The Chinese people have lived in the Indonesian archipelago since at least the 13th century. Those who came to Indonesia because of work and intended to return to their homeland after getting old, but some came and stay until now. Therefore, their culture, customs, celebrations, and even Chinese cuisines have been embedded in Indonesian society, especially in Jakarta. Yes, Chinese food is astonishingly popular in Jakarta, paired with the concentration of Chinese communities in some areas in Jakarta.

North Jakarta is one of the areas in Jakarta that has been lived by the Chinese-descent people for a long time. If you venture around those China community areas such as Muara Karang, Pantai Indah Kapuk, Kelapa Gading, Pademangan, and so on, you will be overwhelmed by amazing places selling Chinese specialties from different regions of the country. From street stalls to upper-middle-class restaurants, it would be no surprise that the northern part of Jakarta has a few delectable Chinese restaurants to enjoy.

Many Chinese restaurants have been developing through times, serving not only their descendants-style cuisines but perfecting the dishes to fit the Indonesian palates. So, here are several recommended Chinese restaurants in North Jakarta. Please hold yourself from drooling while reading and let's check them out!

1. Angke Restaurant

Angke Restaurant serves the legendary taste of Hakka cuisine which is exquisite, authentic, and elegant in the capital city. This Chinese restaurant brings authentic Hakka cuisine from the Moiyan region. Angke Restaurant has evolved to provide more than 100 variations of the menu. The best ingredients and cooking methods are passed down from generation to generation to preserve the authentic taste and delicacy.

From a simple rented house in the Kali Jodo area and with just only three dining tables, Ko Po Hon and Tjung Sin Fa started serving oriental cuisine lovers in 1965. Their efforts finally paid off. The delicious taste plus the quality of the cuisines made Angke really took off. Then in 2005, they opened their first restaurant in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta.

Their Lindung Cah Fumak, sautéed deep-fried eel glazed in fermented soybean sauce, is a must-try. A perfect combination between the crispiness of the eel and the salty taste from the sauce. Another best-selling is Babi Hong, braised pork belly dish fried and steamed in Chinese seasonings and sauces.

Angke Restaurant has 4 locations in Jakarta and beyond. You can check their official website for more information on their locations and opening hours.

2. Golden Sense Restaurant

The best thing about this place is the all you eat can dim sum. An endless stream of dumplings, shumai, Xiaolongbao, spring roll, and many more. Renowned for its delicious dim sum. The dim sum will be served with a stroller and you can just grab the dim sum by yourself.

Golden Sense International Restaurant is used to be Sands Restaurant and approximately opened in 2013. Though the name is changed, the service and their dishes remain the same. This restaurant is well-known for its delicate dishes.

Aside from the all you can eat dim sum, there are also some favourite menus from this restaurant. There are Grouper Fish Fillet Steam with Black Ear Mushroom, Spinach Tofu Angsio with Shimeji Mushroom, Kurobuta Pork Pan Fried with Healthy Juice, and many more.

Located in Mangga Dua Square, this restaurant is open daily from 10 am to 7.30 pm but you need to call for a reservation. You can check their official Instagram account for more information.

3. Hawaii Restaurant

Don't be fooled by its name, the dishes served by this restaurant is far from western cuisine. Hawaii Restaurant serves Pontianak-style Chinese cuisine. So if you're craving something Chinese for lunch or dinner, Hawaii Restaurant can be a perfect choice for you.

The name, Hawaii, is inspired by the Hainan Island in China which is also known as the "Hawaii of the East". The restaurant first originated from Pontianak, West Borneo in Indonesia during the Dutch colonization and was named Yang Tang back then.

Their specialties are Steamed Jelawat Teo Chew style, Pakis with Shrimp Paste, Prawn Lumpiah, Minced Crab, Sour and Spicy Fish. All those delicate and tasty dishes are made with fresh ingredients.

Located in Sunter, North Jakarta, Hawaii Restaurant opens daily from 10 am to 8 pm. Check their official Instagram account for more information on location and online orders!

4. Golden Leaf Restaurant

With its spacious space and complete facilities, Golden Leaf Chinese & Seafood Restaurant can be a choice of place to hold your weddings, birthday parties, office meetings, or any other events. Having 3 halls and 8 VIP rooms with a capacity of approximately 1,500 people, this restaurant really provides an enormous space with delicate Chinese cuisines.

Having been in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta for a long time, Golden Leaf Restaurant is able to provide an authentic taste of cuisine and a pleasant experience. Their specialties are Yangzhou fried rice, Golden Leaf Special Roasted Duck, Bangkok-style Sauce Carp Fish, Black pepper Venison, Hongkong-style Fried Shrimp, and many more.

Due to the family concept brought by this restaurant, the dishes served here come in large portions so you can bring your family to have meals together.

Located in Kelapa Gading, Golden Leaf Restaurant opens daily from 10.30 am to 2 am. You might wanna check their official website for more information and locations.

Those are the most recommended restaurants that serve great Chinese cuisines in North Jakarta. Have you and your family planned to go there? Please share with us if you've tried them!