Asian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Ottawa

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"We love this place. When we have out of town guests, we always drop by. They love the food and ambiance. Hard to believe a little place like this can..."

Claude D Brown

"Absolutely love this place! Everything on the menu is amazing-Fish tacos are to die..."

Danna Cross

"Great food, friendly service, and a great patio!..."

Lee Jay

"Best food in ottawa. Quaint outdoor seating area. So many choices and the best cauliflower..."

Melissa Sieniecky

"Awesome lunch here today. Not far off the Sunday Bike Day on the Parkway. Everyone enjoyed their..."

Jack Mailloux

"Hubby and I had a delicious Korean rice bowl and Panko haddock taco for lunch here today. First visit this year. Have been going since they opened...."

Lynn MacDonald

"Sooooo goood! I had the cowgirl sandwich and wow it was good. And the fries mmm... For sure one of my favorite..."

Stéphanie Lortie

"Today I enjoyed their meatball thai taco's - delicous. I have been going here for a couple of years now and have never been dissapointed. It would be..."

Barb R

"Love form the first time they had the food truck . Still love many years later..."

Blackbird Francis

"Truly great international cuisine from Bite This in a lay back and colourful setting. Gourmet trailer fare at it's..."

Chuck Weeks

"It was my first time there. I was driving by, on my way to Chinatown, and it caught my eye. Loved the look of the place. Im glad i made the u-turn..."

Maxime Corneau

"Best Dan Dan noodles of all time and excellent..."

Samuel Yorke

"Amazing food. LOVE their curry bowls and salads. Best value in..."

Laura Gracey

"Very nice food truck with a awesome menu! I had the Zorba sandwich and some Korean cauliflower wings. The wings were amazing!!Even better than..."

Jennakot

"I stopped by after class today to grab a bite to go. I have read a lot about this small joint in Westboro but was never able to visit at the right..."

Monique Kaye

"Went there for lunch and got the Fish Cutter. Amazingly crispy and not at all oily. It was perfectly balanced with the sauce and veggies. A generous..."

AshleyMChen

"Great flavours with lots of variety. The curry it up sandwich sandwich was loaded with flavour. The sauce was great when used as a fries dipping..."

Stella Chen

"Innovative international menu with daily specials, super delicious, very affordable pricing but be warned it's cash only. Friendly staff run the..."

Radek W.

"I just ate here for the first time this afternoon. I had the Ho Chi Minh, which was a delicious, healthy portioned Vietnamese sandwich. Be warned..."

Yvette

"Amazing! Talk about fantastic fast food. We had the Moroccan beef, and Chicken curry sandwich. We asked the chef to cut them in half so my wife..."

DustinandSam

"Love, love, love this place. So happy when it opens up for the season. Prices are super reasonable and portion sizes are perfect! Gluten-free..."

Maxine JF Gravel

"I love this food truck! My favorite is the Curry It Up! It's the best value for your money in all of Westboro. Can't wait until they serve..."

Rick Baird

"What a great food truck!!! Thai it up noodles were delightful, chunks of lean chicken, fresh bean sprouts. Zorba sandwich was flavourful and fresh...."

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"Curry it Up is awesome....you guys are amazing in making food tastier and cheaper...I don't know how I missed this truck all the 2 years of my stay..."

Gowtham Tej Gutta

"I love the fact that you can call ahead to order!!My favorites are the fish tacos and the cowboy wannabe sandwiches. The fries are really good..."

Emilie Clément

"I've been there several times - they never disappoint!! Quaint set up, nice and inviting, even better if you can get a shaded spot :)Their..."

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"These guys are really doing something unique! They have great twists on flavours like Greek, Thai, and Asian. Sometimes a little heavy on the sauce,..."

Alina Dixon

"I really like this place and I love their new location! Their menu is fantastic. I ordered the fish sandwich. It was huge and delicious, not greasy..."

Golf Chick

"Food: Delicious and reasonably priced. Prices range from $4-$9, but the portion size and quality are great. The menu would make Gordon Ramsay proud..."

Kristin L.

"Went and tried their Pad Thai. The flavours were great, and for the price, it was a pretty generous portion. I quite liked it, and especially with..."

Jessica Parent

"Westboro Gem. This little gem is great for lunch in Westboro. The food is reasonably priced with very generous portion sizes and best of all the food..."

Hungry Contractor

"Really good lunch across from Superstore. Nice spot.. Lunch for 5. All excellent. Menu of interesting sandwiches. Had hot dogs, Marakesh wrap and..."

