Batam Info Thread

[micmac888]

Mustafa Murtarbak
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Location : Indorasa Coffeeshop. 1 min walking distance from Formosa hotel.
Google Map : Search "Indorasa Rumah Makan"
Speciality : Prata & Murtabak


Food : *Quintessential* Indian prata/murtabak
Value : 3.75/5


Conclusion : Indian-made roti-prata/murtabak. Period. Outer texture like a croissant (flaky) ! Inner - "meaty/chewy". The roti-kosong is dead simple but remains my favorite - just eating the crumbs/loose-flakes alone makes my day. The murtabak has oooomph and "snacky". As with all prata/murtabak - expect greasiness.


It was late morning and in Nagoya area. She decided to go to that very good murtabak stall near Formosa hotel. Yeah, why not.


Asked the boss (Mustafa) to make Ayam Special Murtabak + Prata-Kosong. Boss is 2nd generation Indian. Father came from India, settled in Batam - and opened this stall. Son took over after a period of apprenticeship.


Mustafa (speaks English). Notice the marble slab lying on the right side - that's where he makes the prata/murtabak, not on metal surface.



Our order came :


Prata-Kosong - RP10K, Ayam Special Murtabak - RP25K


1. THAT prata-kosong..... outside flaky like a croissant yet doesn't crumble like one. Inside texture is a solid "bounciness" . It was delightful to chew on that kosong, crispy and bouncy textures playing in my mouth. Notice the twirl (shape) - it's his father's technique to have the prata light, and fluffy/puffy - so that the texture isn't flat and "hard" like what we get in SG. Kid you not, we finished that Kosong and cleaned that plate - no crumb-flakes. The flakes themselves .. I just dunno ... just very nice. The combination of techniques in dough-quality/preparation, shaping out the prata, frying it, and that twirl made this Kosong my favourite !

MUST try.


2. Ayam Special Murtabak. OK, this one is not just a very hearty meal, it's a real heavy-weight. When it came, we knew it was overwhelming for 1 person. In the end, we just couldn't finish it - left 4 slices. LOOOL. It stayed crusty over time - not soft (or soggy-oil-soft) like in SG. The ayam special contains indian spices, chicken, and onion. It has strong-enuf flavour but not overtly indian-strong (like those I ate in India) . Best way of having this dish is to treat it like morning/afternoon snack (or high tea) with friends whilst chilling away. It's really very hearty.

The curry is tangy. it's alright - have had better. But for RP35K total (~S$3.5) and yet can't finish our order , absolutely NO COMPLAINTS.

PS : made a mistake of ordering KSC (kopisusucankil). Should've ordered teh-o-kosong to cut the greasiness and heartiness (not heatiness). That muratabak is a killer. LOL!

PPS : for those who prefer sprinkled-sugar on the pratas - do ask for sugar . Goes very well with tea-o-kosong


Enjoy~~~~~~~~~~

[Egria]

need advice from fellas here

looking for a massage retreat in batam.
wish to have following services offered.

1) full body massage
2) full feet massage
3) full body scrub, especially by lady
4) full body bath, with back scrub by lady
5) option for couple spa package (if good)

understand some high end spa should have 1 - 3, but 4 possible?
my main purpose is to really relax and have massage lady help to clean up my back too (hard to reach). not looking for hanky panky at all, just want the ladies to be young, slim, plesant looking, since want to relax also have eye candy is good.

look forward to recomendations! Thanks

[fde83]

Here's my fr trip on 10 dec.reach harbourbay @ 9plus am took an ojek (50k) and go to my regular hotel (180k) Not for alot of bros here who likes nice hotel. What matters for me is theres aircon, tv, wifi and a bed for me to F gals. Lol

Wait for my girl (23old) who I have been seeing for 1 month at avava(pronounce as afafa). This girl for me is a gem. Everything is fine with her. CIM, facial, hj and loads more. 3 shots with her and shes going back kampong the very next day which I already know. So she went off at 9pm that very same day(to prepare and pack for next day flight). pay to her taukay 250k and thats it. So now at around 10pm im all alone in the hotel so what do I do?? I book another girl.... will continue the next story soon.

[massager]

Wah, at sgd$1 for a kosong Prata, isn't it expensive?

[tomcat007]

I always expect to pay a bit more for food deemed not Indon local food. So, ya, although sold in a coffee shop, it's "imported" food after all.

[tomcat007]

Originally Posted by iicycold

Almost 99% of such gals wld've sm form of STD & the guys who took her raw going to spread that disease to his love ones in SG & then to their next love ones. The list goes on.

