Curated Culinary Experiences

LOCAL DELICACIES

Must-Try Dishes in Bandung

Welcome to the Local Delicacies page, your gateway to savoring the authentic flavors of Bandung. At LVX Suites, we believe that food is a window into the heart of a city. From traditional dishes rich in cultural heritage to street food bursting with vibrant flavors, our guide will introduce you to the culinary treasures that make Bandung a top destination for food lovers. Indulge in our curated list of must-try local delicacies and experience the true essence of Bandung’s food scene.

… Seblak: The Spicy Sensation

Dive into this spicy, savory snack made from wet crackers sautéed with a medley of toppings like macaroni, sausage, and meatballs. The blend of galangal and other spices creates an irresistible flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

… Soto Bandung: Hearty Comfort

Warm up with this hearty soup featuring a rich beef broth, tender beef slices, radish, and fried soybeans. It’s a comforting dish perfect for the cool Bandung climate.

… Lumpia Basah: Fresh Delight

Enjoy fresh spring rolls filled with sautéed bean sprouts, jicama, and eggs, wrapped in a thin, soft skin and drizzled with sweet soy sauce. A delightful, light snack that’s full of flavor.

… Mi Kocok: Noodle Extravaganza

Savor this crowd-pleasing noodle dish that combines flat noodles with beef tripe, meatballs, and bean sprouts in a savory beef broth.

… Nasi Tutug Oncom: Traditional Taste

Experience this traditional Sundanese dish of steamed rice mixed with fermented soybean cake (oncom), served with fried chicken, tempeh, tofu, and sambal.

… Bandros: Sweet Coconut Cakes

Indulge in these coconut-flavored cakes made from rice flour and coconut milk, cooked in a special mold, and topped with grated coconut and sugar.

… Cuanki: Street Food Favorite

This popular street food features fish balls, tofu, and dumplings in a clear, savory broth or with instant noodles.

… Karedok: Sundanese Salad

Try this Sundanese salad made with raw vegetables like cucumbers, bean sprouts, and cabbage, all tossed in a creamy peanut sauce.

… Pisang Bolen: Delightful Pastry

Don’t miss these delightful pastries filled with banana and cheese or chocolate. Perfect for a sweet treat or a souvenir.

… Batagor: Fried Dumplings

Enjoy fried fish dumplings served with a rich peanut sauce. A beloved snack that’s crispy on the outside and soft inside.

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More Bandung’s Delights:

… Cilok: Chewy tapioca balls skewered and served with various sauces, including peanut and spicy chili.

… Cimol: Deep-fried tapioca balls that are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, often enjoyed with seasoning powders.

… Cireng: Fried tapioca flour snacks, sometimes filled with savory ingredients like meat or cheese.

… Peuyeum: A traditional fermented cassava treat, perfect for snacking or dessert.

… Cilung: Grilled tapioca rolls sprinkled with seasonings, a favorite among locals.

… Colenak: Grilled fermented cassava drizzled with coconut and palm sugar sauce.

… Basreng: Spicy fried meatballs, sliced thin for a crispy, flavorful snack.

… Surabi: Rice flour pancakes traditionally served with sweet coconut milk or savory toppings like oncom.

… Nasi Timbel: Banana leaf-wrapped rice served with fried chicken, tempeh, and sambal.

… Tahu Susu Lembang: Silky smooth tofu made with soy milk, a specialty from the Lembang area.

… Es Goyobod: A refreshing dessert drink made from coconut milk, syrup, and mixed fruits.

… Wajit: Sweet sticky rice cakes wrapped in corn husks, offering a delightful mix of sweet and chewy textures.

… Empal Gepuk: Tender beef slices marinated in sweet soy sauce and spices, then fried until crispy.

… Piscok: Banana wrapped in spring roll pastry, deep-fried, and filled with melted chocolate.

… Siomay Bandung: Steamed fish dumplings served with peanut sauce and a squeeze of lime.

… Lotek: A vegetable salad similar to gado-gado, featuring boiled vegetables and tempeh in a rich peanut sauce.

… Comro and Misro: Grated cassava snacks with spicy oncom (Comro) or sweet palm sugar (Misro).