THE PLACE

This is how the front looks like. A very typical eating house in Indonesia.

You will notice a small outdoor section to the right of the entrance. You will see some dudes are BBQ-ing lots of satay. I was salivating as I saw them glazing the meat with their sweet and spicy marinades.

This is how the inside looks like. It is ALWAYS crowded. They actually have a second floor seating area too, which is usually quite full as well. If you come here during weekdays lunch hours, be prepared to wait for seats

THE PROCESS

There is quite a variety of selections as you could see. The idea is, you take what you want and put them on your plate. Then you proceed to your seats. A lady will then calculate the food on your table and write you a total bill.

Their bill has been the same for the past decade at least. How much your meal costs purely depends on what items you have on your plates. On average, I would estimate a regular plate with 3 dishes cost around Rp 30,000 (SGD 3).

DELICIOUS SUNDANESE CUISINE

Let me make a disclaimer first. Dish-to-dish, I have had better ones in other upscale Sunda Restaurants. But in terms of overall satisfaction, this is my No 1 choice.

What a typical meals for two looks like. Let’s zoom in…

Quite a standard selection of bbq chicken, satay, and omelette. I absolutely recommend the satay. Bbq chicken is quite good too and that “sambal” is amazing. A good “sambal” is what Sundanese cuisine is all about

Not so standard selection. Why? The satay and “bakwan jagung” look quite normal. But what is that black thingy? It is a beef’s LUNG! We call this “paru paru”. I love it! And again, the satay ranks quite high in my personal standard

A little blurry but these two chili sauces are quite spicy. A good “sambal “can usually tell you how good the restaurant is! That’s what I think anyway. hahahaha

Another one of my favorite this here is this Beef rendang. The gravy is super tasty and the meat is quite tender considering the part they use are not exactly sirloin or tenderloin. hahahaha

Their “Ikan Bakar” is pretty good too. But alas, too much food for my cute tummy. I wish I could eat them all!

Finally, I would like to dedicate this post to these unsung heroes that many of us probably take for granted. These are the servers, the cooks, the cleaners, basically people behind the scene who make sure the food you eat here are good and consistent. Let’s start thanking them with proper courtesy and manner. Or if you are too shy to do so, please just appreciate them by just respecting them. I make it a habit to compliment them especially the cooks but sometimes I am guilty as charge. Customers are not always Kings you know. Okay that is all for now or else I get too carried away. Hahaha..

Terima kasih yah mbak mbak dan mas mas yang ramah dari RM Sunda Ibu Joko. Masakannya enak enak. Terima kasih sudah sering support koko dan nonton live koko yang gak karuan yah. Hahaha.. sampai ketemu lagi

LEARN YOUR INDONESIAN

Ayam bakar = BBQ Chicken
Ikan bakar = BBQ Fish
Sate ayam = Chicken Satay
Sate kambing = Lamb Satay
Rendang sapi = Beef Rendang
Sambal = Chili
Paru paru = Lung
Bakwan Jagung = Corn Fritter
Berapa? = How Much?
Terima kasih = Thank you

#HALAL
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PRICE: Rp 3,000 per stick
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LOCATION: RM Sunda Ibu Joko
– komp jpk blok d75-76, nagoya square
– besides Lai Lai hotel
– near Goodway and Harmoni Hotel
– 15 mins walk from Nagoya Hill mall

They have another location in Batam Center just beside Harmoni One Hotel!
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HOURS: Lunch and Dinner
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TELP: 0778-424433

Indomie is the brand of Indonesia’s number one Instant Noodle. It is so popular that you could find Indomie almost anywhere in the world. Indomie itself has countless variations that you write an entire book on it. But for this posting purpose, let’s just say most eating places that have Indomie in their menu would have Indomie Goreng and Indomie Rebus. This “Miso Ajo Selat Panjang” serve both types at a very high level.

MISO AJO SELAT PANJANG STALL

This is the front look of Miso Ajo stall. Do not be deceived by this picture. They get really crowded during most nights. I just love to beat the crowd because sometimes, food quality gets compromised when many orders come in together. And I just don’t like to wait! hahahaha

INDOMIE GORENG (DRY)

This is their Fried version. The main flavor is salty and spicy. Has a rather strong fragrance from its special chili sauce. The real kicker for me is the noodle texture. Truly a masterpiece.

