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Manzo, From Steakhouse to Yoshoku Dining
In its new Wijaya home, Manzo reintroduces itself with a yoshoku-inspired menu, marrying classic Italian flavours with Japanese te...
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At Instinct Roastery, Being Pr...
At Handi, a Dance of North and...
A Sweet Excuse for KNOTS
The Rhythm of the Ocean at Tid...
At Gin Gin Bakery Shop, Someth...

40 Years On, Pondok Safari Still Serves Cantonese Makassar Staples
Since 1984, Pondok Safari in Grogol, West Jakarta, has been serving Cantonese-style Makassar dishes even before many in the city a...
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At Es Campur Ko Acia, Half a C...
Closing the Day With Bang Anen...
RM Pondok Salero, the Neighbou...
Bakso Kaldu Pusaka Cooks Up a ...
Bakmi Ayam Doraemon Gets Peopl...
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In the Orbit of Margot Bar
Margot Bar opens its spaceship lounge-esque bar in Panglima Polim, attracting a diverse crowd with easy drinking, weekly DJ sets ...
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A Window Into En Par
Sorbet and Cocktails, a Trick ...
At SHŌ Bar, a Toast to East As...
At Cosmo Pony, Drinks for the ...
Twirl, Sway and Step Into the ...

Rooted in Collaboration, IAM Debuts with ‘Obscuring Overtures’
In an exciting launch, IAM links up with ten beloved local designers to create an exclusive collection ‘Obscuring Overtures’, sett...
Fashion
Sapto Djojokartiko Steps Into ...
PIMFW: Biasa x Studio Sejauh, ...
PIFW Concludes with a Homecomi...
PIFW: Brands Sticking to a Pal...
No-Frills Elegance Reigns at S...

‘KONGSI’ Chronicles Chinese Acculturation in Indonesia
Running since 11 February 2025, ‘KONGSI’ at Museum Nasional Indonesia explores the enduring history of Chinese influence in the ar...
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From Cold Plunge to Tea Bath: ...
Iftar in the City: A Pause, a ...
For ADV51, the City is a Livin...
“Angan-Angan Harsa”, A Photogr...
A Celebration of ‘Wisdom in th...
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Find the best local cafes, bars, restaurants, shops and more in Jakarta with our Directory.







Smashing Local Flavours
Nothing like the good old Indonesian food to comfort both the stomach and palate. You can always trust these restaurants for that familiar taste of Motherland.

After-Work Drinks
Why stress about going through the mad evening traffic if you can unwind and have a good laugh over a few bottles of beer? Relax, you’ve earned it.

Legendary Street Food
These famous street foods have made a name for themselves with just one dish under their belt. One question left: are you ready to queue?

Weekend Coffee Fix
Weekend is about taking some downtime to sit down with a good read accompanied with superb coffee. Take this chance to drop by those coffee shops you’ve been yearning to visit.

New-Wave Healthy Food
More and more eateries are reimagining healthy food into satisfying dishes that are both nourishing and fulfilling; they definitely are beyond just a bowl of wilted salad.

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