Great selection and good, comforting food!! The staff are super sweet and helpful. It's a delight to stop by and brightens my week whenever I grab a meal and see the store! read more

Ditas Market - Indonesian Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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This beef rendang is delicious! Actually everything I've had so far is delicious. Whether you get the beef rendang, chicken curry, the fried fritters, etc,..... by far my most favorite dish here is the dry, slow cooked Beef Rendang, which is so tender and spiced well. I sometimes will just get a container of the beef rendang to eat for another day. Definitely skip the plain rice and go with the coconut rice. Do not let your food get cold, the fried and curries are always much better when warm. This is a family run business, the food quality is excellent and service is very personable. They are active on instagram with their specials for the day as well. The ambiance is more of a take and go with a few indoor outdoor tables next to the building for the lunch crowd. Parking is behind the restaurant but the ground is unpaved and bumpy. read more

I had seen this place on TikTok and made a note that I wanted to try here if I was ever in the area. Well, yesterday was the day and I was excited to see it in person. Lots of pantry items to purchase but the real gem is the canteen in the back and the lovely owner/chef who lets you know what each item is. They have meat and vegetarian options. You can get 2 sides and a rice for $11.99 which is a great price for all the food you get but it's even better once you taste it. Phenomenal. I got the beef dish for my hubby and I got the tempeh and vegetable dish for myself and the owner was kind enough to give us 2 different rices to try (Yellow and Coconut) with some fried garlic flakes on top. The owner loves to cook and it shows! Please- go out and support small businesses owned by women! There is parking in the back. read more

This place is truly a Hidden Gem! I live in Metuchen and I never knew until now that they have a kitchen and serve hot prepared foods! So I've been missing out for these past 3 years since they opened! Not only do they serve food, but they had three vegan options when I went today! They even make their own tempeh from Scratch!!! And it has a really deep and complex flavor - nothing at all like grocery store tempeh. Their food is Amazing. The flavors really pop! All three dishes had their own unique flavor. And the coconut rice was excellent on its own accord! This is literally the best vegan food I've had in NJ. And I've lived in NJ for about 15 years and been vegan longer than that. I would eat here every day if I could. read more

Ditas Market - No 2 Combo with coconut rice, one tempeh dish, one vegetable dish and one tofu dish - delish!!! - Indonesian Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

I was in the market to try something new and I don't think I have ever had Indonesian food before. When I heard about this location I was very intrigued. I stopped by and felt very welcomed. Dita was patient and even asked me questions as she explained what different items available were. It was a place that seemed open to share what they had, which was very pleasant. Their meat was certified halal which is a plus in the area. Once I did order my food, it looked familiar to me and I had an expectation of what it tasted like. It was a surprise. Not bad but different than what I expected. I also purchased this jasmine tea juice box from the fridge which was a welcome addition to my meal. It is worth a try if you are in the area and want to try something new, but it is really up to taste if you'll enjoy it. If you hang around the shop a little, the couple running the business will try to talk to you if its not busy and just reminisce about things, which was very comforting. read more

Ditas Market - Coconut rice with Tempe and beef rendang - Indonesian Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

What a gem of a place! Amazing, tasty food! Great for vegans, but there is ample spice, which I love! The staff are lovely, and very knowledgeable about the cuisine. My go-to! read more

I had heard about this little unassuming Indonesian market right in my area serving halal Indonesian food, which I've never tried and today was the day I stopped in. It truly is unassuming, it's very quaintly located in Metuchen. There are really no tables to sit at. And they close very early. However, you absolutely must stop in to try this delicious food. It's absolutely phenomenal and delicious. Every item we tried hit it out of the park. We got 2 combo platters so we could try a majority of the menu and oh my goodness, it's such good, tasty food. Highly recommend the coconut rice. But the beef rendang and the lemongrass chicken are sensational and amazing. I also loved the spicy chicken as well as the tofu. And the collard greens? I don't even know how to describe how delicious it is. Very reasonably priced as well. Absolutely phenomenal. read more

Ditas market is not just a market for Indonesian pantry items it also has a canteen at the back with delicious home cooked food. At the canteen you can pick 1 rice 2 dishes for $11.99 or 1 rice 3 dishes for $13.99. They change up the dishes and you can see what's on their menu by checking out their instagram story. They have 3 rice options, white, coconut or yellow rice. We've tried the yellow and coconut rice and they are both so delicious and flavourful. I could eat many servings of just the rice by myself. We tried a beef stew and a chicken dish as well as the kale in coconut stew and fried tofu stuffed in veggies. The chicken curry was so delicious. Both the chicken and the beef dishes had so much flavour. The chicken was tender but the beef, although not tough, it wasn't tender; its texture was dry but soft if that makes any sense, which is not my fav. Also I don't recommend getting anything fried unless you plan on air frying it back at home bc fried things when enclosed in a bento box will lose the crispiness by the time you get home. The kale I loved as well, it was stewed until soft and has a coconut curry flavour. The woman operating the place was very helpful in suggesting which dishes has flavours that pair well with each other and it definitely elevated the meal. Lastly, the price! One of the highlights of this place is definitely the reasonable price. This is the type of pricing that will encourage ppl to become regulars. Love this place and will be back. In regard to the store itself...There are a couple of bar seats at the side of the store if you wanted to sit there and eat but the place is pretty small. For the durian lovers out there they also sell frozen durian in their fridge. Ps. There is parking in the back. read more

