Pondok Makan Indonesia - Singapore

The satay was quite delicious; the sauce had a rich peanut flavor and was spicier than what you typically find elsewhere. Definitely worth a try!

This hawker food stall is one of the Michelin Guide's recommendations, and the food is truly delicious. The staff is also very friendly!

For almost 20 years, this has remained my favorite place for food. I've been coming here since I was single, and it’s still my top choice even now that I’m married.

The tahu goreng featured exceptionally fresh and soft tofu, deep-fried to achieve just the right amount of crispiness on the outside. It was topped with sliced lettuce and blanched bean sprouts, all smothered in a delicious grated peanut sauce that had a bit of spice. The mee rebus came with a thick sauce that was well-cooked over perfectly blanched noodles; however, I found the sauce a bit too sweet for my taste. The lontong was delightful, made with fresh ingredients and served in a mildly rich gravy. It's been ages since I've finished a plate so quickly. As for the satay served at 9 AM—what a treat to find it in a hawker center! The marinated chicken skewers were grilled to a slight char, resulting in a tender and flavorful bite. The ketupat was moist and soft, a clear sign of freshly boiled rice made that very day. The stall operated with impressive efficiency, staffed by four ladies in a small space, with the boss managing orders for a long queue of customers. I was pleased to be served by the lady boss herself, who was extremely courteous and humble—a refreshing change in busy stalls, even those with Michelin recognition. She encouraged customers to take a seat and assured them that their orders would be delivered if they asked for dishes requiring extra time, like the satay. You just need to be seated nearby, or you can relax and wait for your order. I'm definitely looking forward to returning to this stall to try other popular dishes like satay, mee rebus, and lontong!

The 2021 Michelin Guide Singapore features Pondok Makan Indonesia, which offers an incredible Mee Rebus for just $3.00. As the only Muslim hawker stall recognized in the Michelin Guide, it has developed a devoted following within the Malay community for its excellent Malay cuisine. In addition to Mee Rebus, the stall serves a variety of dishes, including satay, gado gado, mee soto, and tahu goreng. Originally established in the 1960s as Indonesia Satay Soto, the stall has moved from the Orchard carpark to its current location on Queen Street.