TL;DR
Between August 10 and 16, 2026, Nex Carlos reviewed 1 restaurant in Manado. The top recommendation is Rm.Minang Putra, known for its unique Nasi Padang with sambal dabu-dabu and a balanced price range of Rp 25-75k.
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- Places to eat
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- Total views
- 1.4M
Key takeaways
- Nex Carlos reviewed 1 restaurant in Manado this week.
- Rm.Minang Putra is the #1 pick with 513,307 YouTube views.
- The restaurant serves Nasi Padang with a Manado twist using sambal dabu-dabu.
- Price range is moderate at Rp 25-75k, offering good value.
- Overall score is 28 out of 100 based on enak level, views, likes, and price.
This week, Nex Carlos explored the flavors of Manado in Sulawesi Utara with a single featured restaurant. The spotlight is on Rm.Minang Putra, a Padang-style eatery that surprises with a local sambal twist. Below is a detailed look at the top pick and notable highlights from the period of August 10 to 16, 2026.
1. Rm.Minang Putra — Manado
Rm.Minang Putra in Manado offers a unique take on Nasi Padang, a popular Indonesian dish featuring steamed rice served with various flavorful side dishes like rendang (spicy beef stew) and ayam bakar (grilled chicken). What sets this restaurant apart is its use of sambal dabu-dabu, a fresh and spicy chili condiment native to Manado, adding a distinct local flavor to the classic Padang dishes. The rendang here is noted for its tender and delicious texture.
The restaurant earned an enak level rating of 1 out of 3 (Enak), indicating a tasty experience. Prices range moderately between Rp 25,000 and 75,000, making it accessible while maintaining quality. With 513,307 YouTube views and a like rate of 1.22%, Rm.Minang Putra scored 28 out of 100 based on Nex Carlos’ ranking formula, which weighs taste, popularity, likes, and price value.
Full ranking
| # | Place | Location | Enak level | Price | YouTube | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rm.Minang Putra · Nasi Padang | Manado, Sulawesi Utara | 🔥 Enak | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 513K views · 1.22% 👍 | 28 |
Highlights
- TastiestRm.Minang PutraManado · 🔥 Enak
- Best valueRm.Minang PutraManado · Sedang (Rp 25-75k)
- Most popular on YouTubeRm.Minang PutraManado · 513K views
Frequently asked questions
What did Nex Carlos recommend this week?
Nex Carlos recommended Rm.Minang Putra in Manado, featuring unique Nasi Padang with sambal dabu-dabu.
Which Nex Carlos pick this week is the cheapest?
Rm.Minang Putra is moderately priced between Rp 25,000 and 75,000, offering good value.
What is sambal dabu-dabu used in Rm.Minang Putra’s dishes?
Sambal dabu-dabu is a fresh, spicy chili condiment from Manado that adds a local twist to traditional Nasi Padang.
How popular was Rm.Minang Putra on YouTube?
The video about Rm.Minang Putra received 513,307 views, making it the most popular this week.
In summary, this week’s Nex Carlos recommendation highlights a single standout restaurant in Manado. Rm.Minang Putra offers a distinctive fusion of Padang flavors with Manado’s sambal dabu-dabu, delivering both taste and value. Its strong online popularity reflects growing interest in regional Indonesian culinary blends.
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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