Reviewing The History of Angkringan Which Became a Phenomenal Place to Eat

Over time, there have been many debates that occurred if the concept of this place to eat originated from Solo because it first appeared in Solo.

Then, there are also those who claim that the angkringan comes from Klaten. Because the person who first pioneered angkringan came from Ngerangan Village in Klaten.

It turns out, after being investigated there is a reason why angkringan is more popular in Yogyakarta and has become an icon of the city.

In the 1950s this place to eat has spread to all regions in Central Java, including Yogyakarta. It was in Yogyakarta that the angkring traders experienced their heyday.

This is because the city of Yogyakarta has many students who often stop by angkringan at night to fill their stomachs while chatting.

The many angkringan menus and the cheap prices are the reasons for students and tourists to come there.

One of the most popular menus there is cat rice. Cat rice is a culinary dish in which there is rice and side dishes.

The side dishes can be scrambled tempeh, balado eggs, fried chili sauce, potatoes ati, and so on.

The uniqueness of cat rice is its small size so it is similar to the portion of cat food.

Usually people will buy 2-3 yellow rice to meet normal eating portions.

Not only cat rice, there are various types of satay which are also a favorite food that many buyers try.

There are intestine satay, quail eggs, liver gizzard, and so on.

Angkringan actually has a unique philosophy which can be said to be one of the biggest reasons why this place to eat is still favored by the people of Indonesia.

This place always serves special village dishes. This place is considered an egalitarian place or the equality of one’s social status with others.

So, buyers who come regardless of social strata can enjoy their food while chatting freely until late at night even though they don’t know each other. Conversation material can vary.

Starting from discussions about social, economic, to political. This factor makes angkringan suitable to be visited by anyone. (*)