Culinary Around Simpang Lima, Semarang – Hello, t-mates! Come again with tiket.com to enjoy the pleasures of various culinary delights that you can taste in Indonesia.
This time, we will discuss the cuisines around Simpang Lima, Semarang. For those of you who are planning a vacation to Semarang, bag these culinary recommendations from tiket.com, okay~
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Please Your Appetite with These 8 Culinary Places at Simpang Lima, Semarang
Prepare your eyes and read carefully the variety of cuisine you can find around Simpang Lima, Semarang. Definitely will make your vacation to Lumpia City much more fun & unforgettable! Let’s see from the top of the list.
1. Lekker Paimo

Before eating the main course, try the street foods near Simpang Lima, Semarang. Come taste the Lekkers first at Lekker Paimo.
This Lekker is not just any Lekker, t-mates. You can choose from top to bottom the array of delicious toppings at varying prices. No wonder it’s the choice of many people for snacks at home while watching exciting movies!
Price: starts from 2,500 IDR/piece*
Operational hours & days: Monday-Saturday, 10 AM-5 PM
Address: Jl. Karang Anyar No.37, Brumbungan, Kec. Semarang Tengah, Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50135 (Google Maps)
2. Pisang Plenet “Pak Yuli”

Bananas, this tropical fruit, have a lot of innovations and fans. Well, this one recommendation is the legendary banana-based street food in Semarang.
It’s name is Pisang Plenet Pak Yuli. The word “plenet” is in the Javanese language, meaning flat. So, before burning, these bananas must be flattened into a thin round shape, t-mates.

You can choose various toppings to add to the taste of Pisang Plenet. The burnt smell combined with the sweet taste, and the savory toppings of choice will be a blend that melts in the mouth. Hmmm, you must try it!
Price: starts from 7,000 IDR/portion*
Operational hours & days: every day, 5 – 12 AM
Address: Jl. Gajahmada No.13, Kembangsari, Kec. Semarang Tengah, Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50135 (Google Maps)
3. Nasi Pecel Mbok Sador

Who likes pecel rice? Or have you never tasted this typical Javanese dish? Come, tiket.com invites you to Warung Nasi Pecel Mbok Sador. The price is so cheap, it starts from only 7,000 IDR!

Eits, there can’t be a long line here if it’s the same as the shop next door. The pecel sauce has a savory taste and is not too sweet. In addition, there is a mixture of papaya vegetables that distinguishes it from most pecels.
Not peyek, the pecel here uses savory rice crackers. You can also add various skewers such as quail eggs and offal. You can picture how delicious just by imagining the dish itself!
Price: starts from 9,500 IDR/portion*
Operational hours & days: every day, 4-10 PM
Address: Jl. Pahlawan No.1, Mugassari, Kec. Semarang Sel., Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50249 (Google Maps)
4. Soto Ayam Khas Kudus Mbak Lin

Another culinary dish you can try around Simpang Lima Semarang is Soto Ayam Khas Kudus Mbak Lin. Many who have tried even become loyal customers!
This typical Soto Kudus does have a fairly thick sauce, although not as thick as Soto Lamongan, the taste is strong with the right savory, sweet and salty sensations.

Here, you can choose whether you want a small bowl or a large bowl. tiket.com’s suggestion is to use a small bowl first so that there is still room to digest a variety of additional side dishes such as fried foods, satay, tempeh, and perkedel.
Price: starts from 16,250 IDR/portion*
Operational hours & days: every day, 7 AM-10 PM
Address: Jl. Ki Mangunsarkoro No.15, Karangkidul, Kec. Semarang Tengah, Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50241 (Google Maps)
5. Lumpia Mataram

Your Semarang trip is complete if you have yet to taste the typical lumpia or spring rolls here. You can visit Lumpia Mataram, one of the only places with many local residents and tourists tasting the delights of this Semarang specialty.

Big in size, just savoring one will definitely make you full. Oh right, you can also purchase this culinary dish as a vacation souvenir.
Usually, if you take them out of town, these spring rolls will be purchased half-cooked so they can be fried again after arriving at a specific destination. This is perfect as a gift for your loved ones at home.
Price: starts from 21,000 IDR/piece*
Operational hours & days: every day, 5.30 AM-9 PM
Address: Jl. Pandanaran No.29A, Randusari, Kec. Semarang Sel., Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50244 (Google Maps)
6. Tahu Gimbal Pak H. Edy

Almost a quarter of a century old, Tahu Gimbal Pak H. Edy stall is still selling well and has many loyal customers. Besides the delicious taste, the processed eggs & tofu are perfect for enjoying as a cheap but fulfilling lunch!

Uniquely, there are a lot of stalls at Simpang Lima that sells tahu gimbal as well, Pak Edi’s 1, 2, and many more. So don’t come to the wrong shop; the original one has an H on its name!
Price: starts from 24,000 IDR/portion*
Operational hours & days:
- Saturday – Thursday, 12 – 10 PM
- Friday, 1-10 PM
Address: Jl. Pandanaran No.2, Mugassari, Kec. Semarang Sel., Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50249 (Google Maps)
7. Es Puter Cong Lik

Do you crave a cold drink, such as an es puter, at night? Just stop by at Es Puter Cong Lik! This shop is open after sunset until 10 pm, perfect for your evening culinary list.

This specific es puter is indeed a legendary culinary dish in Semarang with a characteristic savory taste due to the mixture of coconut milk used as a substitute for milk.
The texture is indeed rougher when compared to most ice creams. But don’t complain about the taste. Moreover, a durian meat filling and siwalan fruit add to the unique taste. Cool and refreshing!
Price: starts from 15,000 IDR/portion*
Operational hours & days: every day, 6-11 PM
Address: Jl. Kh Ahmad Dahlan No.11, Karangkidul, Kec. Semarang Tengah, Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50241 (Google Maps)
8. Nasi Goreng Babat Pak Karmin

The last number in this article is, of course, fried rice. This million people’s food is packaged with a unique and premium taste. Curious? Try Nasi Goreng Babat Pak Karmin!

The presentation is ordinary, but don’t get it wrong, the spicy sweet, and savory taste is delicious. Fried rice that is already flavorsome, plus pieces of “babat” roasted with thick spices and soy sauce, will undoubtedly spoil the taste bud, am I right?
Price: starts from 25,000 IDR/portion*
Operational hours & days: every day, 7 AM-8 PM
Address: 2C6H+2HM, Karangkidul, Kec. Semarang Tengah, Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50241 (Google Maps)
Full Tummy, Ready to Explore Semarang Happily!
How is it? Already tempted to experience the culinary delights around Simpang Lima, Semarang? Your vacation will always be more complete with culinary delights, t-mates!
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