[Updated 18 March 2019]
No trip to Bandung is complete without visiting the plethora of shops and boutiques scattered around the city. They range from selling upmarket brands to local merchandise. But amid all the hustle and bustle of shopping, don’t forget to stop by and enjoy the many restaurants and cafes around town!
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Here we present some of the best Muslim-friendly places to eat out from once you’re done with the shopping (or a temporary break before continuing again)?
P.S. If you're wondering where to shop in Jakarta, here are 10 shopping areas you absolutely cannot miss!
Note: The establishments which are indicated to serve halal meat only serve halal meat and do not serve alcohol. However, we are unable to verify if it's Muslim-owned.
Food Outlets Nearby Rumah Mode
1. Sangkuriang Restoran
Situated in the heart of the city and a few blocks away from one of the key shopping spots, one would expect the setting to be monotonous and typical of a restaurant in the city. But not here! This restaurant boasts an impressive décor and landscaping. There are also small huts (bale) surrounding a well-tended garden which provides patrons with a cool and relaxing atmosphere to dine in.
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Sangkuriang Restaurant serves local Sundanese with a dash of Chinese flavour! This is a must visit for everyone going to Bandung?
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While you’re at it – dig into the grilled gurame, served sizzling hot on the hot plate or for a subtler affair; the gurame soup.
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It's best to drop by this place for dinner so you can catch the sunset here and dine against an impressive backdrop☺️
Operating hours: Open daily; 10AM-10PM
Telephone: +62 22 2031340
Address: Jalan Karangsari No. 5, Pasteur, Sukajadi, Pasteur, Sukajadi, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40161, Indonesia
Price: RP20,000 – RP70,000
2. Rumah Makan Sederhana
Don’t be fooled by the “mediocre” (sederhana) in this restaurant's name. Not only is it a mere minute's walk from Rumah Mode, it also serves amazing and affordable nasi padang dishes in a highly casual setting!
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You’ll be spoilt for choice when choosing what dish to pair up with the white rice. There’s the gulai ayam (curry chicken), dendeng balado (strips of grilled meat served with spicy chilli) and for the more adventurous - gulai tunjang kikil (cattle tendon curry)?
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Don't miss their own rendition of Martabak Mesir which is bound to make your mouths water!
Operating hours: Open daily; 8AM-9:30PM
Address: Jl. Cipaganti No.177A, Pasteur, Sukajadi, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40161, Indonesia
Price: RP10,000 – RP70,000
3. Bumbu Desa
What better way to have a quick break while shopping at the well-known Rumah Mode than at a local Indonesian restaurant set-up right inside the shopping premise!
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This restaurant serves authentic Indonesian and Sudanese food, so brace yourself for a multitude of dishes to choose from – from the classic gurame goreng (fried carp), ayam bakar (grilled chicken) and sop bontot (ox tail soup) among many others.
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Take note that it is not a buffet set-up. Choose the dish of your liking and a server will prepare them accordingly and serve it to your table!
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Operating hours: Open daily; 10AM-10PM
Telephone: +62 251 8234581
Address: Jl. Setiabudhi, Pasteur, Sukajadi, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40141, Indonesia
Price: RP10,000 – RP80,000
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4. Ayam Goreng Suharti
You don't have to travel far for finger-licking good fried chicken in Bandung. Ayam Goreng Suharti stacks up among the Western fast food chains that are widely available around Bandung and is ranked as one of Indonesia’s very own fast food restaurants. The chicken is nice and crunchy on the outside, but served hot and warm - keeping the flesh inside soft and tender?
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The food here is simple, and as the name implies it mainly serves fried chicken. But for those looking for an alternative they still offer vegetable, tofu/tempe and fish dishes to choose from.
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Operating hours: Open daily; 8AM-9:30PM
Telephone: +62 22 2038677
Address: Jalan Cipaganti No.171, Pasteur, Sukajadi, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40161, Indonesia
Price: RP20,000 – RP100,000
Directions: Around 400m away from Rumah Mode, a 5 minutes walk
Food Outlets Near Cihampelas Walk/Jl Cihampelas
5. Kambing Bakar Cairo
Grilled meat lovers rejoice! Strategically located along Jalan Cihampelas, Kampung Bakar Cairo is every carnivore’s dream. The place serves mouth-watering grilled lamb which are freshly prepared. The serving comes in weighted portions; making it easy for crowds of different sizes (or appetites) to order accordingly.
