MARUFUKU JAPANESE RESTAURANT

After some Korean from the last post, we're sailing to the neighboring country, Japan! Wished that it's for real..but alas, we could only sail through the cuisines in Jakarta..lol! We went a bit further to Melawai with some friends just to get some authentic Japanese foods, since there's a lot of it here! This time we chose Marufuku and yes, we already tried some other Japanese restaurants here and usually it's good, so we didn't hesitate to try other new ones!

As always the interior is a simple typical Japanese restaurant but it gives more impact as an authentic Japanese restaurant! You'll really feel as if you're eating in Japan! They even have the open bar spot where you can see how they prepare the sushi and sashimi!

First, you'll be served this pickled thingy that I don't really know and not dare to try except for the square gelatin. Yes, that's somewhat like a square jelly, go try it and find out!

GYU KARUBI NINNIKUYAKI IDR 92K

Grilled bone in short rib and garlic.

Amazing tender beef with superb seasoning! Though it was a bit overpriced considering the portion, I guess it's because of the meat quality. Don't be scared of the color, it's not raw, I think it's even a medium well!

ABURI SALMON ROLL IDR 98K

Grilled salmon roll.

Good but nothing really special. Was expecting a torched aburi sauce on top but turns out it's only salmon and I don't really think it's torched. Well, it's not that it's bad, just not worth the price!

Can you see what's inside? Well, you probably could have guessed, right?

NAMI CHIRASHI-DON IDR 85K
Assorted sashimi rice bowl.

Super good and super recommended! I'd definitely suggest you get this instead of their sushi, it's much more worth it! Especially since all their sashimi here is incredibly fresh and you get all various of items, so this is just a bowl of heavenly goodness! An absolute must try!

A complimentary coffee jelly with condensed milk for desserts! Just something to sweetly end your dining experience! :D

Marufuku Japanese Restaurant

Jl. Melawai 6 No. 11

Blok M, Kebayoran Baru

Jakarta Selatan 12160

021-726777

Opening Hours :

Monday - Friday : 11:30 am - 00:00 am

Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday : 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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FOOD FIGHTERS MELAWAI

There's a place at Melawai or known as Blok M called Food Fighters! Why? Because it's a place of various brands all in one spot and it's our job to try them all, hence making us a food fighter..lol! I'm just making up stories here but it's legit, right?

The vendors here all came from Pasar Santa, so you'll find this like a branch of Pasar Santa..sort of, though there're few brands that aren't from Pasar Santa. What's cool about this place is how they cooperate with each other! Nobody is allowed to sell the exact same products in order to not rival each other!

Seeing as the place is kinda outdoors expect it to be hot, just like Pasar Santa, so wear comfy clothes! Though there're seats under a roof, we prefer the ones outside with all the generous lighting!

BLUE KAKIGORI IDR 35K

This is a product from Food Fighters itself! For beverages, it's mostly left to them, where there aren't that many vendors that sells beverages, except for Kopi Pasar, which obviously sells coffee. The kakigori here is of course, their signature, though it can create quite a mess, so be prepared! Mostly soda, syrup and ice cream, so it's really just for visual!

MUSHROOM BURGER IDR 30K
This burger is by Judas, yeap, the same Judas that sells juice. Here they're called Judas Kitchen, so they mostly sells burgers and other mains. Burger's not half bad actually, good price too, with cassava fries on the side!

CHICKEN & LAMB SATAY IDR 40K
Here is from Sate Bumbu Oma. The recipe for the sauce is originated from NTT, which what made them different and very local! Might I warn you that it's super spicy, well it's local food, so I guess it's to be expected. This here tasted sweet and spicy, something I bet locals would love!

BAHNMI LEMONGRASS BEEF IDR 30K
Something that wasn't in Pasar Santa before, Bahnmily! I heard it just opened a branch at Pasar Santa recently though. Bahnmily here is one family with Mie Chino actually, hence why they're always side by side! Very tasty with a nice textured bun and a balanced portion of meat and veggies!

MIE KARET AYAM JAMUR IDR 25K
PANGSIT GORENG IDR 5K
Of course there'll be the all time famous noodle shop at Pasar Santa, Mie Chino! Don't really think I need to explain much, since I bet many have tried! Though I didn't like it before when I tried it at Pasar Santa, this time I thought it was not bad. Maybe they've improved the recipe? Or was I just unlucky that last time?

