Yamien 88 Cijantung
Yamien 88 Cijantung is a restaurant in Baru, Jakarta, specializing in noodle dishes and meatballs with various toppings. The space features simple tables, an open kitchen where cooks prepare fresh ingredients, and straightforward menu options including bakmie, kwetiaw, and rice dishes with meat or seafood.
The restaurant was founded in 1997 and grew from a small family operation into a local favorite for authentic noodle dishes. Over the years it has earned trust by keeping recipes consistent and simple, attracting the same customers who return regularly.
The name Yamien refers to the thick noodle soup that has been central to the menu for decades. Visitors notice how neighbors and workers gather to eat and chat, making this a daily meeting point where locals feel at home.
The restaurant is located in a busy area and easy to reach by motorcycle, car, or bike. It stays open late into the evening, allowing for both early and late dining, and the staff provide quick service even during busy periods.
The kitchen prepares fresh noodles and broth daily right in front of guests, showing how simple yet precise the cooking method is. Many visitors say the taste has remained virtually unchanged since opening in 1997, making it an anchor of consistency in a changing neighborhood.
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