Late at night and your stomach suddenly demands attention? If you're in Surabaya, there's no need to panic — just grab your keys and head to these legendary night-food spots. Here are seven late-night culinary destinations around the city that will make your mouth water.

1. Nasi Sambal Mak Yeye

Located near the Darmo Trade Center (DTC), this stall is a Surabaya institution. Open from 22:00 to 03:00, Mak Yeye serves fiery sambal over steamed rice with your choice of proteins. Expect long queues — the spicy kick is worth the wait.

2. Sate Klopo Ondomohen

A night-time favorite for coconut-infused satay. The shredded coconut coating gives each skewer a rich, smoky-sweet crust that pairs perfectly with peanut sauce and lontong. The Ondomohen area stays lively well past midnight.

3. Tahu Campur Kalasan

This hearty bowl combines fried tofu, beef, bean sprouts, and lontong in a thick petis-based broth. The Kalasan stall is a go-to for Surabaya locals craving something warm and filling after dark.

4. Rawon Setan

Despite its devilish name, this spot draws crowds for its deep black beef soup. Served with salted egg and empal, Rawon Setan opens late and is a rite of passage for anyone exploring Surabaya's night-food scene.

5. Lontong Balap Garuda

Surabaya's iconic street dish — rice cakes with bean sprouts, fried tofu, lentho, and a savory broth — tastes even better when the city cools down. The Garuda stall near Pasar Wonokromo keeps the tradition alive into the late hours.

6. Rujak Cingur Genteng

For those who want something tangy and refreshing at night, this rujak stall serves the classic cow-snout salad with a bold petis dressing. The Genteng area is known for vendors who stay open to serve the after-hours crowd.

7. Bubur Ayam Sukomanunggal

Sometimes the night calls for comfort in a bowl. This chicken congee stall in Sukomanunggal ladles out silky rice porridge topped with shredded chicken, cakwe, and crispy shallots — a gentle finish to any late-night outing.

Published 10 September 2015. Hours and availability may have changed since publication.