I declare this 'Gunny Sack Warehouse' in Makassar the true god of coffee.
qponx
2026-03-06
Tucked away in a Makassar alley, this "gunny sack warehouse" is a coffee lover's dream. Don't be fooled by its rugged exterior; inside, the aroma of freshly roasted beans is intoxicating. This roastery headquarters serves phenomenal coffee, from a clean Japanese Drip to a perfectly balanced Kopi Susu. The surprise star? The food is just as incredible, with a legendary Mie Goreng Jawa. It's a must-visit for serious coffee and surprisingly delicious eats.
Winding through the small alleys of Makassar following my GPS, I almost thought I was lost... When I saw stacks of coffee sacks casually piled up at the entrance, I was genuinely taken aback for a second. Instead of a café, at first glance, it looked more like the back door of a roasting factory. Anjay, this place is so wild!
But the moment I pushed the door open, the overwhelmingly rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans just swept me off my feet! This is exactly what a professional roastery should smell like, the air is just filled with a Mantap vibe! Looking at those sacks, I suddenly felt like they were the most hardcore decoration[1].
For a coffee head like me, coming here was like a kid in a candy store. I chatted with the barista for ages; they really know their beans inside and out and can explain everything to you crystal clear[2]. In the end, I ordered a Japanese Drip[3], and the flavor profile—so clean yet rich—was absolutely amazing. My friend's Kopi Susu was super awesome too, smooth on the palate with the perfect balance of milk and coffee.
The biggest surprise was, for a place that specializes in coffee, how can their food be this delicious?! That Mie Goreng Jawa[4]... the flavor was so authentic I suspected the chef was "stolen" from Java. It's legendary, okay!
But to be fair, the indoor space isn't huge, and the non-smoking area has limited seating. It gets a bit crowded during meal times and the afternoon rush, so if you want to Chill quietly, you have to pick the right time. As for the price, a Kopi Susu costs 25,000 Rupiah[5], which isn't the cheapest in Makassar, but after drinking it, you'll feel it's worth every penny[6].
Editor's Key Takeaways ✍️
- The location is a bit tricky: It's in the Pasar Segar area, and you have to go through a small alley to get there. If it's your first time, don't doubt your GPS, just go for it[7]!
- Avoid peak hours: There are few indoor seats, so if you want to grab a good spot, either go early or just make a reservation in advance[8].
- Note the special hours: They close briefly for Friday prayer time, so don't make a wasted trip[9].
- Buy, buy, buy the coffee beans: This is the headquarters and roasting center for their five stores[10], so you can buy the freshest beans to take home! Coffee lovers, go for it!
- Work-friendly: There are power outlets, Wi-Fi, and even a prayer room[11], making it perfect for bringing your laptop to Nongkrong for an afternoon.
- Walk in to the rich, intoxicating aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans. A true coffee lover's paradise [1]!
- More than coffee, the food's amazing! The Mie Goreng Jawa is so authentic you'll swear they stole the chef from Java [2].
- The Kopi Susu (25k Rupiah[3]) is silky smooth, with a perfect coffee-and-milk balance. Worth every penny [4].
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