Best Tsukemen in Jakarta: Menya Sakura Restaurant Guide & Top Dishes

Best Tsukemen in Jakarta: Menya Sakura Restaurant Guide & Top Dishes

Living in Jakarta is exciting, but have you ever been hit by a sudden craving for authentic tsukemen? The chewy homemade noodles coated in a rich seafood and pork bone broth… just imagining it whets your appetite, doesn’t it? The place that can grant this wish in Jakarta, Indonesia, is the popular ramen shop “Menya Sakura,” which pursues an authentic taste.

I’m in the mood for a rich seafood tsukemen!

When you want to unwind after a long day at work, or when you want to treat yourself a little on the weekend… why not indulge in some authentic tsukemen at “Menya Sakura”? It’s sure to become an unforgettable memory of Jakarta.

There are many ramen shops in Jakarta, but it’s rare to find one that offers such an authentic taste with tsukemen as its signature dish. The tsukemen at “Menya Sakura” is truly a “masterpiece of dedication.” The homemade noodles, carefully made in-store every day, are firm and have a rich wheat aroma. The rich pork bone and seafood broth is a concentration of deep richness and umami. Furthermore, the toppings, such as the melt-in-your-mouth chashu, seasoned egg, and menma, create a perfect harmony. It can truly be called a supreme bowl.

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Menya Sakura’s Recommended Tsukemen Menu

“Menya Sakura” offers a variety of tsukemen dishes. This time, we’ve carefully selected and will introduce some of the most recommended items.

Tsukemen | Menya Sakura Jakarta Ramen
Tsukemen | Menya Sakura Jakarta Ramen

Tsukemen

  • Tsukemen: Rp. 65,000 Menya Sakura’s signature dish. The rich dipping sauce, a double soup of seafood and chicken paitan, pairs perfectly with the elastic medium-thick noodles. One bite and you’ll be hooked on its deep flavor. It’s sure to blow away the fatigue of a long day’s work.

Review: “The dipping sauce is rich and clings to the noodles perfectly! I never thought I could eat such delicious tsukemen in Jakarta.” – Japanese male (35)

  • Spicy Tsukemen: Rp. 75,000 A spicy twist on the classic tsukemen. The stimulating taste is addictive. A must-try for spice lovers. It also pairs perfectly with beer.

Review: “Spicy but delicious! It revitalizes a body tired from work.” – Japanese male (38)

Unique Tsukemen

  • Tonkotsu Vegetable Potage Tsukemen: Rp. 69,000 A potage-like dipping sauce made by adding a vegetable paste of seven kinds of vegetables, including garlic, ginger, onion, potato, and carrot, to a double soup of rich tonkotsu and seafood. The noodles are thick toしっかりと絡む with the rich soup. A proud dish of Menya Sakura where you can feel the gentle taste of vegetables within the richness.

Review: “The creamy soup surprisingly goes well with the noodles! It was a new discovery.” – Japanese office worker (32)

Customize with Toppings

By the way, another great point about Menya Sakura is that a large serving (1.5 portions) of noodles is free.

Create your own original tsukemen by adding various toppings like chashu, seasoned egg, menma, nori, and scallions.

Stir-fried Water Spinach (Kangkung) | Menya Sakura Jakarta Ramen
Stir-fried Water Spinach (Kangkung) | Menya Sakura Jakarta Ramen
  • Chashu: Rp. 20,000
  • Ajitama (Seasoned Egg): Rp. 10,000
  • Menma (Bamboo Shoots): Rp. 10,000
  • Nori (Seaweed): Rp. 10,000

Menya Sakura: Reviews and Reputation

We’ve compiled reviews and the reputation of Menya Sakura based on Google Maps reviews.

One of the delicious ramen shops in Kota Kasablanka Mall. I especially liked the ramen with pork slice topping. This time I wanted something spicy, so I ordered the spicy tonkotsu chashu men. The wait was a bit long, about 20-25 minutes, but the restaurant wasn’t too crowded, so you’re almost guaranteed a seat. The ramen was served hot and was a generous portion. The noodles were firm and thin, and the soup was very spicy, so be careful if you don’t like spicy food. Overall, it was a well-balanced soup with four thin slices of pork chashu. I’d like to try the regular soup next time.

I went on the recommendation of a Japanese friend, and I think it’s the best ramen in Jakarta. The tonkotsu soup was rich and well-balanced, the noodles were cooked to perfection, and the pork slices were fatty, tender, juicy, and flavorful. The portion was also satisfying. Considering the price, it’s the best ramen.

The pork menu is definitely a plus. The ramen is well-prepared, and all the soups are flavorful. The soupless ramen (abura soba) was a bit monotonous and not very delicious, so I recommend the soup-based ramen. The grilled pork was also delicious. The overall taste is good, but nothing special. The price is standard for pork ramen, which is on the high side. I went before dinner time, so it wasn’t too crowded.

