Dapur Babah Elite
Step back in time at Dapur Babah Elite, a unique restaurant blending Peranakan heritage with exquisite Indonesian cuisine and antique decor.
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Dapur Babah Elite
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Must-see attractions
Step back in time at Dapur Babah Elite, a unique restaurant blending Peranakan heritage with exquisite Indonesian cuisine and antique decor.
"It feels like dining in an art gallery filled with fascinating stories and delicious food."
Special Cap Go Meh Experience
Visit during Cap Go Meh for a unique and special dining experience at Dapur Babah Elite.
Signature Dishes to Try
Don't miss the Beef Tongue Steak (Bistik Lidah) and Brenebonen Soup.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Indonesian, Peranakan
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+62 851-0060-2256
Address
4, Jl. Veteran I No.18-19, RT.4/RW.2, Gambir, Kecamatan Gambir, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10110, Indonesia
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A Journey Through Peranakan Heritage
Experience rich Peranakan heritage in a unique setting surrounded by antiques and historical decor.
Artistic Ambiance
Dine in an atmosphere resembling an art gallery, filled with fascinating stories and artistic decor.
Culinary Delights with History
Savor delicious Indonesian cuisine with Dutch and Chinese influences, served with warm hospitality.
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Special Cap Go Meh Experience
Visit during Cap Go Meh for a unique and special dining experience at Dapur Babah Elite.
Signature Dishes to Try
Don't miss the Beef Tongue Steak (Bistik Lidah) and Brenebonen Soup.
Explore Antique Decor
Take time to appreciate the antique furniture and classic decor that makes the restaurant unique.
Kawisari Coffee Selection
Enjoy a variety of coffee options from Kawisari, a special offering at the restaurant.
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Special Cap Go Meh Experience
Visit during Cap Go Meh for a unique and special dining experience at Dapur Babah Elite.
Signature Dishes to Try
Don't miss the Beef Tongue Steak (Bistik Lidah) and Brenebonen Soup.
Explore Antique Decor
Take time to appreciate the antique furniture and classic decor that makes the restaurant unique.
Kawisari Coffee Selection
Enjoy a variety of coffee options from Kawisari, a special offering at the restaurant.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Dapur Babah Elite is celebrated for its unique ambiance, transporting diners to a bygone era with its extensive antique collection and artistic decor. Guests rave about the delicious Indonesian-Peranakan cuisine and the warm, attentive service, which includes staff sharing historical insights. While the food is highly praised, some reviews note that portion sizes could be more generous for the price.
"This beautiful restaurant has the hallmarks of the Tugu Hotel in Malang, with its rich and exquisite taste of the wealthy Peranakans of the 19th CE. The food and service were just as good. Definitely a worthy experience."
Karen Chiang
"Very unique atmosphere restaurant offering Indonesian food. Had to say the place was great, the food was great (but the size is not as big as I expected), they offer variety of coffee from Kawisari"
Qisti Quraini
"The ambiance of this restaurant is delightful—it feels like dining in an art gallery filled with fascinating stories. A perfect blend of artistic decor, delicious food, and warm hospitality. Enjoying a meal with friends in such a creative and cozy setting makes dinner feel like a well-deserved healing session after a long workday.
The food is excellent, the prices are budget-friendly, and the unique atmosphere is the restaurant’s main charm. Owned by an art enthusiast with multiple renowned restaurants under the Tugu and Kawisari group, this place truly stands out as an artistic culinary destination.
💸 Affordable prices
🅿️ Ample street parking
✅ Spacious venue, great for large groups
🍽️ Delicious and highly recommended dishes
Definitely will be back here with friends and families ✨✨"
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dapur Babah Elite offers a unique dining experience by blending Peranakan heritage with Indonesian cuisine, set in an atmosphere resembling an art gallery filled with antiques.
Must-try dishes include Beef Tongue Steak (Bistik Lidah) and Brenebonen Soup (Sup Iga Sapi dengan Kacang Merah).
Yes, visiting during Cap Go Meh is recommended for a special experience.
Yes, they offer a variety of coffee options from Kawisari.
Visitors describe the ambiance as artistic, unique, homey, and like dining in a museum with historical decor.
Yes, the venue is spacious and great for large groups.
The restaurant is located in a charming part of Jakarta, near attractions like the cathedral and Stasiun Juanda.
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The large wooden doors of Dapur Babah Elite invite visitors to an age-old restaurant, family run restaurant, in one of the most popular parts of Jakarta. This restaurant which is nestled in a semi rundown shop features a large dining room that is decorated with Peranakam charms and regal antiques. The red, blue and orange décor gives the place a traditional look, and the expanse of the courtyard and the spacious dining tables make it quite pleasing to the eye.
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This grand restaurant specialises in Babah Peranakan cuisine, popularised when the Chinese settlers arrived in Java during the colonial times. Try one of their curated dining experiences to get a taste of it all… Dapur Babah Elite, Jl Veteran No. 18 – 19, Central Jakarta, p. +62 21 385 5653 / +62 851 0060 2256, e.
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Our first stop on Jalan Veteran I is Dapur Babah Elite Tao Bar & Lounge for lunch. This restaurant is located inside an historic pair of refurbished 1940's shop houses and its signature peranakan cuisine has its roots in Javanese spices, the rich flavours of the Netherlands, and Chinese sweet and spicy seasoning.
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