Deemed as the cultural center of Indonesia, expect to find a long list of authentic local cuisines to try in Yogyakarta on an exciting food hunting experience!
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Thursday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Friday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Saturday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Sunday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
What to expect?
What to expect?
Yogyakarta is definitely a haven for foodies who enjoy Javanese as well as a variety of local Asian cuisine. Heads up, Javanese dishes are known to be really spicy! The center of Yogyakarta is famed for plenty of street food options where travellers often visit to indulge in a satisfying culinary experience. Depending on the places you wish to dine, food prices here are mostly affordable especially when they are sold in stalls, hawker centers, food courts or small local restaurants known as ‘warung’.
A trip to Jogja will be incomplete without trying the famous local dish known as Gudeg - a sweet flavoured dish made from jackfruit stew, cooked in claypot and served with rice. The question is where to find the yummiest Gudeg in town? The most prominent place to find tasty and authentic Gudeg to try are in Wijilan and Mbarek area. Restaurants like Gudeg Bu Slamet Batikan, Gudeg Bu Pujo and Gudeg Yu Djum are some of the most famous spots to taste yummy Gudeg in Yogyakarta.
Another famous local dish here is Brongkos - a spicy beef dish served with rice and egg. One of the yummiest restaurants that serve this dish is Warung Handayani located at Yogyakarta town square, approximately 2km away from Malioboro Street. If you love noodles, you may opt to hunt for Bakmi Jawa - a traditional Javanese boiled noodle dish made with vegetables, chicken, egg and spices. One of the best places to try this is Bakmi Jowo Pak Rebo located at Brigjend Katamso Street and interestingly, it has operated for more than 20 years.
For vegetarians, don’t worry as the many local food here in Yogyakarta can also cater to your palate. Try the delicious Sogo Pecel, a dish made of vegetables like spinach, green beans and dressed with peanut sauce. Recommended place to try is Bu Wiryo, a local warung located near Gajah Mada University. Also, you can try the Jadah Tempeh - a chewy Javanese rice cake. Tempeh or sweet soy cake is serve with glutinous rice that looks like mochi, a type of Japanese dish. Jadah Tempeh can be found almost everywhere in Yogya but the tastiest one can be found at Warung Jadah Tempe Mbah Carik at Kaliurang Street.
A full course meal would be dull without sweet drinks and desserts. On a hot sunny day in Yogyakarta, a sip of Es Kelapa Muda will definitely quench your thirst. This affordable drink is unbelievably satisfying! It is made from coconut and can be found at places like the famous Es Kelapa Muda Timoho at Timoho Street. Here, you can also try a cold and sweet dessert known as Rujak Es Krim. It is basically a bowl of fruits served with a special sauce and ice cream. Shredded fruits such as papaya, pineapple and mango are blend with sambal and palm sugar to make this unique dessert. In Pakualaman area, you can find lots of Rujak Es Krim but the most recommended one is Rujak Es Krim Pak Nardi.
A trip to Jogja will be incomplete without trying the famous local dish known as Gudeg - a sweet flavoured dish made from jackfruit stew, cooked in claypot and served with rice. The question is where to find the yummiest Gudeg in town? The most prominent place to find tasty and authentic Gudeg to try are in Wijilan and Mbarek area. Restaurants like Gudeg Bu Slamet Batikan, Gudeg Bu Pujo and Gudeg Yu Djum are some of the most famous spots to taste yummy Gudeg in Yogyakarta.
Another famous local dish here is Brongkos - a spicy beef dish served with rice and egg. One of the yummiest restaurants that serve this dish is Warung Handayani located at Yogyakarta town square, approximately 2km away from Malioboro Street. If you love noodles, you may opt to hunt for Bakmi Jawa - a traditional Javanese boiled noodle dish made with vegetables, chicken, egg and spices. One of the best places to try this is Bakmi Jowo Pak Rebo located at Brigjend Katamso Street and interestingly, it has operated for more than 20 years.
