They say you have not entirely experienced a place to its fullest potential if you have not tried its local food. While our capital city –  a melting pot of cultures – is not short of lavish restaurants, street food remains one of the best ways to truly taste Indonesia’s diverse and versatile culinary scene. You can find street food carts, vendors and small shops at almost every corner of this congested city so to make things simpler, we’ve narrowed down our top 14 picks of street foods that are an absolute must-try while at the metropolitan.

Eat like a local! Jakarta is known for its diverse and delicious culinary scene, and breakfast is no exception. Here are some of the best breakfast options in Jakarta: