South Asia Malaysian Cuisine
South Asia Malaysian Cuisine hits the mark by merging Far Eastern flavors from India, China and Malaysia. The menu has an assortment of fried noodles, rice, noodle soups, lamb and seafood dishes that pack a pleasing aromatic experience when the server sets them on the table. Order warm roti canai, a flaky flatbread, and curry for an appetizer. South Asia Malaysian Cuisine also has a variety of tofu dishes for vegetarians.
South Asia Malaysian Cuisine
3380 Midland Ave.
Toronto, Ontario M1V 5B5
Canada
(416) 291-3892
Matahari Grill
True Malaysian, Nyonya, Indian and Eurasian cooking can be found just south of the University of Toronto in Baldwin Village. Matahari Grill serves specialties such as spicy lamb curry, seafood, chili chicken and fresh crepes for dessert. Dine outside on the small but charming sidewalk patio during the warmer months. The restaurant also features a full bar, tropical décor and leafy palms that create an exotic atmosphere.
Matahari Grill
39 Baldwin St.
Toronto, Ontario M5T 1L1
Canada
(416) 596-2832
mataharigrill.com
Jean's Vegetarian Kitchen
Jean's Vegetarian Kitchen is nestled in the Danforth shopping strip east of Greenwood. This family-run restaurant serves vegetarian Southeast Asian cuisine. Many of the flavorful dishes on the menu are Malaysian and Thai. Jean's Vegetarian Kitchen has a few wooden tables, beautiful artwork on the walls and Malaysian music playing in the background. Don't forget to order rambutan, a Southeast Asian fruit covered in honey, for dessert.
Jean's Vegetarian Kitchen
1262 Danforth Ave.
Toronto, Ontario M4J 1MG
Canada
(416) 778-1388
Laksa Singmathai Cuisine
The food at Laksa Singmathai Cuisine is not to be missed while in downtown Toronto. The restaurant offers a fusion of Singapore and Malaysian food in a comfortable environment. The menu has dishes such as spicy beef rending, savory spareribs and coconut soup. Sample one of Laksa Singmathai Cuisine's native desserts such as kuih lapis, a multilayered and multicolored tapioca pudding, and banana pisang goring.
Laksa Singmathai Cuisine
254 Spadina Ave.
Toronto, Ontario M5T 2C2
Canada
(416) 603-3988
laksasingmathai.com
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