The food is good and service was nice. We went there many During spring and summer times you can eat in.

This place is literally walking distance from my house! I love that it's a small family owned establishment. They regularly cycle through the dishes offered so we have tried different things each time we come. The pandan rice is sooo good!! But if you want to make rice at home and just come here for the meat and sides, that's also a boss move. Lol read more

Visited Ditas market after seeing write up in star ledger. Tried their food and it was ok. Nothing to brag about. Would be nice if you can sit and eat at a restaurant. read more

The food quality here makes you rethink what's possible. This place made me feel welcome. Our table featured multiple dishes for everyone's sampling. Every employee offered friendliness and support. This spot gets my personal approval. read more

This is a small Indonesian market really close to downtown Metuchen. I saw Ditas Market on TikTok and sent the video to my friend who always says there's no authentic Indonesian food in NYC. I've never had Indonesian food so I was ready for the adventure. I am so glad I went here! It's a small, cute building with 3 or 4 parking spots in the back. When we walked in, I noticed all of the cool Indonesian snacks they had! They also had fresh food in the refrigerator anyone can buy. My friend bought so many snacks that we needed another bag to fit everything! In the back of the store, they have fresh food you can order. The menu is rotated everyday. I will say, I was shocked to see that I had a bunch of options to try out! There were 3 vegetarian sides, 3 non vegetarian sides, and 3 rices. I got the Orek Tempe (tempeh curry,) Rendang Jamur (Mushroom curry,) and coconut rice. For the 2 sides and one rice, it was only $11.99! I fell in love with the orek tempe, I have never had tempeh like that! It went so well with the coconut rice too. The rendang jamur was good as well, but I think the orek tempe was my favorite overall. It was such a hearty meal which I was definitely in dire need of. The people who work there are so sweet too, they spoke with my friend in Indonesian and explained what each dish was made of so I could choose what I wanted. I've already made plans with my friend to come back here and try some of their other food. 10/10 would recommend! read more

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Dita's Market is an Indonesian market with an on site kitchen offering pre-cooked food and groceries available. It's a welcoming addition to the neighborhood where previously Indonesian goods was only available at Toko Balindo in Colonia or in Philadelphia. Only 3 mins away from Lotte Market! They have a food court-like stand where you can choose what pre-cooked food you'd like to bring home. We had their half size rendang ($7.50) and sapi garo ($7.00) for dinner at home. Very flavorful paired and well with their sambal ijo. Credit cards are accepted but there are discounts offered if you pay by cash. Parking available at the back of the building. Looking forward to trying more of their entrees in the future! read more

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This place is the real deal! You will find tasty, authentic Indonesian food here. It's a lovely, small market with a kitchen in the back - so you can come here, shop, and take home a meal to eat. We tried two chicken dishes, and it was very good. We also had the pandan jelly pudding for dessert, and we were not disappointed. read more

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This market is the only restaurant offering authentic homemade, cooked-on-premise Indonesian dishes in Central NJ (the other store such as Balindo in Colonia only offers pre-cooked catered packaged meals). The restaurant/grocery store combo is packed in a cute little house a few blocks from the Metuchen train station, away from the bustling main downtown. It also offers delish side snacks and drinks (also homemade) and a fair variety of Indonesian packaged snacks. The food?? It's a definite must try! They're deeeelicious, authentic, and yet, compared to the more typical Indonesian cooking, more thoughtful in salt and oil that I felt that they might've taken a healthier-food approach to Indonesian cooking. You can choose a 2-side ($11.50) or 3-side ($13.99) meal with rice. The menu selection changes often, and on the day I visited they have 8 choices from the more standard Indonesian fare like Rendang (spicy braised beef) and Gulai Sayur (collard greens cooked in coconut curry), to the more region-specific delights from Manado (North Sulawesi) such as Sapi Garo (marinated beef cubes that serve a delicious spicy punch), and Ayam Woku (spicy chicken immersed in lemngrass sauce). I tried the 2 above and the less "dangerous" (i.e., spicy) but equally delicious Sayur Nangka (jackfruit in coconut broth). You can add accent to your selection with the sambal ijo (green chili paste) or merah (red chili) and you can own an epic exotic dinner at an really competitive cost. To add flavor to (any) meal I have at home, I also ordered the amazingly delicious Abon Ikan (shredded fish cooked and dried) that were just recently made. There are other snacks and drinks (pictured) that I have to restrain myself from getting this time (will try some other time). Parking at the back lot. Super friendly ladies serving with smiles. read more

