Ketjeh Resto in Klaten
Iftar get-togethers are one of the things to look forward to every Ramadan, and Ketjeh Resto in Klaten, Central Java is one of the most unique places to do so. An outdoor waterpark restaurant, Ketjeh has boats you can have iftar on and allows you to dine outdoors while barefooted with water at your feet.
No worries if you arrive early and don’t feel like waiting for hours until it’s time to break your fast – next to the restaurant is De Wangen Equestrian Park, where you can try your hand at horseback riding and archery while waiting for the sun to set.
Guests can dine on tables and boats set in a shallow pond
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Launched in December 2020, Ketjeh Resto is best known for its shallow pond where dining tables are set, allowing guests to eat outdoors while barefooted with water tickling their feet.
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In addition to dining tables, the restaurant also has wooden boats where guests can dine in a group, a popular feature among those looking to have iftar get-togethers.
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The pond is decorated with bamboo lights, making for a delightful dining experience when the sun is down.
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Despite its vast area and facilities, Ketjeh’s food is on the more affordable side – personal sets for one person each are available starting from Rp. 15,000 (~USD1.03) while groups can enjoy family sets starting from Rp. 83,000 (~USD5.71).
The restaurant is located next to an equestrian park
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Right next to Ketjeh Resto is De Wangen Equestrian Park, where you can try your hand at a wide range of activities such as horseback riding and archery while waiting for iftar time.
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At De Wangen, you can have a 30-minute horseback riding session for Rp. 50,000 (~USD3.44) per person and an archery lesson for the same price per hour, with all equipment provided. The park also has ATVs you can rent and ride around the area for Rp. 20,000 (~USD1.38) per 10 minutes.
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Ketjeh Resto in Klaten offers an outdoor iftar setting
Finding a place for an iftar get-together can be challenging, especially during a pandemic where it’s safer to dine and gather outdoors, but Ketjeh Resto allows you to have a memorable iftar experience with your loved ones with its outdoor setting and unique atmosphere.
Moreover, its proximity to De Wangen Equestrian Park ensures that you will never run out of things to do while waiting for iftar with a variety of fun activities you can enjoy.
Address: Area Sawah/Kebun, Wangen, Polanharjo, Klaten Regency, Central Java 57474
Opening hours: 3PM-9PM (during Ramadan)
Telephone: 0812 8555 5572
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More restaurants to check out in Indonesia:
- Suwatu by Mil&Bay in Yogyakarta
- 2D Coffee & Tea in Pantai Indah Kapuk, North Jakarta
- 10 of the best seafood restaurants in Batam
Cover image adapted from @ketjehresto and @de_wangen
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