Review Upi Jaya - Elmhurst

The ayam chicken was very tender. It just falls right off the bone, and also very flavorful. The appetizers were alright and they have a lot of vegetarian options but I mainy come here for the entrees.

Went into the restaurant and was promptly seated and order was taken immediately. They have vegetarian dishes on the menu and the prices are quite reasonable (<$10)because they have a special price selection menu from 12-4:30. Food was brought to the table quickly and smelled good. First two bites of the food were very strange as it’s very different from everything I’ve ever eaten. But soon after my taste buds adjusted to the novelty taste. Cleaned the plate before the bill came. Overall, great and interesting experience.

Delicious food. Nice behavior. I never tried Indonesian food before. I found this place on google map while I was searching for halal ramen. I thought they have ramen but when I got there They told me They don’t have ramen but I was so hungry so I had to order something so I ordered noodles with shrimp, ayam gorenhg balado, Dendeng balado, es teler. I don’t know about anyone else but I loved al of them specially noodles with shrimp. I will go there again. Btw our server was so helpful and polite. She asked us how was food if we needed anything else.

We went for a weekday lunch and enjoyed the food, drinks and service. We had the Sate Ayam appetizer: chicken served in a nice peanut sauce. For our mains we went with the very good Gulai Udang Tahu Petai and good, but not great, Gulai Cumi lunch special. The young coconut juice is refreshing and not overly sweet. Our server was friendly and polite. The restaurant is nice and clean. I will return, if in the neighborhood and in the mood for Indonesian cuisine.

This is my favorite Indonesian place in the city. I'd say it's one of my favorite restaurants in general. I always get the gado gado, and a chicken or beef dish (the rendang is excellent). It's got a home-cooked vibe, and the staff is usually friendly.

Probably the best Indonesian restaurant I've ever been to in the States. The food is so authentic. I felt like I was back home. The owner is Indonesian & she made everything from scratch. The only negative thing is that it's in New York & not in Seattle, otherwise I would go here all the time. :D

My Indonesian friend told me about this hidden place. The foods are amazing and delicious. I definitely come back again :)

Upi Jaya just reopened after being closed down for months. I went a few days ago and they Are as great as ever. There is limited outdoor seating, but still the same fantastic food and prices. Seriously amazing food at low prices. The staff is friendly and attentive. My girlfriend and I are vegetarian and there is a full vegetarian friendly menu that we are slowly going through. We haven't had a bad meal yet. We are especially fond of the jumbo beans. A full meal for the two of us with bottomless tea was only $24.

I was heading to a Thai restaurant in the area but then changed my mind. I've had delicious nasi rames special dendeng balado, a thin sliced crispy beef with green chili on top serves over rice in a mildly flavor yellow curry sauce and a side of stew vegetable. good service & awesome flavor. очень вкусная еда. Спасибо

Small place with excellent food and service. Highly recommend the rendang.

Food was excellent! I went with my boyfriend, it was my first time trying Indonesian food! The food was packed in flavor and was reasonably priced. The service was amazing, we have a very kind and friendly waitress named Tika! She did a great job attending to our needs and striking up great conversation. Great family owned restaurant, food is cooked daily with fresh ingredients! Great authentic Indonesian food! Definitely will be coming back soon as I made a friend and also hooked now to the food!!!!!

First time in NY in 5 years, i was craving for Indonesian food and google recommended this restaurant. I've been to many Indonesian restaurant in California, Utah and Chicago, and this by far is the best, taste-wise is so authentic. Server speaks both English and Indonesian. She knows a lot about Indonesia, i was listening she was giving some recommendations to customers who are planning on visiting Indonesia. So if you're planning the same, ask her some questions, she's happy to help. They didn't have one of my favorite food when i was there, they were out but the other was delicious too. I took fried rice to go and that was also the best fried rice i had since i got in America. I love their music choice, it felt like home. I'll definitely be back if ever get in NY again. Recommended

Great food, although it takes a bit of practice IMO to order the right things. The fish was awesome as was the squid. Chicken curry dry rub in coconut milk is amaze but I didn’t love the supposedly famous beef dish. Could be cleaner.

Small, clean, not overly fancy. The quality is in the food and worth a wait. For those who love good Indonesian food. We had a big lunch, with fried tofu appetizer, fried rice, the nasi rames special + sticky rice dessert. Slightly sweet, not too sugary. Menu is marked for spicy & extra spicy dishes.

Amazing Explosion of Flavor and attention to consistency in all of the wonderful dishes. Will be back every time we visit NY City! A must go to if you want a unique best for your dollar experience! Lovely family that runs the restaurant and they truely care about your dinning experience! A+++++!

Excellent! Im from Holland my Mother and family is excellent at making Indonesian food. We have a lot Indonesian restaurants in Holland. I didn't eat the food for one year so I missed it. I went to this Place for the first time, I have to say The food is really good and Authentic! The spices are right! I love the Rendang, soto ayam soup and Saté Ayam Just everything is good there! I recommend this place! It's not a Fancy restaurant just normal inside! X

My husband and I have been visiting and tasting almost all padang restaurants, and se found out that the food in Upi Jaya is the best, the most authentic, and the most delicious. My favorite menu is fish curry. My husband loves the beef rendang and es teler. Yummy and fresh food. We will definitely be back to when we are in New York area. Five stars for the food and the drink as well as the service.