Inventive Malaysian cooking with standout seabass, rendang, and aubergine in a tiny, buzzy room; excellent flavors but cramped seating and some portion/value gripes.
JandaDiner excels with vibrant Malaysian flavors and standout dishes like seabass in tamarind paired with warm, personable service, but inconsistent execution on texture and course timing and cramped seating that limits comfort prevent a higher grade. The hidden-gem appeal and loyal following reflect genuine quality, though the tight room and occasional service delays on busy nights keep it from competing with the area's premier dining destinations.
One caveat: Cramped layout and loud room during peak hours; several guests found it uncomfortable