Unfortunately, this will not stop cheongsters for looking for raw sex with these working girls. In fact, I used to have these cheongsters in my group who would actively look for raw sex, stupidly. Haizzz...

[Sarusenin]

[QUOTE=Egria;13967756]need advice from fellas here

looking for a massage retreat in batam.
wish to have following services offered.


Spend some time to read the last 10-20 pages here. Im sure even without advice you will be able to find something if a little effort is used.

[Black Page]

Originally Posted by tomcat007

... happened last night when the glass shower for smashed on its own. And, the best part is, I was just shitting when suddenly, I heard the smash sound.

For God's sake, what did you eat the day before??
(sorry, I could not refrain to comment this...)

[Naka_Timo]

Originally Posted by micmac888

Mustafa Murtarbak
============


Location : Indorasa Coffeeshop. 1 min walking distance from Formosa hotel.
Google Map : Search "Indorasa Rumah Makan"
Speciality : Prata & Murtabak


Food : *Quintessential* Indian prata/murtabak
Value : 3.75/5


Conclusion : Indian-made roti-prata/murtabak. Period. Outer texture like a croissant (flaky) ! Inner - "meaty/chewy". The roti-kosong is dead simple but remains my favorite - just eating the crumbs/loose-flakes alone makes my day. The murtabak has oooomph and "snacky". As with all prata/murtabak - expect greasiness.


It was late morning and in Nagoya area. She decided to go to that very good murtabak stall near Formosa hotel. Yeah, why not.


Asked the boss (Mustafa) to make Ayam Special Murtabak + Prata-Kosong. Boss is 2nd generation Indian. Father came from India, settled in Batam - and opened this stall. Son took over after a period of apprenticeship.


Mustafa (speaks English). Notice the marble slab lying on the right side - that's where he makes the prata/murtabak, not on metal surface.



Our order came :


Prata-Kosong - RP10K, Ayam Special Murtabak - RP25K


1. THAT prata-kosong..... outside flaky like a croissant yet doesn't crumble like one. Inside texture is a solid "bounciness" . It was delightful to chew on that kosong, crispy and bouncy textures playing in my mouth. Notice the twirl (shape) - it's his father's technique to have the prata light, and fluffy/puffy - so that the texture isn't flat and "hard" like what we get in SG. Kid you not, we finished that Kosong and cleaned that plate - no crumb-flakes. The flakes themselves .. I just dunno ... just very nice. The combination of techniques in dough-quality/preparation, shaping out the prata, frying it, and that twirl made this Kosong my favourite !

MUST try.


Enjoy~~~~~~~~~~

See and read, drooling liao. Didnt know got such good prata and mutabak, as i usually take at the night street stall near to nagoya mall on the road side.

[jerryt]

Can anyone share if the booking houses mentioned in this thread for overnite have short time rooms available inhouse? Thanks

[nono1973]

Originally Posted by KohOnly21

Went Octopus yesterday night at 9.30pm, around 5 customers.. Plenty of girls, Gold Tier Girls still looking good.. Still the same pattern there as the Cashier, Receptionist & GRO looks better than most of the Silver/Gold Tier girls.

I dont know whether to agree or not,cos i didnt take the Gold or Silver tier girls,but the massage girl (396k massage package) i had was prettier and has 3 times the boobs size (at least D+ cup,looks 7.5/10 at least) than the cashiers,receptionists and the GROs.

Originally Posted by KohOnly21

Currently 20 Masseurs working in Octopus, took a 90 mins massage (include HJ) with Presidential Suite Room (Big room with sound speaker, LED TV, Jaccuzi and complimentary 1 plate of fruits cost 600k (59Xk). Girl very pretty 24 years old, does not offer anything more despite offering to add $$. Showering Service = 11/10, i love been pampered haha. Showered me from head to toes including scrubbing and washing hair. If want add 30 mins session =170k, last call 12am. Morning open at 9am for facilities, girls come in at 11am. Drinks cost 22k here on average, no price menu for any services, ask GRO write down on a paper. 3 types of rooms available, Executive 300k+, Deluxe 400k+ and Suites 500k+ all included massage price.

Honestly,1st step into Octopus Spa and after i finish all my massage session,i was very very happy and satisfied with their service. But when i comes out of Octopus spa and was told and confirmed by your post that i kena chopped,so i got damn pissed off with myself...

Thats the problem with me,i didnt read your post properly and well enough.

