Not one of Solaris Dutamas' most prominent places, but this outlet run by Singaporean couple Rosli & Yani offers enough enticements for a visit or two.
Tumis Teak 5 is part cafe, part furniture store, which kinda helps explain its name.
The menu comprises Malay & Indonesian specialties like this Javanese favorite, "nasi ambeng," rice accompanied by sotong sambal, serunding, egg, crackers & more.
The rice set comes with ayam lemak cili padi, all for RM15. Satisfyingly flavorsome.
The ominously named Daging Maut proved to be beef cooked in a black gravy with lime leaves. Surprisingly tender, but punishingly spicy.
Murtabak Maggi, a treat for fans of instant noodles seeking more ways to savor their slurps. Fun to munch initially, though its doughy-starchy texture eventually left us longing for the meatiness of mamak murtabak.
Paru, tempe & tahu, a triumphant triumvirate, expertly executed. And there's still much more here to order, from ayam penyet to ikan terutup.
Something cold & santan-based, to finish on a fine, not-too-sugary note.
Cold syrup & somewhat ineffectual Tongkat Ali iced tea.
Tumis Teak 5,
Solaris Dutamas.
Same row as Urbano E Fresco & Espressolab.
Open through at least 9pm, closed Sundays.
