Yogyakarta is one of three most visited places in Indonesia. Located in the heart of Java island, Yogyakarta has become a tourist destination, not only for domestic tourists but also for foreigners. Food is an essential thing when you are in a place you have never visited before. Food and traveling can’t be separated. Food will make your traveling experience richer. Yogyakarta has thousands of restaurants. Every week there is always a new restaurant and offers new things. But there are places that stand out and you must visit. Here we go!

Kesuma Restaurant 

Located in a tourist neighborhood but it will need an effort for you to find it, Kesuma Restaurant offers authentic Indonesian cuisine in their menu. From Nasi Goreng to Beef Rendang. With Javanese architecture that is full of wood as main material, Kesuma Restaurant will make your visit to Yogyakarta memorable. 

Kesuma Restaurant

Gg. Demarkasi No.58, III, Brontokusuman, Kec. Mergangsan, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55153

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Warung Heru 

 Warung Heru is located in the heart of Prawirotaman Street, the famous tourist district in Yogyakarta city. Warung Heru offers authentic Indonesian cuisines in their menu such as Beef Rendang, Gado-gado, and of course Nasi Goreng. 

Warung Heru

Jl. Prawirotaman No.1, No 27, Brontokusuman, Kec. Mergangsan, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55153

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Mil’s Kitchen 

Mil’s Kitchen offers western and Indonesian cuisines in the menu. They level up the look of the food. The plating and presentation are beautiful. This restaurant is like purposely hidden and let the customer know about it from their friend. Even a few locals never heard about this place. If you see the building from the front, you might think it’s just a home, not interesting at all, looks so ordinary. All doors and windows are closed. That’s why this restaurant is very interesting. It’s a hidden gem restaurant in Yogyakarta, because it’s only known secretly mouth to mouth. Mil’s Kitchen is also perfect for fine dining too. 

Mil’s Kitchen 

Jl. Pandega Marta No.A2, Caturtunggal, Kec Depok. Sleman, Manggung, Caturtunggal, DIY, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55281

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 Via Via Restaurant 

If you are craving something healthier or if you’re vegetarian, Via Via Restaurant is the right place. Via Via Restaurant is one of oldest restaurants in Prawirotaman area. It offers lots of options in their menu, both Indonesian and western cuisines. Via Via restaurant is not only a restaurant, it’s also a movement. The restaurant is a place for local artists showing their artworks. While you enjoy your food, you also can enjoy the art exhibition on their wall. 

Via Via Restaurant

Jl. Prawirotaman No.30, Brontokusuman, Kec. Mergangsan, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55153

Giri Manah 

Giri Manah is located 24 km away from the city of Yogyakarta. Yes, it’s a bit far from the city center. However, what they offer is not only the food but the scenery. Giri Manah is located in Nanggulan, Kulonprogo. Nanggulan is well known for its landscape. It is surrounded by rice paddies as far as you can see. Giri Manah is very recommended if you want to find a place to escape from the city hustle. The perfect time to visit is in the afternoon around 4 pm to 6 pm. You can also enjoy the sunset here. 

Giri Manah

Pundak II, Kembang, Kec. Nanggulan, Kabupaten Kulon Progo, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta