Rumah Kopi Sibu Sibu, Ambon — Restaurant in Ambon

Rumah Kopi Sibu-Sibu is a cosy, old-school coffee shop in the heart of Ambon, known for its warm atmosphere filled with music memorabilia and occasional live performances. The place attracts both locals and tourists, creating a lively yet relaxed vibe. The staff are friendly and helpful, making visitors feel welcome. The menu offers local-style coffee and tea, including Ambon’s famous spiced coffee, along with simple fried snacks and traditional cookies that pair well with the drinks. While the cleanliness is fair and parking can be difficult due to its central street location, the overall experience is enjoyable. Prices are reasonable, and the café’s nostalgic charm makes it a lovely spot to unwind and experience a touch of Ambon’s local culture. Overall, it’s a...

Their best menu (Nasi Kelapa) is always out of stock. You'll need to come before 8AM to get a piece. Everything else, which is usually either Soto or Nasi goreng is too bland for Indonesian tongue. Maybe it's because they usually cater for tourists so everything is watered down.

Their coffee and milk is ok. Not the best, just ok.

Their traditional snacks are good and are usually available till late night. Toasts are also good.

Best part is the cheap beer and the atmosphere. The patrons and staff makes it homy...and there's open mic every night (I think).

Overall it's a good and...

Great atmosphere, great oldy worldy arty deco. Had brekky here ... local lakhsa and kopi tubruk ... very nice and decent price.

Came back at night for a beer after a very poor dinner across the road at Cili Padi. Again, love the place. Only issues were the beggars pestering clients (obviously cos it's a tourist hangout), they didnt have Bintang, only Anker beer (poor beer and it was flat so very old), and the live music with echo box is way too loud to the point of being annoying cos u cant hold a conversation ... but between sets, i.e. music free,...