Deborah Arranz

"Very very good. Love the warps - great mix of..."

Griffin

"3 m's. Magnificent, mouth watering, and ........ Lost my train of thought because the flavours have transported me to a different dimension. Have had..."

Omer Humayun

"Great food. Had the Marrakech sandwich — perfection. Donna makes the nan bread herself. Her spicing is sharp but delicate. The whole thing oozes..."

Bill

"Simply good food.... I was completely blown away by not only the quality but the flavour combinations. I'm a fan of the asian noodles and the..."

Pitman613

"Wow love the food. Have been trying this place for a year at different occasions. I can't find any bad food there. The chef Donna does a wonderful..."

Lach

"I had a Marakesh Express, which was described as a Moroccan beef with caramelized onions and cheese in a pita wrap. The beef was very tasty, probably..."

Cindy Chun

"Finally a food truck like the ones on Street Eats in Ottawa!! An awesome alternative to the stereotypical fryer trucks. They offer a variety of ethic..."

Monty D

"Ottawa foodie food-truck. Offering deluxe sandwiches and asian-inspired fusion fare, alongside your staple hot-dogs and fries, this is a food-truck..."

Mathieu Mazur-Goulet

"Bite This is an example of what Ottawa street food should..."

Stuart

"What a charming and delicious spot! I ordered the Thai peanut bowl and gobbled it up faster than Turkey dinner. So many healthy and tasty options on..."

Claire Hanna

"Very affordable with decent portions. The selection of sandwiches were what drew me in. The fish cutter was the standout, the patio is quaint and a..."

Josiah Nguyen

"Marrakesh express sandwich was delicious!! Went really well with local kitchesippi 1855 amber ale! Both indoor and outdoor seating and had a unique..."

Benjamin Perrin (Ben)

"Really nice food truck. The menu is diverse and imaginative compared to the cookie cutter menu at most food trucks. There is seating outside for a..."

Eric Cameron (Throne of Games)

"What a great little spot to go to in Westboro! It has a unique vibe to it. The food is a little pricey, but made with love. They have a wide variety..."

Dylan Jayme

"If you happen upon this glade, pull over and take a breather. They have flowers and they don't waste The menu is stellar, a reflection of the..."

B “Zzz”

"Absolutely. Incredible. This is a 'hidden' gem!!! I had the Dan Dan noodles and they were to die for... My mouth waters just thinking about it!!!..."

Joe Pizzacalla

"A range of menu items coming from this cool food truck/kitchen! We've tried the sandwiches, tacos and noodles but my go-to is the dan-dan. Flavourful..."

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Chahaya Malaysia

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"Only one word is needed to describe this restaurant...exquisite! Chahaya Malaysia is one of my favorite restaurants in Ottawa. Serving incredible..."

Jeneviève Reynolds

"Chahaya Malaysia is our absolute favourite place in the Ottawa area for take out. Even though we live in Stittsville, we drive out there a few times..."

Tamara Hopkins Yeadon

"My beautiful wife decided she wanted Malaysian food tonight. So we went to Chahaya Malaysia which is my favorite restaurant. We first tried this..."

Craig Salmon

"This place rocks! The most authentic Malaysian food I had outside of Malaysia. Everyone who loves food should try this place. You'll be on the losing..."

Abdus Sabahat Chowdhury

"Awesome Awesome Awesome. It has been far too long since my last visit but I was so pleasantly surprised to find that the quality of the food,..."

Donna Aki

"This restaurant is a cosy place. The business is run by a couple who remember every customer. They are so pleasant and helpful. The food is..."

Aisha Sherazi

"We have been going to Chahaya Malaysia for 25 years. We have never had a bad meal. I'm really excited to find them on facebook with the pictures of..."

Andrea Morin-Mailhot

"My favourite restaurant in Ottawa. The family that owns it is a little eccentric which adds to the charm! It's like they invite you into their home...."

Claude Normandin-Banks

"Especially loved the: 1. chicken sate 2. springs rolls 3. traditional rice 4. lamb curry 5. fried chicken wings 6. roti canai..."

Zeti Harris

"If I could, I would eat there every day! Love the food and love the family! Amazing people! I chose to celebrate my birthday there and I even got a..."

Ang Yaz

"Love this place - it's always a treat to come here...we always try something new every time and never leave disappointed. we always order the chilli..."

Nadia Azizullah

"Margaret suggested that we try #48, a chicken dish. Ooooo so..."

