15 Authentic Night Culinary Destinations in Jogja, Guaranteed to Make You Crave!

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A snippet of lyrics from a song about Yogyakarta by one of Indonesia's legendary bands, Kla Project, perfectly describes the atmosphere of the city. Not only offering hospitality and a strong cultural atmosphere, Jogja is also an area rich in culinary delights. It's no wonder that there are many spots that become hunting grounds for travelers who are on vacation in the city.

In the midst of its hospitality and tranquility, Jogja is an area that never sleeps. If you're looking for night culinary destinations in Jogja as well as places to hang out and enjoy the evening atmosphere there, there are many recommended places. Read the reviews one by one here before planning your own culinary hunt.

1. Angkringan Kopi Jos Lik Man

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When discussing night culinary tourism in Jogja, it would feel incomplete if angkringan (a type of food stall) is not included in the top list. Angkringan is a place to hang out and hunt for favorite culinary delights in Jogja because of its affordable prices. If you want to experience what it's like to hang out at one of the favorite angkringan in Jogja, just come directly to Angkringan Kopi Jos Lik Man.

The menu available in this Jogja night culinary tourism spot is actually quite similar to other angkringan types. Affordable and delicious menus typical of Jogja angkringan can be found here, such as Sego Kucing (small portion of rice wrapped in banana leaf) or cheap wrapped rice, sate ati (chicken liver satay), sate usus (chicken intestine satay), sate puyuh (quail satay), fried snacks, and hot or cold drinks.

Now, there is something unique about Angkringan Kopi Jos Lik Man, because you can try their signature menu called Kopi Jos, what is it? So, this drink is black coffee brewed with hot water and added a piece of burning charcoal into the glass. The sound of 'joss' will be immediately heard from this mixing process. It is this burning charcoal that gives the coffee a unique and different taste. This night culinary tourism spot in Jogja is located north of Tugu Yogyakarta Station, open from 5 pm to 3 am.

2. Gudeg Mercon Bu Tinah

Spicy food lovers must visit this one-night culinary tour in Jogja. Gudeg Mercon Bu Tinah serves a menu of super spicy oseng mercon. Imagine if this menu is combined with gudeg which has a sweet distinctive taste. Hmm, it will definitely make you drool. Other side dishes are also available here, such as eggs, chicken, satay, and fried foods.

This one-night culinary tour in Jogja is in the form of a simple five-foot tent stall. But, don't be surprised to see long queues when the stall opens. It is rumored that Gudeg Mercon Bu Tinah is also a favorite dining place for artists and YouTubers who have visited the Student City. For those curious about the spiciness of the gudeg mercon served here, you can directly visit its location at Jalan Asem Gede No 8, Cokrodiningratan, Jetis. The stall itself opens from 9 pm until 1 am.

3. Trash Soup

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Talking about culinary tourism in Yogyakarta at night feels incomplete without discussing Trash Soup. Although its name is Trash Soup, its taste is undoubtedly unmatched. The blend of spices is guaranteed to make you drool, where in one serving of soup you can find white rice, rice noodles, cabbage, bean sprouts, and celery drenched in clear soup. You can also order additional side dishes provided, such as omelette, fried foods, intestine satay, and liver satay.

So, Trash Soup is definitely a must-try cheap and delicious culinary tourism recommendation in Yogyakarta at night. The Trash Soup stall is located at Jalan Kranggan No 2, Cokrodiningratan, Jetis. This soup is available from 8 PM until sold out. Don't miss out on this special culinary experience in Jogja!

4. Wedang Ronde Lek Dhie

If you want to enjoy culinary tourism in Yogyakarta at night that can warm your body, Wedang Ronde Lek Dhie is definitely a recommended choice. The ingredients include kolang kaling, white bread, fried peanuts, slices of white bread, and candil (glutinous rice balls) drenched in warm ginger soup.

However, there is something different about this one culinary tourism spot in Yogyakarta at night. What makes it unique compared to other angkringan (street food stall) is that Lek Dhie is known for being very friendly and up-to-date. In fact, every night in his stall, he often plays music from Youtube through his laptop. This makes the wedang ronde stall even more enjoyable because it feels like being accompanied by live music. So, for those who want to find Wedang Ronde Lek Dhie, you can directly visit its location not far from the Malioboro area, precisely at Jalan Dagen No 7-12. This stall is open from 5 PM until 12 AM.

