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Shalom St Lucia Indonesian Restaurant

Shop2/224-226 Hawken Dr, St Lucia QLD 4067, Australia

Recommended by 68 people

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Shop2/224-226 Hawken Dr, St Lucia QLD 4067, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Shalom St Lucia Indonesian Restaurant

St Lucia locals turn to Shalom for uncompromised Indonesian heat and home-style cooking reminiscent of a roadside warung. Smoky char marks the ayam bakar, beef rendang simmers till tender, and bowls of rich soto betawi emerge with generous portions. QR-code ordering keeps the dining room humming with university students and groups swapping plates over tables. The house sambal delivers a sharp, unapologetic chili kick that lingers—and can be taken home by the jar.

  • Take-Home Sambal: Fiery house-blended chili pastes pack genuine Indonesian heat and are sold by the jar.
  • Warung-Style Comforts: Regional classics include smoky ayam bakar, tender slow-cooked beef ribs, and aromatic soto betawi.
  • Casual Group Setup: Digital table ordering and a self-serve setup keep meals moving smoothly for communal dining.

What's On at Shalom St Lucia Indonesian Restaurant

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Why Diners Choose Shalom St Lucia

Authentic flavors, genuine regional heat, and a welcoming community hub in St Lucia.

  • Specialty Grilled Dishes and Traditional Staples

    Guests consistently praise the tender grilled ribs, ayam bakar, and authentic satay, delivering true Indonesian flavors without needing to travel far.

    Iga Bakar (Grilled ribs) and Mie Ayam (Fried Noodle) are the highlight.

    Ahmad Rizky Umar
  • Effortless QR Ordering and Casual Dining Flow

    Diners can order directly from the table using mobile QR ordering and pick up their own water and cutlery at their convenience.

    Order via the QR code and then go inside to collect your own water and cutlery etc.

    Antique simon
  • Uncompromising, Fiery Indonesian Heat

    Shalom stays true to authentic chili intensity, offering fiery house-made sambal and sauces that avoid toned-down heat.

    And it’s actually spicy! So rare to come across some authentic asian spice here so I was really happy

    Rayna
  • Nostalgic Taste of Traditional Warungs

    Indonesian students, expatriates, and locals feel an immediate sense of home and warung nostalgia through familiar homestyle recipes.

    The food here reminds us of the warung in Jakarta. Mantap boh!

    Cameron Croft (areocam)
  • Effortless Group and Team Gatherings

    Generous portions, affordable pricing, and rapid service make Shalom a prime gathering venue for UQ student groups and lunch teams.

    Went to the restaurant with a group of 12 for lunch. Great service, well priced meals with good choices and all of our meals arrived quickly and were delicious.

    Cherie
  • Take-Home Sambal Jars for Sharing at Home

    Customers love the signature house-made sambal so much they purchase take-home jars to share or enjoy after dining.

    If you’re into chilli, make sure you buy their Sambal sauce. It is incredibly good which made all of us to buy a jar each to take home.

    Moah Lee

Other favorites

Traditional sides, sweet snacks, and specialty Indonesian refreshments

  • Keropok

    Definitely recommend getting the keropok fresh as well.

    Jeremy
  • Kueh Keju/Kastengel

    Their cookies are also great (the Kueh Keju/Kastengel is to die for and super moreish)

    Jacinth W
  • Teh Botol

    They also sell Teh Botol for a quite decent price, so I'll make sure to order one again from them anytime soon.

    Hejin Zulvy Izzabilla
  • Es Cendol

    I ordered Nasi Padang, Tempeh Tahu Goreng, Siomay kukus, Soto Betawi, and Es Cendol.

    Cheria Elle

Frequently Asked Questions

How does ordering and table service work?

Orders are placed by scanning a QR code at the table, while water, cups, and cutlery are self-service inside rather than brought out by staff.

How spicy is the food?

Dishes carry authentic Indonesian spice levels with noticeably hot house sambal. If you are sensitive to heat, proceed with caution or choose non-spicy options.

Can you buy the sambal to take home?

Yes, house-made sambal is sold by the jar for takeaway so you can enjoy the restaurant's signature chili sauce at home.

What is the seating setup like?

The dining space features both indoor and outdoor seating, though the venue is relatively small and can fill up quickly during peak university lunch and dinner rushes.

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