Lemaq brings the authentic flavors of Padang cuisine to Singapore's East side, drawing on recipes handed down through generations of chef Madam Nerita Yolanda's family from Indonesia. What began as a home-based operation serving close family and friends has evolved into a beloved neighborhood restaurant at Bedok North Street 3, where the community can experience traditional Malay and Indonesian dishes made with generational knowledge.
The menu showcases the rich, bold flavors characteristic of Padang cooking. Signature dishes include Daging Masak Hijau with its vibrant green curry, Paru Balado featuring spicy beef lung, and the festive Nasi Kuning with Ayam Masak Merah. Customer favorites lean toward the comforting bowls of specially homemade laksa noodles and lontong, alongside the refreshing Gado Gado with its peanut sauce dressing.
What truly sets Lemaq apart is their dedication to traditional kuih and Peranakan desserts. The Kuih Jongkong, a signature offering, represents a well-known traditional dessert cherished among Malay and Peranakan communities across Singapore and Malaysia. The dessert selection extends to ondeh-ondeh with their palm sugar centers, crispy rissoles, pandan-fragrant kuih dadar, and more.
Operating from 7am through early afternoon most days, Lemaq caters to breakfast and lunch crowds seeking authentic home-style cooking. The restaurant's halal certification and food court setting in Bedok make it particularly accessible to residents in Singapore's eastern neighborhoods. For those who grew up eating Padang food or anyone curious about Indonesian flavors, Lemaq offers an honest, flavorful experience rooted in family tradition.