TL;DR
In the week of Dec 29, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026, Nex Carlos reviewed 2 places across 2 cities: Palembang and Ciledug. The #1 pick is Kue Lapangan Hatta in Palembang, known for its affordable traditional Indonesian snacks. Soto Bintang in Ciledug stood out as the tastiest and most popular on YouTube with 887,288 views.
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- Places to eat
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- Total views
- 1.5M
Key takeaways
- Nex Carlos reviewed 2 restaurants in 2 cities this week.
- Kue Lapangan Hatta in Palembang ranked #1 for best overall score.
- Soto Bintang Ciledug was rated tastiest and had the most YouTube views (887,288).
- Kue Lapangan Hatta offers the best value with prices from Rp 2,500 to Rp 30,000.
- Both places received a 2/3 enak level rating (Badabest!).
This week, Nex Carlos explored two distinct culinary spots in Indonesia, spotlighting both street food and traditional dishes. From Palembang's famed jajanan (snack) hub to a flavorful soto (Indonesian meat broth soup) in Ciledug, these picks offered delicious meals at affordable prices, drawing over 1.5 million combined YouTube views.
1. Kue Lapangan Hatta — Palembang
Kue Lapangan Hatta in Palembang, South Sumatera, takes the top spot this week with a score of 53 out of 100. This spot specializes in jajanan, a term for traditional Indonesian snacks and sweets, offering a variety of tasty options at very affordable prices ranging from Rp 2,500 to Rp 30,000. Nex Carlos rated its enak level as 2 out of 3 (Badabest!), highlighting the rich flavors and great value. The video titled "BANTAI SARAPAN SEPANJANG JALAN INI!!!" garnered 654,729 views, reflecting strong interest in this local favorite.
2. Soto Bintang Ciledug — Ciledug
Soto Bintang in Ciledug, DKI Jakarta, is known for its hearty soto, a traditional Indonesian soup featuring meat and spices. Nex Carlos praised the strong broth and blend of rempah (spices), giving it an enak level of 2 out of 3 (Badabest!). Prices are very reasonable, between Rp 14,000 and Rp 19,000. This eatery attracted the most YouTube views this week with 887,288 views and was deemed the tastiest by Nex Carlos. The video titled "GOKIL!! PESEN SOTO DAPET BALUNGAN SEBUANYAK INI!!" showcases the generous portions and flavorful experience.
Highlights
Soto Bintang Ciledug was the tastiest dish this week and also the most popular on YouTube with 887,288 views. Kue Lapangan Hatta in Palembang offered the best value with prices starting as low as Rp 2,500, making it accessible for all budgets. Both places share the same enak level rating of 2/3 (Badabest!), confirming their quality and taste satisfaction according to Nex Carlos' criteria.
Full ranking
| # | Place | Location | Enak level | Price | YouTube | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kue Lapangan Hatta · Jajanan | Palembang, Sumatera Selatan | 💥 Badabest! | Rp 2.500 - Rp 30.000 | 655K views · 1.27% 👍 | 53 |
| 2 | Soto Bintang Ciledug · Soto | Ciledug, DKI Jakarta | 💥 Badabest! | Rp 14.000 - Rp 19.000 | 887K views · 1.09% 👍 | 48 |
Highlights
- TastiestSoto Bintang CiledugCiledug · 💥 Badabest!
- Best valueKue Lapangan HattaPalembang · Rp 2.500 - Rp 30.000
- Most popular on YouTubeSoto Bintang CiledugCiledug · 887K views
Frequently asked questions
What did Nex Carlos recommend this week?
Nex Carlos recommended two places: Kue Lapangan Hatta in Palembang and Soto Bintang in Ciledug.
Which Nex Carlos pick this week is the cheapest?
Kue Lapangan Hatta in Palembang is the cheapest, with prices ranging from Rp 2,500 to Rp 30,000.
Which place was the most popular on YouTube?
Soto Bintang Ciledug was the most popular, with 887,288 YouTube views.
What is the enak level rating for these restaurants?
Both Kue Lapangan Hatta and Soto Bintang received an enak level rating of 2/3, labeled Badabest!.
This week’s Nex Carlos recommendations highlight affordable and flavorful Indonesian food from two different cities. Whether you seek traditional snacks in Palembang or a rich, spiced soto in Ciledug, these picks deliver satisfying meals that have captivated over 1.5 million viewers online. Keep an eye on these spots for authentic tastes and great value.
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
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