The char koay teow was very authentic and reminiscent of ones we got from hawker stalls in Singapore. The dry curry chicken packed a lot of flavor while having a thick curry sauce. The water spinach was solid with a nice hint of shrimp paste. Very satisfying and filling meal.

No complaints at Ipoh Garden. Ladies were very nice and the place was clean. Roti is the best and the basil rice was something I had never had before. The fish was very flavorful and meaty. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal!

Friendly staff and yummy Malaysian food. Everything is tasty, The only suggestion is to put some salt in the Hainanese chicken so it has a base savory flavor that would make it even better with the sauces. The owner also top it off with bonus desserts for our family. We will definitely be back!

Loved their food. Only thing is they ran out of the Malaysian pulled tea or Teh tarik. If you need to park, you can park on the street. It may be difficult to find parking when they are busy, so you may need to call ahead and ask where you can park. They have authentic Malaysian dishes. We love ordering the Roti canai with curry sauce as an appetizer or side dish. They have delicious veggie dishes like eggplant, Kang Kung Belachan and Tofu.

R K

We have been to Ipoh Garden quite a few times over the years and the food has been consistently good. My favorites are Kang Kung (water spinach), okra belachon, roti canai, and basil chicken. The food is very flavorful without being too salty. The coconut rice was a great accompaniment to balance out the flavors. The char kway teow isn’t quite as tasty as the ones I’ve had in Malaysia but it’s pretty good. The service was super friendly. They are very honest with how much you should be ordering because they talked me out of ordering too much. It was busy but they were hustling to make sure everyone was attended to. The restaurant is clean with murals from the Penang street art. There is parking on the street and across the way in a lot. They take credit card but there are signs that they prefer cash. Definitely a great place to go for Malaysian food!

Max Tran

We tried the popular dishes here. They have the best hainanese chicken in the area. I'm surprised as this seems to be a fusion restaurant while a Chinese restaurant nearby specializes in this dish. The sauce for this dish was spot on. The meat was still moist and tender. Roti Canan is another highlight. I like the texture. Charkoay Teow was just ok. Okra is the disappointment. Its shrimp paste sauce was truly underwhelming. They prepared the okra correctly but sadly the sauce didn't make it stand out. Nice setting overall but the air was stuffed with the cigarette smell.

Sameet Sapra

Casual, tasty and affordable! This isn’t the best Malaysian you can get but it hits all of the right flavors! The standouts are the roti canai and char kway. The hainanese chicken is boneless too.

Marshal

Overall 4.5 out of 5 THE GOOD ° Roti was crunchy, yet chewy. Beautiful. - the curry served with it was wonderfully flavored. ° Nasi Lemak took me back to when I was in Malaysia ~15 years ago. - The wing that came with it was so good! Wish there was more than one. - Filled me up, couldn't even finish it all THE BAD ° The hard-boiled egg with the Nasi Lemak still had some shell still left on it. THE UGLY ° (minor gripe) feel like the place could be tidied up just a little bit. - But it also just gives authentic vibes to it.

Tiffany Chen

Our new Friday night spot away from the fray. We ordered the roti canai, acar, laksa mee, and Ipoh chicken flat noodle soup. The acar was my favorite - the crunchy salty sweet veggies were a nice accompaniment for the rest of the dinner. The drinks were also good! We ordered grass jelly Soymilk and Malaysian tea.

safiah boyong

Looking for real Malaysian flavors? Come to Garden in Millbrae has you covered! From rich curries to mouthwatering noodles, every dish feels like home. Come hungry and bring your friends — it’s a feast you’ll remember

Abhishek Prasad

Authentic Malaysian food in the Bay Area. Very warm and friendly service. Food comes very quickly and is finger-licking good. Over-ordered so that I can have the food day-after too

Alzila

I have been here many times, mainly when I got off the bart for a quick meal before working in the area. The staffs here are very welcoming, well trained and understanding where each of my visits were all satisfying. Their menu consists of appetizers, Malaysian specialties, soup, rice dishes, desserts, drinks and much more. Everything is made from scratch which is always a plus for me and I never mind the wait since I am a very patient person. I highly recommend this place to all Asian food lovers, to anyone willing to try something new or if you just so happen to be in the area just like me. I definitely will be back to tryout the other delicious options they have to offer.

