Best of Nex Carlos September 2026: Top 10 Places to Eat

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September 2026 was a vibrant month for Indonesian culinary exploration on Nex Carlos’ channel, with 9 videos covering 11 restaurants across 4 cities. From the legendary ayam goreng kampung of Garut to Jakarta’s hidden gems, this edition highlights the best places to eat based on taste, popularity, and value.

1. Bah Emod — Garut

Bah Emod in Garut, Jawa Barat, tops the list with its legendary ayam goreng kampung and ikan goreng. This eatery has thrived for over 70 years at Pasar Ciawitali, serving fried village chicken cooked traditionally by hand without artificial seasonings. Its sambal khas Sunda (Sundanese chili sauce) complements the natural flavors perfectly. Rated 3/3 (Ga Ada Obat!) on Nex Carlos’ enak scale and priced moderately between Rp 25,000 to 75,000, Bah Emod attracted over 2 million YouTube views, making it both the tastiest and most popular spot this month.

2. Sop Iga Nyak Cantik — Jakarta

Located behind the Paspampres headquarters, Sop Iga Nyak Cantik offers authentic Betawi cuisine, especially its sop iga (beef rib soup). This humble warung impresses with its rich flavors at very affordable prices ranging from Rp 5,000 to Rp 45,000. With an enak level of 2/3 (Badabest!) and over 1.1 million views, it’s a must-visit for those seeking traditional Jakarta tastes off the beaten path.

3. Sate Maranggi Kolong — Purwakarta

Sate Maranggi Kolong in Purwakarta, Jawa Barat, is famous for selling more than 10,000 skewers a day under a toll bridge. Its signature sate (grilled meat skewers) features a delicious marinade that keeps customers coming back. It holds a 2/3 enak rating and moderate prices (Rp 25,000-75,000), with nearly 737,000 YouTube views, reflecting its popularity despite the unassuming location.

4. Cuankie Special Mang Epul — Garut

Cuankie Mang Epul is a budget-friendly spot in Garut offering cuanki, a popular Indonesian street food of fish meatballs and assorted fillings in savory broth. Established since 2004, it remains a favorite for late-night meals with prices below Rp 25,000. Rated 1/3 (Enak) on the enak scale, it attracted over 1 million views, earning it the best value highlight for affordable yet tasty food.

5. Restoran Mawar Sharon Kawasan Megamas — Manado

This Manado restaurant is known for its tender ayam goreng (fried chicken) infused with rich spices and served alongside fresh lalapan (raw vegetables) and sambal terasi, a traditional chili shrimp paste. Priced moderately (Rp 25,000-75,000) and rated 2/3 (Badabest!), Mawar Sharon offers a flavorful taste of North Sulawesi cuisine, supported by 880,000 YouTube views.

September 2026’s Nex Carlos food journey highlighted a rich variety of Indonesian culinary treasures, from the time-honored ayam goreng kampung of Garut to Jakarta’s hidden gems and Manado’s flavorful fried chicken. With a balanced ranking system emphasizing taste, popularity, and value, these top picks offer both locals and international food lovers a curated roadmap to some of Indonesia’s best dining experiences this month.

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