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Wok Wok

4.0 (1.3k reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
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Josephine L.

I must've passed Wok Wok a hundred times and never noticed it until I was steered down its entrance stairs one Sat morning for what turned out to be a surprisingly delicious Malaysian lunch. The Curry Frying Roti was properly flaky and buttery, with just the right amount of crispiness and chewiness in equal parts. The accompanying curry dipping sauce was everything it should be. For entrees, my Fish Head Noodle Soup was a hearty, filling, pescatarian lover's bowl of savory broth and umami--without the heaviness of laksa and coconut milk that most Malaysian noodle soups have (not that I'm complaining). The Signature Wok-Hei Stir-Fried Noodle Style had a nice smokiness and a generous portion of veggies/meat--it's not in the same league as what I enjoyed on the streets of Penang, but that's almost unfair to compare. Finally, the silky Hainanese Chicken was definitely one of the better ones I've had in terms of texture and flavor, though it didn't come with the broth-flavored ginger-scallion rice that traditionally accompanies it--so that kind of sucked. We arrived just after 11am, and by 12:15pm, the place was full. It was nice to see, considering how blink-and-you'll-miss the location is. Malaysian still has a long way to go to reach the level of prestige and creativity enjoyed by other Asian cuisines in the West, but at least spots like Wok Wok keep the hometown feel alive.

Chicken & Prawn White Curry Laksa
Holly C.

We came to Wok Wok with a group and ordered quite a few dishes to share: the roti, grilled chicken satay, crispy prawn rolls, chicken & prawn white curry laksa, Penang char kway teow, half Hainanese chicken with chicken rice, house special fried rice, and the lychee grass jelly drink. Overall, I thought the flavors were quite authentic and really enjoyed the stir-fried dishes. The Penang char kway teow and house special fried rice had that nice wok hei that gave them a smoky, fragrant flavor. The roti was also enjoyable, and the grilled chicken satay was tender and flavorful. The Hainanese chicken was one of my favorites. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the accompanying sauces were flavorful and complemented the chicken and rice really well. The curry laksa was also rich and flavorful, although I personally wished they included tofu puffs, which are one of my favorite parts of a good laksa. The biggest disappointment was the lychee grass jelly drink. It was much too sweet for my taste and seemed more like syrup with just three pieces of canned lychee and some grass jelly. I was hoping for a more refreshing drink with a better balance of flavors. My other complaint is that the portion sizes felt a little on the smaller side, especially considering that we were sharing several dishes. That said, the food itself was generally flavorful and authentic, and the wok hei in the stir-fried dishes was definitely a highlight. I'd come back for the savory dishes, but would probably skip the drink next time.

Ikan pari bakar -  stingray
Sarah A.

Solid Malaysian food. The white curry laksa was a favorite as well as the roti canai. The curry is for both is quite spicy for someone like me who cannot tolerate much spice. I was able to eat it with breaks in between and a Thai milk tea to soothe the fire in my mouth. Hainanese chicken was really good, half portion is quite large. Didn't like the roti murtabak as much. I saw on IG they have a stingray dish called ikan pari bakar that's not on the menu so we ordered it with the auntie. It takes a while to make so if you're in a rush, place the order first and then place the rest of your order. Not sure if it was pan-fried or grilled (the IG video says pan-fried, but Google recipes say this dish is grilled...). The meat was surprisingly tender, but a bit "stringy" in texture. Wouldn't say it's a fish I would wanna order again, but I'm glad to have tried stingray for the first time!

B8 Thai Pineapple Fried Rice W1 Penang Char Kway Teow
Ruby N.

Wok Wok has so many options to choose from and is a great spot to visit even if you want a smaller bite. I ordered a delicious noodle soup that was hearty and flavorful. Their stir fried noodle options are also great and super saucy! Definitely worth visit :)

(L)Penang Char Kway Teow
Sharon C.

Wok Wok brings me back to my grandma's Malaysian cooking. The service is friendly & welcoming, making the dining experience all the better. You must start out with roti canai, the roti is so insanely crispy & chewy, with spicy, deeply flavored curry. For mains, char kway teow, bee hoon, nasi lemak, & white penang curry laksa are must tries. Each dish has its own unique flavor profile & truly gooood wok hei.

Dylan H.

Decent Malaysian place in basement. Small line for late Sunday lunch. Menu looked promising Service is mid but on par with Asian spots in Chinatown First dish was beef rendang -- avoid. Not good at all. Small portion, inconsistent texture and too much cumin. Nyona's is much better. Oyster pancake was tasty. The hot pot rice was flavorful. We got the one with eggplant and salty fish. Highlight was the traditional watercrest veggie dish. Very well cooked and seasoned. Hainanese chicken was on par with everywhere else. Ended with mango sticky rice which is always good!