INDOMIE REBUS (WET)

Can you feel this noodle calling out to you? That thick looking soup. Looks spicy but it is not really that spicy. Uses the same special chili sauce but somehow, tastes quite different compared to the dry version. It is still very good though.

In conclusion, you really should make your way here. This is how locals eat and it cannot get anymore local than eating Indomie in this kind of setting. They do sell other dishes but I am a self-proclaimed Indomie specialist. So let’s just stick with Indomie!

LEARN YOUR INDONESIA

Indomie = Instant Noodle Brand
Goreng = Fried
Rebus = Boil

#HALAL

PRICE: Rp 15,000

LOCATION: Miso Ajo Selat Panjang Stall
– Inside D’Taste Nagoya, Batam
– Next to Vegas Steak in Nagoya
– 10 mins walk from Nagoya Hill Mall
– 10 mins walk from Da Vienna Hotel
– Near Harmoni Suite Hotel and Lucky Plaza Nagoya

HOURS: 17:00 – 01:00

WHAT IS MIE LENDIR?

This noodle dish includes yellow noodle, bean sprouts, a boiled egg, chili padi, bawang goreng, and topped with peanut gravy. The key for me is the gravy; fragrant and sweet suitable for most people taste. The yellow noodle texture is quite soft with just a little spring to it. But where is the Mucus? Well, the gravy is kinda thick and borderline slimy so maybe that’s why people call this Mucus Noodle! hahahaha

This legendary stall has around 30 years of experiences and has opened many branches across Batam. This is regarded as Batam No 1 “Mie Lendir” by local Batamians. While the taste may not be WOW to some of you but its simplicity and consistency level is WOW to me. It tastes the same today as I remember it when I was a kid. And I have always come out satisfied for this quick 10-min breakfast affair. Oh and it is damn cheap too!

WATCH HOW MIE LENDIR IS MADE

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LEARN YOUR INDONESIAN

Mie = Noodle
Lendir = Mucus
Rebus = Boiled

#HALAL
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PRICE: Rp 11,000
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LOCATION: Kedai Kopi Harum Manis
– Komp bumi Indah blok F No 10, nagoya, batam
– Same row as toko Nikken, kedai kopi Sudi Mampir, dan babinsa nagoya
– Opposite Sari Jaya Hotel
– 15 mins walk from Nagoya Hill Mall
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HOURS⏰: 07:00 – 11:00 (estimate)
– Sold out early sometimes

“Bagan” is the name of a remote city I do not even know where and too lazy to google. But what I don’t need google to tell me is Bagan-style Wantan Noodle is generally sweet tasting.

Bagan Noodle is one the most old-school style of Wantan Noodle in my opinion. Its sauce main base is lard/pork oil and that is where the sweetness comes from. Add some old school “chasiu” aka bbq pork and that is it. Ingredients are simple and straightforward, but the taste is nothing short of satisfying

This is easily top 3 “Mie Bagan” in Batam for me. I am hooked and definitely going to come back for this. And with Sate Sumatra and Oyster Omelette there, no wonder this Guan Guan Coffeeshop is always crowded during evening

LEARN YOUR INDONESIAN

Mie = Noodle
Pangsit = Wanton
Kedai = Shop
Kopi = Coffee
Kopitiam = Coffee Shop

#NONHALAL

PRICE: Rp 18,000

LOCATION: Mie Bagan Apiau
– In Guan Guan Kopitiam
– Komp Srijaya Abadi Blok B No 1, Nagoya
– Near Lucky Plaza
– Same stretch as Ayam Bakar Bu de and Old Place
– Opposite Vegas Nagoya
– 15 mins walk from Nagoya Hill Mall
– 5 mins walk from Harmoni Suite Hotel and Formosa Hotel

HOURS⏰: 15:00 – 23:00

This stall is quite legendary in Nagoya area. It has been selling for almost two decades on the same spot. In terms of overall taste, meat, and sauce quality, this satay is one of the better ones in Batam

I am always a “kacang” sauce kinda person but its “padang” sauce here is delicious. Remember, you can always mix these two sauces together for some fun! Mixing it actually tastes goooooodddd

