Ayam Penyet Ria - Nex at NEX
Location: 23 Serangoon Central, #01-57 NEX, Singapore 556083
Floor L4 · NEX
Indonesian chain famous for smashed fried chicken with fiery sambal at NEX.
Indonesian chain famous for smashed fried chicken with fiery sambal at NEX.
Ayam Penyet Ria brings the bold, fiery flavours of Indonesian cuisine to NEX, with its signature ayam penyet — smashed fried chicken served with fiery sambal — taking centre stage. This Indonesian chain has built a loyal following for its authentic, spice-forward plates.The menu extends to ikan penyet (smashed fish), empal penyet (smashed beef), and sides like tempeh, tahu, and sayur asem soup. You can note that delivery is not available. It caters to spice lovers and fans of Indonesian comfort food who appreciate generous portions and uncompromising chilli heat.
Visit Ayam Penyet Ria at NEX when only proper Indonesian heat will do. With its crispy smashed chicken and potent sambal, it is a straightforward, satisfying choice for anyone who loves their food with a serious kick.
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Based on 1051 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
Rafiuddin
Ordered crispy smashed fried chicken while partner ordered ayam bakar. Honestly the smashed fried chicken was pretty bad. It makes Sahara desert feel moist. The chicken was dry and tough.
Priyanka Arun
Decent Indonesian meal. I somehow feel it used to be a lot better, even more so when they had Sop Rawon. The standards have dropped and the portions are smaller.
Adrian Tan
It's been a while since I last had Ria, and this visit was disappointing. The fried fish and soya chicken were dry. The sambal was not as spicy as before. Standards have dropped.
Nur Zafika Herfindal
We came yesterday with our family and had a very disappointing experience.look at the picture tells it all. Even the top of box filled with chilli …
Positive Reviews
L Chen
Ayam bakar had a nice grilled aroma and decent flavor, but the seasoning was a bit mild. The chicken breast was slightly dry in some parts, while the chicken leg was tasty overall. The accompanied chilli was spicy and tangy with limes, …
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Ayam Penyet Ria - Nex
Ayam Penyet Ria
The exterior of a restaurant with a prominent neon sign that reads "AYAM PENYET RIA" and a rooster logo. There are menus displayed on the wall to the left and a digital menu board to the right. People are seen inside the restaurant dining.
Ayam Penyet Ria
The exterior of a restaurant with a prominent sign that reads "AYAM PENYET RIA". The entrance is visible, with a counter and a digital display screen. There are also posters and menus displayed.
Ayam Penyet Ria
The exterior of a restaurant called Ayam Penyet Ria. The restaurant has a large illuminated sign above the entrance. Inside, there are tables and chairs set up for dining, and several customers are seated. There are also floral arrangements and balloons outside the entrance, indicating a grand opening.
Ayam Penyet Ria
The exterior of a restaurant with a prominent sign that reads "AYAM PENYET RIA" with a rooster graphic. Below the sign, the interior of the restaurant is visible, showing customers and staff. There are also posters and menus displayed.
Ayam Penyet Ria
The exterior of a restaurant with a prominent sign that reads "AYAM PENYET RIA". There is a queue barrier with red tape leading into the establishment. Inside, staff can be seen behind a counter, and dining tables are visible.
Yellow Drink with Ice
A tall glass filled with a yellow beverage and ice cubes sits on a wooden surface. The background is a dark, textured wall.
Steamed Rice
A mound of fluffy white steamed rice served in a woven bamboo bowl lined with a fresh green banana leaf. The bowl rests on a textured woven mat. The background is dark and out of focus.
Chicken Satay with Rice Cakes and Cucumber
A plate of chicken satay skewers, glazed with a dark, glossy sauce, is served with sliced cucumbers and small cubes of white rice cake. In the background, a bowl of red chilies and green leaves is visible. The food is presented on a white plate on a wooden surface.
Bowl of Noodle Soup with Meatballs
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with noodle soup. The soup contains thin white noodles, a clear broth, and several large, light-colored meatballs. The dish is garnished with fresh green herbs and crispy fried shallots. The bowl itself has a decorative pattern featuring stylized birds or roosters in red and black. The bowl sits on a textured burlap mat, with a wooden surface visible in the background. Two red chili peppers and a small wooden bowl filled with a yellow, granular substance are also present in the scene.