Ais Kacang/ABC. Listed as Malay style Halo Halo. Very solid version
Glenn C.

Review Disclaimer: I went to this place with some others, including a friend of the chef, so we were treated very well. Regardless of this potential bias, they make a seriously good white laksa here, which is easily what I would recommend the most, along with the Murtabak and ABC. As mentioned, I went with some people to this place a while back. They serve food from all across Southeast Asia, but are primarily a specialist in Malaysian food, and I would recommend going with those dishes. The owner is very friendly, and they weren't super crowded, but we were at a bit of an off-peak time. They've also apparently gotten a lot more crowded since then, as a bunch of TikTok and Instagram people talked about this place, which I'm glad about. I didn't bother with a drink, and we had tea and/or water, with me sticking with tea. First arriving was the very tasty Roti Murtabak, or freshly pan-fried roti pancake folded with layers of egg and spiced minced chicken with a side of potato and chicken curry as a dipping sauce. I have had this from a few other places, and these were particularly good, with the roti texture being much flakier than usual. The chicken inside was nicely spiced, and the curry on the side had a good depth of flavor. Another very good appetizer was the Beef Satay served with peanut sauce. The beef had a good char to it, and it was tender and tasty, and the peanut sauce was properly thick. This was also very good, and comparable to Curry House, while being better than West New Malaysia/Nyonya, with my only preference being Makan House, far south in Brooklyn. My least favorite of the appetizers was the Thai-style spring rolls, but it wasn't that they were bad in any way, but more that the other two were excellent. They were freshly fried and piping hot, but the filling was standard, making them the most generic of the other dishes. Still perfectly serviceable. The favorite of the main dishes was easily the Penang White Curry Laksa, or curry egg noodles with shredded chicken, shrimp, and fish cake, served in a coconut milk-based soup with a spoonful of their in-house chili paste. It was spicy, sweet, and savory with tender chicken, bouncy fish cakes, and perfectly cooked noodles. We were already quite full from other dishes, as this was one of the later entrees we got, but I used the last bit of savory room to finish this. This was better than the curry laksa in any of my previous favorite places, and was very decently priced. Would heavily recommend. They also had a good version of Ikan Bakar, or grilled skate, served with sambal. The skate was well roasted, and the sambal wasn't just spicy, but also had some other good flavors. Last was the Rendang Beef Stew, listed as an aromatic blend of their special chili paste, shallots, and lemongrass, and slow-cooked with fresh coconut milk. In terms of rendang, I prefer the dry style, and this was that type, but it wasn't the best, as some other spots have more depth of flavor. I also wish the beef chunks were a bit less chewy. The coconut rice on the side was very flavorful, though. Last was the Ais Kacang/ABC, listed as Malaysian-style Halo-Halo on the menu. It was a tasty version with a variety of beans and jellies on top of shaved ice with some syrups and ice cream. I would recommend it also. I liked the food here, and I am glad they are doing well. We had a couple of definite favorites, and I would recommend this place, at least for those dishes.

This place is so cute!
Chieko C.

The food here was delicious. Laksa noodles were so good, and the secret menu crispy pork belly dish was my favorite. The crab Rangoons were good, which is hard to mess up on. I would skip the mango sticky rice unless the mangos are in season. We got this as dessert but it wasn't in season, so the mangos were hard. The service was great, but the wait was insanely long. It took us over an hour to be seated and they are a very busy establishment with a small staff. The ambiance was clean, and you take stairs down to eat. I would come back here because the food is really flavorful and good, but only if it's not busy and a long wait.

David H.

If you like New West Malaysia two blocks away, you'll probably like Wok Wok. It has a similar ambience but a slightly lower price point. One drawback right off the bat though is the staircase going down from the street level -- yep, the restaurant is located in the basement. Service was mixed. We had to seat ourselves and waited more than five minutes before anyone came over with menus. The food also took a while, around 20 to 25 minutes. Surprisingly, though, we were served tea without asking, and the manager did stop by near the end to ask how we liked the dishes and to thank us as we were getting ready to leave. The menu is elaborate, with every dish accompanied by a color photo, laminated and organized into logical sections, and bound together in a spiral book. We ordered two rice dishes: Nasi Lemak with Rendang (Beef). The rice wasn't really elevated by any hint of coconut, but the rendang beef had the bold, rich and complex flavor, reminiscent of mole sauce in terms of taste. Very tasty and satisfying. Thai Lemongrass Stone Pot Rice Bowl (Pork). It came with a flare, sizzling. The taste was forgettable but the temperature and texture of the rice grabbed hold of my attention. It was piping hot almost till the very last bite. We plan to be back for more.