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So much flavorful options! Love the beef option with your choice of white rice, coconut rice and yellow rice, the vegan kale with coconut milk was so wonderfully paired with my dish. Family operated and you definitely feel like you're it's your own aunty making your plate with love. If you're in the area def come get your taste buds rocked! read more

trying to support local businesses made my way here and got a platter. cheaper if you pay in cash. the food is authentic. spicy but not overbearing. will definitely come here to try out other items. read more

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Dita's is part specialty market for Indonesian packaged food, part takeout restaurant. I've never purchased any of the market items because from the moment I walk in the door, the delicious smell of the prepared food grabs ahold of me and I'm drawn to the back of the store. There are several prepared foods available, and it changes up each day. There are always several vegetarian items available. I love that the food is hot and ready because it makes it so easy to pick something up on the way home from work. I always get the rice and 3 veggie combo so I can try different things. The portions are very generous, enough for 2 people to share or leftovers the next day. I've only tried the veggie options at Dita's, but everything I've tried has been absolutely delicious, with so many layers of flavor. It's not the comfort food I grew up with, but it hits the same spot in my soul and makes me so happy when I eat it. I don't think I could pick a favorite dish, but I highly recommend getting anything they do with tempeh. Even if you think you don't like tempeh, the ways they prepare it here will make you change your mind! Their kale in coconut curry is sure to convert anyone who thinks they hate kale! Do yourself a favor and try this place, you'll regret not going sooner. read more

Ditas Market - Pandan rice, tempeh, collard greens - Indonesian Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

The food is delicious. Went there with my family for lunch. You can sit down to eat but its more like a take out restaurant vibe. The menu changes so make sure to call before you go. I definitely will come back with my family for meal. read more

Ditas Market - Left over from Nasi Campur (Mixed Rice). It's mixed of everything they have that day. Rendang, Ayam suwir, Ayam Waku, Tempe, etc. - Indonesian Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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Probably my favorite restaurant in New Jersey. Food is always fresh, flavorful, and delicious. It's very reasonably priced considering the amount of food you get. Absolutely a hidden gem! read more

Indonesian food with Beef Rendang spicy beef achar and coconut rice from Ditas Market at 157 Main St Metuchen NJ read more

Ditas Market - Indonesian food with beef rendang, spicy beef, achar and coconut rice from Ditas Market at Metuchen - Indonesian Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

Cool little place cranking out fantastic food. Lots of very tasty vegan options. Got takeout from here multiple times and it's always fantastic. They also have groceries - one of the few places where you can find tempeh. read more

Ditas Market - Daily tofu dish, tempeh dish, and kale over coconut rice - Indonesian Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

I hv traveled to Indonesia quite a few times and whenever i have craving for indonesian food i will drive all the way to Philadelphia or NYC. I just discovered Ditas mkt at Metuchen and i will say it's authentic indonesian and best part its home made. I got the beef redang and a chicken stew/ curry dish with lemon grass and they were delicious. Both the ladies were nice. I will come back again. read more

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I was driving from whole food to kamman asian grocery one day and I saw a sign outside that said INDONESIAN something. I almost slam my brake, but for the sake of driver behind me I didnt. I thought it was just another Indonesian grocery store who get food from Philadelphia, where i go to a lot to satisfy my craving of Indonesian food. I WAS WRONG. This place cooked!!! I stopped by this morning right after they were almost done preparing this chicken dish called ayam woku. I ordered 4 dish, chicken woku, beef garo, stuffed tofu and a jackfruit dish. They are all drool worthy. They have new menu daily. This is truly a hidden gem!!! I probably will go to Philly a lot less now!! A taste of Indonesia in Metuchen!!! Cant wait to try their fried chicken!!! read more

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I got luck dropping by this place. Authentic Indonesian market with hot food being cooked right in front of you along with hard to find Indonesian groceries. Had some Bubar Ayam, a chicken porridge right from the pot. Amazing! I've traveled around Indonesia and this brought back great memories! Worth the visit! read more

Great new addition to Metuchen's South Main Street. Very friendly staff, great selection of (I would imagine) hard-to-find Indonesian items and VERY tasty hot food prepared on site. Tasty any spicy at the same time, but the spice does not over-power. Looking forward to returning to see if they expand the hot food selection as they get settled in. read more