By Rido Ivanus
From unique cafés with a street-food vibe to elegant, comfortable restaurants offering diverse menus at affordable prices.
A visit to Bogor—as the “Rain City”—feels incomplete without taste its culinary delights. However, travelers sometimes crave something other than the local Sundanese cuisine. You might want to try seafood, traditional Indonesian dishes, Western food, or Chinese cuisine—all served in a comfortable dining atmosphere.
So, Here are our recommends for the 10 Best Non-Sundanese Cafés and Restaurants in Bogor City for you to consider.
1. Cafe de Aut
Concept: A vintage special coffee and tea house. Location: Jl. Suryakencana, Bogor.
We stumbled upon this unique, and unpretentious café during a leisurely weekend outing. The cafe tucked away at a street-side intersection in Jl. Suryakencana-street food district of Bogor. This simple yet cheerful café specializing in roasted coffees and homemade tea blends crafted from authentic Indonesian ingredients. The most distinctive and appealing feature is its compact space, which boasts a vintage-style interior; the room accommodates just two customer tables surrounded by a few chairs, all situated close to the bartender’s service counter.
Although the area where visitors enjoy their coffee or tea is very small, it feels shaded and cozy—evoking a sense of stepping back in time. And therein lies its true uniqueness. Once orders prepared, then the staff will explain you the details of available coffees and teas. Additionally, you’re welcome to bring in street food purchased nearby to enjoy alongside your coffee or tea. It’s truly makes for a unique and enriching experience.
2. Taman Laut Jumbo Seafood
Concept: Fresh seafood dining with mountain views and a cityscape atmosphere. Location: Jl. Raya Pajajaran No. 50A, Baranangsiang, Bogor.
It can sometimes be difficult to find a seafood restaurant that truly serves an authentic, ultra-fresh catch. Even when you select fresh, live fish, lobster, shrimp, or crab, a lack of professional preparation or the wrong seasoning can diminish the quality of the dish. This resto however, stands out from the rest.
When we ordered baronang (rabbitfish), bawal (pomfret), and prawns in oyster sauce, the freshness was unmistakable in every bite. The expertly crafted seasoning blends further enhanced the delicious, fresh flavors of the dishes. Additionally, you can enjoy the dishes while taking in mountain views during the day or the twinkling lights of Bogor’s residential areas at night through the restaurant’s large glass windows. The live of solo keyboard music is also available at certain times to accompany your dining experience.
3. Sop & Sate Kambing Bang Hasan Kumis
Concept: Prioritizing the authentic of goat-meat flavors. Location: Jl. Raya Pajajaran No. 61, Baranangsiang, Bogor.
For the enthusiasts of goat-meat satay hotplate and soup, the resto is our top recommendation. Bang Hasan’s establishment serves delicious, authentic goat meat dishes enhanced by fresh milk and distinctive Indonesian spices. You can order goat satay with a choice of soy sauce or peanut sauce, as well as goat soup or curry featuring your choice of cuts—such as leg, meat, or offal. The goat soup is prepared without coconut milk instead. It uses fresh milk and a blend of select spices. The location is also highly strategic and easily accessible, situated close to the Bogor city toll exit.
4. Kedai Kita Sentul
Concept: A family-friendly resto and café serving Indonesian, Western, and Oriental dishes. Location: Taman Budaya Sentul City, Jl. Siliwangi, Babakan Madang, Sentul-Bogor.
The resto is ideal for families or casual gatherings with friends while enjoying a diverse menu. It offers a comfortable atmosphere and situated in an area designed for socializing and dining, placing it close to numerous other cafés. Kedai Kita features a classic minimalist architectural design with spacious, neatly arranged indoor and outdoor dining areas. The menu is varied, offering options such as hotplate noodles or rice, pizza and pasta (including spaghetti bolognese), beef rib soup, black pepper chicken fillet noodles, and more.
5. Kopi Daong
Concept: Pine forest café. Location: Jl. Caringin-Cileungsi, Pancawati, Bogor Regency.
Kopi Daong offers a pine forest ambiance. Although its location outside Bogor city center entails a slightly longer journey, this aesthetic café is well worth the trip. It provides a natural setting featuring lush greenery, open spaces, and stunning outdoor views—perfect for taking photos or enjoying a casual date. Their signature coffee menu ranges from espresso and cappuccino to lattes, all crafted from high-quality beans. As for food, you can try the Chicken Cordon Bleu, various toast options, and cheesy banana or cassava dishes.