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There are a few other Kambing Bakar Cairo branches across Indonesia – but the one in Bandung serves sate kambing (lamb satay) to complete its mutton-y affair. And for the non-lamb eaters, worry not! This place also serves up a few other dishes such as soto Mesir (Egyptian soup), roti canai India (Indian flat bread) and sate ayam (chicken satay)☺️
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Don't stop at their mains! You have to try their roti manis (sweet bread) which is unique to Bandung! Choose to top your bread off with chocolate, cheese or ice cream?
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Operating hours: Open daily; 11AM-10:15PM (Sat-Thurs), 1PM-10:15PM (Fri)
Telephone: +62 851-0155-6616
Address: Jl. Cihampelas No.123, Cipaganti, Coblong, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40131, Indonesia
Price: RP50,000 – RP100,000
6. Iga Bakar Si Jangkung
Another spot to try out for more lamb-based dishes in Bandung is Iga Bakar Si Jangkung. The place is located slightly north-west of Jalan Cihampelas, which makes it really convenient for those who are shopping there! Their signature grilled lamb here is diced, cooked in a slightly sweet soy sauce with a hint of spice before finally being paired together with a plate of white rice.
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Apart from their signature dish, the sop kambing (lamb soup), nasi goreng kambing (fried rice with lamb) and sop bakar are a few other mention-worthy dishes to try out! Sop bakar translated literally means “burnt soup” but what makes the name unique is in the way the dish is prepared. A bowl filled with all the goodness that is going be served is heated up over a flame until the contents are hot and is then served immediately to you?
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Operating hours: Open daily; 11:30AM-11PM
Telephone: +62 811-2205-513
Address: Jalan Cipaganti No.75G, Pasteur, Sukajadi, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40161, Indonesia
Price: RP40,000 – RP50,000
7. Warung Nasi Ampera
Bandung is the home for Sundanese food so don't be surprised to see many restaurants serving such food. But one of the best is definitely Warung Nasi Ampera, which serves quality Sundanese cuisine at an affordable price! Choose from a wide variety of food – gurame goreng (fried fish), ayam bakar kicap (grilled chicken with soy sauce) and empal goreng (spicy fried meat).
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Regardless of what you choose, be sure to pair your mains with the restaurant's signature sambal Sunda. It will leave you just craving for more?
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Don't miss out on their kuih balok! You can choose from a variety of toppings which makes it perfect for everyone.
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In addition to the Jl Cihampelas branch, there are a few other Warung Nasi Ampera outlets around Bandung!
Operating hours: Open 24 hours
Telephone:+62 852-2030-0680
Address: Jl. Cihampelas No.118, Tamansari, Bandung Wetan, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40116, Indonesia
Price: RP20,000 – RP80,000
8. Mujigae Resto
Take a break from the local food affair in Bandung and head over to Mujigae Resto to enjoy some Korean food right in the middle of the city. It is situated strategically at Cihampelas Walk! The restaurant has a very modern vibe to it; iPads deck the tables for customers to place orders and the décor is clean and modern. Waiters walk around with a phone linked directly with the iPads so you can be assured of fast and efficient service here!
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Go for the usual Korean fare from bimbimbap to ramen, but be sure to also try their jajangmyeon!
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We would also highly recommend their Korean pancakes which don't only look good but also taste amazing☺️
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Operating hours: Open daily; 10AM – 10PM
Telephone: +62 22 2061015
Address: Cihampelas Walk, Cihampelas Walk Young Street, Jalan Cihampelas No. 160, Cipaganti, Bandung, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40131, Indonesia
Price: RP30,000 – RP60,000
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9. (NEW!) Street Grill And Friends
If you're in the mood for some classic Western dishes once you're done shopping - you're in luck! Street Grill and Friends serves up everything from burgers and sandwiches, to an exquisite meat platter that includes tenderloin, rack of lamb, and sausages. ?
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Make sure to try their spicy crusted salmon and oven roasted chicken quesadilla too!
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And of course, top off your meal with a decadent milkshake to satisfy your sweet tooth ?
