KOMPAS.com – Glodok is known as one of the oldest Chinatown areas in Jakarta which is rich in tradition and unique culinary delights.
When Chinese New Year arrives, Glodok becomes a favorite destination to experience the celebratory atmosphere and taste a variety of delicious foods.
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From traditional snacks to modern food, Glodok offers a special culinary experience.
In this article, Kompas.com summarizes 15 places to eat in Glodok that are suitable for celebrating Chinese New Year with family or friends.
1. Nasi Gudeg Jogja Ibu Ijah
Nasi Gudeg Jogja Ibu Ijah is located on Jalan Pancoran Petak Sembilan, Glodok, West Jakarta, and is open from noon to evening.
This legendary stall, which was founded in 1965, serves gudeg rice complete with accompaniments such as kerecek, bacem eggs, bacem tofu, serundeng, and corn bakwan.
Prices for a portion start from IDR 20,000, suitable for those who want to enjoy the taste of authentic gudeg in the Glodok area.
2. Pempek Eirin 10 Ulu
Pempek Eirin 10 Ulu is located on Jalan Pancoran, Petak Sembilan, Glodok, Central Jakarta, with one of its branches in Petak Enam.
This shop is open from morning to evening and offers pempek made from 100 percent mackerel fish, such as lenjer, adaan, big egg, and tekwan.
Prices for pempek start from IDR 7,000, served with fresh and delicious special vinegar.
3. Soto Betawi Haji Mamat
Soto Betawi Haji Mamat is in the Petak Enam Glodok area, West Jakarta, and is open every day at 10.00–20.00 WIB.
This stall serves typical Betawi soto with a choice of coconut milk, clear or mixed sauce.
Menus such as chicken soto, beef soto and mixed soto are offered with prices starting from IDR 40,000 per portion.
4. Lumpia Semarang-JKT
Lumpia Semarang-JKT is located in Petak Enam Glodok, West Jakarta, and is open every day at 09.00–18.00 WIB.
This place provides halal spring rolls with a choice of wet or fried, filled with vegetables and meat.