any style! This one claims to have rendang sauce so in my mind, I expected the real rendang sauce. Well, rendang sauce is way too sweet. Maybe Rendang sauce in France is sweet. I don't know! I am just disappointed with it. I finished it all because I love escargot and I was hungry. *** (3 stars) 4. Per recommendation, I ordered the fried rice as the side. Aarrgghhh! It's lack of flavor but rich in color. It's alright. *** (3 stars) read more

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Delivered on all of my expectations! I'm in a foodie group with my cousins where we try a new restaurant every month and Wayan has been on our list for a while. It did not disappoint at all! We love that it's a family style restaurant because we always share everything so that we can try as much of the menu as possible! We started with the trio of Satays - scallop, shrimp, and lamb. We loved them all but the scallops were our top choice. For entrees, we got the lobster pasta, ribs, and Bronzino. We went with the corn fritters and brussel sprouts as side dishes. Our server raved that the corn fritters were legendary and you know what, she wasn't lying! Those and the lobster pasta might have been my favorite things. Lastly, I love tequila and I love avocado so I went with the devil's avocado for my cocktail and it was so tasty and refreshing! On top of the incredible food, the service was wonderful as well. Our server made excellent recommendations and she was very attentive. The restaurant is also larger than we realized. From the entrance, it feels small but it's not at all. I love that some tables have a view of the kitchen. I'd love to sit there the next time we dine at Wayan. We can't wait to visit Wayan again! read more

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Great meal and service. Amazing flavors and such a good menu for restaurant week too! Go n enjoy read more

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So good! Hands down one of my favorite restaurants in NYC, I came here for lunch with a friend and we shared a chicken satay bowl, a papaya salad, and the Pandan French toast and each item was fantastic. The papaya-pear salad had so much flavor and paired with the hot sauce they give you, it was flavorful, refreshing and complex at the same time. The chicken satay bowl was also delicious, with crispy rice, peanut sauce coated grilled chicken, and veggies with corn fritters; I have to come back for this bowl cause it was everything I wanted in one. The French toast with grilled pineapple wasn't too sweet and was so moist with all the milk it almost reminded me of a grilled tres leches, which was so good. It came with a pandan/kaya jam that was perfection. I have to come back for dinner since this meal was unforgettable. read more

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Really love this French Indonesian combo. Lively energetic atmosphere and friendly service as well. Got the escargot rendeng which o really liked. Not at all what I was expecting, but the tomato-ey onion-ey jam was great and the bread was toasted buttery perfection. Heard the lobster noodles were a must and they stole the show for me. Corn fritter also delicious - the sweet and savory sauce was reminiscent of British Indian club food a little. The only miss was the lemongrass chicken which was lacking in flavor and would skip next time. read more

I had been wanting to try Wayan for a while (mainly for the lobster noodles). That dish was my least favorite though because the lobster was so overcooked it was practically rubber. Get the corn fritters ($14)! I could have eaten 3 orders of those for dinner and been happy. Portions are small and prices are high -$38 for the lobster noodles, $10 for a tiny after dinner shot, $17 for a pretty small cookie skillet (I finished most of it myself). The dessert was everything I would want in a cookie skillet & I liked the subtle saltiness the grated cheese added. I think the lobster noodles are probably hit or miss depending on the cook of the lobster read more

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Went to Wayan a few nights ago, had a 5:30 reservation which I recommend because it is small and it gets busy. We purposefully chose to sit at the kitchen bar so we could watch the meals be prepared. We liked that it was a little bit out of the way and less busy. We were greeted by our server who stated normally people order 2 to 3 items off the menu each, to share. This sounded like a lot to me but what ever. We ordered a round of drinks. I don't remember the name of mine but boy, was it good. It had kiwi, horseradish, vodka and I forget what else. If I had finished both of them I probably would have been on the floor. The server had some recommendations on what to order and went to get our drinks. We ordered the following: 1 Montauk Shrimp Satay (which is 5 pieces of shrimp), octopus a la plancha, lobster noodles and one side Eggplant Balado. Out of the 4 items , only one was suggested to by our server (lobster noodles), I mention this because when we told him what we wanted, he visibly disapproved. He was rather pushy about our choices and seemed to want us to change them, and order more. We both took to be rather rude. I have never had this happen before and this was not appreciated. I don't know if the supervisors try to get the servers to upsell, but we had plenty of food and wee not hungry. For this I minus a star. The food is the star. It is excellent. Plenty of flavor, nice amount of spice, just the right amount of kick. My favorites were the lobster and the octopus. The space is cute and thees a nice ambiance. The bathrooms are nice too. read more

