Isn’t returning to your hotel after a long day and slurping a warm bowl of silky ramen a comforting thought? Or perhaps devouring smoky yakitori sticks with a cold beer, knowing your room is just steps away? All these wishes have never been easier to fulfil, as each of this hotel-tucked Asian restaurant in Bali, Jakarta, and Surabaya continues to raise the bar with globally inspired cuisine and chefs rooted in culinary heritage.
Whether classic or progressive, East and Southeast Asian cuisines are familiar to most of our palates. The fieriness of Szechuan, the simplicity of Japanese, the vibrancy of Thai, and the herbaceousness of Vietnamese – each of these cuisines’ characteristics can easily complement our whim and fancy.
HamaSei – Hilton Bali Resort
Located on the lobby level and open for dinner, the recently opened HamaSei at Hilton Bali Resort features a clifftop view of the ocean and offers three distinct dining styles in one place. Guests can choose to sit at the action-packed teppanyaki section, watch their ebi yaki being grilled over binchōtan at the robatayaki station, enjoy a quieter experience at the sushi and sashimi counter, or an ocean-view private room for intimate gatherings.
The tastefully revamped restaurant partners with Jakarta-based Sushi Sei Group, bringing the timeless Japanese and Asian favourites to the hotel guests. Expertly crafted nigiri sushi moriawase, succulently sliced sashimi – from maguro to hamachi – and assorted yakitori made from chicken thighs, wings, and gizzards are a great way to start, before moving on to heartier dishes such as tempura soba, sushi rolls, and Australian Wagyu striploin from the teppan. Be sure to save room for refreshing desserts like matcha or chestnut ice cream.
Reservations: +62 361 773377 | baliresort.hilton.com
KO Restaurant – InterContinental Bali Resort
Tucked within the hotel grounds, KO Restaurant at InterContinental Bali Resort is led by chef Mitsuaki Senoo, a longtime Bali resident who is passionate about locally-sourced seafood and working with the area’s fishing communities to bring forth true Asian flavours.
At the sushi bar, guests can savour his artistry in dishes such as Hamachi Jalapeño with Sambal Matah and Tataki Tuna Jatiluwih Style. The ever-popular teppanyaki counter remains a magnet for diners. The Agung set menu – featuring A5 Miyazaki Wagyu beef striploin in red wine sauce.
Every Friday, guests can enjoy KinYobi Izakaya Night, a casual dining experience offering unlimited sushi, sashimi, robatayaki, and other Japanese delicacies, along with attractive alcoholic beverage packages. On Sundays, the restaurant hosts a well-loved All You Can Eat Sushi & Sashimi event.
Reservations: +62 361 701888 | bali.intercontinental.com
Makase – Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach
Beloved comfort foods from Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, and Malaysia take centre stage at Makase, the all-day dining Asian restaurant at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach. The new menu by executive chef Heri Riskiawan Efendi pays tribute to the heritage of Southeast Asian cuisine, thoughtfully divided into soups, small plates, mains to share, and a dedicated dessert section featuring exclusively Indonesian-inspired sweets.
Must-try dishes include Larb Gai (Thai-style minced chicken, best enjoyed with iceberg lettuce, herbs, and sweet chilli sauce), Konro Bakar (Sulawesi-style braised US Prime beef ribs served with soup and the chef’s secret sauce mix), spicy Seafood Laksa, and Vietnamese-style Black Pig Pork Chop accompanied by stir-fried ceciwis vegetables.
Reservations: +62 361 2099999 | seminyak.hotelindigo.com
OKU – Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta
For brazenly creative and delectably comforting fare, opt for OKU at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta. Prepared by chef Keisuke Uno and his team, the restaurant’s refined approach can be savoured in their popular dishes: the rich Karasumi Pasta topped with uni and shaved white truffle; Truffle Gyu Don with thin Miyazaki beef, truffle sauce, and silky onsen egg; and the deceivingly minimalistic in presentation but maximalist in flavour, OKU Karaage.
OKU also serves Okukase, a six-course tasting menu flaunting the culinary artistry of the team, with dishes such as Ajisai Sunomono, Crab Chawan Mushi, Braised Eel and Foie Gras, along with the dessert of the day. Guests will do well when they pair the meal with sake-based cocktails, Ume Jumon and Yuzu Cosmo.
Reservations: +62 21 2358 3896 | kempinski.com/Jakarta
Keyaki Japanese Restaurant – Pan Pacific Jakarta
If sky-high dining is more your style, head to Keyaki Japanese Restaurant on the 90th floor of Pan Pacific Jakarta. Helmed by Chef Tadashi Inose, the menu is a harmonious blend of his Japanese heritage and modern techniques. Opt for the six-course omakase menu, which embodies the restaurant’s culinary philosophy through creations like Shima Aji Lemon Shoyu, Spicy Ebi Tempura, and Salmon Ikura Don. Take in the sweeping city views as you savour a Crispy Crab sushi roll or Kurobuta Pork Karaage with spicy mayo dip.
For a business lunch, treat your colleagues to the restaurant’s Weekday Washoku Japanese Buffet Lunch. Available Monday to Friday, it invites you to take a longer midday pause while sharing a variety of delicious dishes from teppanyaki to sushi, and more.
Reservations: +62 21 5082 0002 | panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pp-jakarta
KITA 喜多 Restaurant – Park Hyatt Jakarta
At Park Hyatt Jakarta, KITA 喜多 Restaurant continues to impress with its sweeping city views and modern interpretation of Japanese cuisine. Situated on level 37 of the hotel, the restaurant is where chef Yukio Takeda and his culinary brigade showcase a deeply rooted homage to tradition executed with Asian finesse. An array of sushi and sashimi served with fresh wasabi, delicious delicacies from the teppanyaki, shabu-shabu, tempura, and robatayaki are prepared a la minute from the open kitchen.
The KITA 喜多 Teppanyaki Experience is a must-try. Available for lunch and dinner, expect perfectly cooked produce such as Lombok oyster, Hokkaido scallop, A5 Miyazaki beef, and Australian Wagyu MB7. The interactive culinary feast comes in seven or nine-course menus.
Reservations: +62 21 3111 1234 | parkhyattjakartarestaurants.com
Xiang Fu Hai – Vasa Hotel Surabaya
It’s no secret why Xiang Fu Hai remains Surabaya’s premier dining destination when it comes to Cantonese cuisine. The elegant restaurant at Vasa Hotel Surabaya flaunts dishes that cater to everybody’ taste and preference especially those with penchant for Asian delicacies. Find handcrafted dim sum and refined classic delicacies such as Braised Abalone with Sea Cucumber and Broccoli, BBQ Honey Roasted Pork, Peking Duck, Steamed Fish that can be cooked in myriad sauces, and many others.
Delight in wholesome meals courtesy to chef Lim Kim Loong, in its private rooms or VIP dining suites for your family gatherings or engagement parties. Meanwhile, all-you-can-eat dim sum is availabe during lunch hours on weekdays, sip their oolong teas, and share a leisurely meal around the lazy susan.
Reservations: +62 822 1322 8889 | vasahotelsurabaya.com
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