Probably the best Ayam Penyet in town

Built in the 1970’s, Lucky Plaza has been a popular hangout place for Indonesians and Fillippinos domestic helpers during weekends.  However, it is also a popular spot for locals to seek out value for money eats in town.

Do you know that a handful of restaurants located here are owned by Indonesian businessmen?  Undoubtedly, their local dish, ayam penyet (also known as smashed fried chicken), got our local taste buds hooked to it.

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Savour the Street Food of Jakarta Town

There’s actually a little Jakarta town in the heart of Orchard Road.  I’m not exactly referring to Lucky Plaza if you’re thinking of that.  It’s actually Jtown Cafe which is pretty well known as Cafe Kota Jakarta among the Indonesian community here in Singapore although it’s been around for less than a year.

Conveniently tucked at the basement 1 of Midpoint Orchard shopping center (just across the road from 313 Somerset), you will be able to find Jtown Cafe.  Upon entering the basement of the humble looking Midpoint Orchard, you will be welcomed with a cozy, warm and comfortable ambiance at Jtown Cafe.

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