TL;DR
Between September 7 and 13, 2026, Nex Carlos reviewed 2 restaurants across 2 cities, with Cuankie Special Mang Epul in Garut as the top pick. Standouts include the tastiest Sate Maranggi Kolong in Purwakarta, with over 1.8 million total views and 12,551 likes combined.
- Videos
- 2
- Places to eat
- 2
- Cities
- 2
- Total views
- 1.8M
Key takeaways
- Nex Carlos reviewed 2 restaurants in 2 different cities in West Java.
- Cuankie Special Mang Epul in Garut ranked #1 with the best value and most popular video (1,084,653 views).
- Sate Maranggi Kolong in Purwakarta was rated the tastiest with a strong like rate of 73%.
- Both places offer affordable Indonesian street food: cuanki and sate maranggi.
- The ranking factors included taste, views, like rate, and price value.
This week, Nex Carlos explored two Indonesian street food spots in West Java, highlighting affordable and flavorful local specialties. From Garut's beloved cuanki to Purwakarta's famous sate maranggi, these picks showcase regional favorites that have captured the attention of viewers worldwide.
1. Cuankie Special Mang Epul — Garut
Cuankie Special Mang Epul in Garut, Jawa Barat, is a cuanki stall that has been serving since 2004. Cuanki is an Indonesian fish ball soup, here made with mackerel (ikan tenggiri) and a variety of fillings. It offers great value with prices under Rp 25,000, making it an ideal dinner option. Nex Carlos gave it an enak level of 1/3 (Enak) and a score of 45 out of 100. The video titled "IN THIS ECONOMY MASIH ADA MAKANAN HARGA 500-AN!!" attracted 1,084,653 views, making it the most popular video this week. The stall's affordability and authentic taste earned it the top spot.
2. Sate Maranggi Kolong — Purwakarta
Sate Maranggi Kolong, located under the Darangdan toll bridge in Purwakarta, Jawa Barat, serves the iconic sate maranggi, a type of Indonesian grilled meat skewer marinated in a special blend of spices. Nex Carlos rated it 2/3 (Badabest!) in enak level and gave it a score of 33 out of 100. Despite a moderate price range of Rp 25,000–75,000, this warung sells over 10,000 skewers daily, reflecting its popularity. The video "PADAHAL CUMA JUAL DI KOLONG JALAN, TAPI SEHARI BISA LAKU 10 RIBU TUSUK SATE!!" achieved 736,993 views and a high like rate of 73%. Its distinctive taste made it the tastiest pick of the week.
Highlights
The tastiest dish this week was Sate Maranggi Kolong in Purwakarta, praised for its flavorful marinade and high daily sales volume. The best value went to Cuankie Special Mang Epul in Garut, offering satisfying cuanki for less than Rp 25,000. Cuankie Special Mang Epul also had the most popular video on YouTube with over 1 million views, showing strong audience interest in affordable street food during challenging economic times.
Full ranking
| # | Place | Location | Enak level | Price | YouTube | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cuankie Special Mang Epul · Cuanki | Garut, Jawa Barat | 🔥 Enak | Murah (< Rp 25k) | 1.1M views · 0.66% 👍 | 45 |
| 2 | Sate Maranggi Kolong · Sate | Purwakarta, Jawa Barat | 💥 Badabest! | Sedang (Rp 25-75k) | 737K views · 0.73% 👍 | 33 |
Highlights
- TastiestSate Maranggi KolongPurwakarta · 💥 Badabest!
- Best valueCuankie Special Mang EpulGarut · Murah (< Rp 25k)
- Most popular on YouTubeCuankie Special Mang EpulGarut · 1.1M views
Frequently asked questions
What did Nex Carlos recommend this week?
Nex Carlos recommended two places: Cuankie Special Mang Epul in Garut and Sate Maranggi Kolong in Purwakarta.
Which Nex Carlos pick this week is the cheapest?
Cuankie Special Mang Epul in Garut is the cheapest, with prices under Rp 25,000.
What is cuanki, as featured in this week's top pick?
Cuanki is an Indonesian fish ball soup, often served with various fillings, popular in Garut.
Where is Sate Maranggi Kolong located and what makes it special?
It is located under the Darangdan toll bridge in Purwakarta and is known for selling over 10,000 marinated grilled meat skewers daily.
This week’s Nex Carlos recommendations highlight the rich and affordable street food culture of West Java, spotlighting cuanki in Garut and sate maranggi in Purwakarta. Both places combine authentic flavors with strong local followings, making them must-visit spots for Indonesian food enthusiasts.
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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