Local Guide

Things To Do In Cipete

Hello FlokqMay 14, 2020

Cipete is a hip area in the South Jakarta that is filled with a lot of youngsters nowadays. This area is bright, with a dash of traffic jam and laughter that might be heard from the cafes might liven up your day. As one of the most popular areas in this era, it might be good for you to explore this place a little more. Here are the things that might help you when you want to explore Cipete

Cafe Hopping

Cafes with different concepts and atmosphere might give you the ambiance that you want for a day. Well, Cipete Raya is a street that might be a heaven for the coffee snob. This street is filled with tons of coffee shops that you can choose from. Well of course with Jakarta’s weather, it might be good to drink a glass of cold milk coffee to cure the heat. Or how about a cup of hot filter coffee under the rain in Jakarta. it must be perfect to drink a cup of coffee while watching the rain hits the street of Cipete Raya. Down below we listed some of the best coffee shops that you should try in Cipete:

Toko Kopi Tuku

Holding a cup of takeaway coffee might be the new trend for Jakarta citizens. But, where should you get the coffee from? well, how about a cup of Kopi Susu Tuku?. Toko Kopi Tuku or more well-known as Tuku, is a petite coffee shop located in the street of Cipete Raya. And if we want to be honest, Tuku and Cipete Raya are like a lover that cannot be separated. Since 2015, Tuku has been serving its to-go coffee. Because Gojek, an uber-like app in Indonesia, has grown sporadically, Tuku can also be bought easier by its consumers. 

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Tuku’s exterior alone represents a homey coffee bar. A classic Italian coffee bar might be different from a cafe where someone can sit for longer hours. That’s why Tuku serves a to-go coffee. Even with the petite exterior and minimalist interior, it doesn’t mean that you should enjoy your coffee in a hurry. You can also take a sit and have a chit chat with your friends or loved ones. As one of the leaders in the world of take-away coffee in Jakarta, Tuku is surely famous. Even the president of Indonesia, Mr. Joko Widodo, and his family already visit this place and promote it as one of the local places that you should try. So what are you waiting for? You can try a cup of es kopi susu tetangga just for Rp. 18.000

Phone Number: +6282211118790

Social Media: @tokokopituku on instagram

Address: Jl. Cipete Raya B No.7, RT.6/RW.3, Cipete Sel., Kec. Cilandak, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12410

Price Range:

Coffee-based drinks starting from Rp 18.000 to 34.000

Snacks starting from Rp 5.000 – 15.000

Opening Hours: 

(Monday – Thursday) 07.00 – 22.00

(Friday) 07.00 – 11.45, 12.45 – 12.00

(Sunday) 07.00 – 22.00

Pikul Coffee and Roastery

Do you want to try a cup of coffee in Jakarta? well, It might be confusing to choose what is the best one because of the huge amount of coffee shops that are scattered around Jakarta. Well, you can try one of the most famous coffee shops and roastery in Jakarta called Pikul Coffee and Roastery. This famous cafe can be found in the street of Cipete Raya. Well, maybe you thought that Cipete Raya cannot handle another coffee shop anymore, but there it is, Pikul livens the street as the days go by. As one of the leader in the world roastery in Jakarta, the quality of Pikul‘s coffee beans don’t need to be questioned anymore. 

Pikul uses their own beans to make their coffee. For the starter, how about a pair of filter coffee and Indonesian traditional snacks and comfort food? such as Kue kamir or Ketan Item. It would uplift your mood in the middle of the day. Are you down for something more filling for your hungry belly? Pikul also serves dishes to fill up your belly. You can try out their Nasi Goreng Kebuli to satisfied your hungriness.

Phone Number: +6285697157959

Social Media: @pikulcoffee on instagram

Address: Ruko Plaza 5 Bl. B, Jl. Cipete Raya No.7A, RT.2/RW.4, Cipete Sel., Kec. Cilandak, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12410

Price Range:

Coffee-based drinks starting from Rp 20.000 to 35.000

Mains starting from Rp 35.000 – 45.000

Opening Hours: 

(Monday – Sunday) 07.00 – 22.00

Eatery

Kantin Blauran

Kantin Blauran, a small canteen at one end of the Cipete Raya Street, might be called out as one of the hidden gems that you should check out in Jakarta. Because its hidden gems, people outside of Cipete might be unfamiliar with the name of ‘Kantin Blauran’. The name of ‘Kantin Blauran’ itself is inspired by a market in Surabaya called Pasar Blaugrana. It might be shocking for you because this canteen looks small on the outside but spacious enough on the inside. But watch out with the timing because it might be crowded when lunchtime comes.

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Under the heat of Jakarta’s weather, it might be good to eat something refreshing. So how about a plate of Rujak Cingur?. Compared to the normal Rujak that is made up of tangy and sweet fruits like papaya, unripe mangoes, and cucumber might not differ too much. the differences between these dishes and the normal one are protein is added to this Rujak. And Also slices of cow snout or cingur, which is chewy and tasty, are mixed up with the rest of the ingredients and drenched with a sweet, salty, and spicy dressing. 

Another popular dish from this canteen is Rawon. Rawon is a traditional dish in Surabaya and it’s also pretty famous in Indonesia. Rawon might remind you of soup, but the black color of it might be questionable and unappetizing. But wait until you try it out, the savory taste from the mixture kluwek and beef might uplift your mood of the day. 

Phone Number: +6221 7507216

Address: Jl. Cipete Raya No.33D, RT.14/RW.4, Cipete Sel., Kec. Cilandak, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12430

Price Range:

Mains starting from Rp 22.000 – 40.000

Opening Hours: 

(Monday – Saturday) 08.00 – 16.30

Being Active

Do you miss being an active person? or do you want to enhance your mindfulness?. Cipete area might also be a great option to search for a workout studio. Down below we listed one of the most popular studios in Jakarta that you can try out:

Sana Studio

Have you heard that Cipete also a famous place when you want to do sports?. Located in one of the most popular buildings in Jalan Cipete Raya, The Buya, Sana studio has been the most crowded place in this building. Sana studio is a studio where you can find a lot of things to do in order to support your healthy lifestyle. You can try out different types of Yoga, Cardio Boxing, TRX, Zumba, and Barre in here. 

Sana studio gives you flexibility in how you like to arrange your exercise. You can try it out and pay per visit with a price ranging from Rp. 100.000 until Rp. 150.000. Do you want to try it out alone because it might be uncomfortable for you to do it together?. Sana also offers private classes to provide your needs. Are you willing to commit to the exercise? You can also try the Do It All packages that are offered by Sana Studio. Sana studio provides yoga mats for the members so you don’t have to bring your own. Do you need to do something? Well, hygiene is also important for Sana Studio. You can use the showers in the Sana Studio to freshen your body.

Phone Number: +6282299106606

Social Media: @sanastudio on instagram

Address: The Buya Building, Jl. Cipete Raya 9 no. 1, Fatmawati, Jakarta Selatan

Opening Hours: 

(Monday – Sunday) 08.00 – 21.15

See? There’s a lot of things that you can do in Cipete! Want to explore other parts of South Jakarta? Click here!