Nasi Kuning Platter
A white plate filled with Nasi Kuning (yellow rice) shaped into a cone. It is surrounded by various side dishes including fried chicken pieces, a fried patty, crackers, shredded omelet, fried tempeh, sliced cucumbers, and a small bowl of chili sauce. The plate is set on a textured gray surface.
Steamed Rice
A bowl of white steamed rice is presented on a textured brown placemat. Chopsticks and a spoon are placed beside the bowl, along with a small dish of red sauce. A pink banner at the bottom left corner reads "Image by foodpanda. For reference only."
Shaved Ice Dessert
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Restaurant Menu
A menu board displaying various food and beverage options from a restaurant. The menu is divided into sections for Rice Sets, Entrees, Soups, Side Dishes, Desserts, and Beverages. Promotional posters for Sate Ayam, Taste of Bali, Tahu Telor, and Fresh Daily are visible above the menu. A yellow sign with the text "WAYANG PICK UP HERE" is also displayed.
Dessert in a glass bowl
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Fried Dish with Peanut Sauce
A close-up shot of a deep-fried dish, possibly tofu or a similar item, served in a white bowl with a rich peanut sauce. The fried exterior is crispy and golden brown, with a textured, almost shredded appearance. It is garnished with julienned cucumber and carrots. The background shows a blurred interior with wooden elements.
Bowl of Soup
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with a clear broth soup. The soup contains chunks of meat, potatoes, and is garnished with chopped green onions and fried shallots. A spoon is partially submerged in the soup. In the background, a person's arm and shoulder are visible, along with a white plate with rice. The table surface is made of light-colored wood.
Colorful Drink with Boba
A tall glass filled with a layered beverage, featuring ice, colorful boba pearls (purple, blue, and green), and pink and green toppings. The drink is set against a dark, textured background and a wooden surface.
Orange Juice with Ice
A tall glass filled with orange juice and ice cubes sits on a wooden table. The background is a dark, textured surface.
Fried Fish Dish
A close-up overhead view of a fried fish dish served on brown paper. The dish features a large piece of crispy fried fish topped with a generous portion of breadcrumbs or crispy bits. Alongside the fish are cubes of fried tofu, a slice of cucumber, and a small serving of a relish or salsa made with chopped red chilies, onions, and possibly other vegetables. The food is presented on a rustic wooden plate or tray.
Fried Chicken Meal
A close-up shot of a meal served on brown paper. The meal includes a piece of fried chicken, a side of green vegetables, a slice of cucumber, a golden-brown fried item, and a dollop of red chili sauce. The chicken appears to be seasoned and roasted or fried, with some parts showing shredded meat. The vegetables are leafy and appear to be stir-fried. The chili sauce is chunky with visible chili pieces.
Indonesian Food Platter
A top-down view of a table laden with Indonesian dishes. In the foreground, a white bowl contains a crispy fried item topped with shredded carrots and cucumber, served with a dark sauce. To the right, a piece of grilled chicken is presented on brown paper, accompanied by a dollop of chili paste, some greens, and fried tofu. Another dish, also on brown paper, features what appears to be beef with a sprinkle of crispy crumbs, served with cucumber slices and fried tofu. Two plates of white rice are visible, one in the upper right and another in the lower center. The dishes are arranged on a light-colored wooden table.
Restaurant Interior
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Soto Ayam with Fried Chicken and Rice
A close-up shot of a bowl of Soto Ayam, a traditional Indonesian chicken soup, filled with shredded chicken, boiled egg, and vegetables. Beside it, a plate of fried chicken pieces with crispy crumbs and fried tofu is served on brown paper. A basket of crackers and a bowl of white rice are also visible. The food is arranged on a wooden table.
Fried Fish with Toppings
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Grilled Chicken with Sides
A close-up shot of a plate of food featuring a grilled chicken leg quarter, served with a side of greens, a dollop of red sauce, and fried tofu and tempeh. The food is presented on brown paper lining a wooden plate, set on a light-colored wooden table.
Restaurant Interior
The interior of a restaurant with tables and chairs. Several patrons are seated and eating. There are decorative posters on the wall.
Satay Platter
A white platter holds several skewers of grilled meat satay, served with a side of peanut sauce, cubed rice cakes (ketupat), and sliced red onions. The platter is placed on a woven mat, with red chilies and green leaves visible in the background.
