[category]
[title]
“Singapore, we have arrived,” declares the famous Indonesian nasi padang chain Sederhana in its Instagram post three days ago. The brand is set to open its very first outlet in Singapore, and it’s chosen a rather loaded address for the occasion – 738 North Bridge Road, the former home of Warong Nasi Pariaman.
This isn’t just any empty storefront. The Kampong Glam unit was occupied for 78 years by Warong Nasi Pariaman, a name long intertwined with Singapore’s nasi padang history, before it shuttered earlier this year.
Sederhana is not your regular nasi padang store. Founded in 1972, the Indonesian chain operates more than 200 outlets across Indonesia and has a presence in Malaysia, with branches in Petaling Jaya, Chow Kit and Kampung Baru. It is also expected to open in Melbourne, Australia.
Sederhana’s search for a suitable location, as shared in its Instagram post, was described as a long one. The chain expressed relief and excitement at finally finding the right home in Kampong Glam after what appears to have been a long hunt. The restaurant is now aiming for an opening around May 29, with an official launch expected in mid-June.
On the menu, expect Minangkabau staples such as rendang daging, dendeng balado and ayam pop – the familiar line-up of rich, spicy dishes that have made nasi padang a staple.
For updates on their opening, follow their Instagram here.
READ MORE
Beloved Cantonese restaurant Wing Seong Fatty's closes after 100 years – last day on June 28
Sandwich masters Park Bench Deli reopens as a food truck located at Ocean Financial Centre
Niku Niku Oh!! Kome brings its sizzling hamburg steaks to Westgate – here's our review