Holiday Ayo - Soto Betawi is a popular Betawi dish in Indonesia. Its savory coconut milk broth, filled with pieces of meat and offal, makes this dish a perennial favorite, especially when enjoyed with chili sauce and emping (rice crackers).

In East Jakarta, there are several soto Betawi restaurants that have been around for decades and are renowned for their consistent flavor.

Here are five legendary soto Betawi restaurants you must try:

1. Soto Sapi Ni'Mat - 1952

Established in 1952, Soto Sapi Ni'Mat is one of the oldest soto stalls in East Jakarta. Its signature dish is its savory coconut milk broth that isn't too thick.

The generous portions and aromatic spices keep this place busy from early morning.

Soto Sapi Ni'Mat is located at Jalan Jatinegara Timur Number 133 A. A portion of soto Betawi with rice costs around Rp 32,000.

Many enjoy the diverse selection of ingredients in Soto Betawi here, from beef, tendons, lungs, intestines, tripe, young bones, and even brisket. The beef is usually taken from the head.

2. Soto Cawang - 1952

From the same era as Soto Sapi Ni'Mat, Soto Cawang is also known as one of the pioneers of Soto Betawi in the Cawang area.

Its creamy broth is filled with abundant meat and tripe. Many loyal customers come to enjoy the fragrant, hot broth.

Open from 8 a.m., Soto Cawang is always a favorite with its loyal customers. The menu is quite extensive, including options like beef, lungs, tripe, tendons, and young bones.

A portion costs around Rp 60,000 with rice. You can find it at Mayor Jendral Sutoyo Street, Number 3, Cawang.

3. Soto Betawi Bang Ririn - 1985

Famous for its thick coconut milk sauce and abundant meat, Soto Betawi Bang Ririn has been a favorite destination since 1985.

This shop also offers a clear soup option for those who prefer a lighter taste. The sambal is quite spicy and suitable for those who enjoy strong flavors.

The soto is served with beef and offal, including tendons. Customers often prefer the lung filling, which remains tender even when drenched in broth.

A portion is priced at IDR 30,000. In addition to soto Betawi, this restaurant also offers a Banyumas specialty, sroto. It is located at Jalan Kramat Asem, Number 56.