Bakso A Kiaw 99, Traditional meatball restaurant in Maphar, Indonesia.
Bakso A Kiaw 99 is a restaurant that focuses on Indonesian meatball soup as its main dish. Handmade beef balls are cooked in clear broth and served with either yellow noodles or thin vermicelli on the side.
The restaurant was founded with a commitment to traditional meatball preparation methods that remain central to its kitchen. Over time, these handcrafted techniques have stayed unchanged as a core part of the operation.
The place carries forward a cooking tradition that runs deep in Jakarta's food world. You can watch how local food knowledge is passed on through each bowl served.
The restaurant sits on Jalan Mangga Besar Raya and serves food Thursday through Sunday in the afternoon and evening. It opens earlier on Sundays than on other days, so plan your visit timing accordingly.
The meatballs are mixed with tapioca flour, giving them a texture that sets this place apart from other soup shops. This ingredient creates a notably different feeling in your mouth compared to other versions.
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