From fine dining spots for date nights to the city’s best Indonesian food for special occasions, we’ve got the best restaurants in Jakarta in one handy guide.
In a city as huge and diverse as Jakarta, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out across the city. And up there amongst the top restaurants in Jakarta? Those with world class food, epic cocktails, expert service and dreamy ambience. Lucky for us, Jakarta’s food scene is full of sophisticated dining destinations that tick all those boxes. From romantic restaurants that’ll impress a date, to unique experiences to celebrate the most momentous occasions or wow any serious foodie. So if you’re wanting to eat out in the city, here we give you our top picks of the very best restaurants in Jakarta to start your culinary adventure. Foodies, splurge on!
THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN JAKARTA
1. Altitude
Boasting sky-high (46 floors high to be exact!) city views is Altitude at Plaza Indonesia, home to not one, but five fine dining restaurants! There’s the award-winning Japanese restaurant Enmaru, Oscar serving up a taste of modern European cuisine, not your average grillery Altitude Grill, Yugen Shabu & Sukiyaki stocked with premium beef, and the “top of the world” Cloud Dining & Lounge (hellooo post-dinner tipples). We say try them all, you’ll thank us later!
Altitude at The Plaza, Jl M. H. Thamrin, Menteng, Central Jakarta, p. +62 21 2992 2448, e. [email protected].
2. Bunga Rampai
What better way to introduce out-of-towners to the wonderful taste of Indonesian cuisine than in a beautiful colonial house. Set in the old historical neighbourhood of Menteng, we feel as though we’re going back in time at Bunga Rampai, where the service is impeccable and the food is simply delicious. Our top tip: while we think everything here is already delicious, we love to add a generous dollop of spicy sambal for extra kick.
Bunga Rampai, Jl Teuku Cik Ditiro No. 35, Menteng, Central Jakarta, p. +62 818 0808 2020.
3. Table8
Hotel Mulia is known for their delicious line-up of restaurants, but the award-winning Table8 is a definite must-visit while in town. The luxurious and ornately-decorated dining room is a treat in itself, but it’s the Szechuan and Cantonese fusion dishes that really take centre stage. Don’t miss the piping hot dim sums, and the immune-boosting soups that’s as warm as a hug…
Table 8 at Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta, Jl Asia Afrika, Senayan, South Jakarta, p. +62 21 574 7777, e. [email protected].
4. Javanegra Gourmet Atelier
Walk into Javanegra and you’ll feel as if you’ve been personally invited to an intimate dinner party hosted by Andrea Peresthu, chef and co-owner of the atelier. The cosy dining room is set right next to the open kitchen, where Chef Andrea whips up a delectable feast of Spanish-Mediterranean cuisine. In between courses, expect Chef Andrea to stop by the tables for a chat about his adventures in Europe that inspire the menu’s gastronomic theme – a welcome and warm addition to the entire dining experience.
Javanegra Gourmet Atelier, Jl Kramat Pela Raya No. 212, Kabayoran Baru, South Jakarta, p. +62 813 1861 3638.
5. Namaaz Dining
Those who say you shouldn’t play with your food haven’t set foot in Namaaz Dining. Chef Andrian Ishak created Jakarta’s first molecular gastronomy fun-dining restaurant serving progressive creations, aiming to tease and delight patrons with unexpected sensations. Diners aren’t even given a menu for their degustation meal, to avoid spoiling any culinary surprises. Expect wonderful creations, and trust that what you see on your plate might not be what you taste on your palette!
Namaaz Dining, Jl Gunawarman No. 42, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, e. [email protected].
Have you been to all the best restaurants in Jakarta? Head over to the best speakeasies and hidden bars to end your day of culinary delight with a nightcap!