Ayam Penyet Ria - Melbourne CBD

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Restaurant - Chicken, Soto, Nusantara, Original, Authentic, Indonesian food, Traditional

Updated On: Thu October 02, 2025 at 5PM

Selamat datang to Ria Ayam Penyet - Founded by Ibu Ruth, this family-owned restaurant has been humbly serving true Indonesian food across South-East Asia for decades. To some, Ria is the taste of home, a nostalgic weekend family lunch at one of the many Ria’s across Indonesia. For others, it’s the taste of adventure, their first bite into a crispy Indonesian smashed chicken while on a business trip in Singapore. Now celebrating the flavours and handed-down family traditions of Indonesian street food on the streets of Australia. With no compromise of flavour and spices, staying true and authentic since 1998. Experience Ria, experience Indonesia.

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Unit 2/168 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Ayam Penyet Ria - Melbourne CBD

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Opening Hours

Monday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Ayam Penyet Ria - Melbourne CBD

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Benjamin Clay

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

So delicious. Friendly staff, easy to order. So many good options on the menu too. Place was very busy which is a great sign. Would recommend and also come back here again. The prices were reasonable.

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South Yarra Real Estate

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

My wife and I came here and we thoroughly enjoyed all the food that was on offer. Prices are really low and the quality of the food being served is really high - I would highly recommend this to anyone who craves Indonesian cuisine and is in the CBD.

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JACK SOOO (Jack Soo)

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

The restaurant was exceptionally clean and well-presented. The food was outstanding in both taste and quality, offering authentic Indonesian cuisine. Prices were very reasonable, and I would highly recommend

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Kristine Subagiyo

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Omg everything we tried was so good! Their grilled beef ribs is so tender and delicious, chicken satay was juicy, nasi kapau has authentic taste and beef rendang was melt in mouth. Great price, generous portion. Highly recommend

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Auzi Asfarian

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Pretty good place to taste authentic Indonesian food. The grilled chicken or ayam bakar is nice with a really good sambal.

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Joan Tjong

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Highly recommend Delicious and so convenient coz close by my office Brought my team for lunch and all of them praised the delicious food! Back again with my colleague and she like the nasi kapau, i order batagor but must buy chilli on the side hmmm 🧐

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Melody

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

The food very delicious similar with original Indonesia dishes. Be careful with Sambal Bawang, it was very hot. For those who cant take spicy, choose peanut sauce or sambal bawang. Soto betawi was good, batagor was good. Price was reasonable

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Louis Amal

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

One of the best indonesian restaurant. The foods really reminds me of home. Love their fried chicken, gado gado and nasi goreng iga. Tried their new menu nasi kapau is insane! Love it. Thanks for opening one in melbourne CBD.

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Eric Ha

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Food was amazing. Service is even better. Greeted and served by a young gentleman with curly yellow hair. He was superb accommodating with our family with an infant. 👌

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Adi Siregar

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

My favourite at Ria Ayam Penyet is the juicy duck and the delicious, smoky SATEEEEEE that’s always bursting with flavor. The portions are generous, the sambal adds the perfect kick, and it’s a place I love returning to for authentic Indonesian food.

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Foodie Luwee

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

I’ve loved Ria long before they opened in Melbourne CBD. I used to visit them in Perth and it was always my go-to spot for ayam penyet. The chicken is perfectly cooked and packed with flavour, but what truly seals the deal is their sambal chilli, spicy with that addictive garlicky kick. Now that they’re in Melbourne, I also tried their grilled beef and wow… instantly my new favourite . So tender, so flavourful!

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Lolo Lo

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

The grilled beef ribs ($19, without rice) were full of flavour, and the meat fell right off the bone. I especially loved the tempe penyet—and it’s great that you can add extra for just $1.50. It was my first time trying lontong ($2) (rice cakes). I expected something similar to Korean rice cakes, but they weren’t chewy at all. Instead, they were more like sticky coconut rice with a slightly sweet taste. The sate ayam ($14.90) and ayam geprek sambal ($13.50, without rice) were both delicious, with juicy and tender chicken. The nasi kapau beef ($19) was spicier than I expected, but still really flavourful.

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ronin harelt

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Really love this place! The ayam penyet was super crispy outside and tender inside, and the sambal had the perfect spicy kick (careful, it’s hot but so good). Portions are generous and the prices are fair.

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Lysa Oktavia

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

The best Indonesian food, the sambal really spicy but really good

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Darryl Kurniawan

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Amazing vibes, friendly staff, and the best ayam penyet 🍗🔥 + iga bakar 🍖🤩 in Melbourne!

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Enrico Nenggala

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Hands down best Indonesian food in the whole state! Definitely a must try if you're into spicy food 👍

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irvan kurniawan

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Fantastic rendang and fast friendly service — great spot for authentic Indonesian food.

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Daniel Kurniawan

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

RIA is such a vibe in Melbourne CBD! 🍴✨ Super friendly staff and a cozy spot to chill. The Ayam Penyet 🍗🔥 is crispy with the perfect spicy kick, and the Iga Bakar 🍖😍 is melt in your mouth tender. So worth it can’t wait to come back! 🙌

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Emanuel Limbongan

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Very convenient to order. Staff were friendly and polite. Food taste and portions Is generous.

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Foodiedoodie Food

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Their nasi kapau ayam transported me to indonesia. Fragrant and bursting with flavour. And I was so full. Will be going back. Value for money too.

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aku siapa aku

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

If you’re craving authentic Indonesian food in Melbourne, this spot is a must-try. Definitely coming back for the beef ribs and martabak next time!

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darryl kurniawan

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

“Smashed” fried chicken served with a punchy sambal, tofu, tempeh, and jasmine rice. A signature dish that embodies Indonesian-style street food.

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Rivardy

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Exceptional service and food quality, ample portions, taste-wise very reminiscent of hometown.

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Cam Dowell

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

Gado Gado was fresh and plentiful. Service was quick, making it ideal for theatre goers at Her Majestys. Excellent value - worth more than what they charge.

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olga bolgo

Nov 01, 2025 6:54 PM

everything here is perfect and authentic, every food is a banger🔥🔥

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