Satu Lagi specializes in the vibrant flavors of Indonesian cuisine through a sophisticated tapas-style approach. The menu highlights bold spices, authentic aromatics, and traditional cooking techniques reimagined for sharing among small groups. Signature offerings often feature complex sambals paired with expertly seasoned protein dishes and fragrant rice preparations. Guests encounter a fusion of cultural traditions that emphasize texture and deep, layered seasoning profiles across every small plate. The environment prioritizes a focused culinary experience where each dish represents a specific regional influence from the Indonesian archipelago. This venue balances communal dining dynamics with a commitment to culinary precision and cultural authenticity. Every component on the plate serves a functional purpose, ensuring that the interplay between heat, acidity, and savory depth remains the primary focus for all patrons seeking genuine Southeast Asian gastronomy.
Satu Lagi consistently impresses guests with its vibrant, high-quality Indonesian and Malaysian fusion cuisine, frequently earning praise for its fully gluten-free menu and welcoming atmosphere. Diners often highlight the flavorful satay, fried oyster mushrooms, and pandan creme brulee as standout dishes that deliver an authentic and memorable gastronomic experience. While some patrons find the portions small or the pricing premium, many view the restaurant as a must-visit destination in Montreal, especially for those seeking creative, allergy-friendly options, professional service, and a beautiful, cozy setting perfect for special occasions.
Excellent food, different from the usual, interesting spices & aromas. We tried a variety of dishes, shrimp, beef, chicken & mushroom, portions are just right & the lychee cocktail was also delicious. Service was good & efficient. It was a bit loud, but that is because the place was full. Would return in a heartbeat.
I'm Indonesian born & arrived in Canada when I was 9 years old & I grew up with Indonesian food. This restaurant is by far better than any Indonesian restaurant in Toronto, where I reside. The chef was kind enough to make the outstanding fried fish - Ikan Goreng (a dinner menu) for lunch. We also had amazing fried chicken that was so crunchy. Gado Gado (veggies) with peanut sauce was so tasty. Nasi Lemak (Rice & Beef Rendang) was just like my mom's & so authentic. The chicken satay (skewers) were perfectly grilled. Great job chef! Terima Kasih (Thank you)!
Visited Satu Lagi for lunch & had a great experience. We ordered the chicken satay BBQ & beef satay BBQ, both of which were delicious, especially with the rich coconut peanut sauce on the side. The Jamur Jamur (BBQ oyster mushrooms) was aberate ant its best & something I wouldn't order again.
I ordered the Chili Lemak & the Chili Maple Ayam Goreng. A heads-up: the chili sauce served alongside them is insanely spicy, so use it sparingly if you're sensitive to heat! The coconut rice was an excellent pairing with everything we ordered.
For drinks, we had the pandan mango beverage. It looked beautiful but was fairly average, as I couldn't taste much pandan nor mango. The Indonesian coffee was decent. The real surprise was the laksa-it was excellent & one of the highlights of the meal.
The restaurant has a great vibe, is spotless, & the service was top-notch throughout our visit. As far as I know, it's probably the only Indonesian restaurant in town, & it's definitely worth checking out if you're craving Indonesian flavors.
Calamari was way too small of a portion, & not grilled enough. Beef ribs were tough, too sweet & sour, with the same toppings as the calamari (green onions & chili) the side dip was good though. We were celebrating a birthday & mentioned it to the waiter at the end to give honest feedback, he laughed thinking it was a joke so we specified it was the worst bday dinner we had, he complemented a dessert to make it up but the panna brulee was absolutely carbonized on top & was literally burnt, & the interior reminded us of a vanilla vape pod taste. Very underwhelming experience.
- Jamur Jamur: Crispy oyster mushrooms with Malaysian spices
- Kari Ayam Penang: Peranaken chicken curry
- Iga Bakar: Grilled beef ribs marinated with galangal & soy
- Gudeg Nangka: Sweet stewed young jackfruit in coconut milk
- Kangkong Belacan: Water spinach stir-fried in belancan
I love belacan (fermented shrimp paste) & the water spinach dish was full of it! Delicious. The chicken curry was also stand-out, but all the dishes were really good & interesting. A very good meal!
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Was near the area & wanted to try some Indonesian food. We ordered most of the beef & prawn related items on the menu, as well as all the desserts. Everything tasted very good. My favourite was the chicken leg, it goes so well with the sauce. The skewers were also delicious & tender, but the prawn one could have more flavour. Their service could be a little more organized. We had multiple waitresses come over to ask the same things, & when we asked for them, they said they were busy & would come back but never came back. I would also recommend a reservation as they dont have that much seating & it gets pretty busy, even on weekdays. The desserts weren't that special, tasted average for the price. But I would still recommend if you're looking for Indonesian style food!
Every dish that we ordered was extremely flavorful & unique in texture & taste. Definitely a gastronomic adventure. Fried oyster mushroom, beef ribs, pandan creme brulee, & grilled chicken are just some of the great dishes.
Adored the satay skewers as well as their complementary sauces. The chicken, calamari, beef & rice were all great. They serve lovely cocktails that are powerful & diverse in flavour. The portion sizes are a bit smaller but very typical for tapas style / sharing style restaurants. Lovely atmosphere, decor & interior design. Professional & clean service.