MEDAN — Welcoming the 81st Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia (HUT ke-81 RI), culinary enthusiasts across the country are in for a treat. A wide array of popular restaurants, bakeries, dessert spots, and beverage chains are rolling out exclusive promotional deals featuring symbolic pricing starting from as low as IDR 17,000 up to IDR 81,000.
Festive food hunting has become a cherished tradition ahead of August 17th, with diners eagerly seeking out special Independence Day offers. Whether you are planning a family gathering or a feast with friends, here is a curated list of exciting food and beverage promotions to elevate your patriotic celebrations.
Featured Culinary Deals for Independence Day
1. Gokana Ramen & Teppan Gokana presents three variants of its special “Paket Merdeka” (Freedom Package), featuring massive price markdowns starting from IDR 49,545. This promotional package is available for dine-in, takeaway, and delivery nationwide until the end of August 2026.
2. Yoshinoya Perfect for group dining, Yoshinoya offers its signature “Paket Merdeka Yoshinoya”. The bundled package comes complete with three distinct Indonesian traditional sambals to satisfy local palates, with prices starting from IDR 81,000.
3. Hoka-Hoka Bento (HokBen) HokBen joins the festivities by offering the “Bento 17” package. Food lovers can enjoy three appetizing Japanese bento variations priced from IDR 53,637 across all HokBen outlets nationwide (excluding the Sulawesi region).
4. Bakmi GM Under the banner “GMakbar Merdeka”, Bakmi GM introduces three group dining packages suitable for 3 to 4 people. Offering exceptional value, the packages break down to approximately IDR 30,000 per person.
5. Pepper Lunch Pepper Lunch brings a unique highlight to this year’s celebrations: a special Buy 1 Free 1 promotion. Customers ordering a Pepper Steak will receive a complimentary Beef & Chicken Pepper Rice with Egg, provided their first name matches one of 17 selected Indonesian names. Eligible names include Wahyu, Agung, Wulan, Citra, Dian, Dwi, Dewi, Ayu, Indah, Fitriani, Sari, Rizky, Adit, Ardi, Bayu, Fajar, and Agus.
To ensure a smooth dining experience during the holiday surge, customers are strongly advised to check the specific terms and conditions applicable at each participating outlet. Certain deals may be restricted to specific payment methods (such as e-wallets, QRIS, or designated credit cards) or limited to specific operating hours.
Moreover, while national chains lead the charge with festive deals, local culinary hubs—including popular eateries in Medan and North Sumatra—are also launching localized discounts to mark the 81st anniversary of Indonesian Independence. Diners are encouraged to visit official brand social media pages or contact local outlets directly prior to visiting to secure their promotional vouchers and avoid long queues.
