TL;DR
In February 2026, Nex Carlos explored 8 restaurants across 4 Indonesian cities, with Warung Ari in Denpasar, Bali, topping the list. Standouts include Warung Lama H. Ridwan in Malang for popularity and Dapur Prasmanan Rosa in Kuta for best value, with total views exceeding 6.5 million.
- Videos
- 8
- Places to eat
- 8
- Cities
- 4
- Total views
- 6.5M
Key takeaways
- Nex Carlos reviewed 8 restaurants in 4 cities during February 2026.
- Warung Ari in Denpasar, Bali, was the top-ranked spot with 1,126,323 YouTube views.
- Warung Lama H. Ridwan in Malang had the highest views at 1,239,281.
- Dapur Prasmanan Rosa in Kuta offered the best value with affordable prices under Rp 25,000.
- Overall engagement included 6.5 million views and over 86,000 likes.
February 2026 brought a diverse lineup of Indonesian culinary gems featured by Nex Carlos, spanning Bali, East Java, and Jakarta. This month’s rankings were calculated using a formula weighing taste, popularity on YouTube, like rate, and price value. From Bali’s famed sate marlin to Malang’s century-old warung, here are the top places to eat according to Nex Carlos’ reviews.
1. Warung Ari — Denpasar
Warung Ari in Denpasar, Bali, earned the top spot with its legendary Sate Marlin, a grilled marlin skewer dish highly praised by Nex Carlos with an enak level of 3/3 (Ga Ada Obat!). This means it’s incredibly delicious, with no equal. The price is very affordable, under Rp 25,000, starting as low as Rp 2,000 per skewer. The video titled "GAK ADA OBAT MEN!! PANTESAN SEHARI BISA LAKU 1000 TUSUK!!" attracted 1,126,323 views, reflecting its popularity and strong recommendation.
2. Warung Lama H. Ridwan — Malang
Located in Malang, East Java, Warung Lama H. Ridwan is a legendary eatery established in 1920. It serves a variety of traditional dishes such as Nasi Rames (mixed rice), Nasi Rawon (beef black soup), Nasi Gule (spiced curry rice), Sate Usus (chicken intestine satay), and Ayam Bumbu (spiced chicken). Rated 2/3 (Badabest!) for taste, it offers moderate prices between Rp 25,000 and Rp 75,000. Its video garnered the highest views this month at 1,239,281, confirming its widespread appeal.
3. Warung Nasi Padang Dibao Untuang — Jakarta Pusat
This central Jakarta spot specializes in Nasi Padang, a famous Indonesian meal featuring steamed rice served with various rich and spicy side dishes. The highlight here is the tunjang (cow’s foot tendon) that Nex Carlos found delicious with an enak level of 2/3 (Badabest!). Prices remain budget-friendly, under Rp 25,000. The video, "BANTAI TUNJANG SEGEDE INI SENDIRIAN!!", reached 745,949 views.
4. Pangsit Mie Malang Barokah Mbah Puji — Malang
Also in Malang, Pangsit Mie Barokah Mbah Puji offers flavorful mie pangsit (noodles with wontons) at an extremely affordable Rp 10,000 per serving. The taste rating is 2/3 (Badabest!), and the vendor is notable for its long-standing history and late-night availability. The video attracted 609,002 views, highlighting its loyal following.
5. Dapur Prasmanan Rosa — Kuta
Dapur Prasmanan Rosa in Kuta, Bali, is a halal prasmanan (buffet-style) warung offering a wide variety of Javanese dishes. It stands out as the best value pick this month due to its cheap prices under Rp 25,000 and generous free extras. The taste level is rated 2/3 (Badabest!), and the video earned 594,959 views.
Highlights
The tastiest food of the month was Warung Ari's Sate Marlin in Denpasar, Bali, rated 3/3 (Ga Ada Obat!). The best value spot was Dapur Prasmanan Rosa in Kuta, Bali, thanks to its low prices and many freebies. The most popular place on YouTube was Warung Lama H. Ridwan in Malang, East Java, with 1,239,281 views. Overall, the month’s featured videos gathered over 6.5 million views and more than 86,000 likes across 8 restaurants in 4 cities.
