100k for parking, but this Bakmi is under 50k? Jakarta's SCBD is so surreal
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2026-02-25
Discover Kedai Mie Tjap 1000 Tahun, a surprisingly affordable noodle spot in Jakarta's notoriously expensive SCBD. While parking might cost a fortune, a delicious bowl of their signature Mie Ayam Chilli Oil is under 50k! This popular joint serves up chewy, handmade noodles and is a hit with local office workers. The article shares tips on what to order, what to avoid, and a crucial hack to save on parking fees, making it a must-try for a budget-friendly meal.
Girls, this is insane! I went to SCBD Park today, and the parking fee alone cost me almost 100k Indonesian Rupiah[1], I almost had a heart attack on the spot. And what for? Just to eat a bowl of chicken noodles that costs less than 50k[2]! Anjay, this place is just so contradictory and charming. 🤣
The shop is called Kedai Mie Tjap 1000 Tahun, and it's right inside the park. The storefront is small, but it gets super crowded during meal times, with a long line of all the nearby white-collar elites. The vibe is very chill, with an outdoor smoking area where you can nongkrong, and not many air-conditioned seats inside. Ordering is semi-self-service[3]; you place your order at the counter outside, then wait for your number to be called to pick up your food, kind of like a food court.
I went straight for their hyped-up signature dish, Mie Ayam Chilli Oil[4]! Honestly, this bowl of noodles is something else. The noodles are said to be handmade, and the texture is perfectly chewy. That chili oil is truly Mantap! It's fragrant without being overwhelming, with just the right amount of spiciness, elevating the flavor of the entire bowl. They're generous with the chicken too. After mixing it all up, every bite is coated in sauce, and I just couldn't stop slurping.
But, to be honest…
Don't just rush in blindly; there are a few things I have to complain about.
My friend ordered the Mie Ayam Special[5], and he said the sauce was a bit on the sweet side, but the flavor of the noodles themselves was a little hambar (bland)[6]. You definitely need to go to the self-service condiment station to customize it yourself. We also ordered the fried wontons. They tasted okay, but the portion was a bit mini, and they didn't give much soup with it[7]. Guys might find it's not even enough to fill the gaps between their teeth.
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Overall, in a prime location like SCBD where every inch is gold, to have a noodle shop with great taste and affordable prices, what more could you ask for? It's an excellent choice for nearby office workers to grab lunch or for a casual meal with friends
- Parking! Parking! Parking! Important things must be said three times! Whatever you do, don't park inside SCBD Park. The parking fee is enough to buy you three more bowls of noodles! Park at the nearby Pacific Mall or another office building and walk over. Trust me!
- Customize your flavor! If you're not a fan of strong flavors and find the original noodles a bit bland, don't be shy, just head to the self-service condiment station[8] to add more toppings. Chili oil, soy sauce, minced garlic—add as much as you want, it's free! Don't make things hard for yourself.
- Grab a seat! It gets really crowded during meal times, and the indoor, non-smoking seats are especially in high demand[9]. For those of you who don't want to eat while sweating, I suggest coming during off-peak hours or just getting it to-go.
- A steal in pricey SCBD: handmade & chewy noodles with fragrant chili oil for under 50k[1][2]!
- Their hyped Mie Ayam Chilli Oil is the real deal! Each noodle is drenched in addictive sauce, making you slurp non-stop.
- Hidden in SCBD Park, it's packed with office pros at lunch. The queues prove it's a certified canteen for the SCBD crowd.
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