Amy Li

The char koay teow was very authentic and reminiscent of ones we got from hawker stalls in Singapore. The dry curry chicken packed a lot of flavor while having a thick curry sauce. The water spinach was solid with a nice hint of shrimp paste. Very satisfying and filling meal.

Michael W.

I rated restaurants on both food and service. Ipoh Garden Malaysian Cuisine received my 5-star rating in both of these categories. The dining room is a little dated, but it doesn’t affect me to enjoy the delicious food and experience of their excellent service. The Hainanese Chicken is one of the best I have ever tried in California. The Mee Siam is very yummy, too! This is the restaurant I’ll keep in my favorite list near the SFO. I’m sure I’ll come back and try more dishes soon.

Bill Lai

Friendly staff and yummy Malaysian food. Everything is tasty, The only suggestion is to put some salt in the Hainanese chicken so it has a base savory flavor that would make it even better with the sauces. The owner also top it off with bonus desserts for our family. We will definitely be back!

The K Green Show

No complaints at Ipoh Garden. Ladies were very nice and the place was clean. Roti is the best and the basil rice was something I had never had before. The fish was very flavorful and meaty. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal!

WillDrive4Food

Love the staff at Ipoh. The food is always consistently good.

Jean Emmanuel

Loved their food. Only thing is they ran out of the Malaysian pulled tea or Teh tarik. If you need to park, you can park on the street. It may be difficult to find parking when they are busy, so you may need to call ahead and ask where you can park. They have authentic Malaysian dishes. We love ordering the Roti canai with curry sauce as an appetizer or side dish. They have delicious veggie dishes like eggplant, Kang Kung Belachan and Tofu.

Looking for Asian food , and saw other reviews of the place and decided to try it. Terrific I had red curry chicken, wife had cumin lamb And spring rolls , chicken rice also. Both dishes great flavor, I like heat , not necessary here, flavor of red curry was amazing , lamb was very good .

Ordered the Curry Laksa and Chicken Satay. The chicken satay is good as expected. The Laksa Mee is not bad but I do prefer the Singaporean laksa better!

This rare-find Millbrae Malaysian serves up a menu abounding with too many tempting options. Nasi lemak represents a nice smorgasbord of flavor — coconut rice served with crispy chicken wing, curry chicken, hard boiled egg and cold pickle accompaniments. Go with a large group or accept that trying your way through the authentic assortment of dishes will require more than a few seatings.

Pictures don't do the tastes justice. The flavors are authentic and unique. A must if you like Malaysian flavors

Outstanding Malaysian food minutes from SFO for either coming or going! Fantastic char qway tao and Hainanese chicken rice

Very authentic Malaysian-Chinese food. The Char kuey teow and Mango Fish were incredible. Reminded me of the food I’ve had in Brunei and Malaysia.

Best fried kway teow(Flat noodles) 👍👍👍👍👍 Nasi Lemak (Coconut milk rice) is awesome 👍👍👍👍👍

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arrived near closing time and got incredible service and food 🙏

I love this place so much!!! The food is amazing and the servers are some of the nicest people. Can’t recommend enough

Wow. The food was so good. We ordered a ton and took leftovers, and were very glad for it. Also, the kind server had a very warm smile and his jovial attitude made the experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere is super casual - but don’t let that deter you. Food is great.

We ordered three items for delivery and all were incredibly delicious. We will most definitely order again.

Had three dishes that were typically Malaysian. Really enjoyed the experience. Nasi lemak and roti were excellent. The hainanese chicken is a healthier option and also tasty

Love the food here and such an amazing family running it. We feel at home every time we come here and everything is just amazing

Great atmosphere with super friendly staff. Went on super bowl weekend and they were busy. The food is a little different than what I had in KL, but it was still very good.

If you are looking for a very good and authentic Hainanese Chicken they are the best here in Milbrae. Always come to order this. Super Yummy The staff are very nice too. Kudos to the Chef.

My favorite Malaysian restaurant in the Bay. The flavors are unique and a nice departure from the many East Asian eateries dotting the peninsula. My go-tos are a veggie belachan (usually okra or green beans), cumin lamb, and the chicken noodle soup. The Hainan chicken is pretty good too!

I used to go to IPOH with large groups, but haven’t been able to since moving to the city. So when there’s a chance to be in the Millbrae area, we always go here. Ipoh is a great place to dine for any party size. They can accommodate individuals, couples, families, and large group parties. The restaurant is clean. Service is great - the ladies still remember me every time I visit. Food is amaaaaaaazing. I think they have the best laksa and mango fish. I tried others, but nothing compares to theirs. We always order roti canai, mango fish, and laksa mee. Always fresh and delicious. Definitely recommend this place!

