Local Guide

Spend One Day in Kemang: What & Where to Eat?

Hello FlokqJune 18, 2020

When we hear about Kemang, what comes in our mind is the density, entertainment venues on both of the streets, and its communal activities. Kemang is definitely an all in one area for everyone. If you ask, “where can I find fine dining restaurants?” or “I want to try street foods, where are the best recommendations?”, well, most likely the answer is Kemang. Kemang is indeed a favorite for delicious culinary spots in Jakarta. Not just a matter of taste, but the uniqueness of the place is also considered by culinary hunters who are dominated by youngsters. 

Kemang must be included in your list of culinary hunting destination because this area is a paradise for fine dining with various types of forms such as street foods, cafes, restaurants, and lounges. For those of you who want to have breakfast, lunch, or dinner with your family, partner, and friends, there are certainly many exciting and cozy places that are very recommended here. Okay, straight to the point, here’s a food guide for you who plan to start and end your day at Kemang.

For Breakfast, Brunch, & Lunch

1. Breakfast at Cayenne

Next to Cayenne Home Decor shop, Breakfast at Cayenne is not too spacious but it still comfortable. They have a very homey indoor and outdoor area. The front porch floor is decorated with key tiles so the atmosphere feels very vintage. What’s also impressive here is the existence of an open kitchen right when you enter the indoor section. This makes the impression as if you come to your friend’s house and then treated with delicious food. Overall, we could say that their dishes are very tasty and appetizing. The portions served are also filling enough. With their all-day-breakfast menus, you can enjoy the taste of delicious breakfast every day.

Address: Jl. Kemang Selatan VIII No.C2, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 7177 – 0105

Social Media: @breakfastatcayenne on Instagram

Price Range:

Rp. 75.000,00 – Rp. 200.000,00 per person

Opening Hours:

08.00 – 16.00 (Monday, Sunday)

07.00 – 18.00 (Tuesday – Saturday)

2. Poach’d Brunch & Coffee House

This “Instagram-able” brunch place in Kemang makes it become the target of many foodies. The drinks and food are even very “insta-genic”. You have to try the unique Rainbow Sprinkled Latte. At the edge of the glass, the lattice was sprinkled with yummy chocolate sprinkles. This is suitable to be your friend to eat Pulled Pork Sandwich made by this unique restaurant. The sweetness and salty are very balanced, especially when they added the homemade  BBQ sauce, grilled pineapple, tomato, jalapeno pepper, and cheese.

Address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.11, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 7190 – 706

Social Media: @poachd_kemang on Instagram

Price Range:

Rp. 200.000,00 – Rp. 500.000,00 per person

Opening Hours:

07.00 – 19.00 (Monday – Sunday

3. Mamma Rosy

If you want to have some delicacy Italian-style cuisine for your lunch, you try Mamma Rosy. Garden decoration with some green plants decorate in this restaurant’s courtyard makes the ambiance really freshen up your lunchtime. If you are in the mood for pizza, you can order Tartufina with mozzag, truffle, speck, cherry tomato, gorgonzola cheese, parmiggiano reggiano, and extra virgin olive oil.

Address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.58, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 7179 – 1592

Social Media: @mammarosy_jkt on Instagram

Price Range: 

Rp. 100.000,00 – Rp. 200.000,00 per person

Opening Hours:

10.00 – 23.00 (Monday – Thursday, Sunday)

10.00 – 00.00 (Friday – Saturday)

For Coffee, Bakery, & Dessert

1. 7 Speed Coffee

7 Speed Coffee located in a quiet hidden area. Once you find the place, it will feel like finding a hidden gem. The parking lot is quite spacious and the interior of this coffee shop is very interesting. White Fuel is the most sought after beverage of people who come here. While enjoying this iced coffee milk, you can order the Tampa Cheese Burger that tastes melted in your mouth.

Address: Jl. Kemang Utara No.33, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 2271 – 7775

Social Media: @7speedcoffee on Instagram

Price Range: Rp. 50.000,00 – Rp. 100.000,00 per person

Opening Hours: 07.00 – 22.00 (Monday – Sunday)

2. Sophie Authentique French Bakery

Sophie Authentique, managed by Sophie Boyer, a French ex-pat who has lived in Jakarta for a long time, serves a variety of menu choices ranging from various French-style pastries, tarts, baguettes, quiches, sandwiches, salads, and some ample a la carte foods that will fill up your stomach. While the drinks are also quite varied, from iced lemon tea, espresso, affogato, milkshakes, several choices of coffee to fresh juices.

Address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.55, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 2271 – 7066

Social Media: @sophieauthentique on Instagram

Price Range: Rp. 100.000,00 – Rp. 200.000,00 per person

Opening Hours: 08.00 – 17.00 (Monday – Sunday)

3. Moreau Chocolatier’s Cafe

Here it is the favorite dessert place for all chocolate lovers! There is a variety of menus with Belgian chocolate served by Moreau Chocolatier’s Cafe. And when you ordering each menu selected, you will be asked about what kind of chocolate you want. There are 3 choices of Belgian chocolate, it’s dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and also white chocolate. Yummy!

Address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.93, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 2271 – 5594

Social Media: @moreau.chocolate on Instagram

Price Range: Rp. 100.000,00 – Rp. 200.000,00 per person

Opening Hours: 12.00 – 21.00 (Monday – Sunday)

For Dinner, Snacks, & Drinks

1. The Edge Bistro

This elegant restaurant in Kemang is the perfect place to have your precious dinner time. You can enjoy your dinner while watching the view of Jakarta. Backed Fire Chicken is a spicy culinary recommendation that you must try here. The Edge serves both Indonesian and Western menu variants so you can have many choices. It can also be the right choice for you who want to have a romantic dinner.

Address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.1, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 7197 – 989

Social Media: www.kemangiconhotels.com

Price Range: Rp. 100.000,00 – Rp. 200.000,00 per person

Opening Hours: 07.00 – 23.00 (Monday – Sunday)

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2. Roti Bakar Kemang

Although it’s famous for the delicious toast since 2014, Roti Bakar Kemang also has a lot of complimentary dishes ranging from instant noodles to spaghetti. Abut the toast’s taste, it’s soft and slightly crisp. You can choose a variety of toppings and fillings that you want. This is the perfect place for you who want to have some late-night snacks.

Address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.69E, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 2271 – 6140

Social Media: @rotibakarkemang on Instagram

Price Range:  Rp. 30.000,00 – Rp. 50.000,00 per person

Opening Hours:  09.00 – 00.00 (Monday – Sunday)

3. Ecology Bistro & Lounge

Occupying a minimalist space covered in plants, this is a very cool spot for hangout with your friends at night and have a little chit chat or even throw a drinking party. They have some choices of dishes too, include salads, chicken quesadillas, spicy Korean chicken wings, pasta, and rice mains. The wooden tables surround a large stage area where regular live bands play jazz and other music.

Address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.6, Jakarta Selatan

Phone Number: +6221 – 7191 – 032

Social Media: @ecologyjkt on Instagram

Price Range: Rp. 100.000,00 – Rp. 200.000,00 per person

Opening Hours:

11.00 – 00.00 (Monday – Friday)

11.00 – 02.00 (Saturday – Sunday)

So, there you have a one-day food guide in Kemang. We know that there are a lot more restaurants in Kemang, but we hope that this helps you in deciding what you want to eat if you are in Kemang!