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Restaurant in Manado City, North Sulawesi
What should I order at Istana Laut Manado?
What to order
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Seafood
Recommended multiple times for being fresh, delicious, and served in a clean, comfortable setting with good service and affordable prices.
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Cumi Goreng Tepung
Specifically praised for its fresh, sweet taste and was highlighted as a favorite dish by a reviewer.
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Grilled Fish
Recommended as good and cheap, with reviewers also noting the restaurant’s fresh fish and traditional fish preparations.
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Grilled Chili
Mentioned as delicious, especially by a reviewer describing the restaurant as a fish specialist.
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Traditional Manadonese Fish Dishes
Recommended because the restaurant serves a variety of fresh fish cooked in traditional Manadonese recipes, which reviewers described as great and memorable.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
About Istana Laut Manado
Istana Laut Manado is a restaurant in Manado City, North Sulawesi, serving seafood and traditional Manadonese dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh seafood, especially ikan bakar and other fish dishes, along with the sambal and grilled chili. The restaurant is also noted for its sea view, spacious dining room, live music, and clean, air-conditioned indoor seating. It is described as affordable to slightly above average in price, with a large parking area and reservations accepted.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking garage
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Istana Laut Manado known for?
It is best known for fresh seafood, especially ikan bakar, grilled fish, and traditional Manadonese seafood dishes. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the sambal and grilled chili as strong points, along with the sea view and live music.
What dishes are most recommended at Istana Laut Manado?
Reviewers specifically highlight ikan bakar, grilled fish, cumi goreng tepung, and other fresh seafood dishes. The fish is described as fresh and sweet, and the grilled chili is called out as a standout accompaniment.
What is the atmosphere like at Istana Laut Manado?
The restaurant is described as spacious, clean, cozy, and air-conditioned, with indoor seating and an ocean-view area. It suits groups and tourists, but some reviews note that the live music can make it loud at times.
Is Istana Laut Manado good value?
Yes, many reviews describe the seafood as affordable, though one note says the price is slightly above average. The value is often tied to the fresh fish, large portions of seating, and the sea view in Manado City.
When is the best time to visit Istana Laut Manado?
Dinner is a popular time, but reviewers mention that parking can be insufficient during dinner hours and the venue may be loud because of live music. If you want a calmer experience, earlier visits may be better than peak evening service.
Is parking available at Istana Laut Manado?
Yes. Free parking garage, Free parking lot, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is the food at Istana Laut Manado halal?
Yes, Istana Laut Manado serves halal food.
Is Istana Laut Manado kid-friendly?
Yes, Istana Laut Manado is good for kids.
