Banda Aceh
For a taste of Acehenese cuisine head to the city's most famous warung, where local workers and bigwigs (Joko Widowi included) come at lunchtime to feast…
Must-see restaurants in Indonesia
West Java
Specialising in soto mie (a rich noodle soup), this simple place does such a roaring trade that you might have to queue for a table. Word is that the soto…
Malang
Occupying a large corner plot, this upmarket place has a garden terrace, strung with oh-so-many Christmas lights. Its enormous menu offers flavoursome…
Gili Trawangan
There comes that moment when another nasi goreng will just make you turn nasty. Don't delay, hop right on over to this expanded cafe that's not much…
Jakarta
Small Indonesian chain inspired by New York; the decor is French brasserie meets art deco. There's a bakery selling fresh loaves and sourdough, plus a…
West Papua
It's worth the drive for an al fresco feast at this beloved hotel restaurant, where seafood, Chinese and Indonesia dishes feature prominently. The fish…
Senggigi
The name means 'biological mother' and that's just who's doing the work at this barely there, open-air roadside cafe. No-compromises Indonesian cooking is…
Sulawesi
An array of bamboo pondok (shaded platforms often found in rice paddies) arranged around aquaculture ponds give this place a relaxed feel. The food is…
South Lombok
That a Scottish-owned, vaguely Greek seafood restaurant is one of Kuta's best speaks volumes for where the dining scene is at. At this small, arched…
Borobudur
This tranquil cafe and art gallery, with outdoor decking overlooking rice paddies, is a great spot for Javanese coffee and a cold beer. Or roll up at…
Kerobokan
A no-frills Javanese halal classic. Choose your rice (we prefer the fragrant yellow), then pick from a delectable array that includes tempeh in sweet…
Bukit Lawang
Lawang Inn is located in the heart of the Bukit Lawang village, with a menu that comprises large portions of curries and sambal dishes, including good…
Flores
As the sun sets this small street fills with the scent of cooking over coals and half a dozen vendors sell ayam goreng (fried chicken), ikan pepes (fish…
Kalimantan
Pull up some floor space near the fountain and sink your teeth into some ketupat (sticky rice cooked in woven banana-leaf packets). Locals recommend the…
East Bali
Modestly hip, this on-trend cafe at the western entrance to Amed village is a popular pit stop for granola, smashed avocado and egg Benedict breakfasts,…
West Sumatra
This shack restaurant is a good spot to sample the delicious regional speciality itiak lado mudo (duck in green chilli). It's got some kick, but heat…
Kerobokan
Inspired by the overhyped Ubud original, this Nuri's works to promote the concept and has a much larger outdoor component. Remarkably, it has become a…
Papua
Follow the reggae music into this funky warung bedecked in jungle wall murals on Sentani's main drag. You'll be wowed by the spicy, tender BBQ chicken and…
Kuta & Legian
Made’s was the original tourist warung in Kuta and its Westernised Indonesian menu has been much copied. Classic dishes such as nasi campur (rice with a…
Rumah Makan Pindang Musi Rawas
Sumatra
A short ride northwest of the centre, this nondescript-looking restaurant is locally famous for its pindang patin, a spicy, sour, clear soup with patin…
Canggu
Set just far enough back from the road to avoid the fumes, this cafe reflects the retro-chic design sensibilities of its parent housewares emporium. Relax…
Sumba
The last warung before the pier on the east side. Pick your fish caught fresh that day from a cool box, then enjoy it with rice, local veg and three types…
Senggigi
Spice has airy quarters in the back of the euphemistically named Art Market. Tables on the sand are perfect for sunset drinks chosen from the long list…
East Bali
The Amed branch of a multinational chain, this pavilion restaurant at Ibus Beach is perched on a cliffside and offers its diners wonderful sea views to…
West Sumatra
Despite being only a five-minute walk from the original, De Kock has opened its second cafe – point of difference being this one opens in the morning for…
Kuta & Legian
This long-running Javanese favourite is known for its array of authentic Indonesian dishes, including beef rendang (curry), perkedel (fritters), prawn…
Medan
Plush Traders is very much an old fashioned, smoky, high-society kind of place. It’s the perfect spot to blow your dining budget on lobster dishes or…
Denpasar
The foods of the Sundanese people of west Java are the speciality here. Highly spiced vegetables, meat and seafood draw flavours from an array of herbs…
Seminyak
This vast and always popular restaurant thrives in a part of Seminyak that's as thick as a good risotto with eateries. Choose a table overlooking the…
Danau Toba
An old-school traveller hang-out, Poppy's has fantastic lake views that make it the perfect place to enjoy a cold beer. It has a classic Toba menu of…
East Java
A classic Indonesian fish house where the tablecloths are sealed in plastic to easily wipe down the Makassar-style shrapnel after a serious feast. Famous…
Kuta & Legian
The Balcony has a breezy tropical design and sits above the din of Jl Benesari below. Get ready for the day with something from the long breakfast menu…
Ubud
Globally influenced vegetarian dining and gorgeous views across the Sungai Cerik valley are on offer here. Dishes are well seasoned, interesting and…
Yogyakarta
A popular drinking spot in an old colonial building, Oxen also has a menu of pub food enjoyed in its beer garden with live music or in the front bar. It…
Ubud
A New Age ambience reigns at this cute cafe in Penestanan, just up the stairs and along a greenery-edged path above Jl Raya Campuan. Organic mains include…
Kalimantan
Solid furnishings and a welcoming but staid atmosphere greet diners at this popular local restaurant that's a cut above your average warung. Apart from…
West Timor
Aside from the namesake dish at this high-ceilinged, large and popular restaurant, the full range of Indo favourites is on offer, both cooked to order and…
Solo
This huge canteen-like restaurant, with swirling colonial-style fans and photos of ye olde Surakarta, doesn't look much from the outside, but it attracts…
West Papua
Renowned far and wide for its nasi ayam panggang lalapan (grilled chicken with green vegetables and rice), this two-storey place is an excellent choice…
Medan
On a little street packed with night-time food stalls, this bustling canteen is locally (and justifiably) famous for its mie tiong sim (soft, handmade…
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