PROFILED BY DEGROOTS MEDIAHidden away at the back of the Cavanagh City Centre Arcade is one of Darwin’s best kept secrets. Sari Rasa doesn’t look like much from the outside, but for locals in the know, this little restaurant has been serving up delicious, fresh and authentic Indonesian cuisine for over 20 years. All dishes at Sari Rasa are halal prepared and extraordinarily good value for money – no dish is over $10. Diners can choose from the daily selection in the bain-marie, order off the menu, or, for catering and large functions, choose from the special order menu, which requires at least one day’s prior notice.
Sari Rasa regulars rave about the daging empal (dried beef) and, for those that like spice, the terong pedas (spicy eggplant) and spicy green beans are a must have. Sari Rasa also serves up the regular authentic Indonesian dishes you would expect, such as tender beef rendang and fried rice, but more adventurous diners should try the bubur ayam (chicken rice porridge) served at breakfast. For tasty, fresh Indonesian cuisine you can’t go past Sari Rasa, open week days from 11am.
Liam Phillips, June 2008
