Malang Culinary Tracks: Explore the Delights at the 5 Best Depots and Kopitiam!

    In the city of Malang right now, there are many places to eat in the form of depots and kopitiam. Kopitiam itself is a term that means coffee shop. This term comes from the combination of the words "coffee" and "tiam". Tiam itself also means shop or shop in Hokkien and Hakka languages.

Depots and kopitiams can be popular in Malang because of the pocket-friendly prices and the atmosphere offered in the form of 80's china which has an old-school impression and invites nostalgia. Apart from offering low prices for buyers including students, depots and kopitiams also provide a menu that is quite unique and no less delicious. Here are 5 kopitiam and depots in Malang that you must visit!

1) Depot panjang Umur

    Depot Panjang Umur Malang has a fairly unique concept compared to other culinary businesses. They carry the theme of an authentic Chinese and old school dining place. The selection of chairs and tables also has a strong 80s impression. Depot Panjang Umur provides quite diverse and unique food and beverage variants. One of them is Ngohiong chicken rice, which is savory white rice combined with crispy crispy kailan and savory flour fried chicken. Then, there is also Suchan Noodles which has a spicy and strongly spiced flavor. For menu prices, Depot Panjang Umur offers affordable prices but still has flavorful and filling food and drinks.

Open                 : 1 pm - 8 pm

Price Range     : IDR 5.000 - 30.000

Address            : Jl. Mundu No.14, Bareng, Kec. Klojen, Malang, Jawa Timur 65116

Instagram        : https://www.instagram.com/depotpanjangumur/

2) Shou Kopitiam

    Shou Kopitiam has the feel of a typical Malaysian and Singaporean kopitiam. Shou Kopitiam provides a cozy place with a nostalgic concept that makes visitors feel comfortable. In addition, this place is also quite instagramable so it is suitable for anyone who has a hobby of photography. Shou kopitiam has a special menu such as seafood rice noodles, Malay laksa, shumai, toast with flavor variants which are certainly affordable.

Open                    : 7 am - 11 pm

Price range         : IDR 5.000 - 30.000

Address          : Jl. Cengkeh No.15, Tulusrejo, Kec. Lowokwaru, Malang, Jawa Timur 65141

Instagram           : https://www.instagram.com/shoukopitiam/

3) Kopitiam 99

    

    Kopitiam 99 is one of the coffee shops that has a vintage Chinese-themed interior design. Inside, there are many classic photos and paintings neatly installed on the walls of this shop. Not only that, this shop also displays decorations of Chinese kanji writing placed in the upper corner. This kopitiam has a fairly strategic location, because it is on the edge of the highway so that it can facilitate visitors who want to come to this classic coffee shop.

    Kopitiam 99 is not like kopitiam in general which has a large enough place, even so this coffee shop has quite a lot of menus to offer. Kopitiam 99 has several mainstay menus including butter coffee, iced lemonade soda, kungpao skin rice, and many more delicious menus that are worth trying.

Open                   : 7 am – 10 pm

Price range        : IDR 7.000 – 25.000

Address              : Jl. Borobudur No. 1A, Mojolangu, Kec. Lowokwaru,

Malang, Jawa Timur, 65142

Instagram          : https://www.instagram.com/kopi.tiam99/

4) Pengyu Kopitiam

     Pengyu Kopitiam is one of the culinary places in the Kayutangan shophouse area, Malang. Pengyu Kopitiam is quite attractive to the public, especially young people to visit this place. Although the place is not as good and luxurious as other cafes or restaurants, the old Chinese nuances are still felt. It's also a cozy place to relax and chat with friends or family

    Pengyu Kopitiam is always crowded, especially on weekends. Because most of the visitors are young people, the prices offered are also quite affordable and the taste of the food is also addictive. So do not be surprised, if some visitors are willing to queue for a long time to be able to enjoy it. The mainstay menu at Pengyu Malang is Mie Kwa which tastes very good and different from other types of noodles in general. In addition, Pengyu also has other delicious menus such as Healthy Chicken Pot and Kuangpao Chicken Pot, the price is not too expensive but the contents of the portion are quite large.

Open           : 8 am – 9 pm

Price range  : IDR 7.000 – 30.000

Address              : Jl. Jenderal Basuki Rahmat, Kauman, Kec. Klojen, Malang, Jawa Timur

Instagram          : https://www.instagram.com/pengyukopitiam/

5) Omah Datok 24

    Kopitiam Omah Datok 24 is here to enliven the Chinese - Malay style coffee trend in Malang. When entering this kopitiam, the Malay atmosphere is very thick. There are several old-school Chinese - Malay nuanced picture ornaments in several corners of this place. Although relatively new, this kopitiam has very busy visitors. They come individually or even in family groups. The distinctive aroma of coffee is ready to welcome you to enjoy the various menus available at this kopitiam.

    Kopitiam Omah Datok 24 provides a quite varied menu such as, Dabu-dabu Chicken Rice, Kungpao Chicken Rice, Sechuan Chicken Rice, Nasi Lemak Sambal Balacan, Malay Curry Rice and Hainanese Chicken Rice. In addition, it also sells snacks that are suitable to accompany when chatting or meeting, such as siomay, dimsum, bakpao naiwong, banana roll, tofu skin spring rolls, and steamed mantau. Omah Datok 24 also sells bread with ice cream on top. The drinks sold are no less varied. Starting from butter coffee for coffee lovers, there are also tea pulls and iced limes.

Open               : 24 hours

Price range    : IDR 8.000 – 33.000

Address         : Jl. Bunga Coklat No. 10, Tulusrejo, Kec Lowokwaru, Malang, Jawa Timur 65141

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omahdatok24/

    As such, Malang presents an enticing selection of depots and kopitiams to savor. Explore the city's culinary delights and discover unforgettable culinary experiences around every corner. From authentic flavors to inviting atmospheres, Malang is truly a paradise for foodies. Enjoy and happy culinary adventure in Malang!