Paris Van Java (PVJ) is a halal Muslim-owned Indonesian restaurant that brings authentic Sundanese cuisine from West Java to Singapore. Located at 304 Orchard Road #01-45 Lucky Plaza, this restaurant was founded by an Indonesian home cook who transformed her traditional family recipes to share genuine Indonesian flavors with Singapore''s diverse community.
The restaurant specializes in authentic Javanese and Sundanese dishes, with their signature ayam sate Madura (S0) being particularly popular among regulars. This Javanese-style chicken satay is slathered in a sweet, smoky marinade that captures the essence of Madura island cuisine. Their menu also features rendang and other traditional Indonesian favorites prepared according to ancestral recipes.
Operating daily from 11am to 8:30pm, Paris Van Java offers both dine-in and delivery services through foodpanda, maintaining a perfect 5/5 rating with over 100 reviews. Customers consistently praise the food for arriving hot and delicious, with the restaurant committed to preserving the authentic taste of Indonesian home cooking while providing convenient access to halal Indonesian and Malaysian cuisine in the heart of Orchard Road.
Paris Van Java @ Lucky Plaza offers a comfortable and spacious dining environment, but the food expe
Paris Van Java @ Lucky Plaza offers a comfortable and spacious dining environment, but the food experience was a bit underwhelming. The taste of the beef rendang was forgettable and tough, even after a replacement. However, the grilled chicken tasted decent, especially with their flavorful and fresh Indonesian sambal. Prices are on the higher side, and with better, more affordable Indonesian options in the vicinity, it's unlikely I'd come back. An okay spot, but not a place where the food would tempt you to return.
Aisha Abdullah
A good one-time visit, but the menu doesn’t quite spark enough excitement for frequent returns.
Tuc
A good one-time visit, but the menu doesn’t quite spark enough excitement for frequent returns.
Tucked within the iconic Lucky Plaza, Paris Van Java greets you with a welcoming, clean look and bright, spacious decor. Visually inviting, pretty without being overdone. I visited on a quiet Tuesday around 5 PM, and the restaurant was empty.
The service, while polite, lacked warmth. When asked for recommendations, responses were brief and flat. It felt like a missed opportunity to connect.
The standout was definitely the Nasi Ayam Penyet—the sambal was punchy and addictive, and the urap added a nice contrast of textures. The Bakso and bakmie had depth and warmth but leaned too salty for my preference.
Batagor was lightly crisped and served in a portion that felt more like a teaser than a plate—but it did its job as a satisfying opener. Overall, a good balance of comfort and familiarity in each dish.
Every plate was visually appealing—clean, well-arranged, and appetizing. Their use of traditional serveware, especially the refillable teapot, added a charming touch.
Prices here are reasonable, especially compared to other Indonesian spots that have hiked up costs over time. Portions could be slightly more generous for certain items, but on the whole, it offers a fair deal for casual dining in Orchard.
Final Verdict:
Paris Van Java delivers decent Indonesian fare in a pleasant setting. While the food is flavorful and well-presented, the lack of warmth and enthusiasm in service makes it feel more functional than memorable.
> Come for the sambal and cozy decor, stay if you’re craving Indonesian comfort food—just don’t expect fireworks.
TigerBros
Quite authentic Indonesian cuisine. Warm service and helpful staffs to assist first time visit guest
Quite authentic Indonesian cuisine. Warm service and helpful staff assisted us first-time visitors.
The beef balls were bouncy and filled with beef flavour, different from local Singapore beef balls. They seemed well-made, similar to handmade ones. The noodles were slightly overcooked but well-seasoned with a balanced, savoury taste.
The fried chicken was well-seasoned and cooked, and tender.
Will come back for their oxtail soup.
Service was fast.
Oatsy Meng
We were intrigued by the 4.8 Google rating this restaurant received, especially since it was half em
We were intrigued by the 4.8 Google rating this restaurant received, especially since it was half empty most of the time and situated right next to the more popular Ayam Penyet Pak Ndut with its perpetually long queues. So we decided to bring my mother-in-law and my Indonesian helper from Jakarta there for dinner.
We were disappointed with the food. My husband had the Ayam Sambal Matah, which we missed very much after having lived in Jakarta for more than 10 years. My mother-in-law and helper both had Ayam Sambal Bawang while I had Ayam Sambal Ijo. We ordered Sup Buntut to share.
My husband was terribly disappointed that his chicken was not a whole piece but a chicken cutlet fried in batter (he hates chicken in batter). This was the first time we encountered Ayam Sambal Matah that’s in the form of a chicken cutlet and fried in batter.
In the menu, my mother-in-law and helper’s Ayam Bawang was described as fried with galangal (lengkuas), but instead of the fried lengkuas grated topping we were so familiar with, in its place were flour crisps.
To make matters worse, the restaurant was situated opposite a karaoke lounge which obviously was not asked to invest in soundproofing. So it was a challenge having a decent conversation over dinner with the patrons belting out pop songs from the 80s with terrible vocals.
Positive Reviews
Siti Nuraini
Tried Paris Van Java at Lucky Plaza and had a great experience. The staff were friendly and the serv
Tried Paris Van Java at Lucky Plaza and had a great experience. The staff were friendly and the service was fast. I ordered the ayam goreng balado, rendang, pecel, and batagor (Indonesian dumplings) — all very delicious.
The food came all at once, which was convenient. It was my first time trying batagor, and I really enjoyed it. If I had one small wish, it would be for the sambal to be a notch spicier. Other than that, everything hit the spot. Will definitely return!
The Tan Family
Cozy atmosphere, accompanied by delicious Indonesian Food. Definitely will come back again. Ms, Triy
Cozy atmosphere, accompanied by delicious Indonesian food. We will definitely come back again. Ms. Triyana, who assisted us, was very friendly and welcoming.
Nicholas Tan
Had a wonderful meal at Paris Van Java recently and I highly recommend their Nasi Goreng Kambing. Th
Had a wonderful meal at Paris Van Java recently and I highly recommend their Nasi Goreng Kambing. The rice has a lovely taste of wok hei, and the lamb is very tender and flavourful. It also comes with the right amount of spice to ensure there's still a kick. The keropok and crunchy veggies give it a nice variety of textures as well. The lemonade is quite refreshing, though I do find it's on the more sour side, so it's something of an acquired taste.
Boon Bee
One of fav Indonesia restaurants in Orchard. The place is cozy compared to
Other restaurant in Lucky
One of my favourite Indonesian restaurants in Orchard. The place is cozy compared to other restaurants in Lucky Plaza. My favourite is Nasi Goreng Kambing. The noodles are nice, but the meatballs are just average. I would highly recommend all types of nasi goreng here.
Tuty Yun
i order Soto betawi, every meat bite was very juicy and tender. The broth has unique taste, combine
I ordered Soto Betawi, and every meat bite was very juicy and tender. The broth has a unique taste, which combined with the melinjo cracker and rice, was so yummy. The Nasi Goreng Kambing was also very good. I really enjoyed the aroma, spice, texture, and the meat bites; I'll definitely come back for this menu. For drinks, I enjoyed the hot cafe latte, which was well combined with the homemade cookies. The atmosphere was warm, a perfect place for a casual meal with family, friends, or colleagues.