+3

Great Malaysian food! We had Roti Canai as starter, crispy chili fish and the best lamb leg curry. Perfect place to have dinner after dropping people off at the airport!

Had a very nice Hainan Chicken rice for lunch (on par with what I’ve had in Singapore, Malaysia, and HK). Good service and vibe. Will definitely be back

Authentic delicious Malaysian food with fast service and affordable prices! Right off of Millbrae bart, walking distance Portion is large and fair! I grew up in Malaysia and this place definitely is the place I go to when I’m craving Malaysian food, closest to best Malaysian fixing to Sf. The menu is huge and has many options. I have had a few dishes here and would recommend the following: 1. roti canai (comes with two pieces) So crunchy and yummy with the curry 2. Char koay teow (amazing stir fried noodles) 3. Nasi lemak 4. Chicken rice

+6

Overall this restaurant serves very good Malaysian food. Being from Malaysia I have been yearning for some good Malaysian food and they definitely satisfied my cravings. The Kangkung Belacan and roti canai are the best, just like in Malaysia. We also had red curry chicken (a little more chicken would be nice), dry lamb curry and mee siam which were quite good, definitely not greasy. They would be perfect if I had ordered them spicy. The staff are very nice. I would definitely come back for more.

My only go to place in the Bay Area, never disappoints. Fast efficient and delicious. I highly recommend the char kuey teow.

We stopped here for lunch and the experience was authentic and awesome as everyone from our group left the place with a smile. Really yummy Malaysian food.A must visit.

+6

My favorite Malaysian restaurant! Used to go here a few times a month, but no longer work in the area. Still crave their food and sometimes willingly make the 30 minute drive just to eat here.

The food was fantastic, the service staff was super friendly, and the prices were great, particularly for the Bay Area, I highly recommend eating here! If possible bring cash as they prefer cash payments to keep food costs down for customers.

Came here after the airport and the food was absolutely delicious, this is now my favorite restaurant in the area! The staff are very friendly as well. The Char kway teow and prawn mee were amazing and I also really enjoyed the eggplant balachan. I can’t wait to come back again in the future.

Delicious food, flavor is great. Lots of dishes choices. Love the lychee drink 😍. And the service is great!! We Definitely adding this place to our favorite restaurant list!

Excellent Malaysian restaurant. Close to SFO airport on El Camino Real in Millbrae. Friendly service. Everything I had here was super good.

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Laksa Mee - fragrant and creamy mildly spicy soup with round chewy noodles Roti Chanai - crisp with a dipping sauce Char kway teow - delicious oily flat rice noodles Cute casual decor, good service

Food is tasty and portion is generous. The food is not spicy even for dishes that is supposed to be, which I guess fit the locals.

+2

Always a great place to eat. Great food, Asian tea & coffee, and an awesome staff. CAUTION: When getting there, on Millbrae Avenue, from 101 be very careful. At least 3 San Mateo County Sherrffs on motorcycles are usually hiding next to Peter's Cafe, right at the junction with El Camino Real. While seated at Ipoh Gardens we saw them ticket so many motorists for the slightest offenses. Bon Appétit otherwise

Amazing Malaysian food! Flavorful and portion sizes are pretty good. Service is good too.

Ohhhh I love this place. I love their shrimp paste stir fry watercress Sambal Belacan, with or without beef. I order it sooooo often that they all know my name my face and probably even my credit card number (jk). One time they were super surprised when I asked for a menu “wait… you always order the same thing” and actually I didn’t order that that one single time. Just. What can I say? 10 out of 10. Their curry is good. Stir fry is good. Just awesomeness all around.

Good food! Sort of reasonable price friendly service , a party of 5, around $25 per person

+3

As a Malaysian, I hereby attest this is by far the tastiest and most authentic Malaysian cuisine I’ve tried in the United States so far (after living for 8 years). They have my highest recommendation. The chef is from Ipoh in case you wonder.

+2

tried the laksa, hainan chicken, and char kuay teow. all were delicious and portion size was generous. the white coffee and ice tea were both very good as well! will definitely be back when i’m in the area

We had a great meal here and were very delighted to find authentically prepared Malaysian food like we experienced living in those parts. We could tell each dish preparation was careful to remain true to the local spices and flavors versus making them more "westernized" to cater to a broader palate. We will be going back again to try some other dishes.

