On the way to your hotel in Medan, Indonesia, have you noticed the different restaurants and stalls lined up along the streets? Indeed, there are a lot of dining spots to choose from, but it’s hard for a visitor to know where to start. Here’s a list that will guide you to an exciting food trip around the city.
Cahaya Baru Indian Restaurant
If you’re craving for authentic north-Indian cuisine in Medan, look no further than Cahaya Baru Indian Restaurant. Here, you’ll have endless options of delicious vegetarian and curry dish. Located in Cik Di Tiro Street, this spot has been featured in Kompas.com, Indonesia’s leading multimedia portal, as one of the city’s “best kept secrets”.
Tip Top Restaurant
A unique food joint along Ahmad Yani Street, Tip Top Restaurant traces the history of its dishes way back to the Dutch colonization. Some of the must-try choices are the Ox-tongue sandwich and the Bitterballen, a meat-based snack popular in the Netherlands and Belgium. Also on the menu are freshly baked cakes and pastries. To have the best experience at Tip Top, dine by the veranda and enjoy the view of Kesawan Square.
Mie Aceh Titi Bobrok
This restaurant has been praised by a number of local lifestyle magazines for its “Mie Aceh”, a simple dish of noodle served with chili sauce and crab. Although most people refer to it as the most popular dish in Medan, rumor has it that the secret ingredient in the Mie Aceh is a dash of Acehnese marijuana. Although this is yet to be proven, it has heightened the popularity of Mie Aceh Titi Bobrok's specialty. Aside from Mie Aceh, the restaurant also offers a number of delectable traditional food choices.
Garuda
Named after a large mythical bird, Garuda along Cemara Boulevard is well-known for its “Rendang”, a padang-beef dish cooked in coconut gravy and chili. If that’s not mouthwatering enough, they also serve Ayam Pop, the chicken version of Rendang. These delicious dishes have yielded success to the restaurant, and it has become the first local business to expand by franchising in Medan and other cities.
The Kitchen
Featuring 4 show kitchens and a team of masterful chefs in action, The Kitchen in Hotel Aryaduta Medan is one restaurant you should visit for an elegant dining experience. Expect the best from a selection of various cuisines from Japan to Italy. The restaurant also only uses the freshest ingredients for its steaks, seafood, and pasta, as well as offers a selection of wine from across the globe. While savoring the best dishes, you can marvel at the beautiful view of the streets and other hotels in Medan, Indonesia through its oversized windows.
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