An authentic ramen shop. The soup was very delicious. I also tried the pork gyoza, which was also delicious. I tried the mochi with matcha ice cream, which was just average.

Tsukemen | Menya Sakura Jakarta Ramen
Tsukemen | Menya Sakura Jakarta Ramen

Positive Opinions

  • High quality of soup, noodles, and chashu
  • Good portions and satisfying prices
  • Good access (Kota Kasablanka branch)

Negative Opinions

  • Some opinions that the taste of the ramen was not satisfactory
  • Negative comments on specific menu items (soupless ramen/maze soba)

Overall, the reviews are positive, but taste is subjective. There are few reviews for the tsukemen, so please try it for yourself.

Menya Sakura: Store Information and Access

Here is the store information and access methods for “Menya Sakura” in Jakarta.

Menya Sakura Lotte Shopping Avenue (Ciptra World) branch Jakarta Ramen
Menya Sakura Lotte Shopping Avenue (Ciptra World) branch Jakarta Ramen
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Store NameAddressPhone NumberOpening HoursGoogle Maps
Lotte Shopping Avenue Branch (Ciptra World)Jl. Prof. DR. Satrio No.3-5 2F-02A, RT.18/RW.4, Kuningan, Karet Kuningan, Setiabudi, South Jakarta City, Jakarta 12940, Indonesia+62 21 2988925610:00 AM – 10:00 PMGoogle Maps
Kota Kasablanka BranchJl. Casablanca Raya Kav. 88, Menteng Dalam, Tebet, South Jakarta City, Jakarta 12870, Indonesia+62 21 2988925610:00 AM – 10:00 PMGoogle Maps
Gandaria City Mall BranchJl. Sultan Iskandar Muda No.RT.2 #261, RT.10/RW.6, North Kebayoran Lama, Kebayoran Lama, South Jakarta City, Jakarta 12240, Indonesia+62 21 2923683710:00 AM – 10:00 PMGoogle Maps

How to get there (Kota Kasablanka branch):

  • By car: About 30 minutes by car from central Jakarta. Please use the Kota Kasablanka parking lot.
  • By public transport: A few minutes’ walk from the nearest TransJakarta bus stop.

Menya Sakura (Mall Kota Kasablanka branch) Overview

ItemDetails
Store NameMenya Sakura Mall Kota Kasablanka
Address16, RT.5/RW.5, Menteng Dalam, Kec. Tebet, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12960, Indonesia
Phone Number+62 21 29612888
Websitehttp://menyasakura.co.id/
Opening Hours10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
Price RangeIDR 75,000 – 100,000
Google Mapshttps://maps.google.com/?cid=18095213593910197692
Rating4.5 (based on 159 reviews)
ServicesTakeout, Delivery, Dine-in, Reservations available
OtherKids’ menu available, Desserts available, Good for kids, Good for groups

Menya Sakura (Lotte Shopping Avenue/Ciptra World branch) Overview

ItemDetails
Store NameMenya Sakura
AddressJl. Prof. DR. Satrio No.3-5 2F-02A, RT.18/RW.4, Kuningan, Karet Kuningan, Setiabudi, South Jakarta City, Jakarta 12940, Indonesia
Phone Number+62 21 29889256
Websitehttp://menyasakura.co.id/
Opening Hours10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
Price RangeModerate
Rating4.5 (946 reviews)
Service OptionsTakeout, Delivery, Dine-in
OtherWheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Paid parking, Paid garage parking
Google Mapshttps://maps.google.com/?cid=4063800385603515543

Menya Sakura (Gandaria City Mall branch) Overview

ItemDetails
Restaurant NameMenya Sakura
AddressJl. Sultan Iskandar Muda No.RT.2 #261, RT.10/RW.6, North Kebayoran Lama, Kebayoran Lama, South Jakarta City, Jakarta 12240, Indonesia
Phone Number+62 21 29236837
Websitemenyasakura.co.id
Opening Hours10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
Price RangeIDR 100,000 – 125,000
Rating4.4 (based on Google Maps)
Google Maps URLGoogle Maps

Summary: For Authentic Tsukemen in Jakarta, Head to Menya Sakura!

To all you 30-something Japanese men who want to enjoy authentic tsukemen in Jakarta, what did you think of “Menya Sakura”? The supreme bowl woven from the special homemade noodles and rich double soup will surely be a source of vitality for your life in Jakarta.

In this article, we have fully conveyed the charms of Menya Sakura. We have covered information that will support a smooth visit, from menu selection to access information.

Your next holiday is decided at “Menya Sakura”! Be sure to visit and enjoy the blissful tsukemen experience.

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