I’m Ikkelio Elize Van Derpinaz Sutedjo Yoshida.
(i collected my names randomly)
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Hi. My name is ikkelio, and I used to discriminate ramen.
I believed pork or nothing.
If it wasn’t tonkotsu, I called it cosplay.
Then I met 7 Tori Samurai (across Pos Indonesia on Sunset Road) and got spiritually suplexed by chicken ramen.
Then I met 7 Tori Samurai (across Pos Indonesia on Sunset Road) and got spiritually suplexed by chicken ramen.
First Impressions
Walked in on a whim (Google had zero reviews at the time).
it’s been a while since I reviewed food. I’ve been home a lot (read: scared of my scale. Kalau diindoin artinya wa gembrot banget). Then I opened my camera roll and found a small museum of meals I never posted.
So~
posting.
Friends landed in Bali and suddenly I remembered how to go outside.
I’d been craving sushi, so we tried Sushimi in Seminyak: small spot, lots of good reviews, close to Fave Hotel and dangerously close to my self-control.
Location & first look
Where: Near Fave Hotel Seminyak (easy to spot).
Size: Compact; seats ring the conveyor belt (choo choo, maki edition).
When I went: Saturday night, pleasantly not “crowdead.” Staff said Friday is the true stampede (promo night).
Parking reality (Seminyak, why)
I drove. I regretted.
Parking nearby was a mini-quest and cost Rp20k (not valet).
Seminyak charges rent for air now, apparently.
The fun part: conveyor belt & prices
Plates orbit your face. You grab, you hope it’s the one you wanted, you pretend it’s strategy.
Color-coded prices (each plate):
- Yellow: Rp15k
- Grey: Rp20k
- Blue: Rp25k
- Red: Rp30k
- Purple: Rp35k
- Black: Rp40k
We sampled a brave amount of nameless sushi (sorry to the chef, love to the taste buds) and spent about ~Rp200k for two.
They also offer brown rice for sushi, cool option.
I was scared of change and didn’t try it (next time).
Vibe & service
Casual, fast, staff friendly. Good for catching up without performing a 3-course ceremony.
Pros & cons (speed run)
Pros
- 🍣 Conveyor belt = instant variety + low decision fatigue
- 💸 Clear price tiers (Rp15k–Rp40k/plate)
- 🧡 Brown rice option for team fiber
- 🙂 Saturday wasn’t too crowded
Cons
- 🅿️ Parking is painful and Rp20k
- 🧑🤝🧑 Friday can get packed (promo gravity)
- 📏 Small space, expect cozy seating
Tips to win your belt
- Avoid Friday promo crowds unless you thrive on chaos.
- If driving, budget time and Rp20k for parking, or just ride-hail.
- Stack a few lower-tier plates to explore more without crying at the bill.
- Curious about brown rice? Order one plate to test before committing.
Homesick but full,
ikkeru
Bali
Hakata Ikkousha (Sunset Road): Silver Pork Devotion, Tamtam Curiosity, and Why I Avoid Lunch Hour
First came Marugame Udon, then Hakata Ikkousha. Now I’m manifesting Yoshinoya and Ikkudo Ichi like a woman with priorities. I’ve eaten at this Hakata more than once.
Last time was ~7 months ago and it’s still crowdead enough to make patience a side dish.
Where & when (survival tips)
Location: Jl. Sunset Road 225x, Kuta, Bali.
Crowd pattern:
Night = busy,
lunch hour = chaos.
Best bet: late afternoon (post-lunch, pre-dinner).
Wait time this round: we were seated and served in ~5-10 minutes, which is miracle speed for this place.
What we ordered (prices I paid)
🌶️ Buta Tamtam Ramen IDR 64.000
Three slices chashu, two halves ajitama, sesame, leeks, and a red, oily house broth.
Menu says spicy, my mouth says pleasantly warm.
If you fear fire, you’ll live.
If you worship it, grab extra chili oil at the table.