Full ranking
| # | Place | Location | Enak level | Price | YouTube | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warung Ari · Sate Marlin | Denpasar, Bali | 🏆 Ga Ada Obat! | Murah (< Rp 25k) | 1.1M views · 1.29% 👍 | 87 |
| 2 | Warung Lama H. Ridwan · Nasi Rames, Nasi Rawon, Nasi Gule, Sate Usus, Ayam Bumbu | Malang, Jawa Timur | 💥 Badabest! | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 1.2M views · 1.19% 👍 | 67 |
| 3 | Warung Nasi Padang Dibao Untuang · Nasi Padang | Jakarta Pusat, DKI Jakarta | 💥 Badabest! | Murah (< Rp 25k) | 746K views · 1.33% 👍 | 47 |
| 4 | Pangsit Mie Malang Barokah Mbah Puji · Mie Pangsit | Malang, Jawa Timur | 💥 Badabest! | Rp 10.000 | 609K views · 1.75% 👍 | 45 |
| 5 | Dapur Prasmanan Rosa · Makanan Jawa | Kuta, Bali | 💥 Badabest! | Murah (< Rp 25k) | 595K views · 1.35% 👍 | 45 |
| 6 | Bakso Bakar Pak Man · Bakso | Malang, Jawa Timur | 💥 Badabest! | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 600K views · 1.26% 👍 | 41 |
| 7 | Mandalawangi Oseng Daging · Oseng Daging dan Bebek Goreng | Denpasar, Bali | 💥 Badabest! | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 684K views · 1.28% 👍 | 29 |
| 8 | Sego Ceker Glintung Malang · Nasi Ceker | Malang, Jawa Timur | 🔥 Enak | Murah (< Rp 25k) | 914K views · 1.3% 👍 | 24 |
Highlights
- TastiestWarung AriDenpasar · 🏆 Ga Ada Obat!
- Best valueDapur Prasmanan RosaKuta · Murah (< Rp 25k)
- Most popular on YouTubeWarung Lama H. RidwanMalang · 1.2M views
Frequently asked questions
What was Nex Carlos' best food spot in February 2026?
Warung Ari in Denpasar, Bali, was the top food spot with its highly praised Sate Marlin and a perfect enak level of 3/3.
Which Nex Carlos pick was the cheapest this month?
Pangsit Mie Malang Barokah Mbah Puji in Malang offered noodles with wontons at just Rp 10,000 per serving, the cheapest among the picks.
Which restaurant had the most YouTube views in February 2026?
Warung Lama H. Ridwan in Malang had the most views, with 1,239,281 views on its video.
What Indonesian dishes were featured in the top-ranked restaurants?
Featured dishes included Sate Marlin, Nasi Rames, Nasi Rawon, Nasi Padang with tunjang, mie pangsit, and Javanese buffet dishes.
February 2026 showcased a rich variety of Indonesian culinary delights through Nex Carlos’ reviews, highlighting both legendary and affordable eateries. From Bali’s outstanding Sate Marlin at Warung Ari to Malang’s historic Warung Lama H. Ridwan, the month offered something for every palate and budget. These picks not only reflect great taste but also strong local popularity and value, making them must-visit spots for food lovers exploring Indonesia.
How we rank
The 0–100 score is computed from data: 45% enak level (Nex Carlos' on-camera verdict: 1 = Enak/tasty, 2 = Badabest!, 3 = Ga Ada Obat/"no cure", his highest praise), 25% YouTube views, 10% like rate and 20% price (cheaper scores higher). Views, likes and prices are compared among places in the same period.
Video sources
- GAK ADA OBAT MEN!! PANTESAN SEHARI BISA LAKU 1000 TUSUK!! · YouTube
- ADA MENU DARI PAK BONDAN DI WARUNG BERUSIA 1 ABAD INI!! · YouTube
- BANTAI TUNJANG SEGEDE INI SENDIRIAN!! · YouTube
- SALUT!! UDAH 88 TAHUN MASIH SEMANGAT JUALAN SAMPE TENGAH MALEM!! · YouTube
- PUSING MILIH LAUK DI SINI, TAPI BANYAK GRATISANNYA!! · YouTube
- KHILAF MAKAN BAKSO SEBANYAK INI!! · YouTube
- WARUNG 24 JAM YANG BIKIN NGILER, SAMPE ANTRI PANJANG!! · YouTube
- 5 TAHUN LALU GAGAL, AKHIRNYA SEKARANG BISA MAKAN DI SINI!! · YouTube
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