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What Locals eat at Jakarta (My Recommendation)
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items A collection of must-try Jakarta dishes loved by locals — affordable, flavorful, and everywhere across the city. Whether you're looking for spicy, savory, soupy, or sweet, these are the go-to meals
Best pizza in town, Fav menu Piedmont Pizza. It filled with mixed mushrooms, mozzarella, and eggs with Truffle oil. Their desserts also good. I keep ordering the Nutella cake my kid love it too
Pizzeria Cavalese: Top Pizzeria in Indonesia 2025
Local Indonesia Cuisine, favorite menu “ayam bakar and rendang”. Its so authentic using Indonesia spice and flavor
RM Sinar Minang | Nasi Padang
One of my favorite dine in restaurant. You should try their “Bakwan Jagung and Woku" Not too spicy, flavorful and the price is also good
Sarang Oci Resto Manado
Affordable Price, good quality. I also order Tenderloin at medium so its still juicy and tender
Joni Steak, Kelapa Gading
Generous Portion, I love their noodle texture and price is also affordable
Bakmi Ayam H. Ahok, Kosambi
If you want to try something uniquely local, go for their “Mie Kangkung”. My family often comes here on weekends — the noodles are flavorful, comforting, and loaded with fresh spinach.
Mie Kangkung Jimmy
A classic Jakarta favorite — Wing Heng is where locals go for affordable, comforting dim sum. Fresh, tasty, and perfect for a casual weekend brunch.
Wingheng Dimsum
One of the best spots for delicious, no-nonsense pizza. Their Quattro is always satisfying—crispy crust, good cheese, and full of flavor. It’s mostly a takeaway spot, but worth grabbing on your way home.
Pizza Quattro - Take Away Only
Best for late night dinner. A real hidden Gem. You should try their Nasi Uduk and Kulit Ayam
Kiko Sari Ayam Goreng, Muara Karang
A legendary spot for rich, smoky beef rib soup. The broth is deep and flavorful, and the meat falls off the bone. Must try if you want to taste iconic Makassar flavor in Jakarta
Sop Konro Karebosi, Kelapa Gading
My go-to place for seafood in North Jakarta. The dishes are flavorful, generous, and best enjoyed with friends or family. You should try their “Kerang Kampak Bakar and Ikan Tim Nyonya”
AromaSop Seafood, Muara Karang
A real Hidden Gem if you like to eat roasted pork. You should try their Sambal matah and Sambal Andaliman its so unique and authentic. Their Braised Pork Belly is good too. Affordable Price but Very Good Quality
Porky Brothers
A legendary spot known for its thick, coconut-based soto with tender beef. Locals love the “Oseng Daging”
Soto Betawi H Mamat
Late night or Breakfast spot for warm, silky Chinese Style porridge. Its simple but comforting
Bubur Kamseng, Mangga Besar 1
Their Kwetiau and Noodles come out smoky, chewy, and perfectly seasoned
KWETIAU AKANG (@kwetiauakang)
Legendary Jakarta-style goat fried rice with deep and rich aroma. Bold, savory, and truly satisfying. Bucket List for locals and travelers
Nasi Goreng Kambing Kebon Sirih 1958, Menteng
Light Snacks for Kalimantan Snacks. Their choipan is soft, fragrant, and packed with flavorful garlic topping that makes each bites addictive
Choipan Siam 91, Sunter Indah
Crispy Caramelized edges with a soft, honey-sweet center. These famous banana fritters are addictive and worth the hype
Pisang Goreng Madu Bu Nanik