5. Lumpia Lestari Mataram

Want to taste a light and not too heavy culinary night tour in Jogja? Just try hunting for Lumpia Lestari Mataram. No need to doubt about the taste. In each bite, you can feel the crunchy lumpia skin combined with delicious fillings. Starting from carrots, bamboo shoots, spices, and additional fillings such as chicken, uritan, ati ampela, to shrimp.

This culinary night tour in Jogja feels even more special because it has an affordable price, which is around Rp 4 - 7 thousand per piece, depending on the chosen filling. Want to try Lumpia Lestari Mataram? Just come directly to its location on Jalan Urip Sumoharjo or also known as Jalan Solo. This lumpia cart opens from 5 pm to 9 pm. Make sure you don't run out of it!

6. Warmindo Bu Siti

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Still often feel that instant noodles made in warung are tastier than homemade ones? If so, don't forget to visit Warmindo Bu Siti. This culinary night tour in Jogja is popular for its delicious instant noodle dishes, to the point that visitors have to be willing to wait in line for their orders there. What is so special about this instant noodle warung?

At Warmindo Bu Siti, you will find mie nyemek with a sweet taste typical of Jogja. For those who want to experience the spicy sensation, you can also request a spicier variant. If you want to add an egg, you can choose between chicken or duck eggs. In addition, there are other additional side dishes that can make the instant noodles you eat more delicious, such as sate usus, sate bakso, and fried snacks. Warmindo Bu Siti is located on Jalan Sisingamangaraja No 35, open from 5 pm to 2 am.

7. Nasi Goreng Kambing Pak Gito

Are you a fan of goat fried rice? If so, don't miss out on Nasi Goreng Kambing Pak Gito, which is a popular night culinary destination in Jogja. Prepare yourself to be pampered with fried rice filled with tender pieces of goat meat, pickles, and emping that are served perfectly. It will definitely be a pleasure for foodies who are hunting for food there.

This night culinary destination in Jogja is crowded with buyers almost every day. It is located on Jalan Langensari, Gondokusuman. The warung is situated near AA YKPN and ATA YKPN campuses, and it opens from 5 PM to 11 PM.

8. Nasi Campur Teri Gejayan

If you're really hungry and looking for an affordable and enjoyable dinner while in Jogja, just come to Nasi Campur Teri Gejayan. Popular as one of the favorite night culinary destinations in Jogja, this is the place where you can eat to your heart's content and enjoy a variety of side dishes that will satisfy your stomach. Starting from tempeh, tofu, eggs, and fried snacks, it will definitely be delicious when mixed with warm rice.

You can taste Nasi Teri Gejayan directly at the location, which is on Jalan Affandi, Kelitren, Gondokusuman. The price per portion is quite affordable, ranging from Rp 10 - 15 thousand, depending on the chosen side dishes. This night culinary destination in Jogja is open every night from 9 PM to 03.30 AM. Wow, it's a perfect choice for filling your hungry stomach in the middle of the night.

9. Dimsum Uma Yum Cham

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This is one of the popular night culinary destinations in Jogja. Dimsum Uma Yum Cham is currently a favorite among food lovers in the Gudeg City. It is made from chicken meat filled with shrimp, lobster, smoked meat, mushrooms, and even crab. Enjoy it with its tempting sweet and sour sauce, guaranteed to be delicious.

One of the reasons why this night culinary destination in Jogja is always crowded with visitors is its pocket-friendly price, which is only around Rp 3,000 per piece. Dimsum Uma Yum Cham is located in Pasar Condronegaran, Gedongkiwo, Mantrijeron. The eatery is open from 6 PM to 9 PM. For those curious about the taste, just go straight to the location.

10. The House of Raminten

If you're looking for a night culinary destination in Jogja, it wouldn't be complete without a visit to The House of Raminten. This spot offers a comfortable restaurant-like atmosphere, but with menu options and prices that are still pocket-friendly. Some of the menu choices include sego kucing, nasi pecel, bakmi Jawa, ayam koteka, garang asem, mangut lele, and many other traditional dishes.

The House of Raminten is located on Jalan Faridan M. Noto, Kotabaru, Gondokusuman. As you enter the room, be prepared to be greeted by the strong Javanese atmosphere, from the waiters wearing traditional Javanese attire to the sound of gamelan playing. Interested in going there?

11. Nasi Goreng Sapi Padmanaba

If earlier there was a recommendation for goat fried rice, now there is another recommendation for fried rice for those who don't really like eating goat. Nasi Goreng Sapi Padmanaba is the perfect choice for night culinary tourism in Jogja! In each portion, you will enjoy fried rice combined with fried egg, sliced beef, pickles, and emping. Hmm, just imagining it makes your stomach hungry, right?

The strong spice aroma is the characteristic of this night culinary tourism in Jogja. One portion of beef fried rice is priced quite friendly to the pocket, less than Rp 20 thousand can make your stomach full and your heart happy. Try the sensation yourself, come directly to Jalan Yos Sudarso, Kotabaru, Gondokusuman. The stall itself opens from 6 pm to 12 midnight.

12. Mie Ayam Kamehame

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There are many variations of night culinary tourism in Jogja that have genuine deliciousness. If you want to taste midnight noodles with a biting spicy sensation, Mie Ayam Kamehame is the right place for you. Because in this stall, you can order chicken noodles with spiciness level according to your preference. Which flavor do you deny!

The spiciness level is suitable for those who want to challenge themselves, starting from level 2 (12 chilies), level 4 (24 chilies), level 6 (36 chilies), and level 10 (80 chilies). Combined with large but chewy noodle texture, this night culinary tourism in Jogja is guaranteed to be delicious. Well, for the broth itself, it carries the sweet and savory taste typical of Jogja. If you don't like spicy food, you can order it without chili or sambal at all. Mie Ayam Kamehame itself is located in front of the store on Jalan Urip Sumoharjo, Klitren, Gondokusuman. The stall opens from 10 pm to 3 am.

13. Wedang Bajigur Mas Chandra

Various traditional wedang drinks are also suitable as a culinary treat in Yogyakarta at night. One of them is Wedang Bajigur Mas Chandra. Although this drink actually comes from West Java, tasting it while enjoying the night atmosphere of Yogyakarta will also make the atmosphere more exciting. Wedang Bajigur Mas Chandra is located on Jalan Magelang and is open from 17:30 until finished. 

14. Sate Klathak Pak Bari

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Tasting Yogyakarta's night culinary tour feels incomplete without stopping to buy sate klathak. This food is known to originate from Bantul. There is something unique about this sate, which is using young goat meat skewered with a grill. The seasoning itself usually only consists of salt and pepper. Warung Sate Klathak Pak Bari is one of the night culinary tours in Yogyakarta that is sought after by tourists. Moreover, this dining place has become a filming location for the movie ADA APA DENGAN CINTA 2, so it's no wonder that more and more people are curious. In each portion of sate klathak Pak Bari, you can enjoy 2 skewers of sate, white rice, and delicious curry sauce. The location of the stall is in Pasar Jejeran or Pasar Wonokromo, Jalan Imogiri Timur, Wonokromo, Bantul. This stall is open every night from 18:30 to 1 a.m.

15. Serabi Bandung Kang Sena

Just want to snack while enjoying the night atmosphere of Jogja city? If so, the culinary night tour in Jogja that is worth hunting for is Serabi Bandung Kang Sena. The variations of serabi are diverse with topping choices that can be adjusted to taste. Starting from sweet serabi with toppings such as meses, milk, cheese, durian, taro, green tea, to savory serabi with toppings such as eggs, corned beef, chicken, corn, and beef.

If you want to visit Serabi Bandung Kang Sena, this culinary night in Jogja is located on Jalan Affandi, formerly known as Jalan Gejayan, Depok, Sleman. The opening hours are every night, starting from 6 PM to 11 PM.

There are so many choices of culinary night tours in Jogja that can accompany your hungry stomach in the middle of the night during the holidays, right? It's time to determine your destination and enjoy the tempting culinary night in Jogja. Have a great vacation, KLovers!

(kpl/wri)