Calling all Jakarta family dining crews! I'm spilling all the good and bad about this 40-year-old restaurant.

Whenever friends bring their whole family to Jakarta and ask me if there's an Indonesian restaurant suitable for everyone, young and old, the first thing that pops into my head is probably this place, Riung Tenda.

The Flavor, Just Like You Remember It

The food here is standard Sundanese cuisine, and it's all about consistency. Over all these years, the taste has barely changed; it's the kind of flavor that gives locals that"childhood nostalgia" feeling.

But Hold On, I've Got Some Complaints to Air

Although the food is on point, the service at this place is really something else, especially when it's crowded.

Editor's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls 📝

For all you folks who want to check it out, take some advice from me:

• 1. Don't go during peak hours! It gets super crowded during lunch and dinner rush, and the experience goes downhill fast[8]. It's best to go in the afternoon or during off-peak times.
• 2. Ditch the car, taking a taxi is the best way to go! Don't make things hard for yourself; you know how Jakarta traffic is, and looking for a parking spot will make you lose your mind[9].
• 3. Make a reservation for large groups! If you have more than 6 people, I strongly recommend calling ahead to book a table, and even pre-ordering your food[10]. This will help you avoid the slow service problem as much as possible.
• 4. Keep calm and have a 'zen' meal. Just think of it as experiencing the slow life of old Jakarta. Don't have high expectations for the service, or you'll really go Anjay