We ate at the Istana on a recent visit to Wellington and enjoyed the food and restaurant immensely. Good choice of dishes superbly prepared which is no wonder they have been going 29 years! Great food, great service in a friendly atmosphere!

Date of visit: November 2023

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kungfupanda2018

10 reviews

Reviewed 24 October 2023

A piece of Malaysia in the souther hemisphere!!

Excellent food, Excellent hospitality. The restaurant is celebrating its 29th year. The food we ordered with very authentic. The spice levels were very authentic if one is looking for that, just ask them. Otherwise food spice level is suited to the palate. The flavours were...fantastic. Just had a great time. I had the nasi Lemak, it was just perfect. The prawn sambal was amazing so was the beef redang was just right. The roti was soft and fluffy perfect. The curry laska was great, so were the other 2 mains we took. The service was extremely friendly and great. The owners are a couple. the wife is the hostess and the husband the chief chef. highly recommend.More

Date of visit: October 2023

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Jay S

2 reviews

Reviewed 28 September 2023

Such wonderful hosts!

We had an absolutely wonderful time at Instana Malaysia. Meri and her team are an absolute delight, they went above and beyond for us and I highly recommend using them for any event or occasion where you need to have a space that can hold...over 100 people! Thank yo so much!More

Date of visit: September 2023

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Rebecca N

41 reviews

Reviewed 1 September 2023 via mobile

Fabulous for Vegans too!

As a vegan it can be hard finding great food at a place that also satisfies my friends. This place was fantastic! So many options, fabulous atmosphere, and amazing staff. 10 stars - would definitely go back!

Date of visit: September 2023

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Guide43887389182

1 review

Reviewed 13 July 2023

Best curry puffs

Had the best curry puffs. The ambience was so soft and perfect for dinner and the owner was so delightful and engaging; it was a pleasure to dine here.

Date of visit: July 2023

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Heather W

19 reviews

Reviewed 10 July 2023

Excellent food and service

The meals and service are always of a high standard. I had a delicious spicy lamb curry with a roti and rice. My friend thoroughly enjoyed her chicken sambal and mango lassi. They had the heating turned up and it was toasty warm and inviting.

Date of visit: July 2023

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SebastianAuckland99

14 reviews

Reviewed 16 May 2023

Nice atmosphere but disappointed with the food.

Clearly a very busy restaurant which was full of people and a lively atmosphere. The waiting staff were very good and helpful. Sadly, the food was not that good especially one of the mains that was lamb. Dish was very small for a main and...if you added rice or other extras it cost more. The soup which was an entree was very salty and watery. Was quite expensive especially with such small meals. Some of the other menu items did look a bit more substantial though.More

Date of visit: May 2023

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marksQ6900OZ

6 reviews

Reviewed 2 April 2023 via mobile

A pleasant Malaysian delight

We chose this restaurant as we like Malaysian food and we happened to be passing by. Friendly greeting by staff. Great decor and atmosphere. Obviously popular with the locals. The food and drinks menu is extensive and it delivered everything we could hope for. We...can understand why you have been in business for 29 years. Congratulations!More

Date of visit: April 2023

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007_Richard_E

314 reviews

Reviewed 21 February 2023 via mobile

Amazing food with outstanding service

My wife and I chose this restaurant to celebrate Valentine’s Day whilst staying in Wellington, we received a warm welcome and had a lovely meal with some very nice wine, we would definitely recommend this restaurant, the service we received was friendly from start to...finish and was good value for money.More

Date of visit: February 2023

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gmcfur

3 reviews

Reviewed 24 January 2023

Home cooked delicious in a relaxed inner city restaurant

We had the pleasure of dining at Istana tonight. The service was warm and attentive, the food on point and space warm and welcoming. Loved the ambience of this inner city restaurant and highly recommend it!

Date of visit: January 2023

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puegayatri

1 review

Reviewed 28 December 2022

Nice place, amazing foods, and wonderful staff

Great halal restaurant with delicious food and super friendly staffs. I came here twice in my 3-day visit to Wellington. Recommended!

Date of visit: November 2022

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tbird717

1 review

Reviewed 22 December 2022

Delicious Food & Amazing Atmosphere

This is a very clean restaurant with food that will make you feel great. The review form won't let me put the accurate time of my visit, but this place deserves a high rating. You will enjoy dining here.

Date of visit: January 2022

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roger b

2 reviews

Reviewed 10 December 2022 via mobile

Great Malaysian

I called in here after reading one or two reviews, I always read them with an open mind. I was made to feel welcome from the start. Fantastic food, just right on the spices. The place was busy but I didn't wait long. Do yourself...a favour and go.More

Date of visit: December 2022

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ONeil_11

39 reviews

Reviewed 30 November 2022

Only okay

Had higher expectations based on reviews and it was really very ordinary food. Nice service but.....

Date of visit: November 2022

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John C

1 review

Reviewed 26 October 2022 via mobile

Foodie Find in Wellington

We just got to Wellington and saw the trip advisor recommendation for this restaurant. It definitely did not disappoint. I had the Beef Rendang and my wife ordered the Mee-goreng with chicken. Both dishes were outstanding. My wife said that her dish was the best...she ever had. Prices are very reasonable and service was excellent. We are only in Wellington for a few days and are considering going back again! Well deserved trip advisor award of excellence!More

Date of visit: October 2022

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