Padang Culinary: 7 Scrumptious Local Dishes and Where to Eat

Padang Culinary – West Sumatra, Indonesia, home to splendid tourist attractions and exotic wildlife as well as gourmet coffee beans. It is hard not to put Sumatra as one of your dream destinations when there are things hovering around the internet about how amazing Sumatra is, it is no secret that this island holds captivating things to explore.

Talking about West Sumatra, what comes to mind when you hear the word Padang? Must be the food, right? The popularity of Nasi Padang is no doubt has gained the world’s attention, you can even find Padang food almost in every part of the world, t-mates

Scrumptious Padang Culinary and Where to Find Them

Legendary, a word that best describes Padang food. It is absolutely impossible to not like Padang food that is rich in spices. From Sate Padang to Rendang, Padang food is indeed loved by many. Here, tiket.com has curated a list of authentic Padang food and thes best places to eat in Padang!

1. Lamun Ombak

A visit to Padang won’t be complete without a plate of Nasi Padang, agree? Situated strategically in S Parman road, Lamun Ombak restaurant is one of the best places to visit in Padang. It is well-known among the locals, as well as the local tourists or international tourists.

Great food and place; Lamun Ombak has it all. Overlooking the Barisan Hill, Lamun Ombak offers you authentic Minangkabau dishes. The uniqueness lies not only in its range of dishes but also in its serving style, hidang. 

Your table will be served with a large number of small platters with different types of dishes. Take as much as you want, as long as your stomach can take it. Worry not about the price, they won’t charge you for the plates that you don’t touch.

2. Fuja Padang

Well-known for its rendang, a popular meat dish from Padang, you can also indulge yourself in the best seafood restaurant in town. Strategically located in Jl. Samudera, Fuja Padang is so crowded when the holiday season comes. 

There are a variety of seafood dishes that you can order here. From its delicious grilled fish to its bright red grilled prawns. The taste of the sambal lado hijau is what makes everyone keep coming back. There is something different about Fuja Padang’s sambal, said many visitors. 

3. Ikan Bakar Djoni

Still talking about the best seafood restaurants in town, Ikan 

Bakar Djoni is one of them. If you are visiting Padang, then Ikan Bakar Djoni is a place where you can indulge in a scrumptious seafood feast.

Though looks small and unpromising from the outside, you should not judge a book by its cover! Ikan Bakar Djoni is popular among the locals and the international tourists alike. It is indeed the most crowded seafood restaurant in town.

Why is it loved by many? The key of their crowded place in fact lies in their signature coconut milk (santan) sauce blends exceptionally well with any of their seafood dishes! The person is large too, you will be satisfied with all the dishes that they offer. Yum yum!

4. Pagi Sore

Known for its “Jagonya Rendang” or “The Master of Rendang” slogan, Pagi Sore restaurant is another great place if you want a plate of authentic Nasi Padang for your lunch. The delicacy of the restaurant has in fact been proven by the number of its branches throughout Indonesia.

The special caramelized beef rendang is what everyone looks for when they come here to fill their tummy. Thicker and darker than the usual rendang, Pagi Sore’s rendang has to go through eight hours of cooking to become such a tender and delicate dish.

Other than rendang, other dishes are delicious as well, t-mates. You should definitely try their signature Ayam Pop and Gulai Ikan, they will undoubtedly leave your taste buds in such a pleasure

5. Apollo Seafood

Another seafood heaven in town that you can stop-by! If you are such a seafood addict and looking for a feast in Padang, Apollo Seafood awaits you. Situated in Jl. HOS Cokroaminoto, this place is undoubtedly always crowded.

Brace yourself as many have said that they can’t imagine eating at other seafood restaurants in Padang, once they tried Apollo Seafood. Their signature homemade sauce that is smeared on top of the grilled fish and grilled prawn is such an audible top taste!

6. Martabak Kubang Hayuda

Still with the savory one, Martabak Kubang Hayuda is the next one on our list, t-mates. This fried pancake filled with egg and meat (martabak) is definitely worth every penny. Different from the ones that you can find in your hometown, Martabak Kubang Hayuda has its own authentic taste.

Be ready to get a taste of martabak filled with beef chunks. A crispy and flaky pancake filled with flavorful and easily-chewed beef chunks. The homemade vinegar sauce is also something that you won’t find elsewhere, as Martabak Kubang Hayuda is the pioneer of it all.

7. Sate Itjap

Who doesn’t know that Padang is popular for its Padang Satay (Sate Padang) as well, right? Different from the ordinary chicken satay, Sate Padang is made from beef, offal, ox tongue, intestines or a mix of them all. Where each has its own delicate taste.

Founded about 50 years ago, Sate Itjap has won the tummies and hearts of every single culinary enthusiast that has stepped their foot. The flavorful aroma is what will stir your appetite, t-mates. It is no secret that it is the best place to eat Sate Padang in town.

Many have said that the signature taste of Sate Itjap cannot be found elsewhere even in Padang itself. A plate of Sate Padang will be so much complete with ketupat (a rice cake) with keripik (crackers) on top. Don’t miss out on the sambal!

Get a Taste of Padang Culinary and Explore the Nearest Attractions!

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