When one decides to visit Makassar, one should not miss culinary visits on one’s itinerary. Take this as a note and plan for a culinary visit during your vacation in Makassar, t-mates! Don’t miss your opportunity to taste various mouthwatering local cuisines when you’re there.
Cuisines are to some extent the embodiment of the culture thriving in a certain area. Not only you could taste the delights each food provides you, but cuisines also tell a lot about the culture reflected in it. Hence, cuisines are often unique to the place where it originated from.
Now that we have said it, buckle up and get ready for some mouthwatering adventure in Makassar! Here we list 7 dishes indigenous to Makassar that you should not miss during your visit.
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Dishes Indigenous to Makassar
Makassar has a lot of beauty reflected in its culture, and its traditional cuisines are one of its embodiments. We are certain that you may have tried these foods at your local hometown restaurants, but hey, don’t you think eating traditional foods in their place of origin would have brought a whole different experience? Because if you do, we couldn’t agree more!
So, what are the foods that you should try when you head to Makassar? Read on below!
1. Coto Makassar
Let’s start with the most famous cuisine in Makassar known by many. Indeed, t-mates, what else could it be besides Coto Makassar? Coto Makassar– or also referred to as Coto Mangkasara is a food featuring beef and offal beef. These beef are boiled to get rid of its chewy texture and are mixed with various spices that give its rich taste.
Commonly, Coto Makassar is eaten with a burasa, a food that resembles lontong but is flattened and cooked in a special way. Want to know where you can have the most delicious Coto Makassar in Makassar? Go for Aroma Coto Gagak. Their Coto Makassar is loved by many!
Price: starts from 60,000 IDR for two persons*
Opening days & hours: every day, 24 hours
Address: Jl. Gagak No.27, Mariso, Makassar, South Sulawesi 90121 (Check on Google Maps)
2. Konro
Have a thing for ribs? Then Konro is definitely a must-try for you! Known locally as Sop Konro, this food is well-known for its fragrant nearly-black soup that gives such a delicious smell during the process of cooking it’ll make you hungry right away!
The strong taste of this soup is attributed to the presence of kluwek— commonly used to cook rawon. Beware of addiction once you got to try this meal!
A variety of konro is available in its grilled form too. You can try various konro varieties in Konro Karebosi restaurant.
Price: starts from 100,000 IDR for two persons*
Opening days & hours: every day, 10.30 AM-10.30 PM (local time)
Address: Jl. Gn. Lompobattang No.41-43, Pisang Utara, Ujung Pandang, Makassar, South Sulawesi 90115 (Check on Google Maps)
3. Barongko
Barongko is another of Makassar’s traditional cuisine that you should try. Made with mashed bananas, mixed with eggs, coconut milk, salt, and sugar, Barongko is wrapped by banana leaves and is steamed.
Initially, Barongko is a luxury as it was made as a dessert to Bugis’ kings. Interesting to know that you got to taste a form of luxuries used to be shared by these kings right? Anyway, you can easily find Barongko anywhere in Makassar.
4. Pisang Epe
It is mandatory for tourists to visit Losari Beach in Makassar, and as one visits Losari Beach, it is also as much of an obligation to try Pisang Epe. You might wonder why? Because Pantai Losari has the most delicious Pisang Epe stall!
Chilling by the beach whilst watching the sun finally sets– would be complete if you have Pisang Epe in hand. Visit Pisang Epe Mandiri to try this mouthwatering dish yourself!
Price: 30,000 IDR for two persons*
Opening days& hours: every day, 06.10 PM-12.00 AM (local time)
Address: Jl. Ali Malaka No.45, Maloku, Ujung Pandang, Makassar, South Sulawesi 90111 (Check on Google Maps)
5. Mie Titi
Mie Titi is another culinary delight one must not miss whilst visiting Makassar. So, make sure to put this on your itinerary, t-mates! Mie Titi consist of noodles cooked dry, which brings forth the crunchy texture of this noodle. It is doused with thick, savory-flavored sauce. Mmm delicious! *chef’s kiss*
Keen to try? Visit Mie Titi Panakkukang for an unforgettable, delicious Mie Titi that makes you crave for more.
Price: starts from 90,000 IDR for two persons*
Opening days & hours: 11.00 AM-02.00 AM (local time)
Address: Rubi, Jl. Boulevard Ruko Ruby No.25, Masale, Panakkukang, Makassar City, South Sulawesi 90245 (Check on Google Maps)
6. Sop Saudara
Sop Saudara is one of Makassar’s most delicious cuisines. This dish features beef and offal beef that you can choose from. Not a fan of offals? Opt for the beef!
Sop Saudara is cooked with rice noodles, potatoes, and is served along with boiled eggs and grilled fish. If you’re into spicy foods, add some chilis to this cuisine, guaranteed a second bowl! Wonder where you can try a delicious Sop Saudara? Sop Saudara Irian is the answer!
Price: starts from 75,000 IDR for two persons*
Opening days & hours: every day, 24 hours
Address: Jl. Dr. Wahidin Sudiro Husodo No.40, Pattunuang, Wajo, Makassar, South Sulawesi 90171 (Check on Google Maps)
7. Pallubasa
Another famous Makassar cuisine that you should try is Pallubasa. Pallubasa features a soup enriched with beef or beef offals. To add its delicacy, egg yolks are often a complement to this delicious dish.
Looking for a restaurant that serves the best Pallubasa for lunch? You can try Pallubasa Serigala. Careful, you can easily opt for a second bowl!
Price: starts from 75,000 IDR for two persons*
Opening days & hours: 10.00 AM-11.00 PM (local time)
Address: Jl. Serigala XIV, Mamajang Dalam, Mamajang, Makassar City, South Sulawesi 90132 (Check on Google Maps)
Don’t Forget to Add Culinary Visit to Your Daily Itinerary
So now that you’ve seen various recommendations of culinary delights authentic to Makassar, don’t forget to add these to your itinerary. Have fun exploring the most delicious foods authentic to Makassar! Well, of course, you have to book your flight ticket to Makassar at tiket.com and get the best price!
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*The information is valid at the time of writing. Price and other policies are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
