This Indonesian-inspired food restaurant is very spacious and an extremely popular place, especially on the weekend. You order and pay at the counter. The dishes are served in small bowls, and the food is brought to your table. Casual dining. Well air-conditioned. 6 of us ordered 8 dishes, and that was more than sufficient.
Markus Ang
4
Chicken was juicy and tender, sotong was well-cooked as well; however, the beef was overcooked and tough. Curry was flavourful and thick.
As many have mentioned, food might not be served piping hot because ingredients are cooked and chopped separately before the hot curry is added.
Rick Goh
4
Good, traditional Patong curry dishes. We had the rendang chicken thigh, fish curry, beef soup, sayur lodeh, begadel, and tauhu mixed vegetables. Comforting midday lunch. Above average, but not at a great level. I remember they had a lot more options during those days, at their location along Selegie/Bras Basah near the Rendezvous Hotel. The standard dropped a notch.
Derek Lim
2
I recently had lunch at the restaurant. The last time I was here was at least a year ago.
I ordered the Chicken Korma, Sambal Fish, Sayur Lodeh and Begedil with rice. No drinks.
Taste-wise, it was good. The chicken was tender, the fish was crispy, the Sambal was fragrant without being overly spicy. The begedil was average. The only letdown was the Sayur Lodeh. I can only say I’ve had much, much better tasting ones for much less than $5 a serving.
However, when you factor in the cost of the meal, it becomes a bit absurd. I paid $32 for what I ordered (listed above) with rice. I mean, yes, the food was good, but it wasn’t extraordinary. It wasn’t the kind that would make most people (I believe) want to go back again. And I understand the location warrants some level of premium surcharge. But $32 for essentially a plate of Nasi Padang served in small dishes. I told myself I would not be eating there again unless I strike a windfall.
TLDR: eat there if you’re looking for decent Nasi Padang and you’re not a common salaryman like me.
John Ang
5
It’s been a long time since I returned to eat after they moved to Central Mall.
I used to love their rendang mutton.
Today I tried it, and it’s still as soft as it used to be, but somehow I feel the flavor seems not as strong or fragrant as before. Don't be mistaken, though; it’s still good.
Their potato dish is very, very nice, but very big and filling.
Their rendang chicken is very nice—tender and juicy.
A meal for two people cost $78. The damage is on the higher side.
But it’s one of the few good, authentic food options left.
Victor Khoo
4
First time trying this restaurant's nasi padang. The dishes are really yummy and authentic. There are different chilli and gravies for different dishes. We ordered begedil, squid, fried chicken, rendang chicken, eggplant, sayur lodeh, and egg. Each dish had its own taste, especially the chicken rendang. The gravy is superb. The price is slightly on the high side compared to the portion size, but it's acceptable for an occasional meal.
Davina Vashini
1
My partner and I just had lunch at Rendezvous Restaurant Hock Lock Kee, and it was honestly one of the worst dining experiences we’ve ever had. We’re both extremely disappointed and angry that we spent good money on what turned out to be an absolute scam.
• The food was cold — not even lukewarm. It’s shocking that they would serve pre-cooked food that’s been sitting around for who knows how long.
• Completely bland. There was zero flavour, no spice, no aroma — just sad, soggy dishes that tasted like they’d been made with no care whatsoever.
• Ridiculously overpriced. For what we got (cold rice, tasteless sides, and watery curry), we might as well have thrown money in the bin. You’re paying for nostalgia or reputation, not quality.
• Lack of variety and freshness. Even the basics like sambal and rendang were underwhelming and felt mass-produced, not like authentic, lovingly-prepared nasi padang at all.
• Service was cold too — no greeting, no smile, just rushed and indifferent.
We should’ve just taken a Grab to Hjh Maimunah or Rumah Makan Minang instead — both places actually serve fresh, flavorful, and authentic nasi padang instead of trying this. Lesson learned the hard way.
Honestly, this place is trading on its name and old-school reputation, but the food and experience are completely undeserving of it. We left still hungry, still angry, and feeling completely cheated.
Avoid at all costs. There are way better and more authentic nasi padang places in Singapore. This one’s just coasting on its past and fooling people who don’t know better.
Jade Khor
5
Love organising dinners for big groups (10) here at Rendezvous, where they produce authentic Peranakan cuisine so effortlessly. It’s also easily accessible by MRT and car, with plenty of parking.
Chee Keong Leong
5
I haven't been here in a long while. I'm surprised they have assam pedas fish head for just $23! It was good for 4 people. We had to wait for 15 to 20 minutes because they had to cook it there and then. It was fresh and really delicious. We also had the chicken rendang thigh, cabbage salad, and pickled salad. The chicken thigh was tender, and both salads were yummy too. I'm going back soon for the yummy, delicious assam pedas fish head.
Elaine Ong
4
Nasi Padang in a restaurant setting.
Food is very good and tender. Chicken Begedil is fantastic.
Love the curry and the sambal chilli.
Price is on the high side. $43 for all these as pictured, for two people.