Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim
Melawai, Jakarta
Restaurant in Jakarta, Indonesia
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Five Monkeys Burger on Panglima Polim is a casual, easy-access burger counter in Melawai, South Jakarta — best for solo lunches or low-key weekday meals. Walk-ins are expected and booking is straightforward. Skip it for wine-forward or formal occasions; for those, redirect to Bistecca or Esa nearby.
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Is Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim Worth Booking in Jakarta?
If you are searching for a burger spot in Kebayoran Baru that fits a casual special occasion or a relaxed solo lunch, Five Monkeys Burger on Jl. Panglima Polim V is a sensible answer. The Melawai address puts it in one of South Jakarta's more walkable dining pockets, where the streetscape is low-rise and the foot traffic is local rather than tourist-heavy. Whether it clears the bar for a deliberate visit depends on what you need from the meal — and right now, the venue's public data is thin enough that some of those specifics require a call ahead.
What the Venue Delivers
Five Monkeys Burger operates out of a compact address in Melawai, a sub-district of Kebayoran Baru that has accumulated a quiet density of casual dining options over the past decade. The format — a burger-focused counter in a neighbourhood setting, suits solo diners and pairs better than it suits groups looking for a celebratory dinner with wine pairings. On that last point: if a considered drink list is part of your plan, this is not the category where you will find depth. Jakarta's more developed beverage programs sit at venues like Cork&Screw; Pacific Place, which is built around wine in a way that a burger counter is structurally not. For the food-forward casual occasion, though, Five Monkeys has the neighbourhood positioning to deliver a reliable midweek meal without advance booking stress.
The Panglima Polim strip is worth knowing if you are staying or working in the Blok M or Senopati corridor. It is close enough to August and Bistecca that you could use this block for a lower-stakes lunch before a dinner reservation elsewhere. For broader South Jakarta dining context, our full Jakarta restaurants guide maps the neighbourhood well.
Who Should Book, and Who Should Not
Book here if you want something quick, local, and low-friction in Kebayoran Baru. The format is casual, the booking difficulty is easy, and the Melawai location is convenient for anyone already in the southern part of the city. Do not book here if you are anchoring a special occasion around a wine list or a multi-course experience, for that, redirect to Esa or, if you want Indonesian cooking at a higher register, Kaum. For celebration meals with real beverage ambition, Jakarta's options extend well beyond the burger category, and our Jakarta bars guide is a practical starting point for pairing a post-dinner drink plan.
Know Before You Go
- Address: Jl. Panglima Polim V No.25B, RT.3/RW.7, Melawai, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan 12160
- Neighbourhood: Melawai, South Jakarta, close to Blok M and Senopati dining corridor
- Booking difficulty: Easy, walk-ins expected at this format
- Price range: Not confirmed publicly; contact the venue directly
- Hours: Not confirmed publicly; verify before visiting
- Dress code: Casual, no formal expectations at a burger counter
- Leading for: Solo lunch, casual pairs, quick neighbourhood meal
- Less suited for: Wine-forward occasions, large group celebrations
- Nearby alternatives: Abunawas Restaurant - Kemang Branch for a different register; Blue Terrace for a more ambient setting
Jakarta Dining Context
South Jakarta's casual dining scene has expanded considerably, and the Panglima Polim corridor is one of the more accessible parts of it. If your trip extends beyond Jakarta, Indonesia's wider restaurant range is worth planning around: Locavore NXT in Ubud and Sarong Bali in Canggu operate at a different tier entirely. Within Jakarta, Kahyangan in Gondangdia offers a more considered dining experience for occasions that need more structure. For planning the rest of your stay, our Jakarta hotels guide and Jakarta experiences guide are useful next stops.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim?
The menu specifics are not confirmed in Pearl's database, so order details should be checked directly with the venue. As a burger-focused spot, the core of the menu will be beef-forward. Ask staff what is selling leading on the day, that is the most reliable guidance at a counter format like this.
Is Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim good for a special occasion?
It depends on what kind of occasion. For a low-key birthday lunch or a casual weekday celebration with a close friend, yes, the Melawai location is convenient and the format is relaxed. For a formal anniversary dinner or a business meal where presentation and a wine list matter, look instead at Bistecca or Esa, which are built for that register.
Is Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim good for solo dining?
Yes. A burger counter in Melawai is one of the more natural formats for solo dining in South Jakarta. No reservation required, no awkward table-for-one dynamic, and the neighbourhood is walkable from Blok M. If you want a solo dining experience with more ambiance, Bakerzin Central Park or August offer a different atmosphere at a higher price point.
