Out of the many restaurants in Blok M, Jakarta’s ‘Little Tokyo’, Futago Ya stands out for its unique dishes that marry Japanese and Indonesian flavours. It’s very much value for money, too.
The vibe: Blok M attracts foodies of all ages and backgrounds, but Futago Ya definitely caters to a younger crowd who have their finger on the latest viral foodie opening. The venue is on the smaller side, fitting around ten people at a time, with bar seating and an open kitchen concept.
The food: The menu is small and to the point, which is great for indecisive folks. There’s a selection of rice and noodle dishes, as well as a few sides, and many of them are topped or served with Indonesian flavours. For example, the chicken karaage comes with a terasi (shrimp paste) mayo, while the abura ramen is served with a pangsit nori (seaweed flavoured fried wonton wrapper).
The drinks: Although there are limited drink options, some interesting choices are available, such as sarsaparilla and mugicha, a roasted barley-grain infusion tea.
Time Out tip: Portions aren’t huge, so if you’re hungry, this is a good excuse to order 2-3 items from the menu.