Stallone Tjia
Aug 15, 2025
Jakarta has a knack for hiding its best eats in plain sight — or, in this case, behind the gates of an upscale housing complex. Tucked away in Permata Hijau, Bakmi Tiga Mangkok isn’t the kind of place you stumble upon by accident. You either know it, or someone loves you enough to tell you about it. And judging by the stream of loyal regulars (and the occasional out-of-town devotee), the love here is real.
Hidden Away: Bakmi Tiga Mangkok Turns Simple Noodles into City Legends
From the outside, it’s deceptively modest. But step in, and the aroma hits you — that rich, savoury broth whispering promises of noodle bliss. Bowls arrive topped with the classics: chewy siomay, crisp fried wontons, juicy fried meatballs, and a fiery homemade sambal that’s just the right kind of dangerous. On the side? A lineup of nostalgic Indonesian treats — kue lapis, lemper, old-school sponge cakes — plus jars of krupuk ready to be snapped up.
The setting is as unpretentious as it gets: a cozy home-style dining room splashed with playful touches — Marvel superheroes, Super Mario, Hot Wheels — the kind of knick-knacks that spark memories of your childhood bedroom. Seating is tight, but the air conditioning system makes it comfortable, with a semi-outdoor terrace for those who prefer fresh air with their noodles.
The menu keeps things simple but on point. Noodles come in three styles — curly, thick “rubber” strands, or wide ribbons — and the house favourite is the Bakmi Keriting Ayam Kampung (Pek Cam Ke). Pick breast or thigh, and you’ll get a bowl that nails the holy trinity: springy noodles, juicy spice-soaked chicken, and a broth so rich you might just finish it before the noodles.
Feeling extra? The Bakmi Keriting Special double down with chicken and pork toppings. Think sweet-savoury minced pork meeting its match in tender chicken, all tangled in perfectly cooked noodles with a side of siomak green.
And here’s a tip: never leave without ordering the sides. The Bakso Babi Goreng is a total scene-stealer — palm-sized, sliced into biteable chunks, with a pillowy-soft center wrapped in a lightly crisp shell. It’s the kind of bite that demands a pause before your next spoonful of noodles.
Then there’s the Siomay Babi — massive, meaty, and unapologetically flavourful. Every bite bursts with savoury depth, the kind that makes you instantly wish you’d ordered an extra portion… or two.
To wash it all down, channel your inner 90s kid and order an Es Soda Gembira. This fizzy, condensed milk concoction is unapologetically sweet and proudly retro — the kind of drink that makes you grin mid-sip.
But what really sets Bakmi Tiga Mangkok apart isn’t just the food. Every bowl of noodles here is made fresh daily, with no MSG, no preservatives, and less gluten, paired with organic meats and free-range kampung chicken from local farms. It’s soul food, Jakarta style — equal parts comfort, nostalgia, and genuine hospitality.
Small wonder the place is always packed. People don’t just come here to eat — they come to feel at home.
Bakmi Tiga Mangkok
Jl. Biduri Bulan Blok I No.12, Grogol Utara, Jakarta 12210
Open: 07.00 AM - 08.00 PM (Every day)
Phone: +6281410110199
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