Healed by this 8k Rupiah chicken soup on Surabaya's streets.
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2026-02-01
Craving comfort food in Surabaya? This humble stall serves "god-tier" chicken soup that will heal your soul without hurting your wallet. For just 8,000 Rupiah, get a bowl of crystal-clear, slow-cooked broth packed with authentic Solo flavor and incredibly tender chicken. This cash-only, no-frills spot is all about the taste. While the setting is basic and hot, the delicious soup makes it a must-try for an authentic street food adventure.
The weather in Surabaya, oh, it's so hot you just want to stay in an air-conditioned room 24/7. But my local friend insisted on dragging me to this small, run-down place that doesn't even have air conditioning, claiming it served 'god-tier chicken soup'. To be honest, the moment I sat down, I started regretting it. There were only a few old fans creaking, and the air was mixed with a smell of smoke… Anjay, is this environment really okay?
Menu? Non-existent. They only sell chicken soup here[1]. The owner will ask you which part you want, and then 'Duang' – a bowl will be served to you. The soup was crystal clear, but after the first sip, I was speechless. It was incredibly fresh! Not the artificial freshness from MSG, but the rich, mellow flavor from slow-cooked chicken bones, with just the right amount of pepper aroma. Gulping it down, the heat I felt earlier was instantly soothed. The chicken was stewed until tender and falling apart, and the portion was quite generous[2]. Soaking rice in it was simply a carb-lover's carnival. This taste, Mantap! No wonder they say it's an authentic old flavor passed down from Solo[3].
But to be fair, the environment is definitely a major drawback. Smoking is not prohibited in the shop[4], so the smoke from the uncle at the next table can drift right over. For friends sensitive to smoke or those with kids, I honestly advise against it[5]. And it's truly hot. Don't even think about being elegant here; be prepared to sweat while you eat.
📝 Veteran's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls
- Bring enough cash! Bring enough cash! This place is super old school, they only accept cash. Don't foolishly pull out your phone thinking you can scan QRIS[6], okay?
- The prices are ridiculously cheap! A bowl of chicken soup with rice starts from 8,000 Rupiah[7]. Even if you add various chicken drumsticks and wings, the average per person basically won't exceed 20,000 Rupiah. What more could you ask for? It's super student-friendly[8]!
- How to order? Just tell the owner which chicken part you want (paha/dada/sayap - thigh/breast/wing), and leave the rest to him[9].
- Best time to enjoy: If you're feeling a bit under the weather, or on a rainy day, having a bowl will maximize its healing effect. It's definitely the ultimate comfort food!
- Forget the decor! Solo's divine chicken soup: clear, rich, savory, perfect pepper soothes. One sip amazes! [1][2]
- Crazy cheap! Soup+rice 8000 IDR up. Add chicken, still under 20k IDR/person. Student-friendly! [3][4]
- Sick or rainy? Hot soup, healing power maxed out! Ultimate soul-warming comfort food! [5][6]
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