There’s brunch, and then there’s Lawry’s brunch. Jakarta’s weekends are overflowing with choices. From buffets in hotel ballrooms, trendy cafés with industrial décor, to rooftop bars with promising skyline views, but only one destination takes the idea of brunch and elevates it into a fine dining ritual. At Lawry’s The Prime Rib Jakarta, brunch is an entire experience, one that deserves to be bookmarked as your next weekend outing. 

Start the Right Way

The smart way to brunch at Lawry’s is to treat it as a leisurely affair. Start light, but never plain. The Famous Original Spinning Bowl Salad is both spectacle and refreshment, tossed tableside with romaine, iceberg, croutons, beets, egg, and a vintage dressing that dances between tangy and creamy. If you’re craving something warm, the Lobster Bisque delivers richness in every spoonful, while the Truffle Mushroom Soup offers earthy comfort, especially when paired with garlic bread.

For those who want to flex their brunch muscles, the appetisers lean luxuriously. Salmon Tartare with ponzu sesame sauce is a clean, citrusy opening act; the Golden Fried Calamari with Lawry’s remoulade offers crisp comfort; and the Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail arrives as an unapologetic classic. But if you’re in a celebratory mood, the Oscietra Caviar and Fresh Oysters remind you this is fine dining in Jakarta, not just a casual Sunday pit stop!

The Main Attraction

Of course, no one comes to Lawry’s without the prime rib in mind. The choices reflect appetite and ambition. The Jakarta’s Cut (170g) suits those who want room for multiple courses, while the Lawry’s Cut (250g) is the signature, balancing satisfaction with tradition. For the bold, the Diamond Jim Brady Cut (650g) or Beef Bowl Double Cut (800g) are lavish feasts served bone-in, carved tableside, and accompanied by Yorkshire pudding, whipped cream horseradish, and au jus.

But brunch is not only about beef. The seafood options rival any coastal restaurant. The Chilean Sea Bass arrives buttery with champagne sauce, while the USDA Premium Scallop sits on a sweet potato and carrot purée, elegant yet comforting. Poultry and lamb make their appearances too, with Roasted Chicken Breast and Lamb Chop Trio offering lighter yet flavourful alternatives.

On the Side of Decadence

Sides at Lawry’s deserve their own spotlight. The Creamed Spinach is silky, rich, and perfect against the beef’s savouriness, while the Creamy Corn brings gentle sweetness. The Truffled Mac & Cheese is brunch rebellion at its finest: gooey, decadent, unapologetic. Vegetarians won’t feel neglected either. The Char-Grilled Mix Mushroom with fresh tomato salsa or the Ratatouille with summer vegetables and basil can easily stand alone.

A Cocktail (or Mocktail) Brunch

Weekend brunch without drinks is just breakfast with ambition. Lawry’s cocktail menu reads like a love letter to both tradition and experimentation. For those who like it classic, the Lawry’s Seasoned Bloody Mary comes rimmed with seasoned salt, garnished with celery, olive, and lime, it is a brunch staple with housemade flair. Fans of citrusy refreshment might lean towards the Moscow Mule with housemade ginger beer, while the Bellini brings peach-sweet sparkle to the table.

Adventurous drinkers can find joy in the Sweet Bunny (bourbon, pineapple, passionfruit) or the Cloudy Lawry’s (gin, orange, basil). If you prefer your weekends spirit-free, the mocktails are anything but dull: the Hazelnut Pina layers pineapple with nutty depth, while the Spice Apple brings clove, cinnamon, and basil into harmony. Or reset entirely with the Liquid Garden, a blend of apple, celery, and carrot that tastes like a spa day in a glass.

What sets Lawry’s apart is the menu and the pacing. It’s the theatre of carving carts and  the way each plate encourages conversation rather than rushing you along. It is brunch as it was meant to be, indulgent, leisurely, and memorable.

If you’re searching for Jakarta’s must-try brunch destination, don’t just follow the crowd. Make a reservation, dress for the occasion, and prepare to linger. Whether you’re there for the prime rib, the seafood, or the cocktails, you’re signing up for a weekend ritual worth repeating. Book your seat today at Lawry’s The Prime Rib Jakarta.