Laut
This bustling Union Square spot serves scratch-made Malaysian classics, from rich laksa to flaky roti canai.
- Mon – Thu, 11:30 – 15:15, 17:00 – 21:45; Fri, 11:30 – 15:15, 17:00 – 22:00; Sat – Sun, 13:00 – 22:00
- $$
- 15 East 17th Street
- 4.4 (2349 reviews)
Description
As one of the first Malaysian restaurants in New York to earn a Michelin star, the kitchen focuses on preserving Southeast Asian flavor profiles using regionally authentic spices. Inside, the space mimics a traditional Malaysian shophouse straight out of Penang or Melaka, offset by casual hawker-centre signage. The dining room gets loud and tightly packed, even on weekdays. While plates like Char Kway Teow and skewers deliver standout flavors, the experience comes with elevated pricing.
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