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Indonesian cuisine is a reflection of the different cultures that co-exist peacefully in this country. Typically, if you want to eat Asian food in Asia, then it’s perfectly possible that you can manage to do so without burning a hole in your pocket. Nevertheless, it’s always a good idea to know which the great places to eat in Indonesia are.
Before we get into that, it’s also important to know what to eat in Indonesia. Some of the famed dishes here include satay, beef rendang, a number of different curries with rice and tempeh, which is a cake like dish made from soybeans. Here’s a city-wise look at the different places to eat in Indonesia.
The capital of Indonesia has all sorts of dining options, from the best of fine dining to local street food spread across a number of cuisines. Jakarta’s Chinatown is a must visit for those who want to eat Chinese food. If you’re looking for delicious Indonesian food, then do check out Jalan Jaksa. Other cuisines such as Thai, Mexican, Korean and Indian are also featured here. If you’re not sure of what to try or where, the malls are a good bet with their numerous food courts.
There are a good number of dining options in Yogyakarta featuring a number of cuisines and flavours. The best bet for simple, tasty and inexpensive food would be the numerous food stalls that can be found at places such as Malioboro street, Tugu station or near the Kranggan marketplace. Some of these stalls also sell iced desserts and fruit drinks which are great to try out on hot and sweltering days.
Don’t be fooled by Batam Island’s size. It may be small, but it has a big appetite! There are all sorts of food options here – fine dining, fast food, vegetarian and seafood. Restaurants are often found in Nagoya which is the main town here. Seafood is a specialty here, especially the gong gong sea snails. The outdoor food courts are highly recommended for flavourful and inexpensive fare.
Truly a gastronomical delight, Bintan Island offers a vast number of options for those who love food. The resorts serve a good selection of international cuisine while other restaurants can be found in Tanjung Pinang. If you’re adventurous enough, do try some of the local favourites such as keropok (prawn crackers) or soto (noodles in broth) or gado gado (Indonesian vegetable salad).
Indonesian food is unique and tasty but there are plenty of options if you want to stick to tried and tested international favourites. SOTC has some great deals and offers on Indonesia tour packages which you should definitely check out before you embark on your Indonesia culinary tour.
