Palm Court — Restaurant in Jakarta

3 star restaurant in a 5 star hotel. A lot changed in this hotel since the pandemic came and went. Some things improved , like swimming pool and refreshed bathrooms,, but some deteriorated...like the Palm Room restaurant. The prices increased while the flavors and presentation went downhill.

The Ceasar salad tasted great, however this is where positives ended. Indonesian dishes lacked flavor and presentation, but the absolute low point were desserts. "Vanilla" ice-cream tasted like a cheap milk ice-cream from a corner store - all sugar, no vanilla..and definitely not a gelato. Tiramisu was a disaster in a class on its own: deep glasses caused cacao powder to raise when disturbed with a spoon..and we learned that inhaling cacao powder is as fun as it sounds. As for the recipe, the chef should know better as he is apparently Italian. Where was the Marsala wine to uplift the sugary cream? We were given an excuse that the recipe was adjusted for Muslims. Which ones? The guests in the restaurant must have been of the non-observant kind as they had wine on their tables. The miserable excuse for tiramisu should be returned back to its classic form and served in shallow dish to avoid guests coughing out cocoa powder. If you insist on offering children version of tiramisu, offer it on kids menu. We were tempted to rate it at 1 star, but the service was polite and sweet and ceasar salad good, so we...

INNER CIRCLE!!! If you want to try the famous Winner's Yoon and Hoony nasi goreng, this is the place to order!!! LOL. Wok fried nasi goreng is the one Yoon ordered consists of nasi goreng, sunny side up, chicken satay, beef satay and 1 tiger prawn, with acar, sambal, and a bowl of kerupuk. Hoony's order is oxtail nasi goreng (I didn't order because the price is ridiculously expensive hahahaha... Only managed to order one and I chose wok fried nasi goreng). The nasi goreng is so delicious I don't lie, and the toppings too. As delicious as warung's version but less oily. Yummy! Oh. It's rp244.000 (incl tax) btw. The restaurant also is the place for breakfast but, due to the pandemic, there was no buffet. All ala carte. You can order as many as you like but the portion is actually quite small. Like, for sausage they only gave me half size. The nasi goreng was plain but still has shrimp on it. The congee was bland with 1/4 phitan egg (like.. really. This is supposed to be an all u can eat. Why can't you give me at least half of it??) The egg benedict was delicious tho. Really, someday, when things are back to normal, I would love to spend a night here again just to eat the buffet breakfast. All food were delicious, it's just the portion that I...

Palm Court offers an elevated dining experience with a refined take on Indonesian favorites, set in a calm and peaceful atmosphere perfect for private dining. The mie goreng special impresses with springy, smoky egg noodles topped with crispy tiger prawns, tender chicken and flavorful beef satay—a hearty and satisfying dish. The nasi ayam penyet delivers comforting, homey flavors, featuring spicy sambal, crispy tofu, and tempeh, making it a simple yet delicious choice.

One standout feature is the open kitchen, adding an entertaining element to the dining experience as chefs skillfully prepare dishes in full view. For dessert, the mango sago was an absolute highlight—so delicious it was gone before a photo could be taken!

Prices for mains range from 200,000 IDR to 300,000 IDR (approximately RM55–85), reflecting the elevated quality and luxurious setting. Palm Court is an excellent choice for those seeking a serene and sophisticated dining experience in Jakarta, with a touch of...