It all started with a simple idea to bring two interests together into one goal: a fun and unique encounter. Several locals wanted to hone their English skills by speaking with tourists from various countries. Jogjatripper then took the initiative by offering to meet with interested tourists over coffee and call it “English with Bule“. Bule simply means foreigner.
It was hoped that this casual encounter would provide a unique experience for both parties.
They will pick you up at your hotel — most probably with motorbikes — after your day trip has done. Then you’ll go to some small coffee shop or any non-touristy local place (warung) nearby around Yogyakarta.
So, if you’re interested in spend your night time over coffee, sharing stories and laughter with locals, contact Jogjatripper now.
Heading to Borobudur templePhoto after coffeeChatting while waiting for the lava view
We have selected the best vegetarian restaurants in Yogyakarta for you.
Click on the map to get the direction.
Fortunate Coffee Jogja
Jl. Jogonegaran No.49E, Pringgokusuman, Gedong Tengen, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55271
Fortunate Coffee Jogja that lies not far from Malioboro offers various coffee, noodles, rice bowls, soups, mushroom-based foods, etc.
Black Forest Cafe
Jl. Parangtritis No.83, Brontokusuman, Kec. Mergangsan, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55153
Black Forest Cafe lies on Jalan Parangtritis, very close the famous tourist village Prawirotaman. It offers various Asian and Indonesian vegetarian foods.
Fairy Kale Vegetarian
Jl. Dewi Sartika No.17, Terban, Kec. Gondokusuman, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55223
Loving Hut Express Jogja
Jl. Moses Gatotkaca. A18 – A19, Mrican, Caturtunggal, Kec. Depok, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55281, Mrican, Caturtunggal, Kec. Depok, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55581
Simple Plant Vegan Kitchen & Art Space
Jl. Plataran No.8, RT.01/RW.47, Sembungan, Bangunjiwo, Kec. Kasihan, Kabupaten Bantul, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55184
It offers a serene tropical garden with lush trees and plenty of vegetarian foods.
Water Castle Cafe
Jl. Polowijan, Patehan, Kecamatan Kraton, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55133
It is located in the Water Castle area. It offers an artistic ambience and a handful of vegetarian foods.
Warung Vegetarian Jambon
Jl. Jambon No.10, Kragilan, Sinduadi, Kec. Mlati, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55284
Warung Vegetarian Jambon offers ready to eat and made to order of Indonesian and Chinese vegetarian foods.
Warung Somayoga
Jl. Raya Kledokan Gang Garuni II Seturan Raya, Kledokan, Caturtunggal, Kec. Depok, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55281 Warung Somayoga is a complete package of style and taste. With a Javanese house style called Joglo with rice field view and a wide choice of vegetarian foods, this is one of the best in town.
Warung Heru
Jl. Prawirotaman No.1, No 27, Brontokusuman, Kec. Mergangsan, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55153
Warung Heru lies in the heart of Prawirotaman. Owned by a musician with his loving mother who likes to cook, it’s become a melting pot for food lovers and musicians. It also performs live music several nights a week. Note : Not all menus are vegetarian.
Ramadhan is a perfect time to hunt for street food festival at every corner Here are some famous spots to hunt for Ramadan culinary delights in Yogyakarta.
Kampung Ramadhan Jogokariyan
The Jogokariyan Mosque, located not far from the well known Prawirotaman street (maps) has long been renowned for its leadership, serving as a model for many mosque administrators in Indonesia. They come to learn about good and modern mosque management.
Jogokariyan Mosque in collaboration with local residents, regularly hosts the Kampung Ramadhan Jogokariyan (KRJ), a food festival held before breaking the fast for the whole month. Hundreds of people from all over Yogyakarta come daily to seek out delicious, authentic culinary delights, some of which are only available during Ramadan.
Pasar Sore Ramadhan Kampung Kauman
Kauman (maps), the birthplace of Muhammadiyah, the second largest Islamic organization in Indonesia, has its own unique Ramadan traditions. Pasar Sore Ramadhan Kampung Kauman is one such tradition enduring in Kauman. Located not far from Malioboro street, the festival is packed with visitors hunting for takjil (breakfasts).
From the entrance gate to the end of the alley, vendors display a variety of snacks. Kicak and Songgo Buwono are some of the typical snacks available at the Kauman Ramadan Afternoon Market. Kicak is a sweet sticky rice dish. Songgo Buwono, on the other hand, is a cream puff pastry filled with egg, shredded chicken, lettuce, and pickles.
Kotagede
Kotagede is the birthplace of Yogyakarta before it was moved to its current location in the city. There lies the kings’ graveyard and the oldest market in Yogyakarta. It has become one of the best spots to hunt for takjil with abundant sellers by the streets. You can have a Kotagede tour combined with Prambanan and Plaosan temple.
These are must-try delicacies in Yogyakarta that will enrich your taste palate recommended by jogjatripper.
Gudeg
Gudeg is the most famous typical food of Yogyakarta, even people nickname Yogyakarta as the city of gudeg. This dish is made from raw jackfruit, cooked in thick coconut milk for few hours until the coconut milk is absorbed to the jackfruit and its color turns red. It tastes savory and a little bit sweet. This dish is usually served along with steamed rice, duck eggs and opor ayam (chicken curry). There two types of gudeg : gudeg basah (‘wet’ gudeg with a bit curry which is served fresh) and gudeg kering (dried gudeg which is purposedly taken back home on long travel).
Gudeg
Would you want to learn to make local delicacies? Get a cooking class here.
Bakpia
Bakpia is the most-wanted specialty gift from Yogyakarta. The sweet treat is from green bean mixture, and wrapped in thin flour crust. Now bakpia comes in various flavors from cheese, milk, chocolate, pineapple, and many more. Many well known bakpia sellers stay in Pathuk, an area near Malioboro. So bakpia pathuk becomes popular to hunt for this sweet treat.
Bakpia
Brongkos
The main ingredient of brongkos is beef. Cooked with coconut milk, sweet soy sauce, ginger, lemongrass, galangal and chili, brongkos tastes sweet and alternatively spicy. Brongkos always comes with rice. For the best Brongkos, go to Warung Handayani.
Brongkos
Pecel
Another must-try on the list is Pecel, a dish made of various vegetables dressed with spicy peanut sauce. Pecel is just like salad, but the vegetables are cooked and the sauce dressing is usually spicy (so you must say not to use chili if you don’t like it). Spinach, green bean and bean sprouts are cooked in boiling water, drained and served with spicy peanut sauce.
Pecel
Kopi joss
Java island used to be strongly related to coffee (kopi). They serve local brew strong and black, traditionally on burning charcoal then put it on your glass. Wondering how it tastes? It’s unique and delicious! The charcoal draws out the acidity.
Kopi Joss Lik Man who has been selling kopi joss since 1940s is the one you should try.
