11k Noodles & Charging Sockets: This Surabaya Shop Gets University Students!
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2026-02-01
Discover a student paradise in Surabaya! This noodle shop is a hit for its massive, open space and incredibly cheap 11k noodles. Beyond signature dishes like Mie Manja and Mie Goyang, the diverse menu also features gelato and dim sum. It's the perfect spot to hang out or study, offering plenty of seats and even charging sockets for your devices. For the best value, be sure to dine in and enjoy the unbeatable prices.
Anjay! The prices in Surabaya are just too amazing... My friend said he'd take me to a canteen super loved by students, and I didn't have much hope originally, after all, the price point was so low. But as soon as I arrived at the entrance, wow, this setup wasn't a canteen at all, it was practically a Nongkrong paradise!
Huge Space + Divine Menu, Crushing the Competition
As soon as I walked in, I was shocked, the place is too big! Indoor, semi-open, and outdoor areas are all available[1], so many seats it's hard to choose. Although there's no air conditioning, the entire space is open, and it's quite cool when the wind blows, not stuffy at all, very suitable for coming here to Chill for an afternoon with friends.
Looking at the menu again, I immediately respect it. Noodles, dim sum, sushi, rice, Gelato… this menu is so rich it doesn't look like a noodle shop[2].
🍜 Signature Noodle Series: I ordered the savory Mie Manja[3], the taste was just right, and the noodle texture was also Mantap! My friend ordered the sweet and spicy Mie Goyang[4], which was also good. Spicy food lovers can directly challenge Mie Disko[5], it's said to be quite addictive!
🍦 Gelato: After finishing the noodles, you must have a Gelato[6] to finish it off! Both the matcha and tiramisu flavors are super rich, and the texture is incredibly smooth, and most importantly, it's cheap! The value for money is truly amazing.
Let's Talk Real (Not Just Hype)
Although the value for money is incredibly high, there are a few things I still need to complain about:
First, it's really crowded during meal times, queuing is normal. The dim sum I ordered took a bit longer than the noodles[7], which was a bit agonizing when I was starving.
Second, and most importantly! Dine-in and takeout are two different prices! I checked, dine-in noodles are only around 11k Indonesian Rupiah[8], but on delivery platforms, they're 20k, almost double the price difference! Friends, if you can dine in, don't order takeout, it's a huge loss!
Finally, I tried a bite of the black pepper rice my friend ordered, the taste was quite ordinary, and it felt like the portion was a bit smaller than the noodles[9]. When you come here, it's better to just stick to the noodles!
Blogger's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls (Recommended for Saving)
Here are some key points for those planning to visit:
- 1. If you want to save money, eat in the store: Dine-in prices are the best, don't be a sucker.
- 2. Travel during off-peak hours: If you want to Nongkrong comfortably, avoid lunch and dinner rush hours, otherwise, you'll have to wait for a table with a Zen attitude.
- 3. Bring your laptop for work/study: Some seats have power outlets[10], but they are limited, first come, first served!
- 4. Be prepared for ordering: The store has self-ordering machines, but they happened to be broken the day I went[11], so I had to queue at the counter. Everyone, please take note.
- Surabaya's 'student canteen' surprise: noodles just 11k IDR [1]! Finish with super rich, smooth Gelato [2]. Value's wild!
- Beyond basic noodles, the menu's insane [3]! From savory Mie Manja to extreme Mie Disko [4], a flavor will grab you!
- Nongkrong heaven [5] for youth! Huge indoor/outdoor space, breezy, never stuffy. Perfect for an afternoon with friends.
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