Rasa NYC is a 52-seat Malaysian restaurant in Greenwich Village founded by siblings Tommy and Camie Lai, who draw from their childhood recipes and traditional Malaysian street food techniques. The menu offers authentic, rarely seen Malaysian dishes such as Kampung Fried Rice, Hainanese Chicken Rice, and Penang Assam Laksa, highlighting the rich culinary heritage of their hometown near Kuala Lumpur. The restaurant emphasizes home-cooked flavors and unique choo char cooking methods, providing a genuine taste experience distinct from typical Asian eateries.

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Highlights

  • Authentic Malaysian street food recipes passed down from the chefs' mother
  • Menu featuring rare and traditional Malaysian dishes not commonly found in New York
  • Expertise of Chef Tommy Lai, a former Michelin-starred chef with deep roots in Malaysian cuisine

Important Details

  • Halal food offerings

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