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Papa Ayam

Papa Ayam

4.3(1,139 reviews)

Papa Ayam is the first Ayam Geprek brand in Singapore, established in 2018, specializing in crispy fried chicken with Indonesian authentic sambal, offering customizable spice levels up to 15.

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C+Worth a visit

Score: 68 / 100

Atmosphere62
Queue wait72
Consistency55
Food quality65
Value for money63

Based on 59 data points · Updated 5 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 Aug 2026

Our take: Papa Ayam has carved out a reliable niche in Singapore's Indonesian fried chicken scene, and the $9.60 Ayam Gepuk is the reason to visit.

At its best — crispy skin, genuinely tender meat, spicy sambal on the side — it delivers solid value for the price.

The tiered spice system (up to level 15) is a genuine differentiator; reviewers flag that level 7 already outpaces Korean buldak noodles, so choose carefully.

The green and orange sauces draw consistent praise, and the Indomie add-on is a crowd-pleaser done right.

That said, consistency is the brand's soft underbelly.

Some batches arrive underseasoned or carry a gamey note that suggests inconsistent raw-chicken prep; the sambal has been called watery on off days.

A $2 upcharge for a single slice of cheese has irritated more than one diner, and one hygiene complaint from late 2025 is worth noting — though no pattern of follow-up reports emerged.

Service is a genuine bright spot across multiple outlets: staff are frequently cited as friendly, fast, and welcoming, which papers over a lot.

We'd recommend Papa Ayam as a dependable weekday lunch for ayam gepuk cravings — especially at PLQ or 313@Somerset — but order at off-peak hours to catch the chicken fresh out of the fryer.

Signature

Ayam Gepuk ($9.60)

Best time

Avoid peak lunch hours; crowds thin after the midday rush

Price

$$ ($9.60–$12/person)

Score: 68 · 59 sources

What customers say

Papa Ayam draws strong praise primarily for its Ayam Gepuk ($9.90) at the PLQ outlet, with customers consistently highlighting the crispy skin, tender and juicy chicken, and the well-executed multi-level spice system — level 7 reportedly surpassing Korean Buldak noodles in heat.

Staff across outlets, including named individuals Faris, Prince, and Ana, receive frequent commendations for friendliness and attentiveness.

On the negative side, a minority of reviewers flag inconsistent food quality — including complaints of gamey-smelling chicken, bland or watery sambal, and one serious hygiene concern involving cockroaches spotted at the food prep area.

Pricing add-ons such as a $2 charge for a single cheese slice also drew criticism, with some diners feeling portion sizes don't justify the cost.

Crispy, tender Ayam Gepuk with customisable spice levelsFriendly and attentive staff (PLQ outlet notably praised)Inconsistent sambal and chicken seasoning qualityValue-for-money concerns and add-on pricingHygiene and food freshness issues flagged by some customers
65% positive13% neutral22% negative

Reviews from Regulars

Reviews from customers who visit regularly.

  • Regular

    Kak dan staff fast service very kind

    Visited Aug 2026

5.0 avg from 1 review

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Sheryl Biangco

First time trying Papa Ayam and honestly not bad! Ordered the Ayam Gepuk ($9.90) and added an egg for $1. The portion was quite generous and the chicken piece was huge. The skin was nice and crispy, while the meat was surprisingly tender and juicy, not dry at all. I also liked the vegetables and sambal, they went really well with the chicken. Only thing I wasn’t a fan of was the egg. I wish they served it sunny side up instead of an omelette, would have been even better. Overall, a satisfying meal and quite worth the price. Will come back again if I’m craving ayam gepuk!

Jul 2026 · Google

Yordan

Tried Ayam Geprek for the first time and had a really good experience. I liked that there were different spice levels available. The chicken was crispy and fried nicely, while the rice was prepared well. I also enjoyed the green and orange sauces, and the chilli had a nice sour and spicy kick. The dish came with simple sides like keropok and cucumber, which went well with the meal. The service was excellent too. The staff was friendly, attentive and professional. Overall, the food and service were great, and I would be happy to return.

Jun 2026 · Google

Jocey

I was craving Ayam gepruk and stumbled upon this shop at at PLQ. The fried chicken was super well done, crispy tender and not oil at all! The sauce was penuty and chilli has a great mix! Chilli is very spicy btw so choose your level wisely. The staffs were super friendly including the chefs but did not manage to get their names, I met faris and prince, and they were very friendly and helpful in explaining the menu. Highly recommended and will definitely visit again :)

Jun 2026 · Google

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