Inside Cactus Jack’s Casino on North Carson Street, a hidden gem restaurant has been serving authentic Indonesian cuisine alongside classic American comfort food since 2020.
Owners Tee Jay and Chuck opened this unique spot with a passion for bringing Indonesian-American home cooking to Nevada, creating one of the only authentic Indonesian restaurants in the entire state.
The cafe serves everything from traditional Nasi Goreng fried rice to hearty chili sizes, all prepared fresh with spices adjusted to each customer’s heat preference.
How Tee Jay’s Corner Cafe Won Carson City’s Hearts
Tee Jay’s Corner Cafe won the hearts of Carson City residents by delivering insanely tasty food with warm hospitality that makes every guest feel like family.
The owners’ willingness to customize spice levels per request earned praise from diners who appreciate having control over heat intensity in their dishes 🔥
The East meets West fusion concept attracted adventurous eaters looking for authentic Indonesian street food alongside comforting American classics.
The cafe even received a visit from the Indonesian Consulate General and staff, validating their authentic approach to traditional Indonesian recipes.
Food Highlights
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TJ’s Pineapple Chicken: This signature dish features lightly breaded boneless dark meat chicken with pineapple, onion, and broccoli in a bumbu Bali sweet spicy pineapple sauce.
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Spice Island Fried Rice (Nasi Goreng): This Indonesian classic stir-fries jasmine rice with egg and vegetables in sambal goreng sauce with a choice of protein.
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Pad Thai: A Friday special that one customer declared “very delicious, everything perfect” — this Thai noodle dish showcases the cafe’s Asian cuisine expertise.
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Creamy Red Curry: This weekly special with succulent chicken and perfectly steamed crunchy vegetables earned rave reviews.
- Mie Goreng: This classic Indonesian stir-fried noodle dish comes loaded with vegetables, egg, and savory seasonings, delivering deep, wok-kissed flavor in every bite.
- Chuck’s Wagon Chili Size: A hearty American favorite featuring Chuck’s chili covering a perfectly cooked beef patty, topped with a huge handful of shredded cheese and chopped onion.
- Golden Curry Yellow: This gluten-free curry simmers potato, onion, carrot, and broccoli in turmeric-based coconut milk with authentic spices including coriander, cumin, cardamom, and galangal, served over jasmine rice
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Beef Fried Wonton (Martabak): These golden fried crepes filled with seasoned ground beef, egg, and onion offer a crispy, savory start to any meal.
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Drunken Noodles: This spicy option features broad rice noodles with onion, carrots, broccoli, snow peas, and egg in a spicy soy sauce base.
Atmosphere 🎰
The restaurant operates inside Cactus Jack’s Casino, creating a unique setting where guests can eat at the bar or order takeout to avoid casino smoke.
The space offers a nice atmosphere and excellent entertainment, making it surprisingly family-friendly despite the casino location.
The hidden gem location inside the casino adds to the discovery factor, with locals delighting in sharing this secret spot with out-of-town visitors seeking authentic cuisine.
Bottom Line đź’Ż
Visit Tee Jay’s Corner Cafe for authentic Indonesian cuisine rarely found in Nevada, incredibly friendly owners who customize spice levels and explain dishes, fresh-cooked meals prepared to order with amazing flavors, and reasonable prices that make trying exotic dishes accessible for everyone.
Address:
420 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701 (Inside Cactus Jack’s Casino)
đź“ž (775) 434-7277
🕔 Mon-Fri: Lunch 10 AM–2 PM, Dinner 4 PM–8 PM; Sat 4 PM–8 PM (closed Sun)