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Taste Good Malaysian Cuisine in Elmhurst, NY, is celebrated for its authentic Malaysian dishes, cozy atmosphere, and attentive service. While the restaurant is cash-only, it offers a diverse menu catering to both vegetarian and vegan preferences. Signature dishes like Roti Canai, Hainanese Chicken, and various Laksas are highly recommended. The establishment also provides delivery, takeout, reservations, and catering services, making it a convenient choice for many.

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Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Elmhurst, Queens, **Taste Good** is a culinary gem that transports diners straight to the heart of Malaysia. This long-running Malaysian restaurant is renowned for its authentic dishes, offering a comforting escape from the hustle and bustle of New York City. With its cozy, no-frills setting, Taste Good invites you to savor the rich flavors and aromas that define Malaysian cuisine.

At Taste Good, every dish is a celebration of Malaysia's diverse culinary heritage. Start your meal with the **Hainanese Chicken**, a dish that showcases tender, succulent chicken served with fragrant rice and a rich blend of soy and chili ginger sauce. This dish is not just a meal; it’s a masterclass in flavor and texture.

Another standout dish is the **Char Kway Teow**, a smoky stir-fried noodle dish that features chewy rice noodles, fresh prawns, and a medley of vegetables. Each bite bursts with flavor, transporting you to the bustling hawker centers of Malaysia. The freshness of the ingredients and the skillful preparation make this dish a must-try.

Taste Good is not just about food; it’s about community and authenticity. The restaurant has been a staple in Elmhurst for years, drawing in locals and visitors alike with its warm hospitality and genuine Malaysian flavors. A fun fact: many of the recipes have been passed down through generations, ensuring that each dish maintains its traditional essence.

Taste Good is celebrated for its authentic Malaysian dishes, particularly the Hainanese Chicken and Char Kway Teow.

For an authentic taste of Malaysia in New York, Taste Good offers a unique culinary experience that feels like a trip to Southeast Asia.

Located in Elmhurst, you can explore nearby parks and local shops after your meal.

Whether you're a local or just passing through, make sure to stop by Taste Good for a meal that is both comforting and delicious. Experience the authentic flavors of Malaysia and create lasting memories with every bite.

Small, long-running Malaysian restaurant serving laksa & other traditional eats in a spare setting.

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The food is good. I love the fragrant fish and fish pancake, but the place really shows why they have Grade C. I also saw a small roach after we ate. I might not come back again, maybe until I crave my fave dish from them.

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Tonight for dinner I took my son Michael "Taste Good" 8218 45th Ave, Elmhurst, NY 11373. This place is right near the r train. Its a small long-running Malaysian restaurant serving some of the best hand made noodles in NYC. I started off with there Malaysian coffee and it was awesome. We both ordered Beef Rendang and it was the best dish of the night! lf you're going to order something, I think you should order this. The beef cubes were tender and nicely coated with there sauce. Also we ordered the Char kway teow and it was out of this world. It is there handmade stir-fried rice noodles,small prawns/shrimp,fried fish cake, tofu and made fresh daily.  Overall "Taste Good" has amazing customer service and they are all about authenticity. It's rare to find such a genuinely authentic Malaysian and Straits culinary experience in the US, making "Taste Good" not just a meal but a comforting escape to the heart of Malaysia right here in Queens. #onlyinnyc #queens #tastegood

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Some restaurants captivate with their ambiance, innovative dishes, or meticulous service. However, "Taste Good" distinguishes itself by delivering a slice of Southeast Asia through authentic Malaysian dishes that speak of their heritage. This isn't about reinvention but celebration—the rich, comforting, and diverse flavors that Malaysia is known for. Dining at this place feels like a visit to a hawker center in Penang, Ipoh, KL, or Singapore. It's a culinary journey that genuinely transports your taste buds to another world.

The food here is genuinely authentic. Starting with the Tahu Goreng, its crispy exterior and pillowy interior are perfectly paired with a tangy, slightly spicy satay sauce—an absolute must-try. The freshness of the ingredients stands out, ensuring each bite is a delight. The Achar Salad, vibrant and crisp, perfectly balances sweetness and spiciness, rounding out the appetizers beautifully.

The Hainanese chicken is a masterclass in texture and taste—tender, succulent, and richly flavored, exactly what you’d expect from this iconic dish. The Char Kway Teow follows suit with its smoky, savory notes, chewy noodles, and a generous mix of sprouts and greens. The Sizzling Bean Curd, a delightful twist with its square crispy cubed tofu, offers a different texture from the usual softer, round versions but delivers all the expected flavors—thoroughly satisfying and comforting.

The setting of "Taste Good" complements its culinary ethos beautifully—cozy, unpretentious, and all about authenticity. It's rare to find such a genuinely authentic Malaysian and Straits culinary experience in the US, making "Taste Good" not just a meal but a comforting escape to the heart of Malaysia right here in Queens.

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Our family restaurant growing up was a nearby Malaysian restaurant run by Chinese people, so I'm quite familiar with the tasty offerings of questionably authentic Malaysian spots. One bite of our first dish at Taste Good, and I knew I'd found the NYC doppelganger.