Came here on a Saturday at 2.30 pm. Ordered one Malaysian ice tea and one Salted and pepper crispy pumpkin. Both of the were good. The best dish was having coconut rice with a red curry. I cannot recall the name of the curry but it was served in a small cup for $2. I ordered the curry 3 times since they did not offer a larger container. It was not very spicy but had a rich taste. Very good and unique food. They should reduce the ice in the ice tea. Friendly staff and great service. A very good overall experience.

Everything was just superb but their roti canai will transport you straight to Malaysia! It has my heart(read stomach)!! 😜 very warm staff and quaint little place! Im sure you'll enjoy it as much as we did! 😍

Ipoh Garden Malaysia Cuisine left me thoroughly satisfied with its delectable offerings. The char kuey teow was perfectly balanced in taste, and the mango shrimp was truly awesome. The fried sambal Kang Kong impressed, and the chicken satay, accompanied by a flavorful peanut gravy, was a highlight. While the Thai milk tea was good, it leaned a bit on the sweet side. Overall, a delightful culinary experience worth savoring.

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6 of us met for a birthday lunch. It was tasty. We tried not to order food similar to Thai or Chinese but in the end, although there are some distinct spices for Malaysian, it is pretty close to the regions. We ordered 2 roti and curry for appetizers, calamari, sizzling tofu, mango chicken, cumin lamb, kang kung belachan, seafood tom yam. The flavors and texture were pretty good, the food came out hot or sizzling. Service was nice and we got water refills as needed.

+3

Fantastic Malaysian food. HIGHLY recommend the Malaysian Iced Tea which tasted similar to HK-style milk tea since it wasn't overly sweet. The spicy dishes were not as spicy as I had thought but there was good flavor in their dishes! Their Roti Canai is one of my favorite appetizers and their aromatic chicken is a great entree. However, I also enjoy their mango-based dishes, such as their mango fish and mango chicken, which are equally great. The staff are incredibly warm-hearted, patient, and attentive. There is usually plenty of seating on a weeknight.

+6

They serve real Malaysian food here. The service is good, the staff are from Malaysia, and you can even smell belacan in the air 😁. The fried rice and wat tan hor have great flavor. We'll definitely come back for more.

+2

This place is close to Millbrae BART station but it's super unnoticeable. Food is great and price is cheap. Got the Hainanese chicken rice. Chicken was delicious and tender. Large portions for 14 bucks. The only complaint I have is the portion of the source was small. But I asked for some extra sources when packing my leftovers. Thai ice tea is ok. Would like to try the Malaysia ice tea. Satisfied with all I got. Will come back next time I'm around Millbrae.

Delicious food! So many unique and amazing flavors. So glad I stumbled upon this restaurant. I don't live anywhere nearby, but I will definitely be coming back. I had Basil Tofu and Char Koay Teow. Both were AMAZING!

Love the staff at Ipoh. The food is always consistently good.

+1

Ordered a green beans, red curry chicken, and a mee goreng, (noodles with vegetables and shrimp) everything was very delicious. The red curry chicken was one of the best, smooth and not so strong spice flavor but sufficient to taste the rest of the dish properly, specially eating with white rice. Several dishes are shown as hot but could be ordered without being hot.

+6

Another trust worthy place for good quality food. Facility is old but who cares when the food is good. Forget to take a picture of their teh tarik, which is also good. Thanks for the meal.

We have recently returned from living for a year in Penang, Malaysia (not too far from Ipoh). I can honestly say this food is just as good if not better than what we found in Penang, which is the food capitol! We loved the references to Penang in the restaurant in the form of cute murals found in Georgetown. We enjoyed the char kuey teow, the green beans with belachan, the roti canai and the curry laksa. It was all delicious and very fresh ingredients. The owner is very nice and we enjoyed chatting with her and sharing stories. We will be back!

Great food, great service. Recommend the roti canai and the kangkong for everyone, and the Malaysian ice tea if you like milk teas. Food came out quickly and there was no wait to be seated on a Monday night, so great for a delicious quick dinner if you’re in the area.

This place is awesome. We've only done take out, but the food is amazing and the staff is super friendly. If you haven't tried Mayasian food before I recommend the Laksa Mee Noodle Soup, Dry Curry Chicken, and Roti.

