Empal Gentong Bu Darma — Restaurant in Cirebon

Empal Gentong Bu Darma is one of the most underrated spots in town for enjoying the classic Cirebon delicacy. Known for its thick, rich, and flavorful soup, this humble eatery deserves more recognition among food enthusiasts.

The empal gentong here is nothing short of exceptional. The soup is thick, rich, and flavoured, perfectly complementing the tender meat and jeroan (offal). Each bite is a testament to the authenticity and expertise of preparing this dish. For anyone visiting Cirebon, this is a must-try experience.

The ambience at Bu Darma’s is lively and bustling, especially during peak hours. While it can feel hectic when crowded, the vibrant atmosphere adds to the charm of enjoying local food in its most authentic setting.

It’s important to note that this eatery only accepts cash, so be prepared. The straightforward and unpretentious setup focuses entirely on delivering great food rather than frills.

Empal Gentong Bu Darma is a hidden gem that deserves a spot on every food lover’s itinerary when visiting Cirebon. Its rich and tasty soup, generous portions of meat and jeroan, and authentic local vibe make it a delightful culinary experience. Just remember to bring cash and be ready to embrace the...

For me this is the best empal gentong in Cirebon! Perfect saltiness and full with goodness deliciousness. If you come in the morning, I came around 8am, they still have complete pieces, my fav are tripe and cartilage. But don't go too early. Although google said they open at 7, I once got there at 7.30 and they just started. But with that much deliciousness, well worth the wait. I got 3.5 portion of empal (1 portion for takeaway 😉), 1 lontong and 1 bottled tea,...

Their food actually is awesome. No hard to chew meat or innards and the soup is rich. They provide chilli powder to spice up your food and they also provide nice satay. Add ox skin chip as a condiment and it's perfect. But their service isn't that good but can't complain much for this kind of place. The ambience also quite hectic when it's crowded. Overall, if you priorities your palate over comfort then it's a...