Bebek Carok Kemang — Restaurant in Jakarta

Bebek Carok promises the bold, fiery flavors of Madura’s famed bebek goreng (spicy fried duck), but what it delivers is a disappointingly diluted version that feels more like a timid interpretation than an authentic experience. The dish—supposedly the star of the show—lacks the intense, aromatic punch of traditional Madurese spices, leaving the palate unimpressed and questioning whether the kitchen has ever truly embraced the island’s culinary soul. While the price is reasonable and the staff is attentive enough, these small merits can’t compensate for the restaurant’s glaring shortcomings. The ambiance is forgettable, the flavors uninspired, and the overall execution feels more like a well-marketed hawker stall than a serious dining establishment.

Perhaps the most telling detail is that Bebek Carok isn’t even helmed by a seasoned chef but by a stand-up comedian—an odd choice that might explain why the food lacks depth and finesse. Instead of a masterfully spiced, crispy-skinned duck that lingers in memory, you’re left with an average plate that fails to justify the hype. If you’re craving true Madurese duck, you’re better off looking elsewhere. This place is, at best, a passable stop for the uninitiated—but for anyone who knows what bebek madura should taste like, it’s a letdown.

Not terrible, but not worth a...

I went here all the way from Malaysia to taste the spicy fried duck. I ordered a Bebek Bumbu Hitam Jumbo and an extra plate of rice, with an extra portion of Sambal Mangga and extra Bumbu Hitam. My cousin tried the Bebek Ancur.

The verdict: the ducks are hotter than Tretan Muslim's dark jokes. Chuaksssss!

The Bebek Bumbu Hitam Jumbo had a almost intolerable but pleasant spiciness to it. The Bebek Ancur on the other hand was too spicy, even spicier than Coki's dark jokes. Luckily I ordered 2 glasses of Es Jeruk Peras to wash them all down. No, it wasn't enough! We went to the nearby McDonald's to buy some ice-cream to calm our belly down! 😂😂😂

Only one complain though. The dishes are so oily my rice was drenched in duck fat. The Sambal Mangga helped a lot. Maybe consider reducing it.

Will I come again? Hell...

Joining the hype of this food. Luckily, i come at the right time?? The queuing line is not so crowded. Just wait like 15 mins until i can order the food. And wait for 10 mins until the order come. The duck is so tender, you can remove the bones just by shaking the meat. But unfortunately, i think some people also experience this. The sambal mangga and sambal bawang is not as much as i saw in youtube. So a little bit dissapointed on this. And we cant request for additional sambal. But anw, worth the hype and quite affordable for a...