Surabaya, 3 AM: Where else besides Indomaret?
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2026-02-01
Tired of instant noodles for your late-night cravings in Surabaya? Discover the 24-hour Haidilao at Pakuwon Mall! This article reveals a bustling hotpot haven perfect for continuing the party after midnight. Find out about their must-try Tom Yum Goong soup and premium meats. Plus, get insider tips on money-saving promotions, ordering half portions to maximize variety, and the best times to visit to avoid queues. It's the ultimate guide to upgrading your late-night dining game.
Every time I'm in Surabaya Nongkrong with friends until late at night, when hunger strikes, there's always one ultimate dilemma: besides instant noodles from convenience stores, what else can I eat that's hot? Anjay, who would've thought that this Haidilao at Pakuwon Mall is actually open 24 hours[1], it totally leveled up my late-night dining game!
The moment you step in, that familiar hotpot aroma and lively buzz instantly chase away the late-night drowsiness. Don't expect it to be very Chill here, the whole place is bustling with chatter, background music mixed with the noodle-pulling guy's own BGM, the atmosphere is just incredibly lively[2]. Want to have a quiet heart-to-heart? I'd advise you to find another spot. But if you're looking for a place to continue the party, this place is absolutely Mantap!
Back to the food. I'm just saying, if you come to Haidilao and don't order the Tom Yum Goong soup base[3], you'll really regret it! It's spicy and sour, appetizing, and everything tastes good when dipped in it. If there are many people, go straight for the Three-Flavor Pot (Tiga Kombinasi)[4], it perfectly resolves taste differences. Meat lovers should go straight for the Australian Oyster Blade Steak[5], the quality is superb, and the melt-in-your-mouth feeling is just divine. And the service, needless to say, offering hair ties and waterproof phone pouches are basic operations, I feel like I'm pampered like a princess every minute[6].
Of course, my long-time followers know me, I don't blindly praise. To be honest, their prices are indeed not cheap, your wallet might feel a bit of pain[7]. And while the sauce bar has many options, someone with decision paralysis like me can really go crazy, sometimes it's actually less hassle than other places' pre-mixed 'god-tier' sauces[8]. Oh right, the most outrageous thing is that there's no toilet in the restaurant, if you need to go, you have to run back to the mall to solve it[9], this point really deserves a complaint!
Editor's Late-Night Action Guide
I've compiled a few tried-and-true tips for you, quickly save them!
- 1. Money-Saving Hack: Don't foolishly order à la carte! They often have an 'All You Can Eat' promotion for 299k[10], check their official IG before you go, you can't go wrong, easily eat until you can barely walk.
- 2. The Art of Queuing: They don't take reservations here, you can only queue on-site. It's super crowded during meal times on weekends, but luckily there are free snacks while you wait. And don't forget to grab a free ice cream to finish off your meal[11].
- 3. Ordering Tip: Want to try more dishes? Remember to order 'half portions' (1/2 portion)[12] for all dishes, that way you can spend the same money and enjoy double the variety!
- 4. Late-Night Haunts: If you're also a night owl, congratulations, coming in the middle of the night usually means no waiting, enjoy the joy of having the place almost to yourself!
- Surabaya's Haidilao: 24/7! Late-night cravings? Instant noodles out![1]
- Must-order: Tom Yum Goong broth (spicy, sour!) & melt-in-mouth Australian oyster blade steak. Bliss![2][3]
- Skip à la carte! IG has 299k "all-you-can-eat". Get stuffed, wallet-friendly, satisfied.[4]
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