Octopus Package :

Presidential suite : 544 500 rupiah Nett
Suite room : 456500 rupiah Nett
Executive Suite (standard room) : 396000 rupiah Nett

All of the above stated prices for Octopus Spa includes a HJ,a 1.5 hr massage and FREE use of facilities.

Guess what,i went to bargain with the girl who quoted me 300k for a hj to 100k and i got so happy for a while and even tipped her an extra 50k for her Superb Good Service (those who knows me will know i rarely use strong words unnecessary). Only to realise that the package i took includes a hj later on. Yea,thanks to myself for NOT reading THOROUGHLY enough!!

Then again,if i do not know,i strongly believes MANY wouldnt knew it either.(i know many may knows,but those who doesnt know definitely more than those who knew) Therefore i am stating this place's EXACT pricing here. Hopefully i am the last one making this DUMB mistake and hopefully others will not follow in my footsteps.

In my later summary,i shall give out a more COMPLETE detail of my 1st official trip to Octopus Spa. No one should make the mistake i made today (if ONLY they read) and thats why i have this post up now.

*i feel so stupid making a silly mistake like that,but i will only be stupid up to this post (and i will be forever clever ever after,hehehe...). Not going to make the same mistake again and not going to penalize a place due to my own stupidity and probably laziness to read thoroughly.

I make mistakes during my Batam cheonging too,i own up to it and thats becos i am only human.

Updated as of 17th Dec 2015

The reason why i am highlighting this place here is becos it is WORTHY for a try. And i am going to RTM in time to come. Why i say its worthy? More details will roll out in my upcoming 23rd Batam trip summary and i am not rating this place now.

Kind of sure this place is going to be flooded by horny bros after this post,hehehe...i honestly hope it wouldnt tho,but well...hehehe...unlikely.

I need to safe keep this post of mine for my own future reference hence i am putting some additional info of Octopus here (a bit outdated but still useful info) :

1. https://sbf.today/showpo...ostcount=28809

2. https://sbf.today/showpo...ostcount=32586

Originally Posted by KohOnly21

Wanna see all the Masseurs? Camp at Pacific lobby at 12.10am (time they go back to their dome) outside pacific disco lift. I believe all are Bandung girls..

Octopus Spa should be able to replace Delta Spa for newbies and i am looking towards it,hehehe...its (Octopus) cheaper and better (service) comparing with those hard core forceful-up-selling by the Delta massage girls.

Bandung girls are horny sweet girls,hehehe...

Originally Posted by KohOnly21

Weekdays,

Pacific Hotel, cabin room 535k or 530k
Ihotel Baloi 600k
Nagoya Hotel 820k

I am always keeping tab on Kaha pricing. Thank you for sharing it here.

Originally Posted by KohOnly21

After checked in and dinner it's already 10 pm. And back to SG next day 6.10 am ferry. Also friend want try 2 different girls ..Thought bring him go find premium quality at M1 after ST at Happy8

Oh,i didnt know you guys are heading back to Sillypore next early morning at 610am. Its very early.

[tomcat007]

Yes, I'm impressed by the non-upsell practice by the GRO once she heard that I'm just taking the massage package. Even insisting that the cheapest room will be more than sufficient.

[Mister91]

Originally Posted by MiG27

I was a bit early but there are rooms available. Check in was swift.
Prebook 380k Superior room via Booking.com.
Took lift to 2nd floor...later I realise it is much faster using the stairs...lol.
Found my room...and Im surprised they leave the door open.
I thought the room service forget to close but later I realise they have this habit of leaving unoccupied rooms door open.
(Most likely due to superstitious reason....)

First impression....BIG room!!
Can play hide n seek with your cewek.
There is a safe....this is the kind I mostly see in China hotels....pretty easy to use.

Bro what hotel is this? Looks good and cheap.

Are there any other hotels like this which have a big bed and cost lesser then $40sgd?

[KohOnly21]

Originally Posted by nono1973

Octopus Package :

Presidential suite : 544 500 rupiah Nett
Suite room : 456500 rupiah Nett
Executive Suite (standard room) : 396000 rupiah Nett

I plan to find out more on the 10 X Voucher System.

If i am not wrong, 10 X Executive Suite Room with Massage = around 2.5 Juta+, per session less than 300k

10 X Suite Room with Massage = around 3.3 Juta+, per session around 350k

What i need to find out is if i can use it on any day and time & the expiry date.

It's a great saving if it's available to use the voucher during any day and time & the expiry date is at least valid for half a year to 1 year.

[PigletDiDi]

My recent trip i met Nono, before that i had a enjoyable massage at beauty massage .