Best of Nex Carlos May 2026: Top 9 Food Spots Reviewed

Videos

9

Places to eat

9

Cities

6

Total views

6.2M

May 2026 was a flavorful month for Nex Carlos, who explored nine distinct restaurants spanning six cities in Indonesia. From Jakarta’s beloved Iga Bakar WARUNGAN to unique Sundanese dishes in Majalengka and hearty Banten specialties, this roundup highlights the best places to eat as rated by Nex Carlos’ signature ‘enak level’ and YouTube popularity.

1. Iga Bakar WARUNGAN — Jakarta

Iga Bakar WARUNGAN in Jakarta takes the top spot this month, offering grilled ribs (iga bakar) that impressed Nex Carlos with their rich flavor and affordable prices ranging from Rp 30,000 to Rp 60,000. Rated 2 out of 3 on the enak level scale (‘Badabest!’), this warung’s video attracted 1,104,179 views, making it the most popular on YouTube for May 2026. The combination of quality taste and wallet-friendly pricing helped it score 65 points, the highest among all reviewed spots.

2. Sangu Akeul Cigaleuh Rumah Makan Sunda Khas Majalengka — Majalengka

Ranked second, Sangu Akeul Cigaleuh in Majalengka serves authentic Sundanese cuisine, including pencok katel, bebek goreng (fried duck), and ayam bakar (grilled chicken). With an enak level of 2/3 (‘Badabest!’) and moderate prices between Rp 25,000 to Rp 75,000, this restaurant offers unique local flavors that caught Nex Carlos’ attention. Its video has over 824,000 views, reflecting strong interest in regional Indonesian food.

3. Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur — Cikupa

Pondok Singkawang in Cikupa, Banten, is known for its nasi campur, an Indonesian mixed rice dish with various side dishes. Priced moderately at Rp 25,000 to Rp 75,000, and rated 2/3 on the enak scale, this hidden gem attracted buyers from Korea and Thailand, according to Nex Carlos. It earned a 45-point score, supported by 648,120 YouTube views and a high like rate.

4. RM Cep Udin Angeun Lada — Pandeglang

RM Cep Udin in Pandeglang offers Angeun Lada, a traditional Bantenese spicy offal soup flavored with daun walang (a local aromatic leaf). This dish, with a ‘Badabest!’ enak level and moderate pricing, was noted for its surprising taste that contradicted its name. The restaurant’s video received 654,101 views, contributing to its respectable ranking at fourth place.

5. Sop Janda Ibu Darmi — Cikarang

Sop Janda Ibu Darmi in Cikarang specializes in sop iga, a spicy beef rib soup served in large portions at Rp 60,000 per bowl. Rated ‘Badabest!’ for taste, this spot is popular for its full chili flavor and volume, selling approximately 300 kilograms daily. Its video garnered 759,793 views, placing it fifth in the monthly ranking.

May 2026 showcased a diverse culinary journey led by Nex Carlos, highlighting standout Indonesian dishes from grilled ribs in Jakarta to unique Sundanese and Banten specialties. Whether you seek the tastiest ribs, authentic regional flavors, or budget-friendly meals, this month’s top picks offer something for every food enthusiast exploring Indonesia.

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