🥇 Silver Pork Ramen IDR 69.000 (the superstar)
Ultra-thick tonkotsu broth, three chashu, ajitama. Dense enough to cancel small talk.
I love it, even though I’m usually full before I finish the bowl.
“Women avoid thick broth”? I am not women.
I am hungry (except on date nights when I pretend to be delicate).
Spice & tweaks
Pros & cons (speed run)
Ikkery Ikkosha (yes I said it)
Table has chili oil, sambal, salt, pepper.
I keep the original flavor (the broth is the whole point).
Heat-seekers: add chili oil gradually unless you enjoy regret cosplay.
If ramen fatigue hits
There’s gyoza and curry available.
I haven’t cheated on my broth yet, but friends swear the non-ramen dishes are legit.
Someday, when loyalty wavers.
Pros & cons (speed run)
Pros
- 🍜 Silver Pork broth is rich, silky, deeply porky
- ⏱️ Surprisingly fast service even when busy (your mileage may vary)
- 🔧 Easy spice customization at the table
Cons
- 🧍♀️ Waitlist common at peak times
- 🥣 Thick broth = fills you fast (not a con if you’re me)
- 🅿️ Sunset Road energy (traffic patience required)
Ikkery Ikkosha (yes I said it)
Hakata Ikkousha Ramen
Jl. Sunset Road 225x
Kuta, Bali
Indonesia
Monday-Saturday : 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Phone : +62 361 8947 019
I didn’t plan a 2024 grand tour, but I did score a homecoming to Surabaya. Proof that blessings sometimes wear mall lighting.
Mission one: Yoshinoya finally opened here (Galaxy Mall + Tunjungan Plaza food court).
My inner Tokyo exile: vibrating.
Locations & crowd intel
Where: Galaxy Mall (spacious) and TP food court.
When: Even months after opening, there’s often a queue. Go off-peak (late afternoon) if you don’t want to socialize with a stanchion.
After months away I finally squeezed in a 3-day dash to Surabaya.
Short? Yes.
Worth it? Absolutely.
I missed my friends (and the food) too much.
Quick love letter for DPS Domestic
Bali’s domestic terminal is still shiny-clean and surprisingly well stocked. More like an international terminal: Kopi O, POD, GoGo Franks, Beard Papa’s, and even a Pizza Hut on the way. I just hope we all keep it that way. 🙏
Snack mission: Beard Papa’s
Spotted the yellow sign and bee-lined. If you haven’t tried them: Beard Papa’s is a Japanese chain (born in Osaka, 1999) known for filling each puff to order so the shell stays crisp and the custard tastes fresh.
Flavors I saw: vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, matcha (green tea), plus eclair/coronet options.
My pick: Matcha cream puff.
Shell: a little crispy, not greasy.
Filling: cool, creamy, fragrant matcha. (Their site says “serve warm,” but I loved it cold.)
Price: IDR 18k at DPS (Jakarta outlets are ~IDR 12k).
Service was cheerful and fast. Exactly what you want before boarding. Only bummer: it’s airside, so no access unless you’re flying.
If you go
Where: Domestic terminal, Bali (DPS), after security.
When: Grab one if your flight isn’t delayed—you’ll still have time for a snack.
Tip: Eat right away for max crunch. Bring wipes; custard finds a way.
Jakarta folks: There are ~14 outlets and no plane ticket required. :(
Three days, one city, and a very good cream puff later, I was already planning my next trip.
Happy traveling!
ikkel
Even with the K-food wave, Japanese street snacks aren’t going anywhere in Bali. Lately I keep spotting little carts selling sushi, takoyaki… and my soft spot: taiyaki!
What’s taiyaki?
A fish-shaped waffle (the “tai” fish) cooked in a metal mold, then stuffed. Traditionally with sweet red bean (azuki), but many carts now offer custard, chocolate, cheese, even nangka. (indonesian version)
What I got
Azuki and cream cheese (IDR 8 each).
