The global Indonesian table: 20 must-visit Indonesian restaurants around the world

Rooted in the vibrant culinary traditions of the archipelago, Dija Mara brings a convivial spirit to everyday dining through its thoughtful, Indonesian-inspired menu. Embracing a family-style ethos where plates arrive as they are prepared, the kitchen turns comfort classics—from fragrant soto ayam to fiery ayam penyet—into shared moments of warmth and discovery. Honoured with a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand designation since 2021, this restaurant in California pairs its soulful cooking with a carefully curated natural wine list.

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For homesick Indonesians and curious epicures in New York City, Sumatera in Elmhurst offers an unpretentious taste of the archipelago. Celebrated for its generous, budget-friendly portions and home-cooked flavours, the cosy eatery serves comforting regional classics alongside genuine hospitality. Standout dishes include the rich, banana leaf-wrapped nasi Padang bungkus and springy bowls of mie komplit topped with tea eggs and crispy wontons, chewy-crisp pempek fishcakes, and a refreshing glass of sweet es cendol to finish.

Satu Lagi offers inventive Indonesian and Malaysian flavours, served from a menu that is 100 percent gluten-free. The kitchen balances rich heritage with modern finesse, taking guests from shared starters like jamur jamur (fried oyster mushrooms with curry leaves) and lemongrass beef satay to hearty classics—including smoky ayam bakar, tender gudeg nangka, and a coconut-served kari kelapa paired with fragrant coconut rice, nasi uduk.

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Tucked into St James’s Market near Piccadilly Circus, Toba brings an intimate, vibrant taste of Indonesia to the heart of London. Founded by Pino Edward Sinaga as a tribute to his late mother's recipes, this sharing-concept restaurant takes guests on a tour across the archipelago. Built around ethically sourced ingredients and authentic spices, guests can share tender, smoky sate ayam slathered in rich peanut sauce, slow-cooked beef rendang, and rare regional treasures like Minangkabau gulai kambing—a braised lamb shank curry packed with genuine island warmth.

At Saji, chefs Samuel Tobing and Jimmy Orlando bring modern flair and Indonesian flavours to an intimate dining setting. Anchored by a cosy open-kitchen bar, guests are invited to watch the culinary process unfold while enjoying exceptionally warm, personal hospitality. The kitchen focuses on thoughtfully plated dishes that remain fiercely true to their traditional roots, delivering vibrant, genuine island tastes in an unpretentious atmosphere meant to be savoured. Highlights include siomay udang, gohu ikan, and ikan bakar.

Established in 2019 along Schoolstraat in The Hague, Waroeng Padang Lapek has quietly built a reputation as Europe’s defining destination for authentic Sumatran cuisine. Specialising in nasi Padang, the welcoming eatery refuses to tone down its bold, complex spice profiles. Diners gather for generous, soul-warming plates featuring tender rendang, rich gulai tunjang (beef tendon curry), and crispy, spiced paru balado—best finished on a sweet note with a sweet serving of cendol durian.

Tucked away on Webgasse in Vienna’s sixth district, Kendang Restaurant brings the true, unvarnished flavours of Indonesian street food to the Austrian capital. Helmed by chef Taufik Hidayat, this welcoming eatery is celebrated for its warm Indonesian hospitality and fiery, house-made sambals that pack a genuine punch. Beyond its beloved core menu, Kendang offers an ever-evolving culinary journey across the archipelago through rotating seasonal specials, inviting diners to explore lesser-known regional traditions such as the vibrant cuisines of Maluku and Sulawesi.

Marking the global debut of authentic Padang cuisine, Diva Minang builds upon the celebrated 30-year legacy of Indonesia’s iconic Sederhana (SA) restaurant group. Reimagining rich West Sumatran culinary heritage for an international audience, the concept offers a sleek, modern casual dining experience without losing its soulful roots. Designed to elevate regional Minang flavours onto the global stage, the kitchen serves thoughtfully updated classics alongside beloved staples—from aromatic ayam gulai to hearty nasi goreng rendang.

Tucked away in the French capital, Makan Makan is a bijou Parisian bistro that brings the comforting warmth of Indonesian street food. Owned by a collective of passionate Indonesians, this welcoming neighborhood sanctuary offers both lunch and dinner services centered around generous island classics. Diners can sample an array of beloved favourites—from comforting bakso to smoky sate, fragrant soto tangkar, and golden, spice-infused nasi kuning.

Set along the scenic banks of the River Amstel, Ron Gastrobar Indonesia Ouderkerk combines chef Ron Blaauw’s flair for hospitality with chef Agus Hermawan’s deep culinary heritage. The light-filled space—anchored by its bustling riverfront terrace—delivers distinctively Indonesian flavours elevated with inventive twists for added depth and aroma. While an extensive à la carte menu is available, the restaurant’s famed rijsttafel sharing spreads (named "Agus" and "Patrick") offer a celebratory feast of regional favourites, including sate kambing, babi kecap, sayur lodeh, and punchy udang peteh.

