An Italian dining that doesn’t disappoint, La Balena serves meals made from hand-kneaded dough, seasoned perfectly with Italian spices and love.
Opening its doors to welcome guests and their family, La Balena offers Italian cuisine made with hands and heart. Located in the Pondok Indah area, the restaurant is closer than ever to those who seek warm and joyful dining to share with loved ones.
Every dish in La Balena is crafted with the utmost respect for each ingredient. From the dough to pasta, everything is made from scratch. Kneaded carefully, cooked perfectly. Picture lustrous strands of bolognese pasta, crusty authentic Italian pizza, velvety burrata or silky ribbon of pappardelle, touching your soul like a first love.
With more than a decade of culinary experience, Chef Mike Lamtara pays attention to every detail. He ensures that every bite at La Balena carries the authenticity and warmth of an Italian kitchen. Sherrine Budiman as the founder also has a vision to create a haven where guests can feel at ease, as though they’ve stepped into their own family’s dining room, and plans to build up kids’ activities here to create more of a family-friendly experience at La Balena.
The restaurant is inspired by the warmth of Italian family traditions, offering fresh, homemade dishes and a feel-like-home atmosphere.
With a blend of biophilic design and modern convenience, La Balena provides guests with a unique dining experience, combining nostalgia and contemporary charm. From its edible garden corner to the inviting, homey décor, this Italian haven provides a timeless setting where guests can create lasting memories over traditional Italian dishes.
La Balena
Jalan Duta 1 Blok TH No. 6
Pondok Indah, Jakarta Selatan
T: (+62) 816827388
IG: @labalena.jkt
