Satay Sate

Came here for lunch with my friend and I really enjoyed the food. I had the tofu satay skewer and their peanut sauce is the bomb and the hot sauce they had too was really good. I would definitely come back here!

​Situated at the northeast corner of Yonge and Elmwood, Satay Sate appeared a lot larger from the exterior than it was in reality. Walls were dark with splashes of green, and decor was minimal with the exception of potted plants. A narrow strip of bar seats lined the north side of the eatery, while a communal table and two 2-person tables assumed spots in the centre and south perimeter respectively. A menu consisting of no more than eight entrees was placed near the counter.

​Within minutes of entering the near-vacant establishment, a stout middle-aged man emerged from the open kitchen in the back and demanded to know if we were ready to order. It was well after the lunch rush by this point, yet there were no greetings, introductions, nor even the faintest smile to welcome us onto the premises. Only one other customer remained seated in the dining area, but he had already been served and was merely munching on the contents of his biodegradable box. The hurried interrogation took me by surprise, as did his evident displeasure at having to tend to guests at all.

Have been in search for yummy satay skewers in Toronto for years and it's tough to come by, so as soon as I hear about Satay Sate (@sataysate_TO). Simple menu, wish they have 1-2 more dishes to choose from.... and I really am not sure what's the difference with Indonesian and Thai/Malaysian Satay?!??