OTHER SATAY RECOMMENDATIONS
– Sate Kendal in Orchid Park
– Sate Madura Cak Umar in Tiban Indah Permai
– Sate Madura Pak Syakur in a foodcourt besides Batam Center ferry terminal
– Sate Madura Dr Soebroto klinik near Taman Nagoya Indah
– Sate Mawar Bukit Berutung residential area
– Sate Padang SS in Astro Kopitiam Penuin
– Satay Club next to Nagoya Plaza Hotel; near Nagoya Hill Mall

GOTTA HUNT THEM ALL! Happy Satay Hunting

LEARN YOUR INDONESIAN

Sate = Satay
Satu = One
Porsi = Portion
Ayam = Chicken
Sapi = Beef
Kambing = Lamb
Saus = Sauce
Kacang = Peanut
Padang = A city, in this case the name of Gravy
Lontong = Ricecake

#HALAL

PRICE: Rp 17,000 (estimate)
– Per portion, usually includes 10 satay sticks and ricecake

LOCATION: Sate Sumatra, Nagoya, Batam
– Just in front of Guan Guan Kopitiam
– Opposite Santa Ria Kopitiam
– Near Ramayana Hotel
– Same road as Lucky Plaza Nagoya

HOURS⏰: 18:00 – midnight (estimate)

This market is only available during the fasting month! Yes, only around one month in the entire year. So please do come here and check out. There are tons of Indonesian street food here. Some of them are as authentic as they come. Some of them I have never tried before. This is a heaven for those who love street food!

Local people call this kinda market as “Pasar Kaget” which directly translated to “Shocked Market”. Why?
– the market pops out of nowhere for the first day of Ramadhan Fasting month across Indonesia!
– the amount of people packed in this small area is crazy
– the variety of food is quite shocking
– the prices are quite cheap
– the number of stalls here are enough for you to hunt for 1-2 week

I just love the atmosphere here. Truly localistic experience. Full of roadside stalls and Indonesian local food. If there is any night food market in Batam worth visiting, this is it! Please do note that the location this hear was moved to one road away due to construction that is going on in the original spot. Still pretty easy to find. You won’t miss it!

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LEARN YOUR INDONESIAN

Pasar = Market
Kaget = Shocked
Nagoya = City area in Batam

#HALAL

LOCATION: Pasar Kaget Nagoya
– between BNI nagoya and pasar puja bahari
– besides Kawi Jaya
– 7 mins walk from Goodway and Harmoni hotel
– 12 mins walk from Nagoya Hill
– ask the locals around Nagoya, they should know

HOURS⏰: 16:00 – finished (depends on each stall)
– Only available during Fasting Month

The omelette was crispy at the edge and soft in the middle. It was fragrant. Mainly salty with a little spicy punch (can add more chili if you want). Overall, this plate of oyster omelette should be able to satisfy most tongues. I personally think it can fight with the big boys in this department. I apologize for the loss focus in this picture. But seriously, come and try this if you like Oluak

LEARN YOUR INDONESIAN

Oluak = Oyster Omelette
Pedas = Spicy
Sedikit = Less
Sangat = Very

#HALAL
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PRICE: Rp 25,000
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LOCATION: Oluak Achen 789
– In Guan Guan Kopitiam
– Komp Srijaya Abadi Blok B No 1, Nagoga
– Near Lucky Plaza
– Same stretch as Ayam Bakar Bu de and Old Place
– Opposite Vegas Nagoya
– 15 mins walk from Nagoya Hill Mall
– 5 mins walk from Harmoni Suite Hotel and Formosa Hotel
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HOURS⏰: 17:00 – 23:00

It tasted hot and spicy. Not overly spicy and it was fragrant. I think some margarine was in play here. Eight of us agreed that this was the best dish during our meal. I hope it was not a pure luck or fluke. I will definitely order this again next time I come here. This is definitely better tasting that most real chicken dishes!

Happy drooling guyssss!

LEARN YOUR INDONESIAN

Ayam = Chicken
Cabe = Chili
Ijo/Hijau = Green

#VEGETARIAN

PRICE: Sorry guys lost the bill somewhere but should be around Rp 25,000 – 30,000

LOCATION: Ereenzu Vegetarian

– Nagoya Citywalk Mall

– Next to Baba Food Street

HOURS⏰: 11:00 – 22:00 (estimate)

We call this “Shocked Market” because:
– the amount of people is crazy
– the variety of food is quite shocking
– the prices are quite cheap
– the number of stalls enough to feed you for 1-2 week

I just love the atmosphere here. Truly localistic experience. Full of roadside stalls and Indonesian local food. If there is any night food market in Batam worth visiting, this is it!

