Se'i Sapi Lamalera

When we first arrive, there were long queues and we register ourselves on the waiting list where we had to wait for 10 other groups to be allowed entrance before us. While waiting, there are snack sellers outside comprising of but not limited to: telur gulung (rolled fried egg), kue ape (a traditional light cake), rujak (sliced fruits with or without nut chilli sauce), kue putu (a traditional steamed cake from dessicated coconut) and Durian flavored Ice Cream.

From outside the place was visibly packed with people. There are both indoor and outdoor tables but don't expect air conditioned room inside. There are plenty of vans and raised ceiling to keep the place bearable despite the amount of people inside.

Now for the food, we ordered an assorted platter of Se'i Lidah Sapi or Beef Tongue Se'i where you can pick 3 flavors of sambal along with it for Rp 170k. You can select among Sambal Hijau, Rica-Rica, Matah, Lu'at and Lada Hitam (Black Pepper). There are also Meat Se'i, Rib Se'i and Chicken Se'i. For original taste, chose the Sambal Lu'at because the sambal is served separately. Along with the Se'i order came sauteed papaya leaves and a bowl of broth. As for the Se'i itself, its savoury and smokey, most importantly its fall off the bone soft and easily chewed. The Sambal Matah is the most favorite flavor here. For the drink we ordered Iced Black Tea with Lemongrass. So refreshing with a kick of lemongrass flavor.

Some might complain about the long queue, but I think its quite worth the wait.