This isn’t just about food or caffeine; it’s about the spaces that bring people together. Each venue tells a story—of artisanal dedication, thoughtful design, and a deep-seated passion for hospitality.
Whether you are a digital nomad seeking your next inspiring workspace, a specialty coffee purist on a quest for the perfect pour-over, or a traveler looking to experience the city's modern pulse, here is your curated guide to the best new cafes and restaurants in Yogyakarta you absolutely cannot miss this season.
By Ody Cafe

By Ody Cafe introduces a beautifully intimate, sun-drenched sanctuary to Yogyakarta’s specialty coffee scene, welcoming visitors daily from 13:00 to 21:00. This hidden gem masterfully balances a clean, Japanese-Scandi minimalist aesthetic with a warm, homey ambiance, offering a tranquil layout that serves as an idyllic retreat for remote professionals seeking deep focus or friends gathering for quiet conversations.
By Ody Cafe
Jl. Nuri, Condongcatur, Yogyakarta
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Couvee Palagan X Cookroom

Marking an exciting evolution for one of Yogyakarta’s most beloved local coffee pioneers, Couvee Palagan X Cookroom brings a highly anticipated collaborative concept to the city's thriving northern dining corridor. Open daily from 07:00 to 23:00, this vibrant venue elevates Couvee’s signature specialty coffee identity—famed for velvety, bittersweet local favorites like the Java and Melacca lattes—by seamlessly integrating it with a dedicated, inventive culinary kitchen.
Couvee Palagan X Cookroom
Jl. Umbul Permai No.77, Yogyakarta
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First Lap Coffee

Bringing a sleek, high-octane energy to Yogyakarta’s specialty coffee scene, First Lap Coffee establishes itself as a striking, racing-inspired social hub designed for both automotive enthusiasts and modern coffee purists. Operating daily from 07:00 to 24:00, the venue masterfully balances a clean, minimalist interior aesthetic with an energetic, community-driven atmosphere that seamlessly transitions from a productive morning workspace into a lively late-night hangout.
First Lap Coffee
Jl. Palagan Tentara Pelajar No.63, Yogyakarta
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Griya Yunika

Conceptually blending the soul of a boutique hotel with a homey, aesthetic social space in the heart of the city, Griya Yunika has officially welcomed the public to its beautifully refreshed sanctuary following its grand reopening. Open daily from 07:00 to 21:00, this hidden gem positions itself as "a home to return to," where visitors can seamlessly transition from a quiet morning espresso to a lingering afternoon conversation.
Griya Yunika
Jl. Gatotkaca No.10, Yogyakarta
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Laman Coffee, Art, and Books

Beautifully fusing the worlds of specialty coffee, creative literacy, and visual arts, Laman Coffee, Art, and Books has officially debuted in the strategic northern enclave of Krawitan, Umbulmartani (Sleman) as one of Yogyakarta’s most unique multi-functional cultural spaces. Intentionally crafted as an inspiring "second home" for local artists, avid readers, and remote professionals, this newly opened sanctuary steps away from the conventional cafe blueprint by integrating an artistic, cozy interior with a tranquil ambiance perfect for deep focus, communal book launches, and art exhibitions.
Laman Coffee, Art, and Books
Krawitan, Umbulmartani, Yogyakarta
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Rey’s A Mediterranean Kitchen

Bringing a sun-kissed slice of Southern Europe to the heart of Java, Rey’s A Mediterranean Kitchen has officially opened its doors as Yogyakarta’s newest culinary sanctuary, welcoming guests daily from 15:00 to 23:00. This beautifully designed venue seamlessly blends a warm, pattern-rich ambiance with a high-energy dining experience, featuring captivating tableside culinary showmanship through their signature live-cooked Rey’s Style Wagyu and Tenderloin.
Rey’s A Mediterranean Kitchen
Jl. Raya Randugowang, Yogyakarta
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Seven Corner Coffee and Space

Seven Corner Coffee and Space establishes itself as a striking, multi-functional lifestyle destination tailored for the city's modern creative collective. This newly unveiled architectural gem masterfully harmonizes a clean, industrial minimalist indoor aesthetic with a sprawling, breeze-kissed outdoor communal area, providing an effortlessly versatile layout that caters to morning remote workers and vibrant late-night gatherings alike.
Seven Corner Coffee and Space
Jl. Kaliurang No.111, Yogyakarta
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