Daribu, Jakarta

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Jakarta’s food scene is a non-stop thrill ride, always buzzing, always surprising, with new sweet and savory temptations popping up every week. Viral snacks? They disappear in a blink, especially with young crowds flocking around. And yes, Blok M is still the “kingdom” for anyone chasing fun bites. But this time, I wandered a bit beyond the familiar chaos. Just a 10-minute walk from the MRT, with the city breeze as company, led me to Daribu, the newcomer everyone’s been talking about. Its name? A playful twist on “(Dari) From (Bu) Busan.”

Though still new in Jakarta, Daribu has quickly built a reputation strong enough to make people line up. Each time I visit, the scene never changes, always lively, never quiet, and filled with aromas that easily test anyone’s self-control. Judging by the crowds, it’s clear this bakery has a charm that’s hard to resist.

Daribu’s interior leans into a clean, minimalist style with earthy tones—white, gray, and subtle retro accents on the tables and chairs. Afternoons are especially vibrant, with the kitchen team constantly in motion, baking batch after batch. Their star menu item is the Salt Bread, available in a range of enticing flavors. The selection may not be extensive, but that’s exactly what allows them to prioritize premium ingredients and deliver the best possible taste.

Their highlights include the classic original salt bread and the Earl Grey salt bread, which stands out with its fragrant filling and bold, comforting flavor. The garlic cheese variant is another must-try savory, aromatic, and truly satisfying. One thing worth noting: beyond the flavor variety, Daribu’s salt bread has an impressively soft texture and never feels dry. And unlike many other bakeries, their savory options aren’t overly oily, making each bite even more enjoyable.

They also offer a pistachio salt bread, though the flavor felt a bit too subtle for my liking, almost hard to notice. The Dubai chocolate salt bread, on the other hand, initially intrigued me as a chocolate lover, but the filling wasn’t quite as rich as the Dubai chocolate bars we know or another bakery I had somewhere in town. Beyond the salt bread selection, they also serve canelés, financiers, and cookies for those craving something different.

Salt bread here is priced between IDR 40,000 and IDR 50,000 per piece, on the higher side for a bakery. But the premium ingredients and irresistible flavors clearly justify the steady crowds. At times, you may even need to wait for a fresh batch when it sells out. The good news? They’re always baking nonstop. If you want a smoother experience, I’d suggest visiting early on a weekday rather than braving the weekend rush.

Yovent, is a full-time content writer and social media influencer who loves to travel overseas with high passion and enthusiasm to explore the world of gourmand. Living in Jakarta with the diversity of cultures, foods, trends, and lifestyles gives him much inspiration to create the stories. Blogging since 2014, with more than 5 years of experience, he has a good capacity to work in food writing & photography.