Not too sweet (bless), crispy edges, soft middle. I’m a “bite-the-head-first” person...
Judge me later 😂
Diet math (very approximate): one piece feels ~220-250 kcal.
Delicious? Yes.
Two pieces = basically a meal.
Price & tips
Most fillings sit around IDR 8K; some add-ons may cost a bit more.
Best eaten hot while the outside is still crisp. If you like extra filling, ask...
Some vendors are generous, some… artistic with the center only 😉
Where to find this cart
Pertokoan Kartika Plaza, Jl. Diponegoro (across Toko Sakura; near BCA KCP Maluku). I first found it years ago, went back on a rainy night, and the nostalgia hit like anime background music.
Wishlist
Still hunting for taiyaki parfait (crushed azuki + matcha ice cream + a warm taiyaki). If Jakarta has it, Bali. and Surabaya, please catch up!
Do you go tail-first or head-first? 😋
ikkel
My Jakarta friends swear by Hakata Ikkousha and Ikkudo Ichi. Lucky me: Hakata’s in Surabaya now (three branches!), and my ramen cravings finally got their moment.
Vibe
Dropped in at 3 PM: quiet, spacious, bright. Staff were super warm and weirdly delightful: they call orders to the kitchen via microphone so the whole shop hears your destiny. Felt like dining inside a spy movie.
It’s been a looong month.....
No one missed me (soooo rude)
Meanwhile, my thumb did...
Meanwhile, my thumb did...
Thumb Drama (NSFW alert)
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“Thumb vs. Knife, Episode 12: Disney/Pixar presents ‘Finding Band-Aid.’”
(NSFW = Not Safe For Whisks) lol
- Forensic report (completely unhelpful)
- Weapon: knife that moonlights as a villain.
- Motive: I attempted “chef’s kiss,” achieved “chef’s hiss.”
- Scene: cutting board that skates like it’s in the Winter Olympics.
- Witness: a daisy sticker who refuses to testify.
Because the thumb is the bodyguard...
Front row, no hazard pay.
Forget the claw grip for one second and it volunteers as tribute. Add a slippery board, dull knife, wet hands, or the classic cutting-toward-your-own-DNA, and… yeah.
Arkenzi, Because Cooking Betrayed Me
I went to Arkenzi because: craving sushi, zero desire to cook, and I’m broke (bought a bathroom scale to check my weight every morning, turns out I could’ve just used my friend’s, wow).
Also March = family birthday boss rush, so hello, penniless arc.
Where
Beside Circle K Marlboro, Denpasar. Red lanterns everywhere; rain ruined my photo ambitions.
Vibe & service
Mostly locals + uni kids doing calculus on calories vs. cash. Staff are ridiculously friendly~
The kind of goodbye that makes you promise to fix your life (tomorrow).
Note: Indonesian-palate tweaks; no raw options = newbie-friendly.
What to order (aka my broke-girl flight)
Sushi lineup (8 kinds): IDR 10–17/plate
You can walk out full with 2 plates = IDR 26k.
Indonesian-style flavor, mayo cameos, zero raw fish anxiety.
Chicken Teriyaki Sushi, IDR 13
Sweet-savory, works with soy + wasabi (team chaos) or mayo (team comfort). I oscillate like a healthy adult.❤
Chicken Ramen (spicy), IDR 17
Not Michelin, but warm, punchy, cheap. My inner accountant hugged it.
Takoyaki (6 pcs), IDR 10
Cooked through (bless), modest octopus count (price math), wished for extra katsuobushi flakes.
Pros & cons (speed run)
Pros
- 💸 Ultra-budget (IDR 10–17 per plate)
- 🍣 Indo-style sushi (beginner-safe)
- 😊 Sweet staff, easy comfort food
Cons
- 🐙 Takoyaki could use more katsuobushi
- 🍣 Limited variety (8 sushi types)
- 📸 Night/rain lighting = photo purgatory
Who said cheap food doesn't make your day delightful?
Ikkeru
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