JJ Steak: The Must-Try 40-Hour Slow-Roasted Ribs | Qpon X

Honestly, I was a bit stunned when I first squeezed into JJ Steak. The tiny place was buzzing with noise, tables were packed so close together it felt like you could become best friends with the people at the next table. I was thinking to myself: This is it? The legendary place with a 4.9 on Google? I waited in line forever just to Nongkrong here?

It wasn't until the signature JJ Signature Back Ribs[1] were served that I shut my mouth. Anjay! This meat is so Mantap! You don't even need a knife; the meat falls right off the bone with a gentle nudge of a fork. It's so tender it melts in your mouth, coated in a rich BBQ sauce, and the aroma just blows your mind! My friend who came with me ordered the Beef Wellington[2]. The puff pastry on the outside was baked to a golden brown and was super buttery, and the beef inside was pretty juicy. The price was around 225k Indonesian Rupiah, which was decent.

But! The Sirloin Steak[3] I ordered was a bit of a disaster... I specifically asked for medium rare, but when it came and I cut into it, oh boy, it was well done! I almost lost it for a second[4]. Luckily, the seasoning was on point, and the charcoal-grilled aroma of the meat saved it a little. Otherwise, I would've really had to talk to the manager.

Overall, this place has some very clear pros and cons. The food tastes really good, and the portions are generous[5], especially the mashed potatoes on the side—you get a huge, super satisfying scoop. But the small space and how incredibly loud it gets during peak hours are major drawbacks[6]. So for any girls looking for a quiet date or a private chat, forget about it. The service is also hit-or-miss. Most of the staff are all smiles, but you might run into some who are slow to respond[7].

So, for all the girls who want to go check this place out, take my advice! Get your notebooks out and jot this down:

Don't go during peak meal times! You'll definitely have to wait in line on weekends and during dinner rush[8]. If you want to Chill, go in the afternoon or on a weekday.
Be extra specific when ordering your steak! You must! You must! repeatedly confirm the doneness with the server[9]. If you're not confident, have them repeat your order back to you.
Have a Plan B if it's full! You can go sit at Kopi Soe, which is two doors down. You can order food from JJ's there, but you have to order drinks from Kopi Soe[10].
Don't hold back on the perks! If you spend over 300k Rupiah, you get a free sirloin steak on your next visit[11]. That's basically getting it for free

So, for all the girls who want to go check this place out, take my advice! Get your notebooks out and jot this down:

Don't go during peak meal times! You'll definitely have to wait in line on weekends and during dinner rush[8]. If you want to Chill, go in the afternoon or on a weekday.
Be extra specific when ordering your steak! You must! You must! repeatedly confirm the doneness with the server[9]. If you're not confident, have them repeat your order back to you.
Have a Plan B if it's full! You can go sit at Kopi Soe, which is two doors down. You can order food from JJ's there, but you have to order drinks from Kopi Soe[10].
Don't hold back on the perks! If you spend over 300k Rupiah, you get a free sirloin steak on your next visit[11]. That's basically getting it for free

I almost returned my medium-rare steak for these 40-hour slow-roasted ribs

JJ Steak & Gelato

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