Batan's Waru

Frommer's Review

Tucked away on a pleasant side street, Batan's Waru is particularly atmospheric at night, when the entrance is lit with candles. The ambitious menu has traditional dishes beyond the usual suspects, and plenty of vegetarian options. For an appetizer, try urap pakis, wild fern tips with roasted coconut and spices; or lemper ayam, chicken dumplings simmered in a banana leaf. Uncle Karaman's Hummus is spicy and comes with grilled-pepper flatbread and tomato-mint relish. Everything is served with a dish of spicy condiments. Finish off with a perfect cup of decaf Illy-brand espresso. The restaurant also does smoked duck and a babi guleng feast, with a day's advance order, and there is a full menu of pasta, sandwiches, and light fare as well.

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