Ayam Penyet Ria Fried Chicken
A close-up shot of a plate of Ayam Penyet Ria, which is smashed fried chicken. The dish is served on a banana leaf and includes fried chicken wings, rice, vegetables, cucumber slices, and a side of chili sauce. The restaurant's logo and name are visible at the top of the image, along with a Halal certification logo for Singapore.
Fried Dish with Sauce and Garnish
A close-up shot of a fried dish served in a white bowl with a creamy sauce. The dish is topped with shredded carrots and cucumber. A menu is visible in the background.
Nasi Kuning Platter
A plate of Nasi Kuning (yellow rice) served with various side dishes including fried chicken, omelet, crackers, tempeh, cucumber slices, and chili paste.
Bowl of Soup with Rice and Drink
A close-up shot of a bowl of hearty soup filled with meat, carrots, and potatoes, garnished with fresh herbs. To the left, a plate of white rice and a fork are visible. A small dish of red chili sauce sits to the right of the soup. In the background, a glass of yellow liquid and a black container are present. The meal is set on a light-colored wooden table.
Gado-Gado with Crackers and Iced Tea
A close-up shot of a plate of Gado-Gado, a traditional Indonesian salad, served with crackers. The salad consists of blanched vegetables, tofu, and hard-boiled eggs, all coated in a rich peanut sauce. Crispy crackers are scattered on top. A glass of iced tea with ice cubes and a slice of lemon is visible on the side. The meal is placed on a wooden table, with a blurred background suggesting an indoor dining setting.
Fried Dish with Sauce
A close-up shot of a fried dish served in a white bowl with a brown sauce. The dish is topped with julienned carrots and cucumber ribbons. A receipt is visible in the background.
Fried Fish Cakes with Noodles and Sauce
A white rectangular plate holds a serving of fried fish cakes, some with a yellow filling, accompanied by sliced cucumber, a small pile of thin white noodles sprinkled with seasoning, and a dark dipping sauce. The plate is set on a textured brown placemat, with a green leaf and a red chili pepper visible to the left. In the background, two small bowls are partially visible, one containing a light-colored granular substance and the other a colorful relish.
Steamed Rice
A close-up shot of a mound of steamed white rice on a white plate.
Two plates of rice with fried chicken and a basket of fried mushrooms
A top-down view of a meal for two, featuring two plates of white rice, one with a serving of fried chicken and a side of greens and chili paste, and another plate with just rice. A small woven basket filled with crispy fried enoki mushrooms is also visible. Utensils, including forks and spoons, are placed on the plates. The food is arranged on a light-colored wooden table.
Red Drink with Boba
A tall glass of red liquid with ice and various colorful boba pearls. The pearls are green, pink, and blue. There are also some white spherical objects, possibly lychee or mochi. The drink is served on a wooden surface against a dark, textured background.
Fried Fish with Sides
A close-up shot of a whole fried fish served on brown paper. The fish is topped with crispy crumbs. To the left, there is a dollop of red chili sauce, some shredded cabbage, and green vegetables. Two pieces of fried food, possibly tofu or tempeh, are placed above the vegetables. Sliced cucumbers and a small dish of dipping sauce are visible in the upper right corner. The meal is presented on a wooden table.
Fried Calamari Platter
A platter of fried calamari rings, served with rice, vegetables, cucumber slices, and a side of chili paste, all arranged on a banana leaf.
Fried Chicken Dishes
Two plates of fried chicken are presented on a wooden table. Each plate features a piece of fried chicken topped with crispy crumbs, served with a side of chili paste and some greens. A plate of white rice is visible in the background, along with a person wearing a white shirt.
Fried Fish with Rice and Sides
A close-up shot of a meal served on a banana leaf. The meal includes a piece of fried fish topped with crispy rice, a portion of stir-fried greens, sliced cucumbers, fried tofu, and a dollop of red chili paste. A separate wooden dish of white rice is visible in the background. The food is arranged on a wooden table.
Grilled Chicken with Sides
A close-up overhead shot of a meal served on brown paper. The meal features a piece of grilled chicken, a dollop of red chili sauce with a pickled green chili on top, a serving of leafy green vegetables, and a piece of fried tofu. The food is arranged on a wooden surface. A receipt is partially visible in the upper right corner.
Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce
A white platter holds several skewers of grilled beef satay, a small bowl of peanut sauce, and garnishes of cucumber slices and white radish. The satay appears well-cooked with some char marks. The peanut sauce is a smooth, brown consistency. The platter is set on a light-colored wooden surface.
Yellow Rice Platter
A white plate holds a mound of yellow rice, garnished with fried shallots. Accompanying the rice are several pieces of fried chicken, a fried egg omelet, crackers, a small bowl of chili paste, and a side of fried tempeh with peanuts and chili. In the background, two glasses of drinks are visible, one with a yellow beverage and another with a lighter colored drink. Another plate with rice and fried food is partially visible in the upper right corner.
Fried Chicken and Tofu
A close-up shot of a meal featuring fried chicken, fried tofu, and a dipping sauce, served on brown paper. A bowl of soup is partially visible in the foreground.
Fried Chicken and Rice
Two servings of fried chicken with rice, served on brown paper with chili paste and cucumber slices.
Restaurant Interior with Diners
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with several tables and chairs. Two women are seated at a table in the foreground, one of whom is looking at a menu. Other tables are empty, and a few people are visible in the background, including a staff member behind a counter. The restaurant appears to be modern and clean, with light wood accents and tiled flooring.
Restaurant Menu Posters
A wall display featuring several posters advertising food items. The posters include 'Nasi Kuning RIA Set', 'A Taste of Bali', 'Tahu Telor', and 'Fresh Daily'. Below these, a 'New Menu Side Dish' poster shows 'Udang Keprek Kulit Tahu' and 'Roll Ikan Kulit Tahu'. A small sign for 'Fresh Coconut' is also visible. A security camera is mounted on the wall above the posters.
Restaurant Counter with Menus
A restaurant counter with various menus and promotional posters displayed on the wall and on stands. A person wearing a mask is visible behind the counter. The menus feature images of food and drinks, with headings like 'Nasi Kuning', 'A Taste of Bali', 'Mi Famosa Telur', and 'Fresh Daily'. There are also 'Rice Sets' menus with multiple food item images. Certificates and a CCTV notice are also visible on the wall.
Google Review Card
A card encouraging customers to review Ayam Penyet Ria - NEX on Google. It features the Google logo, a search bar with the restaurant name, five stars, images of Lime Juice and Ice Barley, a QR code to scan, and a 'FREE' sticker. The bottom of the card shows the restaurant's logo and name.
Fried Fish Platter
A platter of fried fish served with rice, cucumber slices, and a side of chili paste. The fish is golden brown and appears to be crispy. The rice is served in a small woven basket lined with banana leaves. The platter is also lined with banana leaves.
Restaurant Menu and Posters
A wall display featuring promotional posters and menus for a restaurant. The posters advertise dishes like Nasi Kuning, Taste of Bali, Tahu Telor, and Fresh Daily Avocado Juice. Below the posters are detailed menus for Rice Sets, Entrees, Soups, Side Dishes, Desserts, and Beverages. A digital screen on the right displays an image of Tahu Telor. Several official certificates and notices are also visible on the wall.
Restaurant Wall Display
A wall inside a restaurant features several posters and certificates. One poster advertises a "Special Weekdays Promo" with a price of 90, including white rice. Another poster displays a "New Menu Side Dish" with items like 'Keprek Kulit Tahu' and 'Roti Ikan Kulit Tahu'. Further along the wall are food advertisements for 'Nasi Kuning', 'Taste of Bali', 'Tahu Telor', and 'Fresh Daily Avocado Juice'. Several certificates and a CCTV warning sign are also displayed.
Ayam Penyet Ria Menu
A promotional image for Ayam Penyet Ria, an authentic Indonesian restaurant. It features four meal options for busy days: Tempe Penyet, Ayam Bakar, Bakso Penyet, and Dori Sambal Matah. Each meal is presented on a banana leaf with rice, vegetables, and chili. The image also includes the restaurant's logo and a Halal certification.
Gado-Gado
A close-up shot of a plate of Gado-Gado, a traditional Indonesian salad. The dish features a generous serving of peanut sauce drizzled over a base of lettuce, with chunks of fried tofu and topped with crispy crackers and fried shallots.
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