Best food, cafés & bars in Yogyakarta

An Indonesian restaurant set among rice paddies, serving Indonesian dishes alongside Asian and Western fare. Standouts include rice with duck and basil, and beef rib soup. A peaceful spot for a meal with views over the fields.

An Indonesian home-style restaurant serving dishes since 1978. Its signature bistik komplet pairs beef, egg, and vegetables with a sweet-and-sour sauce. Es teler, made with fruit and coconut milk, is cool and refreshing.

An Indonesian restaurant where traditional Javanese decor meets the sounds of gamelan. Try local favorites like nasi kucing and ayam koteka, then finish on a sweet note with grilled ice cream.

A bakery and bistro café with a spacious garden and plenty of semi-outdoor seating. The cheese sandwich pairs melted cheese with nicely toasted bread. Live band music can also be heard in some outdoor areas.

A café and restaurant inspired by traditional Javanese homes. The coffee is excellent, and the menu also features wedang jahe, a ginger drink. Surrounded by trees and bamboo, the garden has a small pond and makes a peaceful place to linger.

Kobessah Kopi UAD is a spacious café with air-conditioned indoor seating and open-air tables. Pair your visit with iced coffee or milk tea, and catch live music in the evening.

A bar and restaurant with live music and DJ sets in the evenings. Pizza and sirloin steak are popular, while R&B and Afrobeats add to the lively atmosphere.

A live-music venue with a restaurant, lounge, and bar spread across separate floors. It serves Indonesian and international dishes; live bands perform in the lounge, while DJs play upstairs.

A casual bar and pub where you can enjoy a meal with drinks. Mushroom pizza and spaghetti are popular picks, and live music plays in the evenings.