In order of best to worst, we had:

- Crispy Seafood Rice Noodles: The noodles were disappointingly already soggy, implying the dish had been sitting on a counter for too long, but the flavors were on point

- Roti Canai: Roti was decent, but wish the sambal hadn't been ice cold

- Hainanese Chicken: I've had far better from the Motherland, but at least the sauce was a good blend of soy and chili ginger

- Malaysian Satay Panggang: A bit too sweet for me, but otherwise decent

- Char Kway Teaw: There needed to be much, MUCH more char, but the overall flavor was fine

- Pandan Ayam: Now we start getting to the disappointments. There was no pandan flavor in these deep fried chicken wings. They tasted like the kind you get at Chinese buffets

- Malaysian Popiah: Ice cold and not very pleasant in the mouth

- Kangkung Belacan: Such a waste of this unique vegetable. The shrimp paste sauce was too bitter, and not savory or seafood-y enough

- Singapore Kari Laksa: Ugh, how do you mess up this signature dish? The soup was as bland as broth and lacked any spices or seasonings. It was as vanilla as a Swiftie meetup, and about as interesting. Shame, shame!

In sum, this is sub-par Malaysian food made by probably-not-Malaysian people. My dining companions, some of whom were Malaysian and Singaporean, noted that the place used to be much better but they seemed to have given up trying. When we tried to order the Ikan Pari Bakar (grilled stingray, a staple Malaysian dish), we were told there was no sting ray. We asked what kind of fish they did have, and the manager shrugged and said, "Flounder?" That interaction seems illustrative of the "giving up" part.

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A small no frills restaurant- I was inspired to try this place because an online chef recommended this spot as his go to for a comfort meal.  I tried a few dishes and was pleased with all of them.  I am looking forward sharing future dining experiences with family and friends.

Taste Good: Authentic Malaysian Cuisine in Elmhurst, NY

Taste Good Malaysian Cuisine, established in the 1990s, has been serving authentic Malaysian dishes in Elmhurst, NY, for decades. Known for its cozy atmosphere and attentive service, the restaurant has become a staple in the community.

Authentic Malaysian dishes including appetizers, soups, casseroles, house specialties, fried noodles, and desserts.

Roti Canai

Tahu Goreng

Tahu Emas

Crispy Vegetable Spring Roll

Rojak

Malaysian Popiah

Malaysian Satay Panggang

Pandan Ayam

Sour Cabbage with Bean Curd Soup

Fish Head Soup

Pork with Watercress Soup

Seafood Bean Curd Soup

Seafood Tom Yum Soup

Seafood and Seaweed Soup

House Special Fish Ball Soup

Shrimp Wonton Soup

Bak Kut Teh

Seafood Bean Curd Casserole

Eggplant Minced Pork Spicy Garlic Sauce

Fried Tofu with Minced Pork Spicy Garlic Sauce

Salted Fish, Chicken & Tofu Casserole

Curry Beef Tripe Casserole

Curry Vegetables Delight Casserole

Curry Assam Fish Head Casserole

Butter Jumbo Shrimps

Jumbo Shrimps Golden Aromatic Flavor

Sambal Shrimps

Clams in Golden Aromatic Flavor

Fish Filets in Golden Aromatic Flavor

Sweet & Sour Fish Filets

Marmite Pork Chop

Marmite Shrimps

Black Pepper Pork Chop

Lamb Rendang

Beef Rendang

Sweet Rice Wine Chicken

Fragrant Spicy Chicken

Fantastic Four

Buddhist Yam Basket Seafood

Fragrant Spicy Fish Filets

Pan Fried Fish

Sizzling Bean Curd

Sizzling Beef with Bell Peppers & Onions

Sizzling Clams in Golden Aromatic Sauce

Sizzling Pork Chop with Marmite Sauce

Sizzling Fish Filets with Black Pepper Sauce

Sizzling Black Pepper Beef

Sizzling Aromatic Belacan Sting Ray

Char Kway Teow

Hokkien Char Mee (KL Style)

Indian Mee Goreng

Singapore Hokkien Mee

Nasi Sambal Daging

Sambal Beef with Rice

Nasi Tom Yum Goreng

Nasi Belacan Goreng

Nasi Lemak Goreng

Nasi Ayam Halia

Nasi Itik Halia

Nasi Lembu Halia

Mui Fun

Broccoli Over Rice

Beef with Broccoli

Beef with Chinese Veggie Over Rice

Seafood Tofu Over Rice

Assorted Meat with Tofu Over Rice

Malaysian Curry Over Rice

Curry Beef Tripe or Slice Beef with Cucumber

Beef Rendang or Spare Ribs Over Rice

Curry Shrimp Over Rice

Eggplant with Garlic Sauce Over Rice

Mixed Vegetables Over Rice

Young Chow Fried Rice

Make Your Own Fried Rice

Salted Fish Fried Rice

Salted Fish Dice Chicken Fried Rice

Petai Belacan with Rice

Bubur Cha Cha

Pulut Hitam

Grass Jelly Ice

Rambutan Ice

Lychee Ice

Longan Ice

Soya Bean Milk

Soya Bean with Grass Jelly

Homemade Herbal Drink

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