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Ati Raja
Welcome to the culinary world of Ati Raja, a jewel nestled in the vibrant streets of Makassar, Indonesia. Located on Jl. Gn. Merapi No.170, this renowned establishment is famous for its authentic bakso, or meatballs, a quintessential dish that offers a taste of the local culture.
Ati Raja has captured the hearts of many, both locals and visitors alike. Each dish resonates with rich flavors and a commitment to quality that has remained unchanged over the years. Rydha Saraswati, a passionate customer, described their signature offering, the Bakso Ati Raja mix, as a definite must-try. It features a delightful combination of bakso, boiled nyuknyang, and fried nyuknyang. This dish exemplifies the essence of Ati Raja—where taste meets tradition.
Additionally, if you're yearning for a taste of Makassar to take home, Ati Raja provides frozen meatballs, allowing you to savor their beloved flavors long after your visit. According to Feliciana Xie, the restaurant’s immense popularity is evident, with multiple outlets serving hungry patrons throughout the city.
The ambiance at this location is inviting, featuring an open concept that promotes a casual dining experience, though some reviews noted that the service could be a bit uneven. Nonetheless, diners like Elmo Rinaldi appreciate the clean environment and delicious offerings, particularly the fried bakso, which boasts a perfect crispy exterior and a tender interior. Pair it with their markisa juice and fried tofu for a complete meal that dances on the palate.
With glowing reviews highlighting swift service and a delightful atmosphere, Ati Raja is more than just a restaurant; it’s a culinary adventure. Dian Arymami emphasizes this sentiment well, recommending it as a must-visit during your stay in Makassar. Whether you’re savoring the famed meatballs or enjoying the local vibes, Ati Raja promises an experience that delights the senses and cultivates a love for Makassar’s gastronomic treasures.
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“ The authentic bakso from Makassar that you really can’t find anywhere else, definitely a must-try when visiting the city. I ordered the Bakso Ati Raja mix, which came with bakso ati raja, boiled nyuknyang, and fried nyuknyang. The taste is consistently good and never changes over the years. I also tried their pisang ijo, but for me it was nothing special, I didn’t really enjoy the texture of the skin. Their jalangkote was not bad though. Service was fairly quick and the prices are worth it. However, I have to say that while most of the staff were okay, a few of them came across as a bit unfriendly. They also serve a takeaway package that you can bring home as a souvenir, which is a nice touch if you want to share the taste of Makassar with friends or family. ”
“ Ati Raja is a famous meatball restaurant in Makassar city. Since they receive so much love from the customers both locally and outside Makassar city, Ati Raja also provides the frozen meatball as a souvenir to bring back home. They also have many outlets in this city. This one that I visited was in Gunung Merapi street that has a large space with street parking outside. Musholla is also available. In this outlet, they also sell some snacks and syrup as the typical souvenir from Makassar. Besides meatball, Ati Raja provides the other menu as well. There are fried rice, noodles, kwetiaw, bihun, soto Banjar, otak-otak, and many more. I tried Bakso Ati Raja (IDR 30,000). A bowl of plentiful soft beef meatballs, beef muscle meatballs, nyuknyang in a clear broth with green onions. Served it with lime and if you like spicy, don't forget to add it! You could eat them together with rice or buras. I chose buras (rice cake). ”
“ Great meatball, especially their fried meatball. Fair price with their service and clean place. Order their markisa juice and fried tofu to complete your meatball dishes ”
“ must try fried meatball (bakso goreng), crispy outside but soft inside. a lot of waitress but only few that really work, the rest just chatting with colleague without care about customer open concept resto (without AC) & a bit dark. ”
“ Must visit when you stay in Makassar. Delicious. Great vibes. Swift service. ”