Jenny L.

Just tried this place out as so many ppl were raving about it!! It's ok!! Food was flavorful!! Portions were very small, I had to order 4 dishes to get full! Wheww!! A bit on the pricey side & don't even get me started with service!! You have to flag someone down, anytime you want something!! You order from the QR Code on your table so you can't even ask questions!! What has dining turning into?? I had to wait about 15 mins just to get my check!! So according to them, tips are calculated after taxes not before!! On the upside, they take credit cards & my chicken bones were all deboned & the entrance ambiance was nice!! Waitress was only nice when I left them a good tip in the end!! Sigh

Curry Frying Roti
Lynn N.

I went to Wok Wok to try their dishes, but unfortunately it was a crazy long wait. We decided to get take out instead, and walked around while waiting for our order, which took about 30-40 minutes. Inside of Wok Wok was very cute though, with good space, good seating. Service was also great and they are doing their best!! When I got the food, I made sure to eat it right away while it was warm. The Roti Canai was good, the roti was crispy and slightly sweet. My friend really liked the curry, though I thought it was a bit oily for my taste? Maybe I like more creamier curries instead. The Panang White Curry Laksa was what I was looking forward to, but it also a bit too oily, and not creamy enough for my palette. Regardless, the egg noodles are the superior noodles (I got combination and only ate the egg noodles), and the protein toppings were cooked well. I'm really glad I gave Malaysian food a try!

Nancy L.

The restaurant is located in the basement; the air conditioning could be stronger, especially on hot days. That said, the staff were friendly, attentive, and thoughtful throughout our meal. The food was decent, and the prices are very reasonable for Chinatown--honestly quite affordable by NYC standards. It's a great spot for a casual lunch or dinner if you're looking for quick bites and good food. The dining space isn't very large, so it's better suited for individuals or small groups rather than large gatherings. Overall, I'd come back for the food, service, and value.

The sign leading down the stairs
Angela L.

This restaurant is located down a flight of stairs. It is larger than it looks inside but the tables were pretty close to each other. My cousin and I were seated in a tight area with tables on either sides of us. They asked if we wanted water or tea and we choose tea. I got the chicken rendang nasi lemak. My cousin got the tom yum seafood noodle soup and Thai iced tea (the soup was too spicy for her). I enjoyed my rendang. It had a slight heat but not overwhelming. The nasi lemak was flavorful and went well with the rice. The price was resonable and service was fast.

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My family and I have been eating at this restaurant for several years, beginning when they were…read morelocated in the tunnel. It's a cozy place. You get quick service, friendly & polite staff, hot food, cold water and hot tea ($2.95 per pot). We enjoyed hot plates of choy kway teow, hokkien mee, sarong burong, steamed but served room-temp hainanese chicken, coconut rice, white rice and Shanghainese bok choy with garlic sauce. Even though the Shanghainese bok choy has garlic sauce, it tasted more like a light soy sauce. The sarong burong was our first time ordering from this restaurant. That taro nest has a fluffy interior and crispy exterior, it's not greasy IMO. And the shrimp, chicken, mushrooms, bamboo shoots mixed with some sort of soy sauce mixture ladled on top of the nest was delicious, a great compliment to the nest. And, I find the prices to be fair. I'll be dining here again!

My Mee Siam with shrimp was delicious! I've been a longtime customer for over 30 years, going back…read moreto when they were at their old location. One issue I encountered this time was the $30 minimum for credit card payments. I forgot to bring cash, so although I was dining in, I had to order additional food to take home just to reach the $30 minimum. It would be more convenient if they were a little more flexible with the dining minimum, and I think a large, clearly visible sign stating that credit cards are accepted only for purchases of $30 or more would be helpful. The service was nothing special, but that's pretty typical for Chinatown. You come here primarily for the delicious, authentic food. The restaurant also looked clean. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the food, but I hope they make the credit card policy more transparent and flexible.

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West New Malaysia - Interior / Dine-In Area 2

Interior / Dine-In Area 2

West New Malaysia - Satay Tofu

Satay Tofu

West New Malaysia - Satay Tofu

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Wok Wok - chinese - Updated October 2026

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