Calling all Bancun social butterflies! This giant restaurant was literally made for Nongkrong
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2026-03-05
Discover Banjarmasin's ultimate hangout destination, Warung Wakaka! This massive restaurant is practically a mini food court, perfect for "Nongkrong" with your entire crew. Choose between indoor, garden, or private seating and soak in the vibrant, photogenic atmosphere, especially at night. While the food can be hit-or-miss, the Sate Taichan is a definite must-try. It's the ideal spot where the ambiance is the main attraction, drawing in all the city's coolest social butterflies for a great time.
Anjay! Whoever told me we were going to a Warung, I thought it was a roadside stall, but when I got to this Warung Wakaka in Banjarmasin, I was totally stunned... This isn't a Warung, it's practically a mini food court, right? 🤯 The parking lot is so huge you could race go-karts in it, that's really something!
I was even more shocked when I went inside; the space is ridiculously huge, and you can choose from the indoor air-conditioned area, the outdoor garden area, or the private area on the second floor[1]. When the lights come on at night, the atmosphere is on point, and any corner is super photogenic. It feels like all the coolest guys and girls in town are here to chill. No exaggeration, this is definitely one of the biggest hangout spots in Banjarmasin[2].
Since there were a lot of us, we just went ahead and ordered all their signature dishes. That Sate Taichan[3] gets a huge thumbs up from me; the chicken was super tender, and paired with that spicy onion sambal, one bite and it's truly Mantap! My friend's Indomie Goreng Salted Egg[4] looked pretty good too; salted egg lovers should go for it. The portions are decent and worth the price, so you'll definitely leave full[5].
But, to be honest, if you're coming here expecting a "culinary masterpiece," you might be a little disappointed. The food here is a bit hit-or-miss. Besides solid dishes like the satay, the taste of some other dishes is... hard to describe[6]. I feel like people mainly come here for the environment and atmosphere. After all, the main event is to Nongkrong with a big group of friends!
Editor's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls 📝
- Be sure to book! This place gets packed during meal times and on weekends. If you don't want to be stuck waiting at the door, remember to book a table in advance via WhatsApp[7].
- Check the bill! The prices on the menu are before tax, and a 10% tax will be added to the final bill[8], so you don't feel "backstabbed" later, haha.
- Driving is the best option! The parking lot is seriously huge and super convenient. Friends driving here won't have to worry about parking at all[9].
- Prayer Room Note: The Mushola is quite small, so you might have to wait a bit during peak hours[10].
- This isn't your typical Banjarmasin Warung! It's a giant food court with a massive parking lot and killer vibes [1][2].
- The Sate Taichan is a must! Incredibly tender, juicy chicken with spicy onion sambal. One bite is just Mantap [3].
- Driving here with friends is a breeze! The huge parking lot means no more stress finding a spot [4]
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