The thing about popular Padang restaurant chains is that they exist because there’s a huge demand for them. That is true of Pagi Sore, one of the most Read more...
Indonesia has many versions of sate (grilled meat on wooden skewers), but Padang’s take on the popular dish is unique because of its use of a thick, spicy gravy instead Read more...
But if you’re already ready to handle the level of spice enjoyed by big boys and girls, there is probably no restaurant chain more liberal in their use Read more...
The title of “best Padang restaurant” in Jakarta is probably tossed around a bit too lightly these days, but in the case of Sepakat, few who have eaten Read more...
The exterior doesn’t really give you a good indication of how big Leon really is once you descend down to the bar and garden area. On top of Read more...
This wine bar in Lotte Shopping Avenue has one of the widest selections of wines by the glass in all of Jakarta thanks to their multiple enomatic preservation Read more...
Although the emphasis is obviously on the vino, both the Plaza Indonesia and Pacific Place outlets of this wine bar also do great cocktails as well as food to Read more...
Jakarta has quite a few “speakeasy” style bars but Prohibition is probably the best. Attached to a steakhouse restaurant, the bar section is accessible through a secret door Read more...
Short for “Bar at The Roof Top”, this open air venue is located atop the 7-story Artotel in Thamrin. The views may not be quite as impressive as Read more...
Some feel that Melly’s lost a bit of its charm when it moved locations several years back, but this cheap and cheerful outdoor drinking dive bar still attracts Read more...