Martabak Surabaya: Verified Best Picks
Ever wondered why Surabaya locals argue passionately about square versus round martabak? The city’s martabak scene is exploding with creative spins on the classic sweet and savory pancakes, from square-shaped innovations to butter-drenched versions that Instagram loves. After checking every verified spot, MARKOTAK leads the pack with a perfect 5★ rating for reinventing the shape game.
MARKOTAK - Martabak & Terang Bulan Kotak
💎 Hidden GemWhy it’s trending
Martabak Surabaya isn’t your standard street food anymore. New spots are pushing boundaries with unconventional shapes, premium toppings, and butter kings competing for the richest, most indulgent bites. Social media has turned these thick pancakes into shareable content gold, with locals hunting down the next viral flavor combination across neighborhoods from Tambaksari to Rungkut.
Verified Best Picks
| Rank | Place | Rating | Reviews | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MARKOTAK – Martabak & Terang Bulan Kotak$$ · 🕐 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM · 🥡 takeout | 5★ | 78 | Square-shaped innovation with flawless ratings in Tambaksari |
| 2 | Martabak Arion – Rungkut🕐 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM · 🥡 takeout | 4.9★ | 81 | Near-perfect scores from Rungkut regulars who swear by consistency |
| 3 | Martabak Lippo$$ · 🕐 5:45 PM – 12:00 AM · 🥡 takeout | 4.8★ | 192 | Solid neighborhood favorite in Gubeng with devoted following |
| 4 | Holland Martabak Terang Bulan$$ · 🕐 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM · 🥡 takeout | 4.6★ | 645 | Most reviewed spot proves staying power at Wonokitri Indah |
| 5 | Martabak Sinar Ibu Alan Surabaya$$ · 🕐 3:00 – 11:00 PM · 🥡 takeout | 4.5★ | 383 | Old-school reputation keeps crowds coming to Dukuh Kupang |
| 6 | ButterKing Terang Bulan Butter$$ · 🕐 3:00 – 9:30 PM · 🥡 takeout | 4.4★ | 964 | Butter-obsessed destination with nearly 1,000 reviews backing the hype |



Good to Know
- Evening hours (after 5 PM) bring the freshest batches and biggest crowds – arrive early or embrace the wait 🕐
- Sweet martabak (terang bulan) typically outsells savory versions, but try both if you’re new to the scene
- Cash works everywhere. Some spots take mobile payments but don’t count on it
- The square shape at MARKOTAK isn’t just gimmicky – easier to share and less messy to eat 📦
These verified spots prove Surabaya takes its martabak seriously, from experimental shapes to butter overload – which style would you pick first?
Verified via Google Maps – real ratings.