Warung Corner is a family-run Indonesian restaurant in Selong Belanak village, offering the kind of honest, affordable local cooking that forms the backbone of everyday eating in South Lombok. In an area where international menus can sometimes crowd out the local food culture, a straightforward warung serving well-priced Indonesian dishes remains both useful and welcome.
The menu
The kitchen at Warung Corner keeps things simple and local. The menu covers the staples of Indonesian dining — nasi goreng, mie goreng, fresh rice dishes, soups and grilled options — cooked in a family style and served without fuss. This is the kind of food most Indonesian travellers eat every day, and it is often the most satisfying and least expensive option for visitors who want to eat authentically rather than from a tourist menu. The service is friendly and the atmosphere is relaxed and neighbourhood-feeling.
The setting
Selong Belanak is a small village on a sweeping bay in South Lombok, still largely characterised by its fishing community and surf culture rather than resort infrastructure. Warung Corner fits that unhurried character. Open from 08:00 to 21:00, it covers breakfast through to dinner and is convenient for surfers and beach visitors who want a straightforward meal close to the water without planning ahead.
Who it suits
Warung Corner is a good choice for budget-conscious travellers, families and anyone who prefers eating local over eating international. It is equally well suited to a quick lunch between surf sessions and a relaxed sit-down dinner at the end of the day.