TL;DR
Between April 27 and May 3, 2026, Nex Carlos reviewed 2 restaurants across 2 cities, with Iga Bakar WARUNGAN in Jakarta taking the top spot. Highlights include tasty grilled ribs and affordable local eel dishes.
- Videos
- 2
- Places to eat
- 2
- Cities
- 2
- Total views
- 1.9M
Key takeaways
- Nex Carlos reviewed 2 restaurants in Jakarta and Pandeglang this week.
- Iga Bakar WARUNGAN in Jakarta ranked #1 with 1,104,179 YouTube views and a 2/3 enak level.
- Rumah Makan Belut Karang Tanjung in Pandeglang offers affordable eel and local dishes with a strong sambal.
- Total views for the two videos reached 1,943,375 with 24,902 likes.
- Ranking factors included Nex Carlos’ enak level, views, like rate, and price value.
This week, Nex Carlos explored two culinary gems in Indonesia, spotlighting authentic local flavors from Jakarta and Pandeglang. Both eateries earned the 'Badabest!' enak level, reflecting Nex’s strong approval, while showcasing affordable prices and unique regional specialties.
1. Iga Bakar WARUNGAN — Jakarta
Iga Bakar WARUNGAN in Jakarta serves grilled ribs (Iga Bakar) known for their delicious taste and budget-friendly prices ranging from Rp 30,000 to Rp 60,000. Nex Carlos rated it 2/3 on the enak scale, labeling it 'Badabest!' and praised it as 'the best.' The video titled 'WARUNG PINGGIR JALAN INI SAMPAI DIKOREKSI MENUNYA OLEH CHEF JUNA!!' gathered 1,104,179 views, making it the most popular video this week. The balance of flavor, affordability, and strong viewer engagement helped secure its top position with a score of 58 out of 100.
2. Rumah Makan Belut Karang Tanjung — Pandeglang
Located in Pandeglang, Rumah Makan Belut Karang Tanjung specializes in eel dishes and other local specialties, priced moderately between Rp 25,000 and Rp 75,000. Nex Carlos gave it a 2/3 enak rating ('Badabest!') and particularly enjoyed the sambal (chili sauce) served here. The video titled 'PESENNYA DIKIT TAPI YANG DATENG SEBANYAK INI!!' attracted 839,196 views. This restaurant was recognized for its good value and regional authenticity, scoring 43 out of 100 in Nex Carlos’ ranking system.
Highlights
The tastiest dish this week was Iga Bakar WARUNGAN’s grilled ribs, praised for their rich flavor and affordability. The best value pick goes to Rumah Makan Belut Karang Tanjung for offering a satisfying local experience at moderate prices. Iga Bakar WARUNGAN also led in popularity with over 1.1 million YouTube views, demonstrating strong viewer interest in Jakarta’s street food scene. The ranking method weighted taste, views, like rate, and price to determine the final scores.
Full ranking
| # | Place | Location | Enak level | Price | YouTube | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iga Bakar WARUNGAN · Iga Bakar | Jakarta, DKI Jakarta | 💥 Badabest! | Rp 30.000 - Rp 60.000 | 1.1M views · 1.37% 👍 | 58 |
| 2 | Rumah Makan Belut Karang Tanjung · Belut dan makanan khas daerah | Pandeglang, Banten | 💥 Badabest! | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 839K views · 1.17% 👍 | 43 |
Highlights
- TastiestIga Bakar WARUNGANJakarta · 💥 Badabest!
- Best valueRumah Makan Belut Karang TanjungPandeglang · Sedang (Rp 25-75k)
- Most popular on YouTubeIga Bakar WARUNGANJakarta · 1.1M views
Frequently asked questions
What did Nex Carlos recommend this week?
Nex Carlos recommended two restaurants: Iga Bakar WARUNGAN in Jakarta and Rumah Makan Belut Karang Tanjung in Pandeglang.
Which Nex Carlos pick this week is the cheapest?
Iga Bakar WARUNGAN in Jakarta offers the cheapest prices, from Rp 30,000 to Rp 60,000.
What Indonesian dishes were featured this week?
The featured dishes were grilled ribs (Iga Bakar) in Jakarta and eel with local specialties in Pandeglang.
Which video was the most popular on YouTube?
The video about Iga Bakar WARUNGAN in Jakarta was the most popular, with 1,104,179 views.
This week’s Nex Carlos recommendations highlight the diversity and affordability of Indonesian street and regional cuisine, with Jakarta’s Iga Bakar WARUNGAN leading for flavor and popularity, and Pandeglang’s Rumah Makan Belut Karang Tanjung offering a great value experience. Both spots are well worth exploring for international food lovers seeking authentic local tastes.
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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