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Where to eat in Yogyakarta

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Yogyakarta Food Scene

Yogyakarta is a food lover's paradise. The city is famous for gudeg (jackfruit curry), but offers everything from street food to fine dining. Here are our recommendations.

Traditional Javanese

Gudeg Yu Djum - The most famous gudeg in Yogya. Must try!
Bale Raos - Royal Javanese cuisine in the Kraton. Fine dining experience.
House of Raminten - Traditional food with live Javanese music and dancers.
Jejamuran - All-mushroom restaurant. Unique vegetarian dishes.

International & Fusion

Mediterranea - Excellent Mediterranean food, great wine list.
ViaVia Jogja - Belgian-run cafe with Western and Asian fusion.
Nanamia Pizzeria - Authentic Italian pizza, popular with expats.

Street Food & Warungs

Angkringan - Street food carts along Malioboro at night
Sate Klathak Pak Pong - Famous lamb satay, worth the trip
Bakmi Jawa - Javanese noodles, many good spots

Must-Try Dishes

Gudeg - sweet jackfruit curry with chicken
Sate Klathak - lamb satay with iron skewers
Bakpia - sweet bean pastry (Bakpia Pathok 25)
Es Dawet/Cendol - iced coconut drink
Nasi Kucing - small rice portions from angkringan

Food Areas

Prawirotaman

~20 minutes from Mika Homestay

Best area for cafes, international food, and a variety of restaurants.

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Malioboro Night Food

~20 minutes from Mika Homestay

After 8 PM, Malioboro fills with angkringan (street food carts). Try nasi kucing!

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