Gastronomic Experiences in Jakarta

Jakarta is a diverse, multicultural cosmopolitan city on the north-west coast of Java – Indonesia’s most populous island.

The charm of this bustling and seemingly chaotic city lies in how colonial styles and influences have been assimilated into the local Jakartan styles and lifestyles. This melding of cultures and traditions makes the metropole a place of contrast and paradox.

The culinary delights in Jakarta are a perfect example of how local and foreign foods and cooking styles have fused over time to create a gastronomic experience that is unique and memorable.

Booking a gastronomic experience in Jakarta is a great way to experience Indonesian fusion cuisine for yourself.

Food Tours

You will have plenty of different options when considering what kind of food tour in Jakarta you wish to to join. Most tours take place on a small group basis to ensure a pleasant experience.

Some of the most popular food tours are focused on the city’s lively street food locations. Mangga Besar, Jalan Sabang and Melawai are just two examples of authentic street food destinations on a food tour. You will get to sample flavors of the Indonesian islands and other tastes from the East and beyond.

On a walking food tour in the Cikini neighborhood, take a stroll through the historic district, visiting bars, restaurants and street-food vendors for a taste of their delicious fare. Traditional drinks and Javanese specialties will be on the menu.

Kota Tua is a Dutch-colonial era district previously known as Batavia. Small-group food tours in Kota Tua take a journey through Jakarta’s culinary and cultural heritage.

Food such as Indonesian curries, Bavarian-style lunches and the legendary Jakartan coffee are among the treats you can expect.

Dinners

To experience a different side of the city, a Batavian dinner experience will take you back in time to Jakarta’s old town, where you will be able to see the influence of the Dutch in the design and architecture of this Indonesian City.

A half-day dinner tour includes a drive through Chinatown and a stroll through a traditional market. Colonial landmarks like the Red Shop and Draw Bridge and Stat Huis, the former city hall are the most prominent examples of this time.

The tour also includes a stop at the 500-year-old Sunda Kelapa harbor. This port was a vital link to the outside world in the 15^th century, and today traditional wooden phinisi schooners and modern vessels still occupy this bustling space.

Dinner on the tour is at Café Batavia, a 200-year old building that faces the Taman Fatahillah square.