visitor guides to Jakarta

Nov 28, 2011

If you want to truly experience the culture of Jakarta, dine in as many Jakarta restaurants as you can. You’ll never be at a loss for choices. From casual to formal and from modern to traditional, Jakarta has it all. To get you started, here are six top picks that will allow you to begin to taste Jakarta.

The 5 Best Things to do in Jakarta

Nov 28, 2011

Jakarta is an enormous city that covers 290 square miles. Much of the expansive city it is quite modern, but other parts are still traditional. And there is no end of things to do in Jakarta. This list will help you to begin your exploration of what people call “The Big Durian.”

Dining in Jakarta

As you might expect in an international city of over twelve million, dining in Jakarta is limited only by your imagination, culinary taste and budget.

The finest of classic Indonesian food is found in Sate Khas Senayan, featuring their rawon buntut or oxtail stew. More Indonesian food can be found in VOC Galangan in a beautifully restored warehouse, featuring Indonesian gado gado. Make sure you enjoy the popular Samarra with an intimate opium-den atmosphere and outdoor patio. Fine Indian, Chinese and Korean food can also be found throughout Jakarta, along with great eating in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants.

Malaysians make the pleasure of eating an obsession, so you’ll enjoy this international experience as a favorite pastime as well as a way to satisfy your culinary cravings.

11 Jakarta Restaurants

Aoki Japanese Cuisine

Hotel Gran Mahakam Jln. Mahakam I No.6, Blok M, Jakarta, 12130

Enjoy a fun and stylish dining atmosphere at the Aoki Japanese Cuisine on the first floor of the Hotel Gran Mahakam. Traditional Japanese food is served here, giving you the option to try some things you may not have tried yet.

http://www.granmahakam.com/index/index.php?action=app.restaurants3

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Asia

The Ritz-Carlton, Jakarta JL. Lingkar Mega Kuningan Kav. E.1.1 NO.1, Mega Kuningan, Jakarta, 12950

Have a truly enjoyable dining experience at Asia. This restaurant has one of the most spectacular buffets you will ever see, with fresh seafood, and dishes taking influences from all over Asia.

http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Jakarta/Dining/asia_restaurant/Default.htm

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Bruschetta

Hotel Borobudur Jakarta Jalan Lapangan Banteng Selatan No. 1, Jakarta, 10710

Fix your Italian craving at the Bruschetta restaurant. You will find all of your favorites here as well as an enormous wine list that pairs perfectly with every dining option. Don't miss out on the famous desert menu here as well.

http://hotelborobudur.com/dining/bruchetta
Keyaki Japanese Restaurant

Sari Pan Pacific Jakarta Jalan M.H.Thamrin 6, Jakarta, 10340

Enjoy fantastic authentic Japanese cuisine at the Keyaki Japanese Restaurant inside the Sari Pan Pacific Jakarta. Sushi, and Tempura dishes are favorites here, and the sake menu is one of the best in the city.

http://www.panpacific.com/en/Jakarta/Dining/KeyakiJapanese.html

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Le Gran Café

Hotel Gran Mahakam Jln. Mahakam I No.6, Blok M, Jakarta, 12130

Come in to Le Gran Café to find something for everyone. There is an enormous gourmet buffet here featuring food from all around the world, and specializing in authentic Asian cuisine.

http://www.granmahakam.com/index/index.php?action=app.restaurants2

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Lobo

The Ritz-Carlton, Jakarta JL. Lingkar Mega Kuningan Kav. E.1.1 NO.1, Mega Kuningan, Jakarta, 12950

Dine at the fun and casual Lobo restaurant in the lobby of the Ritz-Carlton, Jakarta. This laid back restaurant has an outstanding menu that lets you choose from among other things, fresh seafood, and hand made pizza.

http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Jakarta/Dining/lobo/Default.htm

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Lyon

Mandarin Oriental Jakarta Jalan M.H. Thamrin, PO BOX 3392,, Jakarta, 10310

Find incredible French cuisine at Lyon, inside the Mandarin Oriental Jakarta. You will find all of your French favorites on the menu, as well as an expansive wine list from wineries all over France.

http://www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta/dining/lyon/

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Miyama

Hotel Borobudur Jakarta Jalan Lapangan Banteng Selatan No. 1, Jakarta, 10710

Watch the expert chefs at Miyama prepare your meal right in front of you. This Japanese restaurant is a favorite among visitors, because of the fun show, and numerous sushi options.

http://hotelborobudur.com/dining/miyama
Oakroom Restaurant & Bar

Oakwood Premier Cozmo Jakarta Jl. Lingkar Mega Kuningan Block E4.2 No. 1, Jakarta, 12950

Go to the Oakroom Restaurant & Bar in Jakarta for an incredible meal. This restaurant has a menu that changes with the seasons, so the ingredients are guaranteed to be local and fresh.

http://www.oakwoodasia.com/jakarta/oakwood-jakarta/food-and-beverage.php

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Restoran Fiesta

Sari Pan Pacific Jakarta Jalan M.H.Thamrin 6, Jakarta, 10340

Bring the whole family in for a meal at Restoran Fiesta. This restaurant features international cuisine, and has a buffet that makes it easy please everyone. Kids even get 50% off when you dine here!

http://www.panpacific.com/en/Jakarta/Dining/RestoranFiesta.html

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Xin Hwa

Mandarin Oriental Jakarta Jalan M.H. Thamrin, PO BOX 3392,, Jakarta, 10310

Eat delicious Cantonese cuisine at the Xin Hwa restaurant. The chefs here do an amazing job of combining traditional tastes with more contemporary flavors, and the dim sum meals can't be missed.

http://www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta/dining/xin_hwa/

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