Mu Hung (Minami-Azabu | Tokyo)

[CLOSED as of February 28, 2007; Review kept here for nostalgic reasons; there is another branch at Nishi-Ogikubo, but I have not yet tried that location.]

When the "Achar" (pickled vegetables) we ordered as appetizer tasted very much like how Singaporean/Malayisan/Indonesian achar (or "acar") should be, I knew that either the owner and/or the cook must have come from that region. And with that, I found a new eatery that served delicious and authentic Singapore and Malaysian food. On this first visit,

Penang Bistro (Jakarta, Indonesia)

This is the third time I have gone and eaten at the Penang Bistro in Jakarta, and every single time I left the establishments with a satisfied palate and a happy stomach. I said "establishments" because I have been to two of their branches: one in Kebon Sirih, and another in Central Jakarta. This is one place where both the interior design is a feast to the eyes and the food is pleasing to the palate.


Penang Bistro
Jl. Kebon Sirih Raya No. 59
Tel: +21 (021) 3190-6000

Pondok Indah Plaza II Blk. B4/33.
Tel: +21 (021) 750-0548

Plaza de Espana
Crowne Plaza, 2nd Fl.,
Jl. Gatot Subroto
Tel: +21 (021) 526-8833