6. Teras by Plataran Summarecon
Concept: A special casual dining experience. Location: Summarecon Bogor, Sukaraja District.
This restaurant featuring menu that includes Indonesian specialties and Asian-inspired dishes. Its perfect for a relaxed dining experience amidst the lush mountain landscape of Bogor. Teras by Plataran offers a laid-back dining atmosphere complemented by elegant décor and breathtaking views of Mount Salak and Mount Gede. It is also become a favorite gathering spot that attracts diverse communities for casual events and meals. The menu is varied ranging from Plataran Roundabout Fried Rice and Salmon Fried Rice to Tongseng Bakar (Grilled Curry Stew), Salmon Teriyaki, and Mac & Cheese.
7. Roofpark Bogor
Concept: Rooftop Café-style Resto. Location: RAJA FO Bogor, Jl.Raya Pajajaran No. 3, 3rd Floor, Bogor.
If you’re visiting Bogor specifically hunting for food and clothes at factory outlets or the distro, this spot is a perfect and convenient choice. Roofpark Bogor located on the 3rd floor of Raja FO factory outlet, allowing you to combine these two leisurely activities. Furthermore, there are other factory outlets along the same stretch of road that serve as alternatives.
The menu is extensive, featuring special classic Indonesian dishes such as nasi-liwetan sets, soto tangkar ayam (chicken rib soup), ayam bakar raja (signature grilled chicken), gurame pecak bakar (grilled gourami with spicy pecak sauce), grilled ribs, sop garam asam (sour and salty soup), and nasi ayam plecing (rice with spicy plecing chicken). Western options are also available, including chicken cordon bleu, tenderloin steak, chicken parmigiana, pizza, bolognese, hotdogs, and burgers. A variety of desserts, juices, smoothies, and ice cream are offered as well. Not to be forgotten, the restaurant also features karaoke and billiards facilities.
8. Padre
Concept: A charming Italian-style café and resto. Location: Jl. Pajajaran Indah V No. 37, East Bogor.
This establishment operates as an authentic Italian café and resto with two locations in Bogor: one on Jl. Pajajaran (Baranangsiang) and other on Jl. Kp. Wates (Cibanon, South Bogor). Both locations offer a calm, comfortable, and naturally beautiful ambiance. Additionally, the layout is refreshingly designed with various Instagrammable corners to enjoy with loved ones.
The menu features dishes such as garlic chicken parmesan, bruschetta, calamari fritelle, various salads and soups, as well as a range of pasta and pizza options. Desserts like tortino cioccolato fondente (molten chocolate cake) and mocktails are also available. “Padre” in Italian means “father”, and most unique feature of this resto that the staff consists entirely of men.
9. Nichole’s Kitchen & Lounge
Concept: Good Food & Good Place. Location: Kampoeng Brasco, Jl. Raya Cipanas No. 1, Puncak
Nicole’s Kitchen & Lounge is another restaurant on this list—distinct from Sundanese cuisine—integrated with a factory outlet. It’s connected to Brasco Factory Outlet in Ciloto-Cipanas area of Puncak, Bogor. The venue offers a refreshing open-air natural setting and a relaxed dining experience. The menu features a variety of Indonesian-Peranakan, Thai, and Western dishes, accompanied by a selection of wines. The resto also provides numerous attractive photo spots including a grand staircase, a photogenic swing, a greenhouse, a photo frame installation, and beautiful outdoor area.
10. Grand Garden Cafe & Resto
Concept: A beautiful café set amidst a vast botanical garden. Location: Bogor Botanical Gardens
Grand Garden Café & Resto located within the Bogor Botanical Gardens. Its offering an authentic Indonesian dining experience amidst the fresh with the open scenery of the expansive gardens. If you’re visiting Bogor Botanical Gardens to explore the vast grounds and learn about its diverse plant species, this is a spot you won’t to miss. The combination of beautiful, sweeping green vistas, the café’s lovely and shaded atmosphere, and delicious authentic Indonesian cuisine creates a truly memorable experience.
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