Discover the culinary delights of Jakarta with this practical food guide featuring must-try dishes and recommended restaurants.
Last updated: 2026-11-01
Must try
1Nasi Goreng2Rendang3Sate4Gado-Gado
Must-Try Foods
Nasi Goreng: Indonesia’s iconic fried rice, often stir-fried with spices and served alongside chicken, egg, or shrimp.
Rendang: A slow-cooked beef dish soaked in coconut milk and rich spices, famed for its tender meat and deep flavors.
Sate: Skewered and grilled meat served with a delightful peanut sauce, a popular street food staple.
Gado-Gado: A salad made with boiled vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and a luscious peanut dressing, making it a nutritious choice.
Where to Eat
Indulge in these culinary experiences at Dua Nyonya Restaurant Cikini, Plataran Menteng, Seribu Rasa Menteng, Warung MJS, and Kaum Jakarta.
Quick Info
Dua Nyonya Restaurant Cikini: 4.5 stars from 1501 reviews.
Plataran Menteng: 4.7 stars from 5373 reviews.
Seribu Rasa Menteng: 4.6 stars from 5532 reviews.
Warung MJS: 4.5 stars from 6387 reviews.
Kaum Jakarta: 4.6 stars from 4333 reviews.
Source: Google Maps · 2026-11-01
Prices can change over time; we suggest checking with the place before you go.
Where to eat
Dua Nyonya Restaurant Cikini★ 4.5 · 1501 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01Jl. Cikini Raya No.27, RT.16/RW.1, Cikini, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10330, IndonesiaOpen mapPlataran Menteng★ 4.7 · 5373 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01Jl. HOS. Cokroaminoto No.42, RT.6/RW.4, Gondangdia, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10350, IndonesiaOpen mapSeribu Rasa Menteng★ 4.6 · 5532 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01Jl. H. Agus Salim No.128, RT.1/RW.5, Menteng, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10310, IndonesiaOpen mapWarung MJS★ 4.5 · 6387 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01Jl. Setia Budi Tengah No.11, RT.1/RW.1, Kuningan, Setia Budi, Kecamatan Setiabudi, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12910, IndonesiaOpen mapKaum Jakarta★ 4.6 · 4333 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01Jl. Dr. Kusuma Atmaja No.77-79, RT.10/RW.4, Menteng, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10310, IndonesiaOpen map
