Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 2450 reviews

What User doesn't like about Serai:
Fabulous meal! The restaurant location has been through several rebrandings over the years and has a bit of a run-down feeling to it, but you owe it to yourself to stick with it. The menu focuses mainly on Malaysian cuisine and has a great selection. You definitely owe it to yourself to consider something new, and the staff can certainly guide you if you’re unsure. All the food brought to our table was fresh and hot,... View all feedback. What User likes about Serai:
When I mentioned that I was vegan, she brought me a special vegetarian menu. She was very helpful with my order, and my food was delicious! I will definitely be back. View all feedback.

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Menu
4.0 ★ from 25 reviews

Their cocktails were priced between $10 and $13, featuring interesting combinations that I hadn't seen at other places. The staff was incredibly friendly, and I...

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Wow! We absolutely love Malaysian food, and Serai exceeded our expectations! We will definitely be coming back again.

When I mentioned that I was vegan, she brought me a special vegetarian menu. She was very helpful with my order, and my food was delicious! I will definitely be...

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I only loved the server with professional treatments for her craft. eating is okay, but chicken satay was a hit and the crab rangoons.

Always love serai! They did kind of forget about us on the patio but we were there at the end of the night and we’re in no rush. Love the food!

Opentable
4.7 ★ from 178 reviews
JenniferG
24.10.2023 - 09:46

It was our first time dining out back on the patio — loved that and had terrific food and service.

Lara
24.10.2023 - 09:46

TL;DR: Wrong order, poor service, long wait time, hidden 20% surcharge We used to love Serai and dined here frequently, and I usually do not post negative revie...

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Funsands
24.10.2023 - 09:46

Serai was closed for patio/outdoor dining. Disappointing given that we were not notified by OT/restaurant. A day earlier, I received a text to confirm my reserv...

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AngelaT
24.10.2023 - 09:46

Serai was delicious! We were all happy with our dishes. I enjoyed the casual atmosphere and it definitely felt like a step up from your go to delivery spots. Se...

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Rodrigo
24.10.2023 - 09:46

Friend gathering. They accommodated all 8 of us and helped us get enough food family style!

Google
4.2 ★ from 850 reviews
Gina
07.02.2024 - 23:23

I highly recommend you check out this restaurant; it’s absolutely delicious! We finally ordered takeout (we’ve been wanting to try it for a while), and everythi...

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Boy
07.02.2024 - 23:23

Serai, located in Chicago, provides an authentic Southeast Asian dining experience. The lively ambiance enhances the varied menu, which showcases expertly craft...

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BOB
07.02.2024 - 23:23

We ordered takeout, and it was still excellent. We can't wait to dine in. The beef rendang was comforting, while the chili chicken was fresh and not oily like y...

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Ameer
07.02.2024 - 23:23

Excellent food at a fair cost. Pan Asian food more than Malaysian. Some of our favorites are the drunken noodles, three chili chicken, Mongolian beef, mango chi...

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Paul
07.02.2024 - 23:23

Serai was a nice surprise. The menu covers many Asian cuisines. When I dined, there was a decent crowd for a Thursday night. Service was attentive. The food was...

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Restaurantji
4.1 ★ from 324 reviews
ISC
09.09.2023 - 07:57

Char Koay Teow 炒粿条 Malaysia signature flat noodles stir fried over very high heat with light and dark soy sauce, chili, shrimps, squids, bean sprouts, choppe...

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ISC
09.09.2023 - 07:57

Kang Kung Belacan (Stir-fried water spinach seasoned with spicy shrimp paste)

ISC
09.09.2023 - 07:57

Cumin Lamb Skewers 孜然羊肉串 Szechuan style BBQ lamb skewers topped with cumin

ISC
09.09.2023 - 07:57

Satay Chicken 沙爹鸡肉串 All time chef favorite, dark meat skewers marinated with lemongrass and served in peanut sauce

ISC
09.09.2023 - 07:57

Roti Pratha 印度面包 Indian bread served with a curry chicken and potatoes dipping sauce

Sirved
4.3 ★ from 830 reviews
Jonathan
24.01.2024 - 11:15

The food was satisfactory, but I've experienced better at other Malaysian restaurants. The portion sizes were generous, though the prices felt a bit steep. The...

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Irene
24.01.2024 - 11:15

The restaurant offers a wonderful Malaysian experience with its unique dishes. The cold dish has a delightful sweet and sour flavor, and the rice served with th...

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K
24.01.2024 - 11:15

Overall, the food is good, but the service is just average. I really enjoy their tofu claypot; the tofu is incredibly soft. However, I find their tea tarik and...

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Denise
24.01.2024 - 11:15

My friends from out of town wanted to check this place out so we came on a Saturday around 6:30pm. We were able to grab a table for 6 people outside. Sounds lik...

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Jerry
24.01.2024 - 11:15

Absolutely delicious except the Tom yum ramen, which was blend and soggy. The Hainanese chicken is extremely tender and flavorful. The portion of calamari is sm...

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Happycow
4.0 ★ from 2 reviews
SummerLee
28.10.2024 - 09:22

When I said I was vegan she brought over a specific vegetarian menu. She was very helpful with ordering. My food was delicious! Will return.

I ordered the curry laksa without meat, fish, or egg, and added extra vegetables and tofu. It was an amazing, flavorful soup with noodles—definitely filling and...

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j
28.10.2024 - 09:22

The cocktails were priced between $10 and $13, featuring unique combinations that we hadn’t seen elsewhere. The staff was incredibly friendly, and I was really...

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When I mentioned that I was vegan, they provided me with a specific vegetarian menu. The staff was very helpful when I was placing my order. My food was absolut...

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Yelp
4.0 ★ from 693 reviews
Gastroranking-us
3.8 ★ from 423 reviews

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