Makassar's hidden alley pork Bakmi: The crispy roast pork is Anjay
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2026-03-06
Discover Pangsit Mie Palu Bali, a hidden gem tucked away in a Makassar alley. This award-winning, non-halal noodle shop is a must-visit for its signature Pangsit Mie, featuring homemade chewy noodles and generous portions. The absolute star is the insanely crispy roast pork (Babi Tore), with skin that crackles perfectly. Offering great value and a truly satisfying meal, this spot is a pork lover's dream, but be sure to avoid the weekend crowds for a shorter wait.
Honestly, when I followed the GPS into this small alley in Makassar[1], I was a bit skeptical. If it weren't for my local friend who swore by it, I really thought he was taking me to some random, obscure corner to nongkrong. The entrance looked just like an unremarkable family-run eatery, but the moment I pushed the door open, the aroma of lard and noodles mixed together completely blew me away!
The place was surprisingly clean, and it even had air conditioning[2], which was a total lifesaver in this scorching weather. I came specifically for their signature dish, so I ordered the large special version of Pangsit Mie[3], which was only 50,000 Indonesian Rupiah, pretty good value for money.
As soon as the noodles arrived, I didn't bother with anything else and went straight for those golden, crispy roasted pork pieces (Babi Tore)[4]. Let me tell you, that skin! It made a "crunch" sound when I bit into it, so crispy it was unreal. The meat, with its perfect fat-to-lean ratio, was fragrant with its own rendered fat. The Google reviews calling it "heavenly" are no exaggeration at all, Mantap! 👍
Now, let's talk about the noodles. They're homemade[5], and the texture is exceptionally chewy and firm, or as they say in Indonesian, it has that `kenyal` feeling[6]. Springy but not hard, perfectly soaking up the sauce at the bottom of the bowl. One bowl comes with char siu, chicken, and wontons—it has everything. The portion size is really generous. Even as a big guy, I felt stuffed after finishing the large portion[7].
But, to be fair, my friend mentioned he's been here a few times and he feels the flavor can be inconsistent, sometimes it's a bit on the bland side[8]. I got lucky this time; the flavor was just right. However, the broth is indeed quite light, with a dominant green onion aroma, not the rich, bone-broth type. Those who prefer stronger flavors might find it a little lacking.
Quick Guide & Tips to Avoid Pitfalls 📝
PS: This is an award-winning non-halal noodle shop[9], so you know they've got the skills. For all my friends who love pork noodles, don't miss out on this place when you're in Makassar
- 📍 Shop Name: Pangsit Mie Palu Bali
- 💰 Avg. Cost: 35k-50k IDR (Small regular portion 35,000, the large special I had was 50,000)
- 🍜 Ordering Tips: There are three noodle options: thick, thin, and flat[10]. I personally recommend the thick noodles, the texture is the most satisfying! Besides the signature noodles, they also have Misoa Babi[11], which I've heard is also very good.
- ⏰ Times to Avoid: It gets super crowded on weekend afternoons, so be prepared to queue[12]. It's best to go on a weekday or during off-peak hours.
- 💳 Payment: Cash and QR code payments are both accepted[13].
- Find Crispy Pork Belly (Babi Tore) in a Makassar alley. Insanely crunchy with fragrant, layered meat diners call "heavenly"[1].
- Homemade noodles are perfectly `kenyal` (springy)[2], soaking up sauce. Loaded with char siu, chicken & wontons in huge portions[3].
- This award-winning non-halal noodle shop is a hidden local gem[4]. Pork noodle lovers, you have to go
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