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@Cinta

127 Pelham St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

Recommended by 44 people

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127 Pelham St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

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61 3 7002 9570
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About @Cinta

Straight-shooting Indonesian comfort without the Carlton markup on Pelham Street. Regulars head straight for the grilled beef ribs—meat plated alongside conical rice, fried tofu, and chili paste with real heat. The kitchen folds tiny anchovies into steamed rice and turns out chicken skewers in peanut sauce. Between the framed memorabilia inside and the sidewalk tables out front, the room carries the easy spirit of a neighborhood warung, complete with student-priced meal sets bundled with drinks.

  • Signature Iga Bakar: Tender grilled beef ribs served alongside traditional conical rice, fried tofu, and fiery sambal.
  • Archipelago Staples: Savory steamed coconut rice laced with anchovies, paired with addictive chili heat and satay skewers.
  • Casual Sets & Seating: Budget-friendly bundled meal sets with drinks, offering spacious indoor tables under chandeliers and outdoor seating.
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Why Diners Choose @Cinta

Discover rich regional specialties, generous combo sets, and a cozy dining room in Carlton—plan your visit to @Cinta today.

  • Succulent Iga Bakar & Fragrant Rice

    Tender, charcoal-grilled beef ribs paired with savory anchovy-infused coconut rice deliver deep, authentic archipelago flavor.

    very flavourful and succulent grilled beef ribs, the anchovies in the steamed coconut rice added a very nice kick to it

    Aimee Le

  • Budget-Friendly Bundled Meal Sets

    Hearty combination platters like ayam bakar and crispy prawns include drinks, providing high-value meals suited for students and casual diners.

    We ordered the ayam bakar and udang crispy set and they came with drinks.

    Yos William

  • Spacious Indoor and Outdoor Seating

    A versatile layout accommodates diners across comfortable indoor tables and an inviting outdoor seating area.

    The place is fitted out well with plenty of room inside and out.

    Rigoniman Rigoni

  • Cultural Decor and Relaxed Ambiance

    Framed cultural pieces, chandelier lighting, and a tidy dining room create a cozy, relaxing environment for every meal.

    There were Indonesian cultural memorabilia on the walls, in photo frames. A mid-sized chandelier hanging overhead the table I was sitting in gave it a cozy feel.

    S S

  • Transportive Culinary Nostalgia

    Traditional recipes and familiar regional comforts evoke genuine memories and nostalgia of dining in Indonesia.

    I felt like we were back in Indonesia.

    Rigoniman Rigoni

  • Craving-Satisfying Archipelago Comfort

    Diners craving classic Indonesian specialties find dependable comfort and bold, craveable flavors that encourage frequent returns.

    We were craving for nasi bakar and glad that we tried this place.

    Yos William

From succulent charcoal-grilled beef ribs to fragrant banana-leaf-wrapped rice, plan your visit to Carlton and experience authentic Indonesian comfort.

  • Iga Bakar

    recommend Iga Bakar - very flavourful and succulent grilled beef ribs

    Aimee Le

  • Nasi Bakar

    The nasi bakar had small anchovies and the taste was good.

    Yos William

  • Chicken Satay

    chicken satay, it came with lontong and the 5 skewers. The peanut sauce had a nice balance so it want too sweet. The chicken was juicy too.

    Yos William

  • Indonesian Dumplings

    We also had a serve of the dumplings, so good!

    Rigoniman Rigoni

Before you head over

Practical advice on kitchen pacing, portion planning, and seating to help you plan your visit.

  • Allow Time During Peak Hours

    Dishes can take a while to arrive when the restaurant gets busy, so allow a bit of extra time during peak hours for a relaxed meal.

  • Order Meal Sets for Bigger Appetites

    Budget-priced single plates are sized for lighter dining; order bundled meal sets that include drinks or add sides like satay skewers for a heartier meal.

  • Choose Indoor or Outdoor Seating

    The venue provides room both inside under cultural decor and chandeliers as well as outside, offering seating options depending on the weather.

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