As parents, we are continually searching for kid-friendly places to dine in, whether it's for brunch, tea, or dinner. We have searched for the top spots in the Big Durian to uncover the best child and baby-friendly restaurants. And it’s not just the menus or high chairs! If you prefer to relax after your meal while the kids can run wild in safe play areas, you can find them all here.
Brood-en-Boter (meaning bread and butter in Dutch) serves breakfast from 8am, offering a lovely soothing atmosphere to bring your toddlers and babies in the early hours. They have an excellent kid's corner for a restaurant in the Kemang area. All their dishes are thoughtfully created with natural sources and without any artificial ingredients. Expect to experience mouth-watering Indonesian dishes, and of course their freshly baked bread.
Brood-en-Boter, Jl. Bangka Raya No. 25, South Jakarta, Indonesia, +62 21 2271 6167, Facebook Page
If you want to eat your meal at a restaurant while your kids play, but still want to keep an eye out for them? Look no further than Convivium! They serve a huge variety of foods like pasta, soup, and even some Indonesian dishes with a twist. Request their all-day breakfast menu for delicious offers at a great price. To top it off, a selection of cakes awaits after your meal. As for the kiddos, there are many items on the menu that they love, such as the lasagna and the Aglio olio. Convivium provides a small table with a hole in the middle that stores Lego. Your child could be entertained by it all day! Convivium also offers delivery services.
Convivium, Jl. Panglima Polim V No.8A, Melawai, Jakarta Selatan, DKI Jakarta 12160, Instagram
Six Ounces is a wonderful place to hang out with friends and let the kids play. They offer a wide variety of food and drinks, and while you sip your coffee or tea, the kids can play in the outdoor area with a bit of greenery and trees, or pose with their iconic yellow Vespa. There are a lot of seating spaces, so it doesn’t get too crowded. Try their delicious Aglio Olio spaghetti and their carbonara, or choose some of their Asian fare. They also have great burgers and ham & cheese sandwiches. Their cake selections are not to be missed… yum!
Six Ounces, Jalan Panglima Polim IX No.93, DKI Jakarta, Instagram, Linktree
To all authentic Italian food lovers out there, this is your place! Located in the lobby of the popular Gandaria City mall, customers have the option to sit inside or at one of their outdoor tables. With a large variety of food and drinks to choose from, it’s easy to see why this restaurant is loved by expats and locals alike. Make sure you save some room for their lovely desserts like cannoli or tiramisu. If you don’t want to go out, they offer delivery services as well.
Basilico, Gandaria City Mall Lt. Ground Unit MG-01, www.baldmangroup.com, Instagram
If you’re craving Indonesian food, you won’t be able to resist this place. With all the delicious Indonesian gourmet, it’s difficult to not order the whole menu! You can bring kids here to try Indonesian cuisine and let them try the rich spices of the tropics. With multiple locations in Indonesia, it’s easy to find an outlet nearby. The traditional decor around the place gives off a welcoming atmosphere, and the staff are kind and helpful. They are also available on GoFood.
Sate Senayan, multiple locations, sks.sarirasa.co.id, Instagram
At Sophie Authentique you would be forgiven if you thought you were actually in the middle of Paris. Want to enjoy your coffee in peace? Check out the little cozy corner where the little ones can color their hearts out. Baby in tow? Highchairs are provided. You will find crumptious pastries, fantastic coffees and delicious ice-creams. What more could you want? You can even bring your family pooch to the outdoor area.
Sophie Authentique Cipete (large venue), Jl Cipete Raya No. 11, South Jakarta, +62 21 765 6364, Facebook page
Open daily from 9am to 5pm
Outdoor activities for kids are fairly limited in Jakarta which is why 'The Playground' in Kemang is a great place to go. It offers a place to grab a quick bite while the kids burn off some energy in the playground or water area. It is a great place to meet up with friends and let the kids loose. For those who need to catch up on work, free WiFi is available... awesome! It’s a win-win situation for all.
