11 Restaurants to Enjoy Balinese Food in Jakarta

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Not like Padang or Sundanese restaurant, a restaurant that serves exclusively Balinese cuisine isn’t the most common in in Jakarta. Probably that’s the reason why so many people here are usually long for Balinese cuisine, especially right after visiting the island. Well, though it’s not that much, we can still find some Balinese restaurants in this city that serve Bali’s authentic cuisine and ambiance.

1. Putu Made

Named as one of the best Balinese restaurants in Jakarta, Putu Made serves authentic Balinese cuisine with a bit of modern twist. Presented by Chef Mandif Warokka, the dishes surely give a blissful dining experience. Never miss out some of its signatures, such as Ekor Tenggiri (mackerel tail topped with torch ginger and some aromatic leaves) and Bebek Betutu (slow roasted whole duck stuffed with cassava leaves and marinated with traditional betutu seasoning). Instead of carrying traditional interior, the restaurant decorated with modern-contemporary furniture and ornaments to give more urban-like vibe.

Putu Made

2. Kaum Jakarta

The name itself means “clan” in Indonesian language that represents a deep and unique traditions. Something that is brought onto the table of Kaum restaurant through its Balinese dishes. All the dishes are served with original heritage recipe and ancient cooking techniques with some forgotten ingredients. Pleasures your tongue with its unique yet fresh authentic delicacy. Try Lawar Bebek, a ground duck meat salad with red chili dressing and served with duck skin crackling. You should also take Babi Genyol, a fried braised pork cheek in Balinese spices served with a spicy fried shallot and red chili relish. Yumm!

Kaum Jakarta
Jl. Doktor Kusuma Atmaja No.77-79, Menteng, Jakarta Pusat 10310
www.kaum.com

3. Le Seminyak

If you’re longing for Bali’s distinctive atmosphere including its sophisticated cuisine, go to Le Seminyak. The restaurant serves some of the best authentic Balinese dishes made with original Bali spices and ingredients. Le Seminyak restaurant best known for its signature Nasi Campur Ayam (a scoop of rices served with various proteins and vegetables) and Barramundi Bakar (grilled Asian sea bass fish marinated with sweet, spicy, and savory spices). Eat at the terrace with Balinese inspired wooden table and chair for a more authentic experience.

Le Seminyak

4. Smarapura

Smarapura took the name from Balinese language that means a beautiful and delightful place. It is indeed a beautiful semi outdoor dining place decorated with traditional paintings and Balinese artsy trinkets. The building itself is also inspired by Bali’s traditional temple and houses. The restaurant offers some authentic dishes, such as Bebek Garing (fried duck), Sate Lilit (Balinese style satay made by minced meat and grated coconut, wounded around lemongrass stick), and Rujak Gobet (Balinese style fruit salad with sweet, sour, and spicy dressing).

Smarapura
Jl. Tebet Timur Dalam II No.43, Tebet, Jakarta Selatan 12820
P. +62 21 8370 2402

5. Ajengan Bali

It’s a homey and humble Balinese restaurant that serves authentic Balinese cuisine. The dishes are made with grandma’s inherited recipe that are so rich of flavor and taste so much like Bali’s heritage culinary. Serves some of Balinese well-known dishes, such as Nasi Campur, Sate Lilit and Ayam Betutu. But you should also try its Jimbaran style seafood and a scrumptious Nasi Ayam Pelalah (shredded chicken marinated with spicy sauce, served with white rice).

Ajengan Bali
Jl. Cipete Raya No. 50C, Cipete Selatan, Jakarta Selatan 12160
+62 21 769 0266

6. Bebek Bengil Jakarta

Bebek Bengil (Dirty Duck Diner) is a well-known authentic restaurant in Bali since 1990 that serves the best and original recipe of crispy duck. Being a favorite among Balinese people and tourists, the restaurant then opened some branches outside Bali. One of them is Jakarta where several Bebek Bening (Dirty Duck Diner) restaurants are located. The Jakarta’s branches also serve the signature crispy duck, nasi campur bebek, and wide selections of unique beverages. They are Brumbun Duck, Hanoman Street, Bali Street, and more. Each drink has its own philosophy and 100% fresh guaranteed.

Bebek Bengil

7. Rempah Bali

It’s a casual dining restaurant serves Balinese cuisine with buffet concept. Here you can experience the unlimited taste of Bali’s famous dishes with relatively affordable price. The restaurant has a wide selections of dishes, such as ayam betutu, sate lilit, and several vegetable side dishes. You can accompany the dishes from the buffet with its a la carte menu, such as grilled chicken, oxtail soup, and fried carp.

Rempah Bali
Sudirman citywalk, Jl. K.H. Mas Mansyur No.24, Karet Tengsin, Tanah Abang 10250
 +62 21 2970 4064

8. Nasi Pedes Dewata 

Nasi Pedes is one of those humble yet comforting local food that we crave for in Bali. In Bali, there’s Nasi Pedes Ibu Andika that’s very popular among the locals, but in Jakarta we think Nasi Pedes Dewata is one of the closest you can find.

They serve more than 30 authentic Balinese dishes and fresh drink every day including it’s famous Crispy Fried Duck.

Hours: 11am to 9pm Mon – Thu, 11am – 10pm Fri – Sun

Nasi Pedas dan Bebek Crispy Dewata
Ruko Boulevard gading Serpong Blok AA3 No. 35
Telp: (021) 54201283 / 987881670180
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9. Ayam Betutu Gilimanuk

One of the most successful Balinese food franchise out of Bali, serving Ayam and Bebek Betutu (slow cooked chicken or duck in rich betutu seasoning). You can order a whole chicken or order it nasi campur style, starting from Rp. 20,000.

Phone: 081 7925 7777 / 081 1260 5999

Bintaro Utama, Blok DD 12-13, Bintaro 3A, Tangerang Selatan. Telp. (021) 7356857
Balai Pustaka Timur, No. 25, Rawamangun, Jakarta Timur. Telp. (021) 4718945
Wolter Mongisidi, No. 63A, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan. Telp. (021) 7233245

10. Nasi Pedes Gili-Gili

Another favorit Nasi Pedes, especially for pork lovers. Nasi Pedes Gili-Gili serves really good Bali style nasi campur with some selection of pork items like pork belly and crispy pork cracklings. Also try their delish babi sambal matah!

Rukan Cordoba Blok E-7, Pantai Indah Kapuk
Phone : +62821 2270 8271
IG: instagram.com/nasipedasgiligili

11. Babi Guling Ko Made 

One of the very few authentic Babi Guling rice in Jakarta! The crispy pork skin and their pork satay is a must try on top of their crazy good sambal.

Jl. Boulevard Raya WD2, Kelapa Gading, Jakarta
Phone: 021 4531958
Jl. Pluit Karang Indah Timur, Blok L 9 Timur No. 23, Muara Karang, Jakarta
Phone: 0878 78639089

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