Here are our recommendations for five relatively new restaurants, eateries, cafes, and bars in Jakarta for this month.
Looking for new places to indulge your Epicurean delights? Well, Indonesia Expat got you covered. There have been numerous new restaurants, eateries, cafes, and bars that have recently joined the already diverse and iconic Jakarta culinary scene. Still, the five below are some of the new taverns that we recommend are worth trying. Each of them possesses a distinctive style and is worthy of consideration, whether for a solo foodie experience or a celebratory feast with friends, family, and loved ones.
A.RA.SA Restaurant & Bar
Located within Ascott Menteng Jakarta, the restaurant features sleek, modern interiors complemented by touches that pay homage to Jakarta’s heritage, reimagined with contemporary elegance. A.RA.SA presents an elevated gastronomic journey that seamlessly blends tradition with international flair, delivering a dining experience that is both contemporary and culturally rooted. The name itself is derived from the Indonesian word “rasa“, meaning “taste”; celebrating the richness of flavour, culture, and connection. Must-try highlight: Bebek Madura — rich flavours, beautifully plated
- Address: Jl. Kebon Sirih No.45-47, Kebon Sirih, Menteng, Central Jakarta
- Phone: +62 811-959-088
- Instagram: @ascottmentengjakarta
Costa Jakarta
If you’re in the mood for fresh seafood, one option you can try is Costa, a new Spanish-style restaurant serving seafood dishes. A part of the BIKO Group, the creators of Silk Bistro, Fujin Izakaya, and Acta Brasserie, Costa’s menu is the creation of Chef Ryan Theja, who previously served as executive chef at Bartolo, Uluwatu, and Lulu Bistrot. Besides its enticing flavours, this restaurant also offers a warm, homey atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to enjoy delicious food while chatting with friends and colleagues. Must-try highlight: Sea bream, parsnip & Aleppo pepper.
- Address: Jl. Gunawarman No.63, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta
- Phone: +62 811-1926-3336
- Instagram: @costajkt
The Cutler Prime Rib
From the heart of New York steakhouse tradition, The Cutler’s Prime Ribs are slow-roasted to perfection — rich, tender, and made to be shared in Jakarta. As a steakhouse restaurant specialising in high-quality prime rib and various steak cuts, The Cutler Prime Rib offers a premium dining experience. Not only the food served, The Cutler’s luxurious and elegant atmosphere makes the dining experience even more enjoyable. This restaurant, ultimately, promises an experience for the diners to savour every tender, flavorful bite of its perfectly roasted prime rib — a dish worth slowing down for.
- Address: Pacific Place Mall, Jl. Jendral Sudirman Kav 52-53.79 GF Unit G-22 Senayan, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta
- Phone: +62 813‑2882‑3333
- Instagram: @thecutlerjkt
NUMI Bistrolounge
NUMI Bistrolounge is a French-style restaurant serving a variety of French specialities. With authentic flavours and an elegant atmosphere, NUMI invites food lovers to experience French bistro-style dining without leaving Jakarta. Not only does NUMI Bistrolounge excel in culinary, it also offers a calm and comfortable atmosphere — making it an ideal place to gather with friends, colleagues, or work-from-anywhere, in a warm and tasteful atmosphere. Must-try highlight: Sea bream, parsnip & Aleppo pepper. Must-try highlights: Côte de bœuf sauce béarnaise, pommes dauphines et sa garniture (grilled ribeye, bearnaise sauce, puffed potatoes) and steak au poivre (filet mignon with pepper sauce).
- Address: Jl. BDN Raya No.10, Cipete, South Jakarta
- Phone: +62 821‑1371‑0209
- Instagram: @numijkt
Ki Izakaya
Opened in October 2025, Ki Izakaya features an izakaya concept, perfect for hanging out and enjoying a meal. This restaurant serves authentic Japanese dishes that are sure to amaze. As for the menu, Ki Izakaya offers a variety of mouth-watering Japanese snacks. There’s a variety of yakitori, tempura, sushi, and even main courses like ramen and donburi. This small, compact space allows diners to dine quietly alone or occasionally interact with other diners. Although the chefs are Indonesian, they are experienced in serving authentic Japanese cuisine. Must-try highlights: Hambagu Slider (the restaurant’s house-made beef patty, served on a mini slider bun with coleslaw) and Karubi (beef short ribs grilled with the restaurant’s special tare butter sauce, served with the diner’s sides of choice: kimuchi, gohan, or potato salad)
- Address: Jl. Panglima Polim V No.60, RT.1/RW.7, Melawai, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta
- Phone: +62 811‑8126‑6060
- Instagram: @ki.izakaya.jkt