Akshay Chacko

Delicious food! So many unique and amazing flavors. So glad I stumbled upon this restaurant. I don't live anywhere nearby, but I will definitely be coming back. I had Basil Tofu and Char Koay Teow. Both were AMAZING!

Ipoh Garden in Millbrae offers a delightful introduction to Malaysian cuisine, featuring dishes rich in unique and authentic flavors. Favorites like the roti canai, with its flaky texture and spicy curry sauce, and the char kway teow, known for its smoky ‘wok hei’ essence, showcase the restaurant’s commitment to traditional cooking techniques .   While the taste is commendable, some patrons have noted that portion sizes can be smaller than expected for the price point . This might be a consideration for those with hearty appetites or seeking value for money. The ambiance is casual and welcoming, complemented by attentive service that enhances the dining experience. For those eager to explore the diverse flavors of Malaysian cuisine in the Bay Area, Ipoh Garden is a worthy stop.

Food is good, similar to cantonese food. Good size portion. Friendly staff. Not authentic Malaysian but not bad.

Dave Wu

Ipoh Garden in Millbrae offers a delightful introduction to Malaysian cuisine, featuring dishes rich in unique and authentic flavors. Favorites like the roti canai, with its flaky texture and spicy curry sauce, and the char kway teow, known for its smoky ‘wok hei’ essence, showcase the restaurant’s commitment to traditional cooking techniques .   While the taste is commendable, some patrons have noted that portion sizes can be smaller than expected for the price point . This might be a consideration for those with hearty appetites or seeking value for money. The ambiance is casual and welcoming, complemented by attentive service that enhances the dining experience. For those eager to explore the diverse flavors of Malaysian cuisine in the Bay Area, Ipoh Garden is a worthy stop.

Cinee C.

Food is good, similar to cantonese food. Good size portion. Friendly staff. Not authentic Malaysian but not bad.

Great food, reasonable price and friendly staff makes Ipoh a unique Malaysian restaurant in North Peninsula. The nasi lemak, laksa Mee, roti canai and dry curry lamb are highly recommended. They prefer cash for transactions but will happily accept cards for bills exceeding 20$.

Malaysian cuisine with Malaysian atmosphere. Cash preferred. Min $25 for Credit Card usage. Food taste was ok.

We were here a few weeks back on our last night in SF. Coming from Singapore, we were mostly happy with the items we ordered. The bak kut teh, hor fun, Penang prawn mee and roti canai were quite authentic. Even the drinks, teh tarik and Ipoh white coffee, were good. Not sure if they were the 3-in-1 type.

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Came here on a Thursday for lunch and it can get somewhat busy during lunch hours. The space was large enough to fit a baby stroller for those with kiddos. We ordered the stir fried noodles, mango fish, coconut rice, Malaysian iced milk tea, and the roti. Roti was delicious and perfectly had two pieces for me and my husband each to enjoy. Mango fish was delicious with the coconut rice (but had to order the rice separately) so I highly recommend. The Malaysian ice tea was also good but on the sweeter end, but I am a fan of Malaysian milk tea. Altogether it was around $60 not including tips. The spot prefers cash, but accepts cards.. however when we were paying we wanted to pay with card since we needed our cash for something else but they claimed their “card machine wasn’t working” so we had to pay cash. Felt like it was being lied to on purpose so make sure you go with cash ready in case that happens to you.

Ipoh Garden is a little gem located steps from the Milbrae BART station. We made an extra stop on our way to SFO to grab dinner here before our flight. I'm glad we did because their food was tasty. We ordered roti canai, chicken satay, and char koay teow (flat rice noodles) and washed it down with a nice Malaysian iced coffee. This will be part of our routine whenever we fly out of SFO going forward.

We had roti canai, Hainan chicken rice, and nasi lemak. Good flavor. Waiting time is a bit long.

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The hainan chicken almost boneless which is good easier for having it. Satay chicken was really tasty like it a lot. Although veggies was a bit greasy but still ok. There is lots of ingredients in the soup, Bo guh tay was Chinese herb flavor different from Singapore version.

The food tastes good but the portion is a bit small. Very traditional Malaysian food. Server is very friendly.

