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Indonesian Warungs

Warungs are the heart of Southeast Asian food culture, and predominant in Indonesia, where local flavors and traditions come to life. Earning the trust of the ibu-ibu (aunties) who run these eateries is key to uncovering their culinary secrets. Often, they never fully reveal their recipes, so I rely on all my senses to reinterpret their dishes. If you join us for a Denpasar Street Food Tour, you’ll likely experience the same excitement and challenge of discovering these hidden culinary gems and their unique twists.

WARUNG MIRA (KHAS BULELENG)
Bali: Singaraja-Style Food

▶ THE WARUNG

Serving Singaraja-style food, this is one of my favourite warungs in Denpasar. An ice-cold es daluman as soon I sit down at Warung Mira hits the spot.

BABI GULING GRENCENG
BALI: SUCKLING PIG

▶ THE WARUNG

The babi guling is good and offers quite a variety of accompaniments to the traditional slow-roasted pork. A great option for lunch!

MIE KOCOK PAK EMAN PUTRA
BANDUNG: BEEF NOODLE SOUP

▶ THE WARUNG

Knocks out the best bowl of it in the area, so join the locals and make a beeline for their version, which comes in mismatched china bowls and served up with big smiles.

IGA BAKAR SI JANGKUNG
Bandung: Marinated braised beef ribs

▶ THE WARUNG

Pak Jangkung is the man behind the meat here. He’s someone that personifies the spirit of Sunda. The best part is that the air is filled with one of favourite smells: the heady scent of barbequing meat.

TAHU TIPAT GRENCENG
BALI: PAN-FRIED TOFU SALAD

▶ THE WARUNG

Street-side eating here is all about one thing only – tahu tipat. Wholesome, spicy and filling, it’s the perfect quick lunch.

BABI GULING BU MANGKU
BALI: SUCKLING PIG

▶ THE WARUNG

I’ve found a true gem in Babi Guling Bu Mangku. Ibu Mangku’s warung serves up Bali’s favorite local worker’s breakfast with incredible flavors.