Indonesia Tatler Best Restaurants
Le Gran Café
WHY GO
Located in a bustling area of South Jakarta is the Hotel Gran Mahakam, a lovely, intimate boutique hotel that’s not too overcrowded or mainstream. The ambience is subdued and elegant, and the staff are very attentive and polite.
tatler TIPS
Reservations advisable because the restaurant is quite busy. You’re free to choose from the delectable buffet spread, or, if you want, order à la carte from their menu. You should try their Indonesian signature dishes—the quality and taste of the food is superb. We love the DIY nasi liwet, although once at the stand, the wait staff are happy to serve it and bring it to your table.
• The excellent nasi liwet: its simplicity and taste are to
perfection, served on banana leaf in a basket
• The es lotus Mahakam is a good palate-cleanser when you’re finished with your dinner: mixed fruit in a sweet drink served in a huge chunk of ice
• Try the nasi daun jeruk for a mixed array of flavours that
has garnered awards for its excellent taste!