Who says Lampung is only about the sea? This decades-old fish cake shop is the real answer
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2026-03-06
Think Lampung is just about beaches? Discover a local culinary gem at "Blue Tent," a legendary fish cake shop. Feast on incredible Pempek, especially the crispy Pempek Kulit, and the savory Tekwan soup. The real showstopper is the Es Kacang Merah dessert. This clean, air-conditioned, and Halal-certified eatery offers a comfortable escape from the heat and even has vacuum-packed treats for souvenirs. It's a must-visit for an authentic taste of the region.
Every time I come to Indonesia, someone always asks me where to go besides Jakarta and Bali. This time, I went to Lampung, and I originally came for the beaches, but a local friend insisted I try a fishcake shop.
Honestly, when I heard the name "Blue Tent," the first thing that came to my mind was a street stall... Anjay, I almost missed out! But once I went inside, hey, it wasn't a street stall at all. The place was clean and comfortable, and it even had an air-conditioned, non-smoking area[1], so perfect for people like me who can't stand the heat. You can comfortably Nongkrong here all afternoon, no problem. Even the restroom smelled nice, a delight for someone who appreciates details!
The moment the fishcakes arrived, I knew I had come to the right place. The fish flavor was super rich, and the texture was soft and chewy, paired with that sweet and sour Cuko vinegar sauce[2], the taste was just next level, Mantap! I have to give a special shoutout to their fried fish skin cake, Pempek Kulit[3]; it was big, thick, and fried to a perfect crisp. And the fish ball soup, Tekwan[4], the broth was so savory it'll blow your mind! But I have to award the MVP of the day to the Es Kacang Merah[5]! The red beans were cooked until they were soft, flavorful, and melted in my mouth. The sweetness was just right—truly a champion dessert!
To be fair, though, when it gets crowded, the staff can get a bit overwhelmed[6], so it's best to double-check your order with them to avoid the frustration of a missed item.
Chatty Editor's Tips & Tricks
- Takeaway as Souvenirs: They have vacuum-packed frozen fishcakes[7], which make for a great gift that will surely impress your friends. Much better than the ones you'd buy at the airport.
- Top Choice for Those Who Can't Stand the Heat: Head straight for the air-conditioned room! Seriously, in Indonesia's weather, a local eatery with AC is paradise.
- Family/Muslim-Friendly: This place is Halal-certified[8], and the owner is also Muslim. Plus, they have a proper parking lot and a prayer room[9], making it very convenient to bring your family.
- Ordering Tip: Besides fishcakes, their menu is quite extensive. They also have Palembang specialties like Mie Celor[10], so you can try something different.
- Forget street stalls. The blue tent fishcake shop is a clean, AC spot to Nongkrong all afternoon [1].
- Get the Pempek Kulit: thick, chunky, and fried super crispy. Dip in the essential Cuko sauce for a flavor explosion 💥! [2][3].
- The champion dessert is Es Kacang Merah. Soft, melt-in-your-mouth red beans with perfect sweetness. Totally addictive [4]
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