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While planning a recent dinner with a friend, they asked me to provide a list of places that I really wanted to try. Wayan had been on my list for YEARS, but my companion spotted it and exclaimed that they had never heard of the place. I mentioned that it was from Cédric Vongerichten, the son of the famed Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, and that I had been so curious about it. My friend agreed to check it out and reserved seats at the chef's counter. The restaurant was beautiful! The dim lighting and industrial vibes made the place feel exclusive and secretive. There was a front dining area for large groups that included the bar, the chef's counter in the middle, and another dining room just beyond that. The flimsy, high-top stools at the counter were almost impossible to maneuver, but were reasonably comfortable once we got settled. The seats gave us a prime view of the meal preparations happening on the other side of the glass divider. Our waitress, Korissa, stopped by immediately to check in us and was a complete joy for the entire experience. Since we ordered so many menu items, I am going to list them out with my thoughts: DRINKS: Devil's Avocado - tequila, mezcal, avocado, spicy honey --This was smokey, creamy, and spicy, but, thankfully, did not have a ton of honey flavor. I am not a fan of honey at all. Passion Project - black tea, lemon, passion fruit, mint, soda - non-alcoholic, but I added tequila --Crisp, refreshing, and tart. I preferred this to the avocado drink, but both were great. Mini Kopi Shot - cinnamon reposado tequila, espresso, coconut milk --Creamy, sweet shot that I sipped along with dessert FOOD: Scallop Satay - chiltepin butter, makrut lime --Scallops were cooked PERFECTLY and the creamy, tart marinade was delicious! Octopus a la Plancha (small plate) - roasted fennel, sweet chili sauce, cilantro --Grilled octopus was tender, but the flavorful roasted fennel was the real star of the dish Escargot Rendang (small plate) - toasted brioche, garlic-herb butter, lime --Traditional French escargot with an Asian flare. The gooey butter sauce was heavenly drizzled over the toasted bread. One of our favorite dishes of the evening! Lobster Noodles (large plate) - Indo noodle (similar to a Lo Mein noodle), black pepper butter, Thai basil --Soft, long pasta with chunks of lobster in a creamy pepper sauce. Another top dish! Peekytoe Crab Fried Rice (large plate) - kerupuk (fish cracker), cilantro --Not typically a fried rice fan, but this one was great! It offered a lot of textures and big chunks of crab. Eggplant Balado (side dish) --Eggplant stewed in a spicy Indonesian paste that was packed with flavor Corn Fritter (side dish) --The only thing that I was "meh" on. It was just way too doughy and fried. Chocolate Ganache (dessert) - avocado ice cream, coffee sauce --A ring of ganache topped with chocolate crunchies and coffee sauce. Creamy, rich, and decadent! The avocado ice cream was more interesting than a scoop of vanilla, but it was not very memorable in comparison to the heavenly sweet chocolate pastry. Everything was really just so well-executed, beautifully-presented, and simply delicious! I could see why Wayan continues to remain a trendy hotspot so many years past their opening. read more

Two of us came on Sunday 1pm and there were plenty of tables. Tried Thai Diner first but it was a 40 min wait. We tried: Escargot again: still a great fusion dish. Lobster noodles: this was disappointing. The noodles had the texture of instant noodles and the taste profile was an earthy one which itself was good but thought it overpowered the Lobster. Didn't get much of a seafood taste from this. Nasi Gila: a brunch style fried rice. The sausage in this was good. Overall fine, but not a must get. read more

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Have been here twice now and had excellent experiences both times. The ambiance inside is so beautiful especially if you are seated in the back room (the restaurant is super narrow and long). The service is always super friendly and attentive without being overbearing. They are super busy and usually booked up so you can expect to be asked to leave once your reservation time is up! Highly recommend the branzino, lobster noodles, and any of the veggie sides. The seafood is consistently fresh and the flavors are a beautiful fusion of Indonesian flavors! read more

TLDR: Unassuming vibe but really good fusion cuisine! The service was so nice, the waitress was kind and helpful. We felt really welcome. All the dishes were cooked perfectly and the noodles in particular were a highlight! read more

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I wanted to love this place but it fell a little short. The satay and tartare were absolutely delicious but I was underwhelmed by the lobster noodles. Don't get me wrong, they're pretty tasty but they're not 'best noodles I've ever had' tasty. Also, the waiter was not the friendliest after we ordered less food than he recommended - not sure if he was trying to get a bigger tip or what but we still ordered a decent amount so that was odd.... we just wanted to save food for after dinner drinks! Overall good but not mind blowing read more

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Nice ambience, a bit loud. Would it preferred to sit in the front as that seemed quieter, but there is a lot of seating in the back. Started off with the scallop - Great buttery sauce, well seared scallop, and juicy. Then we got the Hamachi, very flavorful and light. The grilled Bronzino had a nice flavor, good, good tomato covering with broccolini underneath, juicy fish that has been deboned, with a line sauce underneath. We also got the corn fritters, which were crispy and the unique side. We added on the brussels sprouts but honestly, that was probably not worth it. Overall, great service (refilling water) nice atmosphere, great food, just be warned pricey for the portion size. Large plates are not that large. read more

I was in awe at the ambiance as the hostess led us to our seats in the back. You can tell the decor was well thought out. The place is dimly lit with a lamp above each table ensuring you get the best lighting for your food pics. Now on to the food... Satays: ~ Scallop (5/5) - Really flavorful and perfectly cooked ~ Chicken (3/5) - Just okay. It went well with the peanut sauce ~ Shrimp (2/5) - Flavorless. Disappointed that it was shrimp paste and not actual shrimp pieces ~ Nasi Goreng (1/5) - Flavorless ~ Corn Fritters (5/5) - Crispy and tasty. Who doesn't love corn? ~ Escargot Rendang (3/5) - A little overcooked and sweet which threw me off. The bread that it came with was very toasted and too crunchy for my liking. My friends enjoyed it though. ~ Lobster Noodles (2/5) - Not sure if they really used indomie but the noodles resembled instant noodles. The dish was considered a "large" plate, but the actual size was far from large. The amount of pepper in this dish was way too much. It overpowered all the other flavors. Cannot justify the price of this dish. ~ Crispy Pork Ribs (4/5) - Ribs were tasty and fall off the bone tender. Good balance of sweet and savory. Wish there were more pieces or meat though. All in all, prices are pretty steep for what you get. You'd be mostly paying for the ambiance here. read more

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