Pat Cole

"Probably my favorite restaurant in Ottawa. Impressive amount of vegan..."

Michael Cumming

"Now this is one place I will review because I love it. They have steam tables. Don't knock it till you've tried..."

Scott Mellon

"Amazing food! The Bali Beef is by far my favourite dish but all their dishes are pretty..."

Mike Banks

"Want a safe and trustworthy place to enjoy dine-in during COVID pandemic? then you should go to Chahaya Malaysia. Very responsible, considerate..."

Aashique Ahamed

"Ottawa is so lucky to have this extraordinarily great restaurant. People who go there, go there a lot. There are so many wonderful dishes to choose..."

Peter G

"Really special little place, family run. Fòod is excellent, made with quality ingredients and care. It shows. The service is great. They make sure..."

Pairodise

"My sister and I love this place. Discovered it a few years ago and we go back again and again. I love the Vietnamese Vermicelli and my sister always..."

Simone Halle

"Only place in Ottawa that serves Indonesian/Malaysian food. The food is more akin to Indonesian than Malaysian. The beef rendang was spicy and..."

Gail Monroe

"If its Malaysian food its Chahaya Malaysia, nice tasty food, friendly service, worth it. Recommend dishes to try are hearty chicken soup and chefs..."

Faruq

"Oh my. Far too long since my last visit but pleasantly surprised to discover that the food and portion size remains superb. Can't wait to go back..."

Donna Aki

"One of our favourite places! Great selection for veggies and omnis alike, with wonderful service at this family owned restaurant. LOVE the tofu..."

Sarah Stevenson

"I've been wanting to try this place out for a few years now, just never happened to be anywhere near this part of town. As luck would have it, I was..."

Mr. Fugu

"I have been a client there for over one decade, and I am still a regular. The decor is simple but the service and the food there rapidly..."

Daniel Boivin

"This place was a great place to eat at. We went there on sunday dinner. So it was just my gf and I, then some family of four. I felt there was an..."

RoyAngelo&Tamami

"What a great place to spend time with friends. The service is excellent. The waitress knows the menu very well, is funny and is able to make great..."

Yazzy

"This place is a new dimension in Asian fusion. They make Tofu into a truly wonderful thing. I am a total carnivore and feel in love with their V9..."

David Martin

"This is easily one of the best meals I've had in Ottawa, in both eating and the dining experience. We were served by the restaurant owner who was the..."

Faris Rashidi

"Great food and service. Staff know their food and provide additional info that is useful for ordering and/or to better understand how it is prepared...."

Supert

"Excellent meal for my first time here, and first time eating Malaysian cuisine! We started with spring rolls and the Gado Gado salad. Then had the..."

Lucy Yetts

"Chahaya Malaysia is the best restaurant I've been to in Ottawa - and quite possibly anywhere else. Though it's located on a dreary stretch at the..."

Geoffrey Dow

"Decided to try this place out randomly. The food is excellent and the service we received during our meal was phenomenal. The server answered all..."

Moni Le

"Amazing food and service!. 5..."

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"My favorite restaurant in Ottawa. Delicious, authentic food. Menu is very friendly to vegetarians and meat-eaters alike (I'm a vegan). Best spring..."

Ali

"Excellent food - like homemade!. The food is excellent. I can't do spicy and I still have enough food to choose from. Many of my friends from all..."

Barbora.dej

"Delicious!. I've been coming here for years and it's always amazing!My favourites are the spring rolls, the sweet and sour fish, and the chef..."

Martina

"I keep craving it. The food here is really yummy and the staff are very attentive. The menu gives good descriptions of the dishes and the staff are..."

Linz Sinclar

"Love this place. Have been going to Chahaya for more than a decade now, and I love the place. The food is really good and the chef clearly puts a..."

ARFoodie

"Good food. Went to the restaurant once. Satay is great with the peanut sauce. Service is great. A little on the pricey side but overall, good food...."

NasTheSpaz

"Amazing! I've travelled thr.... Amazing!I've travelled through Malaysia, as well as a good part of se Asia - this restaurant got it perfect!..."

Chris Fabian

"Buffet and take out. I've tried the lunch buffet a couple times and found it to be a good alternative to the usual chinese buffets. I've also tried a..."

Ottawafoodie

"Everyone needs to try this place. The quality is consistently fantastic! The owners hide nothing about how their food is made and ingredients used..."

