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Sep 19, 2025
Tucked away on Jalan HOS Cokroaminoto, Little Cokro is Menteng’s answer to the all-in-one dining hangout. Part food court, part neighborhood canteen, this culinary cluster packs a mix of local favorites under one roof—from slurp-worthy bakmi and fragrant laksa to hearty Chinese-Indonesian comfort food and coconut drinks on ice.
Warung Bali Bli Gung Redefines Balinese Nasi Campur in Jakarta
Little Cokro sprawls across a two-story building, offering plenty of room to linger with both indoor and outdoor seating. Wooden accents lend a warm, rustic touch, while a mini garden softens the edges, adding a lush, leafy vibe that makes the space feel more like a laid-back retreat. With its casual indoor and semi-outdoor setup, it’s the kind of place where groups can graze from stall to stall, swap plates, and linger long for some conversations.
One stall that never seems to catch a break is Warung Bali Bli Gung. Perched on the upper floor, it’s almost expected to find a steady queue snaking out front—whether it’s loyal fans craving a hit of Bli Gung’s famed nasi campur or first-timers eager to see what all the fuss is about. Either way, the buzz (and the plate) rarely disappoints.
Behind the counter is Bli Agung, a true-blue Balinese local who once honed his craft in a five-star hotel kitchen. After marrying a Jakarta-born wife, he brought the flavours of his home to Jakarta. What started as a bold leap has turned into one of Little Cokro’s busiest stalls.
The wait here comes with its own show: behind the glass display, the kitchen buzzes with action as every element of the feast sits lined up, glistening and ready. One by one, plates are piled high—crispy skin, satay, sambal, and more—turning the counter into a live attraction that builds the anticipation before the first bite ever hits the table.
Here’s the secret to its cult following: the pork is flown in straight from Bali, prized for its distinct flavour and aroma. Each day, a fresh babi guling is slow-roasted on the spit, ensuring every plate delivers that authentic Balinese punch—crispy skin, juicy meat, and all the smoky goodness that keeps diners lining up for more.
The proof is in the platter: go all in with the Nasi Samsam Guling Komplit. It’s a full-bodied Balinese feast—think warm rice crowned with shards of crispy pork skin, belly meat that crackles with every bite, cassava leaves, and a hit of lawar kacang panjang. Add fried pork, satay, crunchy pork crackers (rambak), a fiery spoonful of sambal mbe, and a ladle of rich genep broth, and you’ve got a dish that’s as bold and unforgettable as Bali itself.
And if one pork satay feels like a tease, don’t hold back—order a few extra sticks to take the indulgence even further.
If you’re looking to mix it up, the menu goes well beyond babi guling. There’s the fiery Nasi Ayam Betutu Komplit, the punchy Nasi Babi Goreng Sambal Matah, skewers of smoky Sate Babi khas Bali, and fall-off-the-bone pork ribs—each one a hearty nod to the island’s bold, spice-driven cooking.
Round off the feast with a tall glass of Es Gula Bali, a vibrant red-on-red refresher that looks as good as it tastes. Simple yet satisfying, it’s nothing more than syrup over ice with a squeeze of lime—but that tangy-sweet finish is exactly the kind of palate cleanser you want after a rich, pork-laden spread. A cool, colourful full stop to a Bali-style banquet.
Warung Bali Bli Gung
Jl. HOS. Cokroaminoto No.65, Menteng, Jakarta 10350
Open: 10:00 AM to 09:00 PM (Daily)
Phone: +6282146520891
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