Who says Payakumbuh is only about Rendang? This camping cafe made me never want to leave
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2026-03-06
Escape the city bustle at Camperia Cafe in Payakumbuh, a unique spot that blends a cafe with a campsite experience. Nestled at the foot of a mountain, it offers stunning views and a cool, refreshing breeze. The main attractions are the roaring bonfire lit at dusk and live music on weekends. Gather your friends, enjoy the chill atmosphere, and warm up with a bowl of their signature Mie Rebus Camper for the perfect rustic getaway.
Staying in Jakarta's pigeon coops for too long will really drive you crazy! Last week, I went to West Sumatra to clear my head. I thought Payakumbuh was just a small city known for its food, but then a friend took me to this Camperia Cafe, and I was instantly blown away.
Anjay! The moment the car stopped, a cool mountain breeze blew over, and I felt completely refreshed. This wasn't a cafe in front of me, it was clearly a campsite at the foot of a mountain! Tents, a lawn, and a roaring bonfire lit at dusk 🔥, the vibe was just incredible!
Mountain Breeze, Bonfire, and Hot Noodle Soup
The core concept here is escape. During the day, the view is super open, and you can just stare at the distant mountain scenery all afternoon. At night, the soul of the whole place—the bonfire—gets lit. Everyone was nongkrong around the fire, listening to the crackling sound of the burning wood. This is true chill[1]!
When it gets cold, you just crave something hot. The menu's top recommendation, Mie Rebus Camper[2] (Gold Medal Camping Boiled Noodles), is a must-try. It arrived steaming hot, and taking a slurp in the cool mountain breeze, the taste was simply Mantap! Pure bliss. The coffee and mochaccino were also made with care, not the kind of stuff they just throw together.
We happened to go on a Saturday night, and there was also live music[3]. The band played all the latest pop songs, setting the mood perfectly without being too loud.
Let's Get Real
Of course, as usual, it's not all praise. Their main selling point is the vibe, so the menu selection isn't particularly extensive[4]. If you're coming for a big, proper meal, you might need to adjust your expectations. But as a spot for afternoon tea or a post-dinner chat, it's more than enough.
Also, the restroom and prayer room facilities are quite basic and still under improvement, so don't have high expectations. After all, their main thing is the rustic, wild vibe. 😉
Tips & Tricks Notebook
Girls, take note of these points before you go:
- What to Wear: It gets really cold in the mountains at night! Promise me, you have to bring a thick jacket. If you get cold easily, just wear long pants. Don't sacrifice warmth for style.
- Best Time to Go: If you want to experience the lively atmosphere with the bonfire and live music, aim for a Saturday night. If you prefer to quietly enjoy the scenery and space out, pick a weekday afternoon.
- How to Get There: Driving yourself is the most convenient. They have a huge parking lot, so you don't have to worry about finding a spot[5].
- Group-Friendly: The place is very spacious, perfect for bringing the whole family or a big group of friends[6]. I saw a lot of locals coming here for team-building or Iftar (Bukber), the atmosphere was amazing.
- At this campsite-style cafe, nongkrong with friends by a bonfire in the cool mountain breeze. Total chill[1]!
- Slurp the steaming Gold Medal Camping Noodles (Mie Rebus Camper)[2] in the cool air for pure bliss. Don't miss the coffee & mochaccino.
- On Saturdays, catch live music[3] by the bonfire. The band plays pop hits for a vibe that's lively but not too loud.
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