The best restaurants Jakarta

The Akbar Palace specialises in cooking in northern India. In Jl Kemang Raya, the Eastern Promise promises Indian dishes and international cuisine.

If there's one restaurant in Jakarta that deserves your attention, it's Smriti. Located in the Tanah Abang district, in charming surroundings combining wooden beams, bamboo and natural materials, you'll discover divinely tasty dishes of contemporary Indonesian cuisine, such as satay (Indonesian-style chicken skewers), perfectly grilled shrimp skewers and unparalleled curries, the best you've ever tasted. Don't forget to make a reservation to guarantee your place in this haven of flavor.

Kaum, whose name means "tribe" in Indonesian, celebrates the culinary riches of the archipelago, inspired by the ancestral techniques of indigenous tribes. By working closely with local producers in the most remote regions, it gives pride of place to rare and tasty ingredients. Guests will be seduced by dishes such as fried fish and shrimp dumplings, topped with a spicy cashew sauce, satay (skewers), or crispy duck with green mango relish. Excellent cocktails.

Enjoy a feast worthy of a Javanese sultan in this delightful restaurant nestled in a joglo, a traditional teak dwelling. Repeatedly crowned best Indonesian restaurant in the metropolis, its star-studded menu features dishes such as Bakso Kuah Kelor soup, combining squid, chicken, celery and lime, Gurame Telor Asin, a fried gourami fillet served with mango and pomelo, or honey and curry spareribs. Each dish is a discovery, a piece of Indonesia to be savored, a true odyssey for the senses. Not to be missed.

Opened in 1993, the iconic Café Batavia is housed in a historic building that was once the home of officers of the Dutch East India Company. The interior, adorned with photos of Hollywood stars, has a real glamorous charm. The kitchen and patisserie are top-notch. Large fans swirl overhead. Lively in the evenings, this café lends itself to a romantic afternoon tea. Good cocktails are also served. On Place Fatahillah, opposite the Jakarta History Museum.

Under the guidance of chef Kazumasa Yazawa, forget the typical Japanese omakase expected in high-end establishments. Instead, prepare to savor a modernized version of Japanese classics, faithful to tradition. A celebration of texture, the finest ingredients magnified by years of perfected techniques. Be sure to try the crispy chicken "karage" topped with teriyaki sauce, the Wagyu beef or the delicious char-grilled skate. A remarkable culinary experience awaits you. Itadakimasu!

Perched on the ^20th floor of MD Place, Akira Back is much more than a restaurant; it's a transcultural gastronomic experience. Following his triumph at Las Vegas' Bellagio, the Michelin-starred chef fuses Japanese and Korean flavors here, skilfully blending traditional sushi with bold fusion dishes. Sleek, elegant and resolutely modern, the décor is accented by a breathtaking panoramic view of the vibrant metropolis. An adjacent bar, with its lounge atmosphere and subdued lighting, completes this gastronomic adventure.

Located in the Méridien hotel, this Lebanese restaurant stands out not only for its exquisite cuisine, but also for its enchanting setting. The place is beautifully appointed, with stone walls, sumptuous woodwork and Turkish lamps. The menu offers a selection of Levantine classics: hummus, freshly baked pitas, crisp fattoush salad, vine leaves, samboussek (cheese puff pastry), shawarmas, falafels and lamb chops... The experience is rounded off by Lebanese music and hookahs.

Great classics that delight lovers of good taste. Sophisticated and sophisticated restaurant offering high-flying French cuisine under the leadership of Chief Gilles Marx: snails to Provençal, cute filet, sole sucker, chocolate blown, burnt cream… Tasting menu in the evening (five or six dishes). Superb wine list. A little jewel.