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Hours: 10AM-10PM (Sun-Fri), 10AM-11PM (Sat)
Telephone: +62 22 82021220
Address: Jalan Cihampelas No.211-217,Ground Floor Hotel Grand Tjokoro Bandung, Cipaganti, Coblong, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40131, Indonesia
Price: RP30,000-RP295,000
Food Outlet Near Click Square Mall/Pasar Baru Trade Centre
Batagor Kingsley
Located directly in front of Click Square Mall, head over to Batagor Kingsley for a quick bite! Batagor is the abbreviation of bakso tauhu goreng (literally translated into fried meatballs). It is mainly made up of fish instead of meat - more closely resembling a fried fish dumpling.
The snack is the ultimate texture overload for your taste buds! The batagor here is wrapped with tofu and served under a serving of sweet and spicy peanut sauce. The warm, soft texture of the fish complements nicely with the crunchy peanut sauce that comes together with every bite?
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The place is small and often gets packed especially on weekends – so get ready to have the batagor on-the-go instead!
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Operating hours: Closed on Thursday. Friday – Wednesday; 8AM – 8PM
Telephone: +62 22 4207104
Address: Jalan Veteran No. 25, Kb. Pisang, Sumur Bandung, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40112, Indonesia
Price: Around RP20,000 per portion We are currently unable to confirm if Batagor Kingsley is still halal-certified, sorry! ?
10. (NEW!) Ayam Goreng Nikmat
This roadside outlet may be tiny and easy to miss, but we've heard that it serves up the best Sundanese fried chicken around! It's definitely one of the hidden gems of Bandung that'll leave you feeling super satisfied ?
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The crispy skin and succulent meat of the traditionally roasted chicken will definitely be one of your favourite memories of the city.
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Ayam Goreng Nikmat also serves up traditional Indonesian dishes, making this the perfect place to try out classic local cuisine (especially if you're there with your family or friends)!
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Hours: 10:30AM-8:30PM (Mon-Fri), 10:30AM-9PM (Sat-Sun)
Telephone: +62 22 4230040
Address: Jalan Panaitan No.9, Kb. Pisang, Sumur Bandung, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40112, Indonesia
Price: RP4,000 - RP24,000
Food Outlets Near Heritage Factory Outlet/Jl Trunojoyo
11. Hummingbird
Hop over to Hummingbird for a splash of western cuisine in Bandung. Jakarta may be well known to be the home for internationally franchise brands in Indonesia, but Hummingbird lives up to the lively Bandung scene. It is one of the many locally grown café joints that provide good quality fare at the home front!
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Their food might look light on the stomach, but it's actually really filling - perfect for fueling yourself up before continuing shopping!
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And if scrambled eggs aren't your thing, you can opt for the more Western options in the menu ☺️
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Operating hours: Open daily; 7AM – 11PM
Telephone: +62 22 4212582
Address: Jalan Progo No. 14, Citarum, Bandung Wetan, Citarum, Bandung Wetan, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40115, Indonesia
Price: RP50,000 – RP120,000
12. Sajian Sunda Sambara
Sajian offers a wide spread of Sudanese affair and three different choice of rice to choose from – nasi putih (white rice), nasi merah (brown rice) and the uniquely prepared nasi timbel – where hot steaming rice is served wrapped inside a banana leaf. The heat from the rice reacts with the banana leaf and produces a unique and appetite-inducting aroma. Don’t forget their multitude of sambals to choose from too!
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You might be a fan of Sudanese food, but don't forget to try out their delectable range of seafood which includes chilli crab ?
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P.S. Check out the place for their open kitchen concept too where diners can view the chefs preparing their dishes!
Operating hours: Open daily, 10AM – 9:30PM
Telephone: +62 22 4208757
Address: Jalan Trunojoyo No. 64, Citarum, Bandung Wetan, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40115, Indonesia
Price: RP20,000 – RP90,000
And if nothing fancies your taste buds…
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The main fast-food chains in Indonesia, including the ones in Bandung are all halal certified, including McDonalds’, Burger King, Texas Chicken and Wendy’s among many others!
To say the least, Bandung simply has it all – great shopping spots, amazing sights and great accommodations with spectacular views! The icing on the cake (literally) for the city comes from the abundance of eating spots to indulge in! Pack your bags, grab your tickets and an adventure in Bandung awaits?