Soto Betawi H. Husein (Legendary Creamy Beef Soup)

Established in 1988 in the Manggarai area, Soto Betawi H. Husein has cemented its status as one of the most crowded and sought-after culinary destinations in Jakarta. Unlike the clear or milk-based variations, the defining hallmark of H. Husein is its thick, golden-yellow broth—richly infused with turmeric, candlenuts, coriander, and heirloom spices. The absolute crowd-pleaser here is the combination of tender beef chunks and their signature fried lung (paru goreng), which offers a delightful crunch on the outside while remaining incredibly melt-in-your-mouth soft inside, perfectly absorbing the intensely savory broth.