Kedai Makan: Unexpected Malaysian Gem in Downtown Seattle 🇲🇾🍛
After escaping from a thrilling escape room session, our group of six stumbled upon this hidden Malaysian gem while heading toward DT's Thai restaurants. A quick Yelp check revealed solid 4.2/5 ratings, so we decided to give this spontaneous discovery a try at Kedai Makan (2234 1st Ave) - and boy, were we pleasantly surprised!💥 Why You Should Visit 📍 Location: Conveniently located in downtown Seattle (another branch in Capitol Hill) 💰 Price: Extremely reasonable - 6 people, 8 dishes, 5 drinks = under $40/person including tax/tip 🍴 Vibe: Casual, lively, and authentically Malaysian Menu Must-Tries 🥤 Coconut Shake (🌟🌟🌟🌟☆) Rich coconut flavor with perfect sweetness Thick and creamy texture that's addictive 🔹 Starters & Sides: Roti Jala with Chicken Curry Soft, crepe-like texture (unlike India's flaky roti) Perfect dipping partner for the flavorful curry Kerabu Timun Nanas (Pineapple Salad) Refreshing twist on traditional dishes Sweet-tangy flavor explosion with crunchy textures 🍍 Chicken Satay (No photo but MUST ORDER!) Juicy skewers with creamy peanut sauce Falls-off-the-bone tender 🔸 Main Courses: Sayap Ayam Pedas (Spicy Chicken Wings) 4 generously sized wings per plate Crispy exterior with just-right spice level Beats Kin Lao Thai's version hands down! Nasi Lemak (Coconut Rice with Tofu) Fragrant rice infused with coconut milk Perfect balance of sweet and savory Pan Mee (Fried Noodles): Chili Pan Mee - Savory pork noodles with crispy anchovies Mushroom Pan Mee - Earthy mushroom flavor with perfect texture Both versions equally delicious! Nasi Goreng Kampung (Village Fried Rice) Shrimp-packed with customizable spicy sauce Thai sweet chili sauce takes it to the next level Parking & Logistics 🅿️ Parking situation: We parked at Doppler and walked over (about 5 mins) Street parking available but limited Final Verdict ✔️ Authentic Malaysian flavors at Seattle prices ✔️ Generous portions perfect for sharing ✔️ Great for casual group dinners ✖️ Limited seating (arrive early or expect wait) #SeattleMalaysianFood #KedaiMakanReview #DTEats #HiddenGemRestaurant #CoconutShakeLove #SpicyChickenWings #FriedRiceHeaven #CasualDiningSeattle #FoodieAdventures #WeekendDinnerSpots