Chilli Padi - Newcastle upon Tyne

Chilli Padi is another Malaysian restaurant in Newcastle, and it has quickly become a favorite among locals. I learned that the founder hails from Sibu, a town in Sarawak, and it felt wonderful to enjoy a taste of home. With so many tempting dishes on the menu, I found it difficult to decide what to order. The “Aubergine Sliced Fish with Rice” was absolutely delicious, featuring a rich and generous clear sauce with large pieces of fish lightly fried in batter. My friend couldn’t get enough of the Mango Tofu; it was a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors. However, I found the vegetarian curry to be somewhat mild in flavor. Perhaps to cater to a wider audience, the spices here are a bit toned down. It was truly a pleasure to reminisce about home while dining at this restaurant. The food here is inspired by authentic home-cooked recipes.

I should have gone for the chicken bites instead of the wings because the bites looked delicious and juicy while the wings were a little smooth with the spicy sauce. I have beef with rice and it came with a very healthy part. Nice and very sharp. No fan of the 100x Malaysian drink.

A truly unique restaurant that consistently impresses with its outstanding Malaysian flavors. Fantastic!

On July 21, my father visited my 18th Birthday. Service was great and casual and food came fast. We had both smoked chicken, Egg Fried Rice, Soft Noodles, Gyoza's and Spring Rolls and it was absolutely to die, the food was absolutely delicious and the portions massive, even the rice was amazing!

Your go-to place for authentic Malaysian cuisine in Newcastle. So many dishes to pick from which is a good enough reason to return to the place. Be sure to book a table just in case they have a full crowd.