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D'penyetz & D'cendol Sussex (Halal)
shop 8/339 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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shop 8/339 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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D’penyetz brings serious Jakarta heat to Sussex Street with crisp, pestle-smashed ayam penyet and slow-cooked ribs. City workers and homesick diners fill the indoor-outdoor tables for certified halal comfort food served with pace. You calibrate the chili to your tolerance—from mild sweet soy up to fiery sambal mercon—while tabletop plastic gloves let you tear into bone-in meats without caution. Cool the burn with a bowl of iced cendol steeped in sweet coconut milk and palm sugar.
- Customizable Sambal Heat: Choose regional chili toppings ranging from mild sweet soy to fiery sambal mercon.
- Hands-On Dining: Bone-in fried chicken and grilled beef ribs arrive with plastic gloves for finger-friendly eating.
- Halal City Comfort: Offers quick, certified halal comfort cooking right in the heart of Sydney's city center.
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Key Advantages & Customer Deciding Factors
Why diners choose D'penyetz & D'cendol for authentic Indonesian comfort food in Sydney CBD
Customizable Regional Sambal Heat
Guests can pair crispy crushed chicken and ribs with custom heat, ranging from non-spicy sweet soy kecap to fiery sambal mercon and minang levels.
Awesome Indonesian fried/grilled chicken with rice AND the spicy sambal which you can choose how spicy you want - and it can get really spicy which is great!
Zac T Authentic Smashed Chicken & Beef Ribs
Tender, deeply marinated smashed poultry and beef ribs arrive in filling portions that consistently satisfy heavy cravings.
Best place in Sydney for Ayam Penyet. I have been eating here for years, sometimes few times a week. The main lady is always welcoming and friendly, food portion is excellent, always prepared with care and consistency every time.
Anne Truong A Comforting Taste of Home
Indonesian travelers and expats find deep nostalgic comfort in flavors that faithfully mirror regional home-cooked favorites.
This place and the food felt like a piece of home after days of travelling around Sydney. Really recommend this place for someone who wants to taste simple and tasty Indonesian Food.
Aditya Pratama Familiar Cultural Warmth
Warm hospitality, attentive staff, and cultural touches recreate an unmistakable sense of being back in Indonesia.
Theres a missing thing if we havent visited dpenyet sussex. One thing for sure the service of one of the staff who called MELATI very great and very kind. We feels like we are in Indonesia.
Syane Kusumawardani Certified Halal City Dining
Full halal certification gives Muslim diners complete reassurance right in the center of Sydney's shopping and entertainment district.
Love that I had the option to eat comfort + halal food at a very good touristy location; so I can continue shopping once done.
Syafiq Muhammad Convenient Sussex Street Location
Efficient counter service and fast turnaround make Sussex Street an ideal stop for quick lunch breaks and post-shopping dinners.
Stopped by D’Penyetz for a quick meal, and it was a great experience. The food was tasty, the service was quick, and the location is very convenient. Being halal is another big plus, making it an easy choice for a satisfying meal.
Fareez
Most popular items
Signature smashed fried chicken, grilled ribs, and authentic regional Indonesian mains
Ayam Penyet
Too good not to try for authentic Indonesian Ayam Penyet. It’s a must when in the city!
Anne Truong Iga Penyet
They all tasted great, especially our beef ribs. They had soft texture and the fatty part were so tasty.
Aditya Pratama Ayam Taliwang
The chicken was perfectly grilled on the inside with a smoky flavor on the outside. The spicy sauce was rich, bold, and full of authentic Indonesian taste, with just the right balance of heat and sweetness.
Marthen Agustinus Ayam Geprek
We've tried Ayam Geprek with Sambal Matah and Sambal Minang
Wiely Chandra
Other favorites
Complementary Indonesian sides, traditional soups, and cooling shaved ice desserts
Ice Cendol Original
To complete the course, we wash it down with a cup of Ice Cendol Original.
Aditya Pratama Sop Iga
We ordered Iga Penyet “Beef Ribs”, Sop Iga “Beef Soup”, and Ikan Bakar Bali “Barramundi “Grilled Fish”.
Aditya Pratama Tumis Kangkung Terasi
i love their tumis kangkung terasi and kerang so much
maeda riku Tahu Telur
the tahu telur with peanut sauce is soft and savory, and the sauce is sweet and nutty
Mikha Melanto
Frequently Asked Questions
How spicy is the food, and can heat levels be customized?
The restaurant offers several sambal varieties with customizable spice levels, ranging from non-spicy options like Sambal Matah and Sambal Kicap to intense heat like Sambal Minang and Sambal Mercon. Keep in mind that even mild varieties can carry noticeable heat if you are sensitive to spice.
Is the food certified halal?
Yes, the restaurant is certified halal, making it an easy option for diners seeking authentic Indonesian halal food in central Sydney.
Do you have to eat the fried chicken and ribs with your hands?
Yes, diners are provided with disposable plastic gloves, allowing you to comfortably enjoy bone-in dishes like ayam penyet and ribs by hand without the mess.
Is there indoor and outdoor seating available?
Seating includes both indoor and outdoor options. The dining space is compact and frequently fills up during lunch, dinner, and weekends, though food preparation and table turnovers are typically quick.
What are the portion sizes like?
Portions are generous and dishes are served quickly. If you have a lighter appetite or are ordering multiple meat and side dishes, plates can easily be shared, and takeaway packing is available if you cannot finish.
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