The Best Restaurants in Indonesia

As a major metropolis, many people forget that Jakarta is still a seaside city with access to the freshest seafood. Bandar Djakarta serves some of the best seafood dishes in a modern setting. Diners can choose fresh fish, crabs, clams, and prawns, directly from the aquarium. Even with the endless food and restaurant options in Jakarta this restaurant remains in high demand, serving hundreds daily and even more on special occasions.

This restaurant in Bali is known and loved for its innovative menu and fancy dishes made with premium ingredients, presented in an almost theatrical way. Locavore operates according to eco-friendly concepts, sourcing premium-quality ingredients (and even utensils) locally. Visitors can learn about their meal’s ingredients: where they came from and even their story. The cozy, intimate restaurant is located in Bali’s cultural hub, Ubud.

The ever-growing culinary scene in Bandung has given rise to new concept-driven restaurants that bring dining to a whole new level. Pinisi Resto is located on a massive wooden ship, docked by a lake surrounded with lush greenery. The ambiance is tranquil but playful and is a perfect getaway for the whole family. The tasty Western and Indonesian food is good, too.

Lara Djonggrang is a figure from Indonesian folklore, a princess in an ancient kingdom. Her tale inspired this restaurant’s concept: guests are served like royals, from when they enter the glorious building until their very last bite of premium traditional food. Diners experience what it is like to be a royal in the ancient kingdom of Java while enjoying some of the most authentic, high-quality traditional food in the country.

Chef Chris Salans has helped make this restaurant what it is — a trendy destination known for its innovative menu. Combining French cooking techniques and Balinese traditional recipes and ingredients, guests can expect to have an unforgettable meal unlike anything they could enjoy elsewhere. A perfect ambiance has been created with a lush tropical garden, pool, and indoor and outdoor seating with unrestricted views of Ubud’s dense palm trees.

Bunga Rampai is well-known for many reasons, one being the graceful Dutch colonial architecture. The food is just as extraordinary. Bunga Rampai serves authentic Indonesian food inspired by cultures throughout the island nation.

This is one of the most popular restaurants in Bali, and Merah Putih lives up to its hype. It has become one of the first choices of local and international tourists for tasting Indonesia’s best recipes, traditional or modern. The restaurant’s interior is also exquisite, with a translucent roof and glass walls, allowing diners to comfortably enjoy Bali’s natural sunlight.

This homey restaurant is loved by locals and tourists alike for its mouthwatering meals inspired by French and Mediterranean cuisine. Other than the tasty, authentic food and cozy ambiance, Mediterranea Restaurant also owes its reputation to its chef and owner, Chef Kamil. His French origin and extensive experience in the culinary sphere helps put excellent meals on the table.

Seribu Rasa translates to “a thousand flavors” and this restaurant delivers just that. With a wide selection of traditional meals from Indonesia and Southeast Asia, Seribu Rasa enhances the taste of every meal with just the right herbs and spices. The authentic recipes transport diners to different cultures and eras of the region. The classy interior is also perfect for special occasions.

Located on the outskirts of Yogyakarta, this vast restaurant complex is graced with views of the surrounding countryside, featuring Mount Merapi and Prambanan Temple from afar. Abhayagiri offers a romantic dining experience with traditional music and graceful architecture, matched by the Western, Asian, and traditional Indonesian food.