If you love spicy food, Nasi Tempong Indra in Denpasar is a must-try. This warung is famous for serving Banyuwangi-style nasi tempong with a raw sambal so hot it literally “slaps” you — which is exactly what tempong means in the Osing language. The setting is simple and lively, a favorite among locals and East Java transplants craving home flavors.

What Is Nasi Tempong?

Nasi tempong is a plate of warm rice served with fresh vegetables like basil, cabbage, cucumber, and boiled long beans. The sides vary from fried tofu and tempeh to salted fish, chicken, and fried fish. The star is the sambal tempong — a raw sambal of bird’s eye chili, tomato, shrimp paste, and lime, coarsely ground for a fresh yet blazing kick.

Menu and Price Range

Prices here are very affordable, perfect for a budget dinner:

Chicken nasi tempong: around Rp25,000–35,000
Fish/fried side nasi tempong: around Rp20,000–30,000
Special menu (grilled fish/egg): around Rp30,000–40,000

Portions are filling and you can refill the vegetables. Don’t forget iced tea or orange juice to cool down the heat.

Tips for Enjoying

Come early because the warung often has a queue, especially at dinnertime.
Ask for a spice level you can handle — the standard sambal is already very hot for the uninitiated.
Best eaten hot on the spot so the fried sides stay crispy.

Practical Info & Reservations

Google Maps Location: View on Google Maps
How to order: visit the warung directly, or order via GoFood/GrabFood for delivery.
Opening hours: generally afternoon until late night.
Price range: around Rp20,000–40,000 per portion.
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