Kaum Jakarta

Kaum Jakarta is a restaurant in Menteng centred on the culinary diversity of Indonesia. Its menu draws from traditions across the archipelago, including Aceh, Sulawesi, Maluku, Bali and Java, reflecting the different ingredients, techniques and eating customs found among the country’s many communities.

The cooking focuses on traditional methods rather than a single regional style. Bamboo grilling, fermentation, pit roasting, manual grinding and skewer grilling all feature in the kitchen’s approach. This gives the restaurant a broad, regional character, with dishes shaped by Indonesian culinary practices and the produce associated with them.

Kaum’s drinks follow a similar direction. Cocktails use fruit and spices alongside local spirits, with some spirits rested in handmade ceramic clay pots. The result is a food and drinks programme that places Indonesian ingredients and techniques at the centre of the dining experience.

Located on Jl. Dr. Kusuma Atmaja in Menteng, Jakarta, the restaurant suits diners looking for a considered introduction to regional Indonesian cooking, as well as those seeking a meal built around less familiar culinary traditions. The menu’s range makes it relevant for diners interested in comparing flavours and methods from different parts of the archipelago rather than focusing on one local cuisine.

Kaum operates for lunch and dinner. Sunday to Thursday service runs from 11am to 10pm, while Friday and Saturday service continues until 11pm. Reservations are available through the restaurant, making advance planning practical for meals with a set schedule or larger dining parties. The address places Kaum within Menteng, an area known for restaurants, cultural venues and leafy residential streets.