TL;DR
From May 11 to May 17, 2026, Nex Carlos reviewed 2 restaurants across 2 cities in Indonesia. The top pick is Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur in Cikupa, Banten, with standouts including the tastiest Sop Janda Ibu Darmi in Cikarang, West Java, totaling over 1.4 million views.
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- Places to eat
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- Total views
- 1.4M
Key takeaways
- Nex Carlos reviewed 2 restaurants in 2 cities during this period.
- Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur in Cikupa ranks #1 with a score of 53.
- Sop Janda Ibu Darmi in Cikarang is the tastiest and most popular with 759,793 views.
- Both places serve Indonesian dishes priced moderately between Rp 25,000 and Rp 75,000.
- Sop Janda Ibu Darmi offers a spicy beef rib soup with jumbo portions for Rp 60,000.
This week, Nex Carlos explored two notable Indonesian eateries in Banten and West Java provinces. His reviews focused on traditional dishes—nasi campur and sop iga—that showcase local flavors with affordable pricing. Here’s a detailed recap of his top recommendations from May 11 to May 17, 2026.
1. Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur — Cikupa
Located in Cikupa, Banten, Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur serves nasi campur, an Indonesian mixed rice dish featuring various side dishes. Prices start at Rp 38,000, falling into the moderate range of Rp 25,000 to Rp 75,000. Nex Carlos rated the food as 'Badabest!' (2/3 on his enak scale), reflecting strong approval. This humble eatery ranks first due to its balanced score of taste, value, and popularity, with over 648,000 YouTube views. The video titled "TEMPATNYA NGUMPET PARAH, TAPI PEMBELINYA ORANG KOREA DAN THAILAND!!" highlights the restaurant’s hidden charm and international appeal.
2. Sop Janda Ibu Darmi — Cikarang
Sop Janda Ibu Darmi in Cikarang, West Java, specializes in sop iga, a spicy Indonesian beef rib soup known for its rich broth and large portions. Priced at Rp 60,000 per serving, it offers great value for generous size and bold flavors. Nex Carlos assigned it the same 'Badabest!' rating (2/3) and noted its popularity with 759,793 YouTube views, the highest this week. The video "SOP IGA FULL CABE UKURAN JUMBO!! SEHARI LUDES 300 KILO!!" emphasizes the dish’s spicy kick and high demand, selling 300 kilograms of ribs daily.
Highlights
Sop Janda Ibu Darmi stands out as the tastiest dish this week and also leads in YouTube popularity with 759,793 views. Meanwhile, Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur offers the best value, combining affordable prices and strong overall appeal. Both restaurants showcase distinctive Indonesian culinary traditions within their respective regions, contributing to a diverse and flavorful food map.
Full ranking
| # | Place | Location | Enak level | Price | YouTube | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur · Nasi Campur | Cikupa, Banten | 💥 Badabest! | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 648K views · 1.39% 👍 | 53 |
| 2 | Sop Janda Ibu Darmi · Sop Iga | Cikarang, Jawa Barat | 💥 Badabest! | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 760K views · 1.34% 👍 | 48 |
Highlights
- TastiestSop Janda Ibu DarmiCikarang · 💥 Badabest!
- Best valuePondok Singkawang Nasi CampurCikupa · Sedang (Rp 25-75k)
- Most popular on YouTubeSop Janda Ibu DarmiCikarang · 760K views
Frequently asked questions
What did Nex Carlos recommend this week?
Nex Carlos recommended two restaurants: Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur in Cikupa and Sop Janda Ibu Darmi in Cikarang.
Which Nex Carlos pick this week is the cheapest?
Pondok Singkawang Nasi Campur offers the best value with prices starting from Rp 38,000, within a moderate range of Rp 25,000 to Rp 75,000.
What Indonesian dishes were featured?
The featured dishes were nasi campur (mixed rice with various sides) and sop iga (spicy beef rib soup).
Which place had the most YouTube views?
Sop Janda Ibu Darmi had the most views with 759,793 during this week.
In summary, this week’s Nex Carlos recommendations highlight two Indonesian culinary gems: the flavorful nasi campur from Pondok Singkawang in Banten and the spicy, hearty sop iga from Sop Janda Ibu Darmi in West Java. Both offer great taste and value, making them worthy stops for food enthusiasts exploring Indonesian cuisine.
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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