Ipoh Garden is right down the street from Millbrae's Caltrain/BART station. A great option if you don't want to deal with the car and people traffic for the restaurants across the street. If you're thinking of getting Roti Canai here, DOUBLE your order. It's that good. We tried: - Roti Canai: this was so friggin fragrant. It was so flaky, crispy, and chewy. The curry sauce it came with was just the right flavors, too. It was as if someone made my favorite croissant into a flat bread. 5/5 the only bad thing about it is that it disappeared too fast. - Bak kut teh: This had a strong herbal flavor in the soup that I loved. I didn't expect there to be pork intestines, but there they were, along with some pork knuckles. There we're some other pork slices that were a bit dry, but I mainly order this for the soup. This doesn't come with rice. 4/5 - Hainan chicken rice: Amazing! I like their take on the ginger sauce, almost tasted like the ginger was toasted/fried a bit first! The chicken isn't boneless, but that's pretty typical. 4.5/5 - Malaysian white coffee: I got it to try it and it was a big cup, great for sharing! I liked that the flavor of the condensed milk came through without being cloyingly sweet. The coffee flavor was mild. 5/5 Looking forward to trying more dishes next time! I'm not really sure where parking is supposed to be for this restaurant; they do not have their own lot. There seems to be 3-4 street spots right alongside the restaurant, but that looked about it. Def ride public transit here if you can.

Ipoh Garden Malaysian Cuisine in South San Francisco is a fantastic spot for flavorful Malaysian dishes served in a clean and spacious dining area. The service is quick and friendly, enhancing the overall dining experience. Their roti canai, chicken basil, and noodles stand out as favorites, delivering authentic tastes that keep customers coming back.

IPOH Garden is a small Malaysian restaurant where they serve fresh and authentic food. I ordered their Thai Salmon with rice and sauce. And it was really good and you can taste it's freshness and crispness. Staff was very accommodating and helpful. Prices were fair. Overall I enjoyed my lunch meal. I highly recommend this restaurant.

I was delighted to discover Ipoh right in our own backyard. I've driven by Ipoh for years, but never thought to check it out. The exterior of the restaurant looks pretty dilapidated. I wasn't even sure if the restaurant was open. However, we finally went to check it out and what a pleasant surprise! The food was solid - flavorful, well-prepared, and well-presented. The roti canai was one of the best I've had anywhere in California. The pineapple fried rice was solid and the chicken lemak was wonderfully spicy and savory. The service was friendly too. The inside decor is comfy though a bit worn down. We will definitely be coming back!

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Server is friendly. Many places aren't now a day. 1. Curry beef - Not bad. I think I prefer chicken or just vegetables but... Happy wife happy life. 2. Laksa - I was disappointed. I expected to have prawns and others that are more traditional laksa ingredients. This one has okra, fried tofu (which I like), green beans... Actually same ingredients as beef curry... Wait a minute, it's the same curry sauce! That's not laksa soup! But, I do like the noodle texture very much. 3. Mackerel - Loved the sauce/paste!!! But the fish got so many bones. 😓 4. Hainan chicken - 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 very tender, juicy and tasted good! The chicken rice also pretty flavorful. 5. Malachan veggies - Good. Flavorful enough.

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We went here on our way to airport. The restaurant is located at the corner of El Camino Real & Linden Ave - very close to Milbrae station. Parking is limited so we did street parking. We arrived at around 6:30 pm and were seated immediately. By the time we left the restaurant around 7:30pm, more people came and there was a short line. We ordered roti canai, okra belacab, mango shrimp, coconut fried rice & soy bean milk with grass jelly. - Roti canai: good texture (crispy on the outside but still chewy). The curry sauce was good and had a little kick. - Okra belacan: okras had perfect crunch (not too soggy & not raw) but the belacan sauce was very little. - Mango shrimp: DELICIOUS! Super crispy on the outside but the shrimp was still cooked perfectly. Even my husband who doesn't like shrimp couldn't resist it. - Coconut fried rice: delicious fried rice but the chicken pieces tasted not fresh - Soy bean milk with grass jelly: refreshing but I wish they didn't put too much ice as the taste was kinda diluted Overall, a good authentic Malaysian food. We'll come back when we're in the area

