The Jakarta Post

"Where to find authentic Pempek in Jakarta? In Pempek 161, you can spend less than Rp 100,000 (US$8) when dining with a friend and expect a satisfactory experience. Serving several types of Pempek."

Fimela

"Well known as one of the best Pempek places in Jakarta, offering a delicious dish with just the right amount of fish."

Maharani Sagita

"Their Pempek is really charming your tongue."

Veny Wrote

"Their Pempek Kapal Senam was very delicious. You should add some chili too."

Iqra Rabika

"Some of the following places have been recognized as legendary pempek outlets in Jakarta: Pempek 161 - At Pempek 161 you can run into variety of Pempek styles, from Kapal to Lenggang. Also, if the broth is your thing,in here you can take on your own, as much as you want."

Atalya Anggraini

"The taste of Pempek in here is the champion, especially their Pempek Kulit."

Irene Wibowo

"Take some of their Pempek after the afternoon shopping, not just to make your stomach full, but also your heart. Savory gravy, plus the crackers, well, it feels really great."

Veny Wrote

"Their Tekwan is tremendously delicious."

The Gastronomic Journal

"Start from the Tekwan with a juicy broth."

Atalya Anggraini

"Their specialty is Palembang food such as Tekwan, which is not easy to find in Jakarta."