For vegetarians, don’t worry as the many local food here in Yogyakarta can also cater to your palate. Try the delicious Sogo Pecel, a dish made of vegetables like spinach, green beans and dressed with peanut sauce. Recommended place to try is Bu Wiryo, a local warung located near Gajah Mada University. Also, you can try the Jadah Tempeh - a chewy Javanese rice cake. Tempeh or sweet soy cake is serve with glutinous rice that looks like mochi, a type of Japanese dish. Jadah Tempeh can be found almost everywhere in Yogya but the tastiest one can be found at Warung Jadah Tempe Mbah Carik at Kaliurang Street.
A full course meal would be dull without sweet drinks and desserts. On a hot sunny day in Yogyakarta, a sip of Es Kelapa Muda will definitely quench your thirst. This affordable drink is unbelievably satisfying! It is made from coconut and can be found at places like the famous Es Kelapa Muda Timoho at Timoho Street. Here, you can also try a cold and sweet dessert known as Rujak Es Krim. It is basically a bowl of fruits served with a special sauce and ice cream. Shredded fruits such as papaya, pineapple and mango are blend with sambal and palm sugar to make this unique dessert. In Pakualaman area, you can find lots of Rujak Es Krim but the most recommended one is Rujak Es Krim Pak Nardi.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Sufficient amount of cash
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Dining area
- Washroom
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- Before you choose to dine at the many local street hawkers or warung, observe the place to ensure the cleanliness to avoid unpleasant experiences.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Most of the food in Yogyakarta can be really spicy. If you are not a fan, ask the waiter or waitress about the food first.
- If you love spicy dishes, you can request for extra ‘sambal’, a hot sauce where you can eat with your main dish.
- Look for stalls or restaurants with a bigger local crowd compared to tourists as it can be a sign that the food there is really good.
- Alternatively, you can ask the friendly locals around to recommend a great place to try authentic Yogyakarta food.
- On lazy days, you can also order some of the famous food via a local mobile app known as Gojek They will deliver it to your place of stay.
- To find hip cafes like dessert bars and cool coffee shops, swing by Prawirotaman area or Sudirman.
What to expect?
What to expect?
Yogyakarta is definitely a haven for foodies who enjoy Javanese as well as a variety of local Asian cuisine. Heads up, Javanese dishes are known to be really spicy! The center of Yogyakarta is famed for plenty of street food options where travellers often visit to indulge in a satisfying culinary experience. Depending on the places you wish to dine, food prices here are mostly affordable especially when they are sold in stalls, hawker centers, food courts or small local restaurants known as ‘warung’.
A trip to Jogja will be incomplete without trying the famous local dish known as Gudeg - a sweet flavoured dish made from jackfruit stew, cooked in claypot and served with rice. The question is where to find the yummiest Gudeg in town? The most prominent place to find tasty and authentic Gudeg to try are in Wijilan and Mbarek area. Restaurants like Gudeg Bu Slamet Batikan, Gudeg Bu Pujo and Gudeg Yu Djum are some of the most famous spots to taste yummy Gudeg in Yogyakarta.
Another famous local dish here is Brongkos - a spicy beef dish served with rice and egg. One of the yummiest restaurants that serve this dish is Warung Handayani located at Yogyakarta town square, approximately 2km away from Malioboro Street. If you love noodles, you may opt to hunt for Bakmi Jawa - a traditional Javanese boiled noodle dish made with vegetables, chicken, egg and spices. One of the best places to try this is Bakmi Jowo Pak Rebo located at Brigjend Katamso Street and interestingly, it has operated for more than 20 years.
For vegetarians, don’t worry as the many local food here in Yogyakarta can also cater to your palate. Try the delicious Sogo Pecel, a dish made of vegetables like spinach, green beans and dressed with peanut sauce. Recommended place to try is Bu Wiryo, a local warung located near Gajah Mada University. Also, you can try the Jadah Tempeh - a chewy Javanese rice cake. Tempeh or sweet soy cake is serve with glutinous rice that looks like mochi, a type of Japanese dish. Jadah Tempeh can be found almost everywhere in Yogya but the tastiest one can be found at Warung Jadah Tempe Mbah Carik at Kaliurang Street.