SIRLOIN STEAK WAFFLE IDR 40K
My favorite at Pasar Santa, Zucker Waffle! Having waffle as buns for a savory experience is pure genius! I love how the crispy yet chewy texture of waffle comes together not only with sweets but with tasty sirloin steak! Gotta try this one, people!

And of course, since they are a waffle shop, they need to provide the sweet ones as well! Their signature is definitely the sirloin steak waffle though!

BURRITO IDR 40K
Who doesn't know Papricano from Pasar Santa? That one store who always have a hell of a line! Yeap, they're also available here and we went straight for their burritos!

QUESADILLA IDR 25K
Not missing the chance for not having to wait in line for Papricano, we also got the quesadilla! Who knows when we'll get a golden chance like this again? :p

ORIGINAL SLOPPY JOE IDR 30K

In collaboration with Papricano to merge Italian and American together, here's Sloppy Joe! Of course, since we've never tried this before, it's a mandatory to get the originals! And might I say, it's not bad at all!

BUFFALO WINGS IDR 28K
A product of Yipiko Wings. Though I was a bit disappointed that we didn't get to try the cola wings, I still think this is good. Not extraordinary but good. Love the baby potatoes though, it's very well-seasoned! I even think that they outshine the wings..lol!

PENNE CARBONARA WITH BEEF IDR 35K
When we tried this, it was already too cold and nobody likes a cold pasta. Admit that it's entirely our own fault, so we do apologize. Even though it's too cold to get the best taste, I think it was okay-ish. The seasoning was nice and the pasta's a perfect al dente, so I bet it'll taste good if warm! This is from Bonara Pasta by the way!

BLACKJACK BURGER IDR 45K
Okay, having 3 kinds of burgers in a day is definitely not a good idea! This here is from Black Jack and they sell all kinds of black colored food! The most generous toppings for a burger definitely is this one! Too bad the fries isn't as good as the burger!

MILO LEGO PUDDING
Desserts are from Memom Snacks! We had this cute looking milo lego pudding, which is a milo flavored giant lego..lol! Taste just like any other chocolate pudding but because it looks super cute, it definitely got a plus point!

Now that we have another branch of Pasar Santa, we don't have to worry about Pasar Santa being too crowded! We have an alternative now! Just wished that both weren't so far from home! :'(

Food Fighters
Jalan Melawai IV No. 7
Beside Fave Hotel Melawai
Kebayoran Baru, Blok M
Jakarta Selatan 12160

Opening Hours :
Everyday : 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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IZAKAYA TAICHAN

Okay, so even though we said that we've moved on from Japanese, I guess it's not entirely true, cause here we are again! Can't help it, people..we just love Japanese foods! Not satisfied with just any Japanese foods, we decided to go straight to the heart of Japanese food in Jakarta and that is Little Tokyo!

This little Japanese restaurant is called Izakaya Taichan and it's located at Blok M area, if you don't know where Little Tokyo is. Here you get to sit as if you're on a tatami dining table to enhance the Japanese feels! :D Each table are only divided by that black wooden separator, so be sure not to disturb your neighbors..lol!

AGEDASHI TOFU IDR 32,5K

Not really expecting much from agedashi tofu. It was my friend's favorite dish, so we decided to get it and I can say that it's very decent! You can really judge a restaurant's cooking from the simplest dish!

KUSHIKATSU MORIAWASE IDR 75K

A set of fried foods, who can ever resist it? Lol! Anyways, I guess there's not really much that can be said about fried foods. I'm just glad that the crumbs were not overly thick but they could use some seasonings that could make it at least a bit more flavorful!

BUTA KATSUNI SET IDR 82,5K
From this set, you'll get rice, miso soup, and pickles, so it's a complete set for a reasonable price! Another plus point because it tasted amazing, really love how flavorful it is, yet it's not overwhelming! I'd love to have these over and over again, plus it's pork!

YAKITORI MORIAWASE (6 PCS) IDR 77,5K
It's chicken on a stick..lol! But seriously, starting from the skin, intestines, boneless, and with bones, they're all here! There's really nothing special about it though, since you'd find the ones in Indonesia's stall better than these. Guess these are healthier ones, which means a less strong flavor!

Really amazed with how authentic most places here in Little Tokyo, from ambiance to foods! For someone who admires Japan very much, this is like a little heaven. :p I'd definitely come back to try other restaurants here!!

Izakaya Taichan

Jl. Melawai 6 No. 5

Little Tokyo

Blok M, Melawai

Jakarta Selatan 12160

021-7261281

Opening Hours :

Everyday : 11:00 am - 01:00 am