This Pop Up Market is so fun that I have to come here the second time. You should try all the ones I am showing in this video. They are pretty good, especially the Kue Soerabi Solo Pak Panjul and Martabak Mini!

Guest Star Appearance by the up and rising YouTuber Lica Tjong , an honest and true food blogger with a meany tongue. If you go to Pekanbaru and want to look for good or bad food, check out her Instagram page

#HALAL

LOCATION: Pasar Kaget Nagoya
– same road as Ayam Cabe Ijo Podomoro Nagoya
– besides Dana Graha Nagoya
– 5 mins walk from Goodway and Harmoni hotel
– 10 mins walk from Nagoya Hill
– ask the locals around Nagoya, they should know

HOURS⏰: 16:00 – finished (depends on each stall)
– Only available during Fasting Month

THE FOOD
I like their selections and choices. Plentiful. I counted at least 10 different stations
1. Main Courses
2. Lontong Sayur
3. Aneka Bubur
4. Chicken Noodle
5. Fritters
6. Cendol and friends
7. Soup
8. Fruits
9. Drinks
10. Desserts

CONCLUSION
In terms of taste, it is not the best but was quite okay. Selections were more than average. For the price they are charging, its worth it. A good mix of quantity and quality with nice ambience. My favorite here is their main courses, which has 14 different themes changed each day. The themes are based on different cities and cuisines in Indonesia. I got Aceh Cuisine during my visit and they were tasty!

#HALAL

PRICE:
– Adult Rp 108,000 nett
– Children age 5-10 Rp 60,000 nett
– Children age 1-4 eats FREE

LOCATION: Da Vienna Boutique Hotel

HOURS⏰: 17:30 – 21:00

The newly renovated and rebranded “Grand i-Hotel” has a contemporary and modern design. Their buffet focuses more on quality than quantity. In terms of selections, they have more than enough. But in terms of food quality, I am impressed. All their dishes are above the average All You Can Eat standards.

Some food that I fell in love with from this buffet:

MISO NOODLE
I particularly love their Miso Noodle Soup. Especially the noodle texture. So so thin but super QQ. Soup is fragrant too. Tasty and fun to eat.

WEDANG RONDE
I also find it quite unique that they serve this traditional and healthy ginger based beverage. This Indonesian beverage is known for its various health benefits to go along with its good flavor

DURIAN PENGAT
This wins. Ok sure I am biased towards durian but this is different. They actually process the durian with who knows what. All I care is my tummy loves it. And have you tried durian with strawberry ice cream on mini pancakes?
CONCLUSION
If you are looking for a nice classy place with good quality of all you can eat buffet, then you should consider this hotel

#HALAL

PRICE:
– Adult Rp 128,000 nett
– Children (4-12) Rp 90,000 nett
– Infant FREE
– Buy 10 get 1 Free

LOCATION: Grand I-Hotel Batam
– Just besides Nagoya Hill Mall, Batam

HOURS⏰: 18:00 – 21:00 (Daily during Ramadhan Fasting Month)

THE FOOD
The choices here are standard. Not too little but not too much. Enough to make you full. Goodway definitely focuses more on the taste quality rather than the spread. Here are some of the available stations:

1. Main Courses (4-5 dishes)
2. Mie Godhog (Indonesian noodle soup)
3. Aneka Jenang (Appetizers)
4. Aneka Gorengan (Fritters)
5. Aneka Minuman (Drinks)
6. Aneka Desserts (Desserts)
7. Buah buahan (Fruits)

CONCLUSION
Goodway buffet specializes in Nusantara (Indonesian) cuisine. My favorites here would be the Noodle, Fritters, and Main courses

#HALAL

PRICE: Rp 110,000 nett – all you can eat

LOCATION: Goodway Hotel – Nagoya

HOURS⏰: 18:00 – 21:00 (Daily during Ramadhan Fasting Month)

TELP☎️: 0778-426888