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Set in Amsterdam’s vibrant De Pijp neighbourhood, Omahe is a cosy, corner-location brasserie dedicated to authentic Indonesian comfort food served with modern flair. Built around a convivial sharing concept, it pairs soulful, traditional cooking with creative mixology and effortless Dutch-Indonesian warmth. Standouts include Jimbaran-style prawns, ayam pop, and dendeng balado.

Tucked away in Kwun Tong, this Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded spot pairs its rich culinary heritage with a refreshed, youthful interior that feels instantly cosy and welcoming. Diners gather for time-honoured homestyle dishes packed with comforting, genuine flavours—from chargrilled lamb, pork, and chicken satay exuding an addictive smoky aroma, to deeply fragrant pepes ikan, comforting lontong cap gomeh, and classic mee goreng. 

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Established in 1993 in Taipei's Da’an District, Sate House is a family-run institution recognized by the Michelin Guide for its authentic halal Indonesian heritage. Decorated with ethnic ornaments that evoke the warmth of the archipelago, it offers a refined yet cozy dining experience. Must-try dishes are beef rendang, ayam goreng Kalasan, satay skewers, and festive pre-ordered nasi tumpeng towers.

Perched on the 24th floor of The Link at One&Only One Za'abeel, Andaliman brings elevated Indonesian dining to Dubai's skyline. Helmed by chef de cuisine Ismawan Dzabir, the restaurant pairs panoramic views of the Burj Khalifa with refined regional cuisine. The experience begins with a welcome from a dedicated "sambal sommelier," who guides guests through eight house-made varieties, ranging from citrusy sambal Andaliman and fiery sambal rica-rica to smoky sambal terong. The menu excels at rich, soul-warming dishes prepared for sharing, featuring slow-cooked beef rendang, ayam bakar rujak, and market-fresh seafood elevated by authentic island spices.

Suku delivers a lively, flavour-packed celebration of Indonesian street food. Housed in a vibrant, casual space that evokes the charm of a traditional warung, this counter-service favourite strips away formal dining pretense in favour of genuine hawker-style energy. Guests gather for deeply comforting, regional classics—from fragrant nasi Bali and slow-simmered nasi rendang to signature dishes like Balinese garlic-galangal squid (cumi suna cekuh), crispy batagor fishcakes, and refreshing, spicy-sweet rujak.

Located in Myaree, Bakmi Kochan 88 brings the nostalgic comfort of a classic Jakarta noodle shop straight to Perth. Founded by Chandra Harsono and Sheila Handijatno, this hugely popular Indonesian noodle house has earned a loyal following for its signature house-made wheat noodles—expertly crafted to achieve a springy bakmi texture. Served with crisp pork lard, tender roast pork, and a side of rich, aromatic chicken broth, each bowl captures the soul-warming essence of a traditional Indonesian breakfast. Its understated charm means peak hours often draw long queues, but epicures agree that the authentic taste of the archipelago is well worth the wait.

Blending a vibrant atmosphere, great music, and a warm crowd, Warisan offers a sharing-focused menu designed to celebrate the variety of street food. The menu is thoughtfully divided into small, medium, and large plates. Diners can graze on refreshing West Javanese lotek (steamed vegetable salad with peanut sauce, tofu, and kerupuk) or soto ayam Lamongan, before progressing to standout mains like bebek bumbu hitam—Madura’s iconic braised duck leg in a rich, dark spice paste—and marinated maranggi beef satay served with punchy acar and sweet soy-chili sambal. Naturally, it is best enjoyed alongside a chilled Bintang beer.

Hidden within Sydney's CBD on Pitt Street, Pandawa is a bustling, halal-certified sanctuary for authentic Indonesian comfort food. Famous for its traditional banana leaf-wrapped rice parcels (nasi bungkus), the spacious, counter-service venue invites diners to build their feast from over 30 regional specialties. The extensive menu spans soul-warming classics—from rich bakso and sizzling iga penyet otentik to smoky sate ayam and nasi goreng. Paired with fiery house-made sambals and classic street-side sweets like es cendol and burjo, it offers a fast, vibrant escape from the bustle of the city.

True to its name—an old-world Indonesian spelling for "home"—Roemah wraps diners in an immediate sense of domestic warmth. Founded by Jakarta-born Ray Winarto and Surabaya-native Cindy Lomo, this cozy sanctuary is designed as a misty-eyed nod to nostalgia for the diaspora, while serving as an inviting gateway for newcomers. Sunlit, lace-curtained windows filter soft light over teak tables, traditional games, and woven artefacts, setting a relaxed mood in the dining room and outdoor garden gazebo. The kitchen delivers stellar coffee drinks and soulful comfort food, featuring fragrant nasi goreng rempah and signature Ayam Bukan Geprek, alongside irresistible traditional sweets like putu ayu and a delicate slice of lontar Papua custard tart.

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