What should I wear to Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim?
Casual clothes are the right call. This is a neighbourhood burger counter, not a white-tablecloth room. Smart casual is more than sufficient, and there is no indication of any dress expectation beyond that.
What are alternatives to Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim in Jakarta?
For a step up in occasion weight, Kaum is the strongest Indonesian option in the city for a considered dinner. Meatguy Steakhouse is the better call if you want red meat with more ceremony. If you are after drinks alongside food, Cork&Screw; Pacific Place is the most wine-focused room in the peer set. Our full Jakarta restaurants guide covers the full range by neighbourhood and price tier.
Can I eat at the bar at Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim?
Seating configuration details are not confirmed publicly. At most Jakarta burger counters of this format, counter or bar-style seating is available, but verify directly before assuming. The address is compact, so options may be limited at peak times.
Planning details
- Location
- Jl. Panglima Polim V No.25B, RT.3/RW.7, Melawai, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12160, Indonesia
- Website
- fivemonkeysburger.com
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Five Monkeys Burger positions itself as a neighborhood, counter-order burger spot with a compact footprint and a straightforward purpose: reliable smashed and grilled patties executed under volume. It sits on a quieter side lane off Jalan Panglima Polim, which gives the immediate block a less frantic, more relaxed feel than the main thoroughfares. The operation emphasizes consistency and throughput rather than theatrical service or an extended kitchen programme, so the experience feels casual and unpretentious — the kind of local place that rewards repeat visits from nearby residents and young professionals.
Best For
This is a practical pick for quick lunches and early-evening meals for working professionals and local residents. The counter-style format and focused menu make it well suited to people looking for a dependable, speedy burger without the formality of a full-service restaurant. It works for casual meetups and solo runs alike: lunchtime trade and early-evening demand are specifically noted, so plan for a compact, efficient visit rather than lingering multi-course dining.
Ordering Tips
Expect to order at the counter and to encounter a tight, focused menu anchored on smashed and grilled patties. The kitchen plays to consistency and throughput, so popular items move quickly; signatures to try include the Double Wagyu Smash Burger and the BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger. Aim for non-peak windows if you prefer a quieter moment, but if you visit at lunch or early evening you’ll find the place doing what it does best — rapid, reliable burger service geared toward repeat local custom.
Venue details
Ambiance
Fun, lively atmosphere with playful decor and a casual, energetic vibe.
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Vibe
Best For
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Double Wagyu Smash Burger
- BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Jl. Panglima Polim V No.25B, RT.3/RW.7, Melawai, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12160, Indonesia
Planning details
Location
Jl. Panglima Polim V No.25B, RT.3/RW.7, Melawai, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12160, Indonesia · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Kaum, Indonesian, Indonesian
- August, Notable alternative
- Meatguy Steakhouse, Notable alternative
- Cork&Screw Pacific Place, Notable alternative
- Esa, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Five Monkeys Burger sits at the casual, low-commitment end of the South Jakarta dining spectrum. If your frame of reference is a quick, affordable meal in Kebayoran Baru, it holds its own by location and format. But if you are comparing it against the broader peer set in the city, the gap in occasion weight is significant. Kaum is the strongest argument for a deliberate dinner reservation, Indonesian cooking with real depth, and the kind of room that makes a special occasion feel purposeful. For that type of experience, Five Monkeys is not a direct competitor.
Meatguy Steakhouse is the closer comparison for red-meat focused casual dining, and it operates with more ceremony and a fuller drinks offering. If you want a burger-adjacent meat experience with more structure around it, Meatguy is the stronger pick. August and Esa both operate at a meaningfully higher tier, better for dates or business meals where the room and the food program need to carry weight. Cork&Screw; Pacific Place is the go-to if wine is driving the decision; its list is the most developed of any venue in this comparison set, and Five Monkeys does not compete on that dimension at all.
The practical decision is straightforward: choose Five Monkeys when you want something fast, local, and low-effort in South Jakarta with no booking required. Choose any of the alternatives above when the occasion, the food program, or the beverage list needs to do heavier lifting.
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| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Monkeys Burger - Panglima Polim | Jakarta | No published awards | , |
| Kaum | Jakarta | Indonesian | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #466 |
| August | Jakarta | , | No published awards |
| Meatguy Steakhouse | Jakarta | 2025 World's Best Steaks 101 Best Steak Restaurants · #90 | , |
| Cork&Screw Pacific Place | Jakarta | Star Wine Lists 2026 | , |
| Esa | Jakarta | No published awards | , |
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