Location: Pekanbaru
Top Restaurants in Pekanbaru
Top 10 restaurants in Pekanbaru, Indonesia
Pekanbaru (Jawi: ڤكنبارو, Chinese: 北干巴鲁; pinyin: Běigānbālǔ, Dutch: Pakanbaroe), is the capital of Indonesian province of Riau, and a major economic center on the eastern part of Sumatra Island. It has an area of 632.26 km² with a population of 1,093,416. Located on the banks of the Siak River, which drains into the Strait of Malacca, Pekanbaru has direct access to the busy strait and was long known as a trading port. Pekanbaru was originally built as a market by Minangkabau merchants during the 18th century. Its name is derived from the Malay words for 'new market' ('pekan' is market and 'baru' is new).
Things to do in Pekanbaru
1. Ketupat Sayur Onen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By zzmelayu - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
We went in search for this canteen after Reading the reviews. It was as per expectation. The place was small but it had an extension in the building beside. The "ketupat sayur gulai paku" was good. The "satay kerang" was not bad. We tried the "teh telor" but it was too sweet. We don't think it was necessary to add sugar after they added sweet condensed milk. We think locals have sweet teeth. The bakwan or deep fried flour & vege was interesting.
Overall worth the visit to know what the fuss is about. Will go again.
2. RM Pondok Gurih
Overall Ratings
4 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By Dasdo S
I have come and eat here many times. It serves varying types of goods: seafoods, chicken, beef, vegetables...
All cooked and served as Malay Cuisine with a bit upgrade/modification, so you'll find it rather different from the real traditionally cooked Malay foods.
Very recommended!
Clean, reasonably fast served.
Some delicious kueh and crackers provided (not for free) while waiting for the meal to be ready. Drinks are fresh, although too sweet. If you want, ask for less or separated sugar.
For me, try everything that appeals to you. All are great.
3. Rumah Makan Pak Abbas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
4. Pondok Patin H.M. Yunus
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Kurnijanto S - Jakarta, Indonesia
If you are in hurry to take your flight back, and not having lunch yet, you may try this restaurant. The location is very close to the airport, less than 10 minutes, so you can have last minute catch for local food.
Their main dish is 'ikan patin' a Freshwater fish which is very nice. Probably its a bit spicy, especially for foreigner, but its definitely very nice. Beside ikan patin, they have also other dishes which will be serve like Padang Restaurant.
5. Rumah Makan Kota Buana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 44 reviews
6. Rumah Makan Pondok Asam Pedas Baung
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Hendry E - Rengat City ..Indonesia
they have nice traditional fried chicken and the traditional riau asam pedas which mean sour and spicy.. must try when u go Pekanbaru
7. Rumah Makan Serba Nikmat
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By Sigarfield - Jakarta, Indonesia
Visited this place during my business trip to Pekanbaru and love all menus that we tried. We had Udang Gala Bakar, Baung (only found in Riau) Fish cooked in spicy and sour soup and Salai Asap Balado (Smoked Fish with spicy sambal)...Be careful if you cannot stand with spicy food since it is really spicy hahahaha...Recommended!
8. Sushi Tei Pekanbaru
Overall Ratings
4 based on 48 reviews
Sushi Tei's outlets are best known for their simple-yet-modern approach to its open kitchen concept, employing distinctive touches of Japanese culture. Sushi Tei's open kitchen allows its patrons to take a look at what's going on as their orders are being prepared. Sushi Tei is also proud to have become the first sushi restaurant in Indonesia to feature the characteristic sushi bar with a conveyor belt. Sushi Tei aims to provide an exceptional dining experience that exceeds the expectations of customers, by blending the authenticity of Japanese highly-praised taste and a signature touch of local flavor, with the highest level of service and comfort. Paying attention not only to taste, Sushi Tei focuses also on the quality of its food as well as service. To enhance the customers' confidence in dining, Sushi Tei has implemented the world-renowned HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) standard in its food safety management system. The standard guarantees the quality and safety of all food, especially the sashimi menu, served at all Sushi Tei outlets. Knowing that the HACCP is always in action, Sushi Tei customers can now enjoy their wonderful meals safely and wholesomely.
9. Kimteng
Overall Ratings
4 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By jkaurranny - Jakarta
Liked the coffee and toast. Old place, full of advertising banners. Very crowded in the morning. Good luck finding empty table :)
10. Pempek & Es Palembang 628 Tini
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