A full course meal would be dull without sweet drinks and desserts. On a hot sunny day in Yogyakarta, a sip of Es Kelapa Muda will definitely quench your thirst. This affordable drink is unbelievably satisfying! It is made from coconut and can be found at places like the famous Es Kelapa Muda Timoho at Timoho Street. Here, you can also try a cold and sweet dessert known as Rujak Es Krim. It is basically a bowl of fruits served with a special sauce and ice cream. Shredded fruits such as papaya, pineapple and mango are blend with sambal and palm sugar to make this unique dessert. In Pakualaman area, you can find lots of Rujak Es Krim but the most recommended one is Rujak Es Krim Pak Nardi.
A trip to Jogja will be incomplete without trying the famous local dish known as Gudeg - a sweet flavoured dish made from jackfruit stew, cooked in claypot and served with rice. The question is where to find the yummiest Gudeg in town? The most prominent place to find tasty and authentic Gudeg to try are in Wijilan and Mbarek area. Restaurants like Gudeg Bu Slamet Batikan, Gudeg Bu Pujo and Gudeg Yu Djum are some of the most famous spots to taste yummy Gudeg in Yogyakarta.
Another famous local dish here is Brongkos - a spicy beef dish served with rice and egg. One of the yummiest restaurants that serve this dish is Warung Handayani located at Yogyakarta town square, approximately 2km away from Malioboro Street. If you love noodles, you may opt to hunt for Bakmi Jawa - a traditional Javanese boiled noodle dish made with vegetables, chicken, egg and spices. One of the best places to try this is Bakmi Jowo Pak Rebo located at Brigjend Katamso Street and interestingly, it has operated for more than 20 years.
For vegetarians, don’t worry as the many local food here in Yogyakarta can also cater to your palate. Try the delicious Sogo Pecel, a dish made of vegetables like spinach, green beans and dressed with peanut sauce. Recommended place to try is Bu Wiryo, a local warung located near Gajah Mada University. Also, you can try the Jadah Tempeh - a chewy Javanese rice cake. Tempeh or sweet soy cake is serve with glutinous rice that looks like mochi, a type of Japanese dish. Jadah Tempeh can be found almost everywhere in Yogya but the tastiest one can be found at Warung Jadah Tempe Mbah Carik at Kaliurang Street.
A full course meal would be dull without sweet drinks and desserts. On a hot sunny day in Yogyakarta, a sip of Es Kelapa Muda will definitely quench your thirst. This affordable drink is unbelievably satisfying! It is made from coconut and can be found at places like the famous Es Kelapa Muda Timoho at Timoho Street. Here, you can also try a cold and sweet dessert known as Rujak Es Krim. It is basically a bowl of fruits served with a special sauce and ice cream. Shredded fruits such as papaya, pineapple and mango are blend with sambal and palm sugar to make this unique dessert. In Pakualaman area, you can find lots of Rujak Es Krim but the most recommended one is Rujak Es Krim Pak Nardi.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Sufficient amount of cash
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Dining area
- Washroom
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- Before you choose to dine at the many local street hawkers or warung, observe the place to ensure the cleanliness to avoid unpleasant experiences.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Most of the food in Yogyakarta can be really spicy. If you are not a fan, ask the waiter or waitress about the food first.
- If you love spicy dishes, you can request for extra ‘sambal’, a hot sauce where you can eat with your main dish.
- Look for stalls or restaurants with a bigger local crowd compared to tourists as it can be a sign that the food there is really good.
- Alternatively, you can ask the friendly locals around to recommend a great place to try authentic Yogyakarta food.
- On lazy days, you can also order some of the famous food via a local mobile app known as Gojek They will deliver it to your place of stay.
- To find hip cafes like dessert bars and cool coffee shops, swing by Prawirotaman area or Sudirman.
Deemed as the cultural center of Indonesia, expect to find a long list of authentic local cuisines to try in Yogyakarta on an exciting food hunting experience!
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Thursday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Friday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Saturday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
| Sunday | 08:30 am to 09:00 pm |
