Kampung Laksa

Steps from the Parramatta station turnstiles sits a no-frills canteen serving rich coconut laksa and homestyle Indonesian staples. Commuters and local office workers pile in for hearty bowls of noodle soup—springy vermicelli, broth-soaked tofu puffs, and plenty of shredded chicken. At the lunchtime counter, patrons point and pick through a hot bar packed with tender beef rendang and spicy tempeh with chilli bean potato. Vegetarian regulars head straight for the Gado Gado, a heap of fresh greens, rice cakes, and fried tahu coated in sweet peanut sauce. Order yours bungkus when the heat hits and head across the street to Westfield.