Kancil Menu

Welcome to Kancil, a vibrant cocktail bar nestled at 434 Amsterdam Ave in New York City, where authentic Malaysian flavors come alive. This trendy spot offers a unique fusion of handcrafted cocktails and delicious dishes, making it a gem for both casual outings and intimate gatherings. Reserve your table or take advantage of their efficient takeout and delivery options.

Start with delightful small plates like Thunder Tea Salad and Crispy Tofu, bursting with fresh flavors. Don’t miss the standout Sarawak Laksa or the rich Ayam Masak Merah for mains, each dish crafted to perfection. Vegetarian and vegan options abound, ensuring something for everyone. The atmosphere here is casual yet vibrant, ideal for brunch or dinner with friends.

With a full bar, outdoor seating, and even special events, Kancil invites you to savor every moment, whether enjoying good food or dancing the night away!

Street Snacks

Pulut Panggang

Grilled sticky rice stuffed with dried shrimp in banana leaves.

$11.00

Cucur Udang

Shrimp, carrot, jicama and chives fritters.

$13.00

Thunder Tea Salad

Mitzuna, Tatsoi, chrysanthemum green, Asian pear, pumpkin seedmatcha pesto.

$18.00

Roti Jala

Lacy turmeric crepes, curried vegetables dip, creme fraiche.

$15.00

Crispy Tofu

Peanut and tamarind sauce, pickled Hakurei turnip.

$15.00

Kerang Tumis

Malaysian clam dip, turmeric sticky rice, tapioca crackers, endives.

$20.00

Chili Crab Dip

Fried man tou

$18.00

Pasembur Malaysian Indian Salad

Shrimp fritter, tofu, egg, cucumber, jicama, potatoes, tomatoes, peanut tamarind dressing.

$16.00

Sweet Potatoes Croquettes

Salted egg yolk, curry leaves, trout roe, ghost pepper coulis

$18.00

Shrimp And Kabocha

Butter and curry leaves crisp, calamansi sambal

$21.00

Small Plates

Large Plates

Fing Wong Fried Rice

Fried rice with golden anchovies, scallions, chicken and egg

$26.00

La La Bee Hoon

Manila and razor clams, ginger wine broth, rice vermicelli.

$27.00

Sarawak Laksa

Shrimp, chicken, omelet, rice vermicelli, spiced coconut broth.

$27.00

Sung Har Yee Meen

Shrimps, crispy noodles, leeks, ginger, lobster sauce.

$31.00

Ayam Masak Merah

Malay Fried Chicken with red chili gravy, celery and cucumber salad.

$25.00

Ayam Percik

BBQ half Green Circle chicken, wilted swiss chard, turmeric lemongrass sauce

$37.00

Lamb Shank

Signature rendang curry sauce, fried potatoes, pea shoots and white rice

$41.00

Salt And Pepper Fish

Fried whole branzino, garlic, chili, bell peppers, shallots

$45.00

Nasi Ulam

Steamed rice with a thousand herbs.

$6.00

Taro Root Rice

5 spice red rice with taro root.

$6.00

Jasmine Rice

$4.00

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