A Taste of Tradition, Served Fresh
LOCAL DELICACIES
Bandung’s Must-Try Dishes, Handpicked for the Curious Palate
A curated journey through the city’s soul — served warm, seasoned deep, and remembered long after.
Where Bandung Begins on the Tongue
At LVX Suites, we don’t just guide you to meals — we lead you into memory.
Bandung’s flavor isn’t fast. It’s slow-steeped in history, culture, and quiet genius.
This is your map to the dishes locals crave and the flavors tourists never forget — from smoky street-side sate to century-old recipes passed hand to hand.
Every bite is an invitation: to pause, to savor, to know the city not just by sight — but by soul.
Come hungry. Leave connected.
… Seblak: The Spicy Sensation
Dive into this spicy, savory snack made from wet crackers sautéed with a medley of toppings like macaroni, sausage, and meatballs. The blend of galangal and other spices creates an irresistible flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.
… Soto Bandung: Hearty Comfort
Warm up with this hearty soup featuring a rich beef broth, tender beef slices, radish, and fried soybeans. It’s a comforting dish perfect for the cool Bandung climate.
… Lumpia Basah: Fresh Delight
Enjoy fresh spring rolls filled with sautéed bean sprouts, jicama, and eggs, wrapped in a thin, soft skin and drizzled with sweet soy sauce. A delightful, light snack that’s full of flavor.
… Mi Kocok: Noodle Extravaganza
Savor this crowd-pleasing noodle dish that combines flat noodles with beef tripe, meatballs, and bean sprouts in a savory beef broth.
… Nasi Tutug Oncom: Traditional Taste
Experience this traditional Sundanese dish of steamed rice mixed with fermented soybean cake (oncom), served with fried chicken, tempeh, tofu, and sambal.
… Bandros: Sweet Coconut Cakes
Indulge in these coconut-flavored cakes made from rice flour and coconut milk, cooked in a special mold, and topped with grated coconut and sugar.
… Cuanki: Street Food Favorite
This popular street food features fish balls, tofu, and dumplings in a clear, savory broth or with instant noodles.
… Karedok: Sundanese Salad
Try this Sundanese salad made with raw vegetables like cucumbers, bean sprouts, and cabbage, all tossed in a creamy peanut sauce.
… Pisang Bolen: Delightful Pastry
Don’t miss these delightful pastries filled with banana and cheese or chocolate. Perfect for a sweet treat or a souvenir.
… Batagor: Fried Dumplings
Enjoy fried fish dumplings served with a rich peanut sauce. A beloved snack that’s crispy on the outside and soft inside.
Culinary experiences
Indulge Your Senses and Discover New Flavors
More Bandung’s Delights:
… Cilok: Chewy tapioca balls skewered and served with various sauces, including peanut and spicy chili.
… Cimol: Deep-fried tapioca balls that are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, often enjoyed with seasoning powders.
… Cireng: Fried tapioca flour snacks, sometimes filled with savory ingredients like meat or cheese.
… Peuyeum: A traditional fermented cassava treat, perfect for snacking or dessert.
… Cilung: Grilled tapioca rolls sprinkled with seasonings, a favorite among locals.
… Colenak: Grilled fermented cassava drizzled with coconut and palm sugar sauce.
… Basreng: Spicy fried meatballs, sliced thin for a crispy, flavorful snack.
… Surabi: Rice flour pancakes traditionally served with sweet coconut milk or savory toppings like oncom.
… Nasi Timbel: Banana leaf-wrapped rice served with fried chicken, tempeh, and sambal.
… Tahu Susu Lembang: Silky smooth tofu made with soy milk, a specialty from the Lembang area.
… Es Goyobod: A refreshing dessert drink made from coconut milk, syrup, and mixed fruits.
… Wajit: Sweet sticky rice cakes wrapped in corn husks, offering a delightful mix of sweet and chewy textures.
… Empal Gepuk: Tender beef slices marinated in sweet soy sauce and spices, then fried until crispy.
… Piscok: Banana wrapped in spring roll pastry, deep-fried, and filled with melted chocolate.
… Siomay Bandung: Steamed fish dumplings served with peanut sauce and a squeeze of lime.
… Lotek: A vegetable salad similar to gado-gado, featuring boiled vegetables and tempeh in a rich peanut sauce.
… Comro and Misro: Grated cassava snacks with spicy oncom (Comro) or sweet palm sugar (Misro).
More than just a stay
—it's a promise of unforgettable experiences waiting to be uncovered!