Dined here on a Sunday evening with a family of 5 and the restaurant was fairly crowded. Being a person originating around Malaysia, i would say that the food is pretty good in terms of taste. Serving wise, be prepared that the portions are smaller sized and not the typical American diner joint size, but go for quality rather than quantity. My take on the dishes ordered: 1) Char Kway Teow - 4/5, Taste meets the cut however in terms of serving size its smaller and its missing the "wok hey" taste. 2) Singapore Chilli Prawn - 4/5; good enough as it is authentic enough, the lower rating is due to the spiciness, maybe its tuned to local standards? 3) Pineapple fried rice - 3/5 - missing "wok hey", canned pineapple was used and the chicken meat was pretty badly sliced. 4) Roti Canai 3.5/5 - curry was authentic enough but take note that the roti canai looks and tastes like the ones you can get from the Asian Supermarket. 5) Hot Plate black pepper beef 3.5/5 due to the excessive tenderizer and MSG used. Overall if you are craving for Singapore and Malaysian Cuisine this is a place you can shortlist.

Parking: street parking or public parking next to the place. Cleanness: average. Seats and tables look clean and don't see any flies. Foods: ordered Nasi , roti canal, and sea food noodle (forgot to take a picture for noodles) Roti is fresh and the dip is mildly spicy and tasty more like laksa flavor. The nasi is also tasty, which is good for people with a heavier taste preference. The noodle bowl, no picture, is not bad and the type of noodle is a little too soft for me. Price: most main dishes are under $20.

Good comfort food in generous amount. Calamari fries are great. Also tried tom yum soup ( my rating 7/10) and seafood noodles ( my rating 7/10) as I am not soup lover. But fried foods and noodles and rice should get 10/10.

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Casual, authentic Malaysian restaurant that's right by the Bart station. We stopped by for a quick bite and service was very fast. Food came out quick starting with the roti canai and chicken skewers. The roti rivals Banana Island's roti with a thicker but smaller dough. The chicken skewers were nice and juicy and the curry sauce was fantastic. For entrees, we tried their signature laksa mee (soup noodle) and nasi lemak (rice dish). The laksa mee is amazing - not too spicy, full of flavors, and something we would order again. The nasi lemak was alright with a few hits and misses. The chicken and picked vegetables were a hit, but the coconut rice lacked coconut flavors. Overall, a very authentic Malaysian restaurant with good hearty dishes.

The food is delicious! The staples everyone has mentioned are definitely worth it. The staff is nice and attentive, I’ve enjoyed every visit during dining. My only turn off is the pressure to pay cash and the coldness or irritation if you can’t at the end of what should be a lovely experience. I can read the 10 signs you have up, you don’t have to ask me, and you definitely don’t have to be annoyed that I don’t have enough on me. And walking out with that taste in my mouth isn’t pleasant.

A great place for Malaysian food at affordable prices! The food tastes great and authentic. Mango fish is very tasty in good portions. The staff is very friendly and attentive. If you’re craving for southern eastern Asian food, give this place a try.

Lin W

A great place for Malaysian food at affordable prices! The food tastes great and authentic. Mango fish is very tasty in good portions. The staff is very friendly and attentive. If you’re craving for southern eastern Asian food, give this place a try.

Total Score: 6.39 Bathroom: N/A Didn’t use the bathroom Customer Service: 5/5 They were super duper friendly. Gave me extra rice when I got the leftovers to go. And were super easy to grab. Ambiance: 3.75/5 Not sure how I felt about the color palette, cuz it was orange and blue walls, but interesting wall art and the dining areas was classic Chinese restaurant. Food: 3.25/5 Tried a bit of the pumpkin and it was p good. Crispy and seasoned. Curry was alright, but was not creamy enough and toppings were eh. Wow: 0/1 Normal Malaysian restaurant Total Score = (CS + 2*AM + 5*FOOD + WOW)/0.9

George Z

Total Score: 6.39 Bathroom: N/A Didn’t use the bathroom Customer Service: 5/5 They were super duper friendly. Gave me extra rice when I got the leftovers to go. And were super easy to grab. Ambiance: 3.75/5 Not sure how I felt about the color palette, cuz it was orange and blue walls, but interesting wall art and the dining areas was classic Chinese restaurant. Food: 3.25/5 Tried a bit of the pumpkin and it was p good. Crispy and seasoned. Curry was alright, but was not creamy enough and toppings were eh. Wow: 0/1 Normal Malaysian restaurant Total Score = (CS + 2*AM + 5*FOOD + WOW)/0.9

It's right by the BART station in Millbrae, a good location. The restaurant is quite spacious and our server was very friendly. The ongchai and green beans were fresh and not too oily. Most dishes were very tasty. Not bad overall.

