The short answer
The House of Raminten: what visitors should know first
A good place to try Javanese cooking and jamu in one sitting. It is not vegetarian, so vegetarians should ask carefully, and you should confirm hours, which we did not find.
Useful facts
The House of Raminten facts at a glance
- Location
- Jl. Faridan Muridan Noto 7, Kotabaru
- Dining style
- Javanese restaurant with jamu
- Price signal
- Budget to mid-range
- Signature order
- Try: jamu with a rice dish
- Good for
- Javanese food and herbal drinks
Why it matters
Why The House of Raminten is worth your time
Raminten is a way to taste ordinary Javanese food and jamu in one place. Jamu is part of daily life in Yogyakarta, from street sellers carrying bottles to modern shops.
It is not a vegetarian choice, so it suits a family where at least one person is happy to eat local dishes while others pick vegetable sides. We found no evidence of a vegetarian menu, so ask the staff what can be made without meat, and confirm the hours before you travel.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Jamu
Traditional herbal drinks are part of the menu.
- 02
Javanese food
Local dishes are the focus.
- 03
Kotabaru
A calm, flat district near Mirota Bakery.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Wikivoyage lists The House of Raminten on Jl. Faridan Muridan Noto 7, next to Mirota Bakery, as a place for Javanese food and herbal jamu, with items from about Rp5,000 at the time of the page. Prices change, so treat that as a rough signal only.
Jamu is a traditional herbal drink, and ordering one is a good way to taste something local without committing to a full meal. Pair it with a rice dish. If you avoid meat, say so clearly, because Javanese dishes often include meat stock or shrimp paste, and ask which dishes are meat-free.
Kotabaru has wide, calm streets compared with Malioboro, which makes the trip easier for older travellers. Pair it with a short walk or a visit to the nearby Kotabaru monuments, and confirm the opening hours first.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Say if you avoid meat
- Confirm hours
- Order jamu as a taster
- Take a taxi from the centre
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Jl. Faridan Muridan Noto 7, Kotabaru
- Time needed
- 1 to 1.5 hours
- Best time
- Lunch
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- The Kotabaru area is flat and easy by taxi. We found no details of the room, so ask about seating and steps.
- Tickets and access
- No reservation policy was found. For a group, phone or message ahead.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
The Kotabaru area is flat and easy by taxi. We found no details of the room, so ask about seating and steps.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is it vegetarian?
No. It serves Javanese food, so ask carefully.
What is jamu?
A traditional Javanese herbal drink.
Where is it?
On Jl. Faridan Muridan Noto 7, next to Mirota Bakery.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
