Durian Fanatics, Lock Yourselves In! This Pekanbaru Stall Has More Durian Than Ice
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2026-03-06
Calling all durian fanatics! Discover a legendary roadside stall in Pekanbaru that serves an unforgettable Es Cendol Durian. This isn't your average dessert; it's a massive portion of durian with a side of cendol! For an incredibly low price, you get a huge scoop of rich durian flesh mixed with chewy sticky rice and sweet syrup. Be prepared for a crowded, no-frills setting, but for hardcore durian lovers, the authentic taste and generous serving are absolutely worth the trip.
Honestly, if it weren't for a local friend who strongly recommended it, seeing the crowd of people and motorcycles packed in front of this shop, I probably would have just turned around and left. As for the atmosphere, it's your typical, super authentic roadside stall, with fans whirring away, but they couldn't beat the Pekanbaru heatwave or the enthusiasm of the crowd. During peak hours, it's literally packed to the brim[1].
The Durian is the Main Character, Cendol is Just a Sidekick
When it was my turn to order, and I watched the owner generously scoop a huge, and I mean a HUGE, chunk of durian flesh into the bowl, I was stunned. Anjay! This isn't Cendol with durian, this is basically durian with a side of Cendol[2]!
When my signature Es Cendol Durian[3] arrived, the rich durian aroma hit me right away. With the first bite, the cool cendol jellies, the soft, chewy sticky rice (ketan), plus the rich red sugar syrup, all mixed in my mouth with that solid piece of durian flesh, it was just so Mantap! The sweetness was just right, not that cloying, artificial sweetness that scratches your throat, it was the fragrant sweetness that only comes from real, quality ingredients[4].
Let's Talk Downsides First, Then Decide if You Should Go
But let's be real, mindlessly hyping things up isn't my style. Don't expect much from the environment; Girls looking for a fancy afternoon tea experience can just skip this one. Also, parking is basically non-existent, so friends who are driving should probably park at the convenience store across the street[5].
I also heard that the durian quality can be inconsistent sometimes; you might get one that's a bit unripe or not sweet enough, it's all down to luck. I guess my luck was just really good this time!
Pro Tips to Avoid Disappointment, You're Welcome
Girls who want to Nongkrong here, take my advice!
✅ Amazing Price: The signature durian cendol is only 15,000-18,000 Indonesian Rupiah[6] a bowl, for this price and this portion size, what more could you ask for?
✅ Check the Hours: It's an old shop that serves the neighborhood, they open around 12 PM and close up by 6 PM, so don't make a wasted trip in the evening! Plus, the owner has a lot of character and insists on not opening any branches to maintain the original, authentic taste[7].
✅ Be Prepared to Wait: It gets super crowded during meal times, with delivery drivers coming one after another. If you're dining in, you might need to be a bit more patient, rushing your order won't help, okay[8].
All in all, if you're a hardcore durian lover and don't mind the simple setting, then this place is absolutely worth a special trip
- They're so generous with the durian pulp! It’s basically durian with a side of Cendol[1].
- The signature Durian Cendol is only IDR 15k-18k[2]. An insane deal for durian lovers given the huge portion.
- Perfect for Nongkrong. This old-school Lokal spot is only open 12 PM - 6 PM and has no other branches[3], ensuring the original flavor.
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