danuberata.com - Where to hang out like local in Belitung ? Yup...!! coffee shop.  Most of local people like to hang out at coffee shop everyday. Coffee shop is a second home, they usually go to this place before and after work. They also play chess, talk about politic, economy.. bla... bla.. blaa.... and even looking for job. Yes you're right, it sounds like an social centre.


What is it ?
However, it is very easy to find a coffee shop in Belitung, but today i will tell you about Warkop Kong Djie. This place has been popular since 1943. the name of this place taken from Mr.  Ho Kong Djie's name, the owner of the coffee shop. Nowday, this business taking by his son, Mr Akien.  He is a good person and very humble. He usually plays chess with the customer everyday.
Where is it ?
The first and the famous Warkop Kong Djie is located at Siburik Street, or 5 minutes walk from Satam Fountain (The Black Stone Monument in the centre city of Tanjungpandan). How to recognise this place ? Look around..!! try to find building with unique kettle at the window. Look at the picture for some clues. This place is located at the corner and keep be careful when cross the busy street. It's usually opens from 07.00 am to 09.00 pm everyday.

What I should to order ?
"Kopi O" is the famous menu at this place. Kopi O means coffee without sugar. For me, it is a little bit strong and make me wake up all night. But most people here like it. At the first time, i suggest you to order small cup of Kopi O or what we said "Kopi O Pancok". You can ask them for sugar if it too strong. They would to show you how to make the coffee in traditional way. It has some boiling process and you must got skill. They also offer you tea and some traditional cakes.

How About the price ?
Don't worry...... It is pretty Cheap. Only IDR 7.000 per regular cup and IDR 5.000 for small cup  of "Kopi O". Find me here for free coffee.... I usually go to this place every saturday and sunday morning. Oppss.....I Forgot to tell you if they have Free WIFI here, so it is a perfect place for budget travellers. Good coffee and free internet, Anything else ??.