Chicken's gone in one bite! I'm telling you, order double at this legendary Sundanese spot in South Tangerang.
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2026-03-04
Craving authentic Sundanese food? This legendary South Tangerang spot is famous for its "Ayam Goreng Basah" (wet fried chicken), which boasts an incredibly savory and juicy flavor. While the taste is a must-try, a key tip is to order double, as portions are famously small! Also, don't miss the sizzling Sate Maranggi and two types of delicious sambal. The traditional wooden ambiance makes it perfect for family gatherings, but be prepared to queue during peak hours.
Gotta be honest, when the waiter brought over the "signature wet fried chicken," my friend and I looked at each other and almost burst out laughing… Anjay! The chicken was so exquisitely small, I felt like I could finish one piece in a single bite, but they gave us a mountain of rice. 😅
The taste is Mantap, but your stomach will tell the truth
Don't scroll away just yet! Even though the portion size left me speechless[1], you really can't fault the flavor. The signature Ayam Goreng Basah[2] (wet fried chicken) is absolutely amazing, the skin isn't the crispy kind, but has a moist texture coated in a unique sauce, savory, fragrant, and juicy, it goes perfectly with rice. After one bite, I instantly forgot half of my complaints about the small portion.
We also ordered the Sate Maranggi[3], beef skewers sizzling on a hot plate, incredibly tender, you have to eat them while they're hot! The soul of the dish, of course, is their two types of sambal—Sambal Hejo & Sambal Dadak[4], green chili sambal and red chili sambal. The spiciness is just right, not the kind that burns your stomach, it's a comfortable, fragrant heat.
The ambiance is also a plus. The whole restaurant has this retro Javanese/Sundanese wooden style, full of character, and any photo you take looks great. I saw many lokal families coming with everyone in tow, and they even have special lesehan[5] floor seating. The vibe is super chill, perfect for Nongkrong with family and friends on the weekend.
Let's talk real (A guide to avoid pitfalls)
While the flavor is on point, there are some real experiences I have to share with you:
- 1. Portion size! Portion size! Portion size! The chicken portion is seriously tiny. For guys or girls with bigger appetites, I sincerely suggest you order two portions of chicken per person[6]. Otherwise, you'll definitely finish your big bowl of rice and then stare at your empty plate, questioning your life choices.
- 2. Be prepared to queue. This place gets super crowded during mealtimes, especially during lunch and dinner on weekends, queuing is the norm[7].
- 3. Price. The individual prices aren't expensive, very affordable, and they also have family packages, for example, a meal for 5 is around 500,000 IDR[8], which is great for a family meal[9]. But considering you might need to order double the meat, you should weigh the total cost yourself.
- 4. Minor details. When I went, the lock on the women's restroom door was a bit faulty[10]. You might run into minor issues like this occasionally, so just be mindful.
My Review Summary
📍 SHSD Sambel Hejo Sambel Dadak (Ciputat Branch)
✅ Is it worth going?
If you're a fan of traditional Indonesian food and are looking for authentic Sundanese flavors, then you should totally go for it! The taste definitely won't disappoint you.
📝 Ordering Cheat Sheet:
`Ayam Goreng Basah` x 2 + `Sate Maranggi` + `Nasi Putih` + All-you-can-eat `Sambal`!
If you're with family, their packages are quite a good deal. All in all, this is a place with very distinct pros and cons. Remember my guide, and you'll know exactly what you're getting into
- Wet Fried Chicken isn't crispy—it's smothered in a savory sauce. So juicy you'll forgive the small portion. [1]
- Sate Maranggi beef skewers are sizzling and super tender. Dip in the Sambal Hejo & Sambal Dadak duo for a spicy kick. [2][3]
- Retro Javanese/Sundanese vibe with chill lesehan seating. A favorite spot for lokal families to Nongkrong. [4]
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