The Grab Bintang 5 Awards, a prestigious event celebrating top-tier culinary merchants, has officially arrived in Indonesia. Previously hosted across various Southeast Asian nations, this awards program serves as an essential guide for consumers seeking the very best local food recommendations.
During the Media Luncheon A Taste of Bintang 5 in Jakarta, Melinda Savitri, Country Marketing and Communications Head for Grab Indonesia, revealed the scale of the initiative. “We currently have approximately 5,000 merchants meeting the five-star criteria, encompassing over 19,000 individual outlets,” she noted.
From this extensive pool, 243 standout merchants across 24 GrabFood and Grab Dine Out categories have been selected to compete for the top title. These nominees represent the best of the 5,000 merchants already sporting the exclusive Bintang 5 badge on the Grab app, reflecting excellence across the entire archipelago.
Melinda emphasized that the voting list is not limited to viral sensations or high-end establishments. Instead, it highlights the everyday favorites that define the local culinary scene. “As foodies and consumers, our cravings change. Whether it is a craving for street food or a premium dining experience following payday, we have ensured both are represented in the voting categories,” she explained.
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Curated Based on Top Ratings
The Bintang 5 merchants are carefully curated from a diverse range of business scales, from humble micro-enterprises to national restaurant chains. This inclusivity spans categories such as street food, casual cafes, local legends, and premium dining options.
“This curation is based on a combination of the highest ratings from millions of authentic user reviews and a consistent commitment to quality,” Melinda added. She observed that an increasing number of merchants are maintaining high standards daily, making the awards an effective tool to simplify culinary searches based on real consumer feedback.
In a strategic synergy with the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism, the Grab Bintang 5 Awards aims to integrate Grab’s digital ecosystem with government efforts to bolster tourism through gastronomy. The awards ceremony, scheduled for June 12, 2026, marks a pivotal moment in aligning private sector innovation with the government’s vision to elevate Indonesia as a premier global culinary destination.
Melinda expressed hope that this initiative will foster the growth of Indonesia’s food ecosystem and assist local merchants in reaching a broader customer base. She encourages the public to participate in the voting process, which remains open until May 15, 2026.
How to Vote for Your Favorite Merchants
Public participation is central to the awards. To cast your vote, visit the official microsite at grabbintang5awards.com and follow these steps:
- Select the “Vote Now” button.
- Choose between GrabFood or Grab Dine Out.
- Vote for merchants in their respective categories. Note that you may select a maximum of three merchants per category.
- Click “Send” after confirming your three choices.
- Navigate to other categories and repeat the process.
There are 18 categories available for GrabFood and six categories for Grab Dine Out, with the three-merchant limit applying to each category to ensure a balanced selection process.
Summary
The Grab Bintang 5 Awards have officially launched in Indonesia to honor top-tier culinary merchants, ranging from local street food vendors to premium dining establishments. With 243 nominees selected from 5,000 high-rated merchants, the awards aim to celebrate daily culinary favorites and support the growth of the national food ecosystem in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism. The winners are determined by public voting, which remains open until May 15, 2026, ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled for June 12, 2026.
To participate, consumers can visit grabbintang5awards.com to cast their votes for their favorite restaurants under the GrabFood and Grab Dine Out categories. Users are permitted to select up to three merchants per category to ensure a diverse and balanced selection process. This initiative leverages authentic user reviews and high service standards to help users discover the best culinary experiences across the country.
