I remember in 2007, friends brought me to Lucky Plaza for the ‘famous Ayam Penyet’ – ironically, it’s so famous that none of them remember the name, ‘You just go Lucky Plaza and that is the famous Ayam Penyet lor’, I was told when I had my first experienced eating Ayam Penyet. Not only then when I finally learn to eat this Malay dish, I also learnt to take it with the ‘legendary chilli’ which my friends raved to me about (prior to that, the only type of chilli I consumed is the chicken rice chilli)
Just recently I was invited to attend a food tasting session at Bedok Mall, and I finally know the name of the “legendary Ayam Penyet” – Ayam Penyet Ria. The ignorant me then realised that Ayam Penyet Ria have a few branches located in various part of Singapore, but also serve more variety of dishes than I’m aware of.
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Ayam Penyet Ria @ Bedok Mall – a cosy setting |
We started off the session with some side dishes:
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Kerupuk Udang &Emping (Prawn crackers) @SGD$1.90 – Love this side, it’s crispy and yummily addictive I think this is a must-order starter if you come to the restaurant! |
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Jamur Enoki (Fried Enoki Mushrooms) @SGD$4.50 |
We were also served Entree:
I do know Ayam Penyet Ria served Ikan Penyet (smashed fish) but wasn’t aware they have quite a few varieties of fishes! There are limited quantity of fish for each day so do not be surprise if you were told it’s sold out for the day.
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Ikan Bawal Penyet + Nasi (Smashed Pomfret + Rice) @SDG$9.90 |
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Ikan Gurame Penyet (Smashed Gourami Fish + Rice) @SDG$10.80 With lesser bone and crispy flesh, I reckon this crispy Gourami Fish might be the top favourite fish dish? |
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Ayam Penyet + Nasi (Smashed Fried Chicken + Rice) @SGD7.90 The chicken is tender and not much fat. Love this all time favourite…. |
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(L)Lava Boy (Blueberry Mocktail + Longan + Jelly) @SGD$2.60 and (R)Lava Girl (Grape Mocktail + Longan + Jelly) @SGD$2.60 |
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Es Campur (Ice Mixed Fruits) @SGD$3.90 |
Till date, among the desserts that I’ve tried from the restaurant before, I still prefer the Jus Alpukat (Indonesia Avocado Juice, @ SGD$4.50).
Outlets
Ayam Penyet Ria @ Lucky Plaza (Level 1)
Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Road #01-45, S238863
Tel: (65) 62356390
Open daily 11:00 – 22:00
Ayam Penyet Ria @ Lucky Plaza (Level 4)
Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Road #04-25, S238863
Tel: (65) 62356390
Open daily 12:00 – 21:00
Ayam Penyet Ria @ Far East Plaza
Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Road #05-22
Tel: (65) 67334336
Open daily 11:30 – 22:00
Ayam Penyet Ria @ Jurong Point
1 Jurong West Central 2 #B1-06, Singapore 648886
Tel: (65) 6794 3015
Open daily 11:30 -21:00
Ayam Penyet Ria @ Bedok Mall
Bedok Mall 311 New Up Changi Rd #01-71/72 S467360
Tel: 6441 0025
Open daily 11:30 – 22:00