A famous Medan bakery brand specializing in bika ambon, a chewy honeycomb‑textured cake available in various flavors, popular as a souvenir.

Compressed rice cakes served with vegetables, curry, and spicy peanut sauce, commonly eaten for breakfast at traditional eateries and street stalls.

Medan‑style egg noodles with wontons, char siu‑style meat, and vegetables, widely available at Chinese noodle shops across the city.

West Sumatran rice dishes with a variety of curries and sides, widely served in Medan at chains like Sederhana and Garuda.

Fresh seafood dishes influenced by the nearby port of Belawan, often cooked with spicy chili sauces and local spices at seafood restaurants in Medan.

A rich coconut‑milk‑based soup with beef or chicken, served with rice, vermicelli, and condiments. Look for it at Soto Kesawan or local warungs around the city.