Calling all Medan Coffee Heads! I'm scared you'll steal my seat at this floating cabin.
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2026-03-06
Discover Minum Kopi, a hidden gem tucked away in a Medan back alley. This unique cafe is a wooden house built over a pond, offering a tranquil escape from the city bustle. Sip on high-quality, ethically sourced local coffee at incredibly affordable prices. With its lush green surroundings and chill atmosphere, it's the perfect spot for coffee lovers seeking a peaceful hangout. Just remember to bring mosquito repellent for the full outdoor experience
To be honest, if it weren't for a lokal friend showing me the way, winding and turning through a residential area in Medan, I really would have thought I was lost. Who would have thought that such a hidden gem would be tucked away in a back alley.
I was stunned the moment I walked in, the entire cafe is actually a wooden house built over a pond![1] Anjay! You have to cross a small wooden bridge to get to the counter, this atmosphere is so chill. Surrounded by lush green trees, with a cool breeze blowing, it's completely free from the hustle and bustle of the city. It's just so amazing to nongkrong here for an afternoon.
As a serious coffee addict like me, I had to start with a pour-over. They source their beans directly from lokal Indonesian farmers, with a philosophy of #sejahterapetanikopi (for the welfare of coffee farmers), passing the savings from cutting out the middleman directly to the farmers and customers[2]. The Situjuah Gadang Honey[3] I ordered had a natural light sweetness even without sugar, the flavor was very clean, Mantap!
My friend's Cappuccino[4] was a real eye-opener, it was as smooth as chocolate milk, with hints of floral and fruity notes. It was so good I almost wanted to snatch it away! For a snack to go with our coffee, we ordered the Fried Mushrooms (Jamur Goreng)[5], which were freshly fried, crispy, delicious, and a perfect pairing.
To be fair, though, the super natural environment comes at a price. There are seriously a lot of mosquitoes outdoors[6], so girls, remember to wear long pants or use mosquito repellent. Also, if it rains, some of the outdoor seats might get wet.
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- 💰The prices are amazing: The two of us got two coffees and a snack for only 64k Indonesian Rupiah[7], the value for money is insane! Feels like the owner is doing charity work, haha.
- ⏰How to avoid the crowds: The place isn't big, so it gets crowded on weekends or during meal times. Getting a good seat depends on luck. If you want a quieter experience, try going on a weekday afternoon.
- 🙋♀️How to order: It's self-service here, you go to the counter to order, and the last order is at 11 PM.
- 📍Address: Minum Kopi (Just search on Google Maps, don't go to the wrong place!)
- Tucked away on a pond-side wooden house, this breezy, green spot is an instant escape from city noise[1].
- Sip on Situjuah Gadang Honey[2]—the beans are sourced directly from local farmers, supporting #sejahterapetanikopi[3].
- Two coffees and fried mushrooms for just 64k IDR[4]! The value is so good you'll wonder if it's charity.
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