The tom yun soup was too sour, the teppan beef was too tough, the Hainanese chicken was poor, but the fried chicken wings were good.

The people at Ipoh Garden are extremely friendly and nice. Perhaps we ordered the wrong items but it was hit and miss. The calamari appetizers were great. The roti was good. The Thai salmon was delicious and the 3 vegetables blachan a very good. The asam laksa was ok but not as flavorful as I like. The salt and pepper fried fish was too similar to the calamari. The Thai ice tea was mediocre and didn't taste fresh as if it was from a can. The mango and sticky rice was awful. The mango and sticky rice was awful. The mango slices wasnt rripe and hard. Quite honestly this should not have been offered with unripe mango.

The nasi lemak was missing the coconut rice. How is that possible? So the substitute was chicken rice rice. The chili shrimp had the same sauce as chili crab, but the plate was cold, so the sauce got cold very quickly. The kang kong belachan was ok and cooked per our order. The cook kept smoking outside of the opened back door, perhaps 3 times during our lunch. The smoke came right into the dining space. We asked the waitress to close the backdoor, but she did not want to offend the cook. So we inhaled lots of second hand smoke, the food got cold quickly because of the strong draft from the opened back door. There were only 3-4 tables occupied during our stay. It used to be a long line at lunch. Its a restaurant on its way out for obvious reasons. I think the original owners sold out to some folks who do not know much about running a restaurant and keeping return customers. So sad. Another southeast asian place down and soon to be out.

Coming from Singapore I ordered Hainanese chicken hoping for a familiar taste. Chicken itself is actually okay. However I found the chicken rice too heavy. Made with sticky rice instead of normal rice, it lacks the chicken essence flavour and it made the texture oilier. Otherwise, people are friendly, place is spacious and they also have bathroom

We went there for a friend’s reunion dinner. My favorite dish was the crispy pancake, while the rest were decent but not surprisingly good. Parking is limited in this area.

+3

Place was noisy during lunch on a Sunday. Herb soup had pigs feet n spare ribs as ingredients usually boneless chicken or pork other places broth was good. Tofu was very dark unpleasant appearance. Mango crispy chicken was not in chunks some weee just batter strands of chicken u can hardly notice. Bill $75 including tip. Where's the 🐣?

Wenny Ong

Coming from Singapore I ordered Hainanese chicken hoping for a familiar taste. Chicken itself is actually okay. However I found the chicken rice too heavy. Made with sticky rice instead of normal rice, it lacks the chicken essence flavour and it made the texture oilier. Otherwise, people are friendly, place is spacious and they also have bathroom

Food was unfortunately very mid. Laksa mee isn't your typical laksa, basically yellow noodles with curry. Chicken from the laksa mee was very rubbery and was not palatable at all. Convenient location right next to the Millbrae caltrain station if you have to find a place to sit. Visa/MasterCard/Cash only

We went to this restaurant for the taste of home. To my disappointment, bak kut tea was bitter, string beans and eggplant was oily, and the chicken was fine.

The service was bad, No AC, and food was very good greasy. The younger waiters with short hair was curt and impolite. We ordered 6 dishes with white rice. Only dishes I eat was the white rice and the green water crest veggie. All the for dishes we ordered was very greasy! I am not sure how this place can have a 4 stars or higher. Maybe my standards for food is a bit too high. Also the lady with short hair told our friend to pay her tip at the cashier. I left that is very rude to tell guests to pay her tip at the cashier and forcing us to leave once we pay the bill. I feel this place should be rates as 3.3 stars. Also the men's bathroom was very dirty and the urinal seems to be out of order for months. I do love to support local family restaurants, but sadly to say I will not be coming back to this Malaysian restaurant. There are other restaurants in this area one can try.

+3

Just don’t… I got food poisoning from that place. Worst experience with a restaurant in the US ever… it ruined my vacations.

I had high hopes for this Malaysian restaurant, but unfortunately, the experience was both disappointing and concerning. We ordered chicken satay, only to discover that one of the sticks were raw in the center — not just undercooked, but visibly pink and unsafe to eat. When we flagged this to the staff after biting into the last skewer (having assumed the others were just slightly charred on the outside), we were met not with an apology, but blame. We were told we should’ve informed them earlier. Food safety should never be up for debate, and deflecting responsibility onto diners is unacceptable. A little accountability and basic courtesy would have gone a long way. Sadly, this place won’t be seeing us again.