Finding the best Soto Ayam in the city — a personal search

I spent three months trying every version of Soto Ayam I could find locally. The variation in quality is extraordinary. The best version handled kecap manis sweet soy with genuine knowledge and the complex from slow-cooked rendang result was noticeably superior.

Indonesian cuisine spans over 17,000 islands with dramatically different regional traditions. The winning restaurant had the right a family feast table feel — unpretentious and focused on the food. kopi tubruk was suggested correctly. Worth the search. When Soto Ayam is made properly it's a completely different experience.