Tucked near the shoreline in Selong Belanak, this small local warung serves one of Indonesia's most beloved comfort foods: bakso, the rich meatball soup that anchors menus from Lombok to Java. In a part of south Lombok where international cafés are increasingly common, a dedicated neighbourhood warung like this one remains a grounding presence — the kind of place that feeds local fishing families as readily as passing travellers.
What to expect
The focus here is authentic Indonesian cooking, centred on bakso and the traditional dishes that accompany it. Bakso soup typically arrives as a clear or lightly spiced broth filled with springy meatballs, noodles, and garnishes such as fried shallots and chilli sambal on the side. It is satisfying, warming, and inexpensive — the price category reflects a genuine local warung, where a full bowl costs a fraction of what comparable comfort food would in a tourist-facing restaurant. Bebalung, a Sasak-style beef rib soup from Lombok, may also feature depending on the day, giving the name of the warung an added layer of local significance.
Setting and getting there
Selong Belanak's main beach area is easy to reach by scooter from the surrounding villages of Pengantap, Torok, or Mawun, and the coastal road running along the bay passes through the heart of the area. The warung is open from approximately 10:00 to 21:00, making it well suited to a late-morning arrival after a surf session or a simple dinner before heading back to your accommodation. Parking a scooter is straightforward along the beach road.
An ideal stop for budget-conscious travellers and anyone keen to eat as the locals do — honest Indonesian food at honest Indonesian prices, right by one of south Lombok's most beautiful beaches.