I’ll admit that I’ve driven right by Nyonya on several occasions, and never even noticed it in the shadow of Big Lots and Tom Jumper Chevrolet. In fact, I almost passed it even knowing where it was! Believe me, it’s worth finding. And don’t let the shopping center façade fool you. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is a pleasing and effective blend of dark wood accents and deep red tones. Beautiful boxes of exotic spices at the entrance hint at the taste adventure that lies ahead.
Nyonya is unique in that it specializes in Thai,Malaysian & Chinese foods by utilizing the talents of three chefs, each one specializing in their respective cuisine. The menu is like a map of the best that each region has to
offer. In addition to your favorites (and who can pass on classics like Moo Shu Pork or Pad Thai?), But before I get carried away, let’s start at the beginning. There are so many starters to choose from that I was already choosing items for my return visit just moments after our order left for the kitchen. The Nyonya Hats are
simply delicious. The crisp pastry shells stuffed with shrimp and shredded veggies and sweet peanut dipping sauce are truly hard to resist. Or try the Roti Canai, a Malaysian-style pancake served with curry dipping sauce. Of course, all of your favorite soups are here, including the rich lemongrass-infused TomYum soup that’s loaded with jumbo shrimp, scallops, squid
and mushrooms. If you’re craving greens,try the Nyonya house salad that features kiwi, oranges and cucumber with a homemade ginger dressing.Grilled lamb chops may not appear on most Asian menus, but Nyonya breaks the mold with their Szechuan Lamb served with a spicy mix of fresh curried vegetables. The lamb is meaty and mild and pairs nicely with a tall glass of Tsingtao beer or a nice glass of red wine. Another
house favorite is the Assam Seabass with stringbeans, eggplants and carrots in a spicy, Indian-derived sauce. One of the chefs was inspired by a trip to Panama and created several dishes that fuse tastes from that region with those of his homeland. The Panama Beef is delightfully sweet & sour and chocked full of cilantro, bell pepper, tomato and onion. The meal ended with a simple plate of mango & coconut mousse cake, a light and airy conclusion to an amazing meal. With so many favorites from Thailand, Malaysia and China, there’s literally something for everyone here. So tell your friend and come hungry to what is easily one of Sandy Springs’ best kept secrets: Nyonya.
Pros: best Thai, Malaysian, and Chinese food
Cons: none
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