Top Restaurant

For those who grew up or have lived in the San Gabriel Valley over the last three decades, this Indonesian-Hawaiian restaurant has long been a takeout go-to for Southeast Asian-style fried chicken. Only 45 orders are available each day, and you must order it in person; Top Restaurant does allows phone orders, but not for their popular fried chicken. Marinated for 12 hours in a blend of kecap manis (Indonesian sweet soy sauce), garlic and other secret ingredients, the chicken here is one of the best Southeast Asian fried chickens you’ll find in town. A crackly, crispy thin coat of batter is all that separates you from the delicious, slightly addicting mix of sweet and savory flavors that permeate each piece of chicken. If you think of fried chicken as a food that simply weighs you down, give Top Restaurant a try; I guarantee it’ll change your opinion of the dish.