Calling all carb heads! This Samarinda Warung has all-you-can-eat Indonesian rice dumplings for under 20k
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2026-03-05
Discover a bustling Warung in Samarinda serving authentic Coto Makassar and fall-off-the-bone Sop Konro. While the spot is hot and crowded, the rich, savory broth makes it all worthwhile. For under 20k IDR, you get an incredible meal with a major bonus for carb lovers: unlimited Indonesian rice dumplings (Ketupat)! This hidden gem offers unbeatable value and an authentic local dining experience you won't want to miss. It's a must-visit for budget-conscious foodies.
Just got back from Samarinda, and I have to recommend this amazing spot to you guys! Honestly, I was stunned when I first got to the entrance. The place was packed like a can of sardines, a wave of heat mixed with the smell of spices hit me in the face, and there wasn't even any air conditioning... My inner monologue at that moment was: Anjay, this is it? If my friend hadn't dragged me in, I probably would have just gone to Nongkrong at the coffee shop next door.
Don't let the environment turn you off, one sip of the soup makes it all worth it!
It wasn't until I sat down that I realized this place is a whole other world! There's almost never an empty seat in the house; it's definitely one of the top spots for Lokal friends and families to gather[1]. We quickly ordered the signature dishes, and the food came out surprisingly fast[2], no waiting at all!
The moment the Coto Makassar[3] was served, I knew I'd come to the right place! The broth is so rich it's intoxicating—not that artificial sweetness you get from a pile of MSG, but a genuine, savory flavor from beef bones and spices. The offal inside is cleaned incredibly well. A sip of soup, a bite of meat, paired with the all-you-can-eat Indonesian rice cakes (Ketupat)[4], it's simply Mantap! Carb lovers will find this god-tier, okay! My friend's Sop Konro[5] (beef rib soup) was also super delicious; the meat was stewed until it was fall-off-the-bone tender.
Let's be real, it's not all praise
OK, let's talk about the real stuff. While the taste is god-tier, don't have high expectations for the environment. It's just a very traditional Indonesian eatery (Warung), so girls who can't stand the heat, be warned[6].
Also, to be fair, the amount of ingredients in the Coto Makassar bowl isn't actually that much[7], but considering the price is less than 20,000 IDR per person and the Ketupat is free-flow, what more could you ask for? The value for money is maxed out!
Editor's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls (Save this ASAP!)
- Want to try the beef rib soup (Sop Konro)? Please get there before 11 AM! It sells out in a flash, and don't ask me how I know[8].
- Afraid of the heat and crowds? Don't sit next to the stove, and try to avoid the lunch rush hour, or you'll seriously be so hot you'll question your life choices.
- Budget-friendly! You can eat and drink your fill for 15,000-20,000 IDR per person, with unlimited Ketupat. The owner is generous!
- A little health tip: The dishes here are mostly meat and offal, so for all you cholesterol warriors... you know the drill, take it easy[9].
- Coto Makassar: Insanely rich broth, super clean offal. Comes with unlimited Ketupat—a carb-lover's dream come true [1][2]!
- Sop Konro: Fall-off-the-bone tender beef ribs. To get a taste, make sure you arrive before 11 AM [3]!
- For just 15-20k IDR, you get rich, flavorful offal/beef rib soup. The value is maxed out—an absolute steal
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