TL;DR
Nex Carlos reviewed 2 restaurants from Jul 27 to Aug 2, 2026, with Mie Sop Amanda in Jakarta as the #1 pick. The standout places are Mie Sop Amanda for tastiest and best value, and Ragey Von Von in Tomohon for affordable jumbo sate.
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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: Jakarta and Tomohon.
- Mie Sop Amanda in Jakarta is the top pick with a score of 68 and 823,216 YouTube views.
- Mie Sop Amanda offers Medan-style noodle soups with a strong black pepper broth.
- Ragey Von Von in Tomohon serves jumbo sate, cooked for 8 hours, at under Rp 25,000.
- Mie Sop Amanda ranks highest for tastiest, best value, and most popular on YouTube.
This week, Nex Carlos explored two unique culinary spots across Indonesia, offering authentic regional flavors in Jakarta and Tomohon. From Medan-style noodle soups hidden inside a used bookstore to jumbo sate slow-cooked to perfection, these picks highlight both taste and value.
1. Mie Sop Amanda — Jakarta
Mie Sop Amanda is located in Jakarta, DKI Jakarta province, and specializes in Medan-style noodles such as Mie Sop, Mie Gomak, and Mie Pocal. These dishes feature a distinctive spiced broth with a dominant black pepper flavor, providing an authentic taste of Medan right in the capital city. The eatery is uniquely situated inside a used bookstore, offering a cozy and unusual dining experience. Priced moderately between Rp 25,000 and Rp 75,000, it earned an enak level of 2/3 (Badabest!) and scored 68 out of 100 based on Nex Carlos’ ranking method. The video titled "CUMA DI SINI PERPUS YANG BOLEH MAKAN SAMBIL BERISIK!!" attracted 823,216 views, making it the most popular video this week.
2. Ragey Von Von — Tomohon
Ragey Von Von in Tomohon, Sulawesi Utara, is known for its jumbo sate, which takes 8 hours to cook thoroughly. This grilled meat dish is a local favorite and is offered at a very affordable price under Rp 25,000. Rated enak level 1/3 (Enak), it scored 10 out of 100 in Nex Carlos’ scoring system, largely due to its low price and decent taste. The video "SATE JUMBO INI 8 JAM BARU MATENG!!" received 571,520 views and a like rate of 1.34%, highlighting its appeal among viewers seeking hearty, budget-friendly Indonesian street food.
Highlights
Mie Sop Amanda stands out as the tastiest option this week, with its authentic Medan noodle soups and balanced pricing. It also offers the best value, given its moderate prices and high enak level. Additionally, it was the most popular restaurant on YouTube with 823,216 views, reflecting strong viewer interest and engagement. Ragey Von Von’s jumbo sate is notable for affordability and unique preparation time, making it a worthy mention for those exploring local flavors in Tomohon.
Full ranking
| # | Place | Location | Enak level | Price | YouTube | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mie Sop Amanda · Mie Medan (Mie Sop, Mie Gomak, Mie Pocal) | Jakarta, DKI Jakarta | 💥 Badabest! | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 823K views · 1.06% 👍 | 68 |
| 2 | Ragey Von Von · Sate | Tomohon, Sulawesi Utara | 🔥 Enak | Murah (< Rp 25k) | 572K views · 1.34% 👍 | 10 |
Highlights
- TastiestMie Sop AmandaJakarta · 💥 Badabest!
- Best valueMie Sop AmandaJakarta · Sedang (Rp 25-75k)
- Most popular on YouTubeMie Sop AmandaJakarta · 823K views
Frequently asked questions
What did Nex Carlos recommend this week?
Nex Carlos recommended two places: Mie Sop Amanda in Jakarta and Ragey Von Von in Tomohon.
Which Nex Carlos pick this week is the cheapest?
Ragey Von Von in Tomohon is the cheapest, with prices under Rp 25,000 for jumbo sate.
What is special about Mie Sop Amanda in Jakarta?
Mie Sop Amanda serves Medan-style noodle soups with a distinctive black pepper broth inside a used bookstore, offering authentic taste and moderate prices.
How popular were the videos this week?
The videos totaled 1,394,736 views, with Mie Sop Amanda’s video leading at 823,216 views.
This week’s Nex Carlos recommendations showcase Indonesia’s rich regional diversity, from the spiced noodle soups of Medan served in Jakarta to the slow-cooked jumbo sate of Tomohon. Both spots offer distinct experiences and flavors, catering to different budgets and tastes, and are well worth exploring for lovers of 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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