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Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang

at 51 Yishun Ave 11

3.8 (90 reviews)
🏪 Muslim Owned
🥡 Takeaway
🍽️ Dine In
Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang has achieved remarkable recognition as a Michelin Guide-rated halal street food establishment since 2021, earning its prestigious MICHELIN Plate listing through exceptional execution of traditional nasi lemak enhanced with Indonesian Taliwang influences. With multiple strategic locations across Singapore including Yishun Park Hawker Centre, Century Square Tampines, and Gardens by the Bay, this restaurant has elevated humble street food to international acclaim.

The restaurant's signature dish features perfectly spiced grilled chicken marinated in traditional Taliwang style, served alongside fragrant coconut rice and their acclaimed sambal from Taliwang, Indonesia. Their diverse menu extends beyond the classic offering to include Nasi Lemak Ayam Cabe Ijo for green chili enthusiasts and Nasi Lemak Beef Rendang featuring tender, slow-cooked beef in rich aromatic sauce, demonstrating their mastery of both Malaysian and Indonesian culinary traditions.

With an outstanding 5-star rating from over 5,000 reviews on delivery platforms, Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang has proven that authentic halal street food can achieve both popular acclaim and critical recognition. Their commitment to fresh ingredients, generous portions, and traditional cooking methods, combined with convenient locations and delivery options, has established them as a benchmark for quality halal nasi lemak in Singapore's competitive food scene.

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3.8 / 5

Based on 90 reviews

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3.8 / 5

Based on 90 reviews

Negative Reviews

Melt Aroma Melt Aroma

2025 update: This is upsetting saw an online post criticizing them and thought of trying the main br

2025 update: This is upsetting. I saw an online post criticizing them and thought of trying the main branch. While it wasn't that bad, the overall decrease in quality is just so much that it doesn't justify the increase in price to $7.60. It feels like they are cutting corners somewhere. Lower quality chicken or ikan bilis and peanuts? Again, no char taste from the chicken, and this time it was dry and not tender at all. The only saving grace was the sauce, which is still consistent, hot, and spicy. Shiok! But I think they increased the MSG... so thirsty after eating. I'm not a hater of MSG, but I don't remember being this thirsty after eating it last time. The rice was also fragrant and sweet. However, the peanuts and ikan bilis were so bad I don't know how their quality depreciated so much. These peanuts just give me a headache chewing on them. The muscles in my temples are in pain after all this. Very disappointing. 2023 update: Not consistent. Chicken was dry and didn't have that grill char taste. But at least the price was the cheapest. ~~~~~~ Got their signature ayam taliwang lemak for $6.90. 10 minutes from queue till seated. Godly: taste of chicken! You get the unique BBQ char of chicken for this. While it might be on the dryer side, it is still juicy. Pros: chili! Barely survived without drinks. Immediately went to find sugarcane juice after that. I was quite impressed that I survived. The spicy level piles up, I guess. Egg white was more elegantly done, mostly smooth with no rough edges. Initially, I thought the rice was too sticky, but it was all well after mixing in the sambal chili. Cons: ikan bilis was pretty salty, could cut it just a bit. Area for improvement: the chicken thigh is actually not the most tender. Not sure how, since it is BBQ, but nevertheless, they still come off the bone easily, just that you can feel on your tongue that the thigh is on the slightly tougher side, akin to chicken breast. Question: Why is this stated as LGBTQ friendly on Google Maps?

Kris Tan Kris Tan

The food here might be decent, but the service is downright awful. The staff behave as if customers

The food here might be decent, but the service is downright awful. The staff behave as if customers are a nuisance rather than the reason the business exists. They talk down to you, act arrogantly, and are quick to scold over harmless mistakes like standing in the “wrong” spot or accidentally picking up the wrong order. No amount of “decent” food is worth being treated like you’re unwelcome. Until they fix their attitude, this place is an easy pass.

Gavin Bryan Gavin Bryan

Sure, the food is decent, but the staff’s attitude is so unbearable it ruins the entire experience.

Sure, the food is decent, but the staff's attitude is so unbearable it ruins the entire experience. They strut around as if they're doing customers a favor by existing, talking down to anyone who makes the smallest mistake—whether it's standing in the "wrong" queue or grabbing the wrong order by accident. It's honestly pathetic how a place with decent food manages to make you feel unwelcome. Eat here if you enjoy being scolded with your meal; otherwise, there are plenty of spots where good food actually comes with basic respect.

Samuel Tan Samuel Tan

Nasi lemak was okay. The chicken leg was a little dry but very good sambal.

The nasi lemak was okay. The chicken leg was a little dry, but the sambal was very good.

Jian Sheng Lim Jian Sheng Lim

The service staff got serious attitude problem. I do care how good your food is or how many Michelin

The service staff has a serious attitude problem. I don't care how good your food is or how many Michelin awards you've won. When a customer is paying and hands you cash, throwing the change and buzzer back at them is a definite no-no. It wasn't even a busy time of day. This was my first time trying, and there won't be a next time.

Positive Reviews

T. Aries T. Aries

Both fried chicken wings and ayam taliwang set are above expectation, the best i had by far. Ayam t

Both the fried chicken wings and the Ayam Taliwang set exceeded expectations; they were the best I've had by far. The Ayam Taliwang had a smoky flavour and excellent texture, was well-marinated, and fell off the bone. The chilli that complemented it was also spot on. My daughter had the fried chicken wings set, and she kept giving me thumbs up. I think they have many outlets, but I'm unsure if the standard will be the same. I'll try the Hougang branch next time.

Wei Jian T Wei Jian T

In a sentence, they are truly deserving of their Michelin award from 2021-2024! Rice: fragrant Chi

In a word, they truly deserve their Michelin award from 2021-2024! Rice: fragrant. Chicken: strong grilled flavour and well cooked through with great sambal. A very generous amount of chicken! Egg and anchovies: good.

Glenn Ong Glenn Ong

If I’m ever craving nasi lemak, Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang at Yishun Park is my go-to spot. The food i

If I'm ever craving nasi lemak, Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang at Yishun Park is my go-to spot. The food is always consistently good — the chicken wings are crispy and flavorful, and the sambal chilli is absolutely shiok! The friendly staff (Aunty and the young lady) make all the difference.

Tan Wei Jie Tan Wei Jie

The nasi lemak is decent - somewhat fragrant by itself, but can’t taste much if I eat it together wi

The nasi lemak is decent - somewhat fragrant on its own, but the flavours don't come through much when eaten with the chilli and chicken. The chilli sambal is good though, probably the best part of this dish. The chicken drumstick is alright - decently marinated, but not juicy enough. The egg is overcooked; I would prefer one with an oozing yolk. Overall, it's decent but I wouldn't travel specifically for it.

OH YEW OH YEW

About $7 - Taliwang set was great. Food is prepared fresh, hence the worthwhile waiting time. Runny

About $7. The Taliwang set was great. Food is prepared fresh, hence the worthwhile waiting time. The runny egg yolk was a pleasant surprise. Solid meal.

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