Daisy

"Whenever I go the woman who owns the place is waiting tables, and is usually quite busy but takes time to chat and smile if you do the same. A hidden..."

Mathieu

"The Bali beef was so delicious! We also ordered the chicken kurma - not amazing or special, but still good. Sprig rolls and satay combo are also..."

N

"Awesome. One of my favorite restaurants. My favorite is the Bali Beef. Margaret, one of the owners, really knows her stuff. Every time I ask for a..."

Ottawa Foodguy

"Went with a group of 10. Service.was.friendly and.timely. Very tasty food,.we had a diverse selection of food. Ordered at least 2 of each meat dish..."

Critic

"Ottawa's best kept secret - Awesome food!. I've been a loyal customer here for years. I've eaten everywhere in this city, and can honestly say this..."

Matt

"Hidden gem!!! Food was great service was friendly, very..."

Jonathan

"Best spring rolls in the city and much more. I've been going to this restaurant for years and always have a fantastic meal. The spring rolls are out..."

StonewalkLass

"This is one of my favourite restaurants in the city. It may not look like anything from the outside and the parking lock is treacherous, but the food..."

BasilChili

"Love it here!. I'm a chef who grew up eating Chahaya Malaysia, way back when it was in the Glebe. I don't live in Ottawa anymore, but always come..."

JLP

"Love it. I was in the city for the better half of a year and have been to this restaurant AT LEAST once a month. The owners are very kind and..."

S12ottawa

"Love/hate relationship. The goods:- The spring rolls- the Peanut sauce- the Bali beef- The mixed noodleThe bads:-..."

Food Enthusiast

"Family owned and operated. Great savory dishes of all kinds! If you like spices/hot in your food you'll love this place. Generous portions at a..."

Paul Beaudry

"Always Good. I've been visiting Chahaya for over 13 years regularly, but have never posted a review. In short, it's economical, good, and friendly...."

Stephen K. Anthony

"This has been my favourite restaurant since 1987. It has the best tasting and hottest food I have ever had. You don't have to like hot food to enjoy..."

Andrew Hudson

"Pleasantly Surprised. This was a nice find. All in all a great place to eat. Great food, friendly staff and a very relaxed atmosphere made for a..."

Mr. Bear

"Great Value - Visit!. Delicious food at great prices. The setting is tasteful. It took no time to get the food that we had ordered, and the server..."

Manwithplan

"The food is very delicious and flavorful. I had the shrimp tamarind. It had lemon grass and a variety of different spices which i really enjoyed. I..."

Meryem

"This restaurant is great, if you like hot food. Then try thier shrimp chile wow but not all thier food is hot and you can ask them to make a hot dish..."

Al

"Worth a visit.. I have eaten at this restaurant on and off for several years but it never disappoints. Food is excellent and the service is always..."

Charles Saikaley

"Great Place. Friendly staff, work atmosphere ... really good..."

Guy Eating

"Awesome Food. The food and service is absolutely phenomenal. Be sure to try the Ice Kachang. It's so unusual and delicious. My only complaint is that..."

Nerium

"April 5, 2010 at 4:03 pm 2 comments Since this friday was Good Friday, Dorothy and I decided that rather than completely foregoing our weekly dining..."

Roy Wallace

"THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! We went and Margaret was so incredibly kind to us. The customer service is great. The food is also very delicious, and if you..."

Jackson Billau

"Amazing food, all dishes were well seasoned and full of flavour. We tried the Jumbo Shrimps in Coconut Milk (#33), Bali Beef (#43), Traditional Rice..."

Itzel L.C.

"Nice little place for good Malaysian/Indonesian dishes. We had the sweet & sour fish, Malaysian fried noodles, Bali chicken, ice kacang, fried..."

Christian Liu

"Perfect comfort Malaysian food. Delightful home cooked recipes. Served fresh and hot and excellent recommendation. A must visit in..."

Ali F

"Nothing beats their Spicy Thai soup, Chefs Special Chicken, and Pepper lamb. I've been an occasional customer over the last 20 years and the quality..."

Faraz Abbasi

"First of all, the owner of the restaurant is the sweetest! She came to see us often to ensure that nothing is missing and that everything is to our..."

Ola Alroubaie

"Wonderful staff , acommodated us even though we came in late. The customer service was superb. I was not a fan of the Malaysian style Tom Yum soup..."

Naz Kassm

"Some of the best food you’ll find in Ottawa. No question. If you want something different to the typical mass-produced takeout/restaurant food then..."

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