The Playground, Jl. Kemang Dalam 3B, Jakarta, Indonesia, + 62 21 719 6963, www.playgroundkemang.com
An art gallery is an unlikely place you would think to bring your kids for dinner. But at Dia.Lo.Gue Artspace there is a specially designed area just for the kiddos to play in. Don't forget to sample delicious home-cooked dishes, freshly made on the premises to feed the entire family when hunger strikes. Naturally, being in an art gallery, there are plenty of impressive works of art, hung high on the walls and lots of open space. Everyone wins!
Dia.Lo.Gue Artspace, Jl. Kemang Selatan 99a, Jakarta, Indonesia, +62 21 719 9671, www.dialogue-artspace.com
Head to Mamma Rosy if you are looking for authentic homemade Italian dishes. The pasta is freshly made by signora Rosy herself! The pizza menu also comes with various authentic toppings. For the meat lovers, the traditional wood-fired grill features a selection of high-quality meat and tasty seasonings. The fashionable restaurant has a lush resort-style look, plus a lovely rooftop for the best city view while sipping the finest Italian wine.
Mamma Rosy, Jl. Kemang Raya No. 58, South Jakarta, Indonesia, +62 21 7179 1592, [email protected], www.mammarosy.com
Mamain is a heaven for moms! The playground is incredibly spacious (lots of areas for running, jumping, rolling), and it is equipped with a nursery room, changing table, baby sling, nursing apron, sterilizer, bottle warmer and breast pump. The kids' menu is also super tempting. Little ones can choose between pasta, fries or rice bowl with an array of choice on kids drinks, such as smoothies, juices, and aloe-vera based drinks.
Mamain, Jl. Gunawarman 21, South Jakarta, +62 822 9777 7838 (WhatsApp), www.mamain.id
Set up like a farmers’ market with cuisines from the southern region of Switzerland. Indulge in Swiss delicacies, such as the traditional Swiss Rösti. You can also find Italian favorites, including in-house-made pasta and wood-fired pizza. Marche will bring you joy, as it is known for being a comfortable and pleasant place for you and the kiddos! Parents can sit back and enjoy their meal or catch up on work while the kids are entertained in the indoor kiddy-corner. A changing room is also available for those with wee bambinos.
Marché, Lippo Mall Puri, level GF (Lobby bank hall 2, gate 8), Jl. Puri Indah Raya blok U1, No.11.6, Jakarta, www.marche-restaurants.com, Instagram
At Sumibi, the food never fails to impress! It has a cozy yet happy atmosphere which makes you feel like you’re already in Japan. They serve a large variety of food including sashimi, sushi rolls, rice bowls, ramen, and the list goes on. Kids enjoy sitting at the bar watching the food being grilled, especially when someone orders the straw roasted Salmon or Tuna Warayaki, or the aburi dishes torched right on your table. Don’t forget to try their signature grilled corn, the flavor is out of this world! Reservations are encouraged as they normally have a long waiting list.
Sumibi, One Park Residence, Jl. Kyai Moh. Syafii Hadzami No.1, Jakarta, +62813 8831 6474, Instagram
The main attraction of this restaurant is the dining option to dine in a plane cabin! Yes, a former commercial airplane was parked outside the main restaurant's building to give guests a unique dining experience in Jakarta. Just outside the restaurant, there is a children's playground. The menu features a great variety of seafood, meat, and chicken, all in sharing portions and all equally delicious.
Taman Santap Rumah Kayu, Taman Impian Jaya Ancol, Jl. Lodan Timur II No.7, North Jakarta, +62 21 6471 6395 / 6471 6337, www.rumah-kayu.co.id/ancol
Buba & Bump's concept has always been 'Fit and Healthy for all Families'. There are various classes for expecting moms, as well as for mothers and children. At Buba & Bump, there is also a cafe that provides you with a family-friendly menu. You can make your own style of bowls with 5 choices of grain (rice, soba, quinoa...) and endless fresh greens and delicious toppings. The kid's menu offers oat-crusted chicken bites, soba, and more.
Buba & Bump, Jl. Ciranjang No. 9, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, +62 821 2804 6862, https://bubaandbump.com
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