Omah Dhuwur

Omah Duwur is one of the most famous restaurants in Yogyakarta. Being in the central area Kota Gede silver handicrafts make this restaurant a lot in the visit by the tourists who want to eat at the same time looking for a good silver. The restaurant is located right on the highway and not far from the bus stop TransJogja.

When you first enter the restaurant area you will find two buildings connected by a wooden bridge underneath which there is a pond with koi fish collections owned by the owner. You will feel calm and comfortable atmosphere was like being at home instantly. But I recommend you come during the afternoon or evening, the atmosphere is more romantic and dramatic. Restaurants are mixing the concept of open space with Javanese architecture. Building called Pendopo, located on the rear side of the main building and located in the lower mainland.

The menu offers a mix of western style and cuisine of Java. Food prices here are much more expensive than in other restaurants in Yogyakarta. But it is balanced with the food being served and service. I ordered chicken fried lemongrass and lemon tea. There are special here, you will get a sweet snack such as chips and soft drinks a mixture of ginger, lemon and lemongrass. I really like that opening drinks.



The wind blew in the afternoon breeze makes me want to sleep. Before long my food arrived. a piece of chicken accompanied by rice wrapped in banana leaves, pieces of fresh vegetables, and three sauce: tomato sauce, chili paste and green chili sauce. Amazing. Looks chicken breast fried golden yellow with a sign at a convenient time. There are a few fried lemongrass chicken stuck on.


After spending the food I ordered, I take a walk to see the situation surrounding the restaurant. Unfortunately, the more improvement there. So the atmosphere is not so good as ever on display on the TV. But enough to make you fall asleep with the afternoon breeze.

Via-Via Traveler Cafe & Restaurant

One activity that should not be missed when you stopped at a town is enjoying dinner with a different feel, so was mine. Living in a hostel in the area Prawirotaman, Jogja - known as tourist village, attracted me to taste the menu at the famous cafe in this area.

On the recommendation of my friend, I tried the Via-Via Traveler Cafe & Restaurant, located in the middle of the aisle Prawirotaman I. Night and day this place is always full. So you have to be prepared if you do not get a seat. That means you have to wait or sit in bar chair adjacent to the kitchen or choose another place.

This place is not so large, even relatively small. Consisting of ground floor and a smaller upstairs. The interior was unique and there is an open kitchen, so we can see the cooking process. Small benches and minimalist tables make this room can filled by many people. So do not ever expect to get here loveseat or sofas. Inside the left side and upper floor looks more artistic. There are two small benches outside the restaurant with tiny table, and there I was. Because there is no more seat for me.

Via-Via offers diverse menu, Western-style and Javanese also available. For Javanese menu, each day there will be a different special menu. Very interesting. Finally I chose the main dish: rice eggplant balado seasoning, and mango pineapple mix juice .


After waiting in a decent time, finally came the juice that was ordered. Fresh juices served without additional water, liquid sugar was separated. It's excellent, I've never enjoyed like this. I do not add sugar because it tastes just right. While working on something in the notebook in the dimly lit small candles in front of me, do not feel my juice run out. But my food had not arrived. I began to get anxious. My stomach started to scream. I several times give a signal to the waiter and asked about my order. They just said still cooked for many other orders, because so many orders are waiting to be cooked. Finally my patience exhausted. I decided to cancel my order and only pay for juice.

My dream about rice eggplant balado has been deleted. I am very disappointed, why they take so long to cook, but they continued to receive visitors. Well maybe next time I will come but not in a state of hunger. Hopefully you have better luck than me.

When you look to the internet then you will find the Via-Via lot in a few locations that are owned by the Belgians.

Pecel Malioboro

Go to Jogjakarta is an opportunity to indulge tongue. Although for some people who do not like the sweet flavor would be less comfortable when doing a culinary tour here.

7am already landed at Adi Sucipto Airport makes me challenged to look for a special breakfast of Jogja. I decided to ride the Trans Jogja toward the center of town at Jalan Malioboro. Along the street which is the centre city of Jogja we can see many typical menu of Jogja. So many selected menu, start from the soto, pecel, lotek, and many more. Finally I am interested in pecel seller who is selling at the cart.

I order pecel with fried egg, tempe bacem and sweet iced tea. Pecel is Javanese food, where in some of city will somewhat different. Pecel made from the boiled vegetables: watercress, spinach, kenikir leaf, turi flowers, sprouts, lettuce. Vegetables then mixed with bean sauce spicy flavor, which is a mixture of mashed fried peanuts, chilli, garlic and blended spices. Pecel usually served with rice or rice cake plus the peanut brittle, salted fish britle, tempe bacem, tahu bacem.

It's breakfast that was very interesting and rich in taste and vitamins. But its cheap enough, all of which I ate only Rp8500. You also can eat while sitting on a mat while enjoying the hustle and bustle of the morning Malioboro. You should try it!