Sate Sapi Pak Kempleng 1 — Restaurant in Central Java

Savoring Sate Sapi: A Taste of Semarang

Nestled along the bustling highway connecting Semarang to Salatiga, this iconic sate sapi (beef satay) house captures the essence of local flavors with its distinctive offerings.

The sate sapi here boasts a delightful crunch, complemented by a savory marinade that reflects the region’s culinary heritage. Each skewer is grilled to perfection, offering a smoky aroma that tantalizes the senses.

However, while most skewers deliver a satisfying texture, some pieces may occasionally be on the tougher side—a minor inconsistency in an otherwise flavorful experience.

The restaurant’s ambiance is casual and inviting, perfect for both quick bites and leisurely meals. Whether you’re stopping by for a solo lunch or gathering with friends, the laid-back atmosphere and friendly service add to the overall charm.

In conclusion, if you’re passing through Semarang and crave authentic sate sapi, this spot along the highway offers a taste of local tradition worth exploring. Despite occasional variations in texture, the overall experience promises a satisfying journey into Semarang’s...

We visit the spot during lunch hour, it was crowded but the service was brisk and fast enough. Most of the food came out at the same time, so does the drinks. The atmosphere was homey, like a family eating place from the 90s and Early 2000s but I doubt that's what people came here for.

Now moving on to the beef satay, the portion was generous for its price, each slice of beef was thick, tender, juicy, and flavourful. Slightly sweet and savoury with a nice charred fragrant. Paired with the smooth and creamy peanut sauce it was perfect for your meat craving. Optionally you can add slices chilies for kicks and some slice red shallots for an extra layer of taste. Highly recommended to dine here.

They also served sup gule, but imo, unlike the satay, it was slightly underseasoned and the broth was a little bit bland, the beef was tender and flavourful tho.

Ordered orange juice on the side but it was also a little bit diluted.

All in all, a perfectly decent experience that is still worth the visit just for the sake of those...

I order beef satay and beef gulai (beef thick soup) I liked the satay because it's tender and juicy and perfectly marinade, if you eat with the soup it's become perfect combination dish. My husband try "beras kencur ice" it's very nice beverage it may comfort your tummy, also try the "gula asem" too which hot or ice if you like sweet and sour drink. The minor about the place is the restroom it's quite dirty (maybe the owner can give more attention to...