Loloan Barat Ramadan Market Remains Busy, but Traders' Turnover Drops

Loloan Barat Ramadan Market in Negara District, Jembrana Regency, Bali, has again become a favourite for residents seeking takjil and buka puasa dishes. Although the crowds remain, traders say sales turnover has declined compared with last year.

DetikBali observed at the site on Sunday, 8 March 2026, that dozens of takjil sellers crowded along Jalan Semangka, Terusan neighbourhood, Loloan Barat village. Since 16:00 WITA, the area towards Kampung Muslim Loloan had already been swarmed by visitors.

A variety of culinary offerings were available, ranging from refreshing ice desserts, kolak, porridge, to a range of savoury dishes. Yet among the many menu items, Kue Kopyor remains the main target, always selling out in an instant. The sweet snack typical of Kampung Loloan, wrapped in banana leaves, has a soft texture, making it ideal to break the fast.

“There are unique items that only appear during the holy month, like the Kopyor snacks. Very suitable for breaking the fast because of their soft texture and sweetness. So they are sought after,” said a resident, Sahratul Fai’qoh (26).

The market’s uniqueness lies not only in its food but also in its tolerant atmosphere. Visitors come not only from Muslim communities but also non-Muslim residents who enthusiastically enjoy the Ramadan atmosphere.

Ni Komang Sariani (38), a Lelateng resident, said she was very helped by the spontaneous market. For her, the takjil market is a practical solution after work. “After finishing work, I’m usually unsure what to cook for dinner. If there are takjil sellers, there are many options. From savoury to sweet treats are available,” Sari said.

The market’s presence also brings blessings to the local economy. Faisha (51), known as Pak Is, one of the traders, said all traders at this market are native Loloan residents. The selling system is also quite unique, whereby nearby residents who cook at home can consign their wares to the stalls provided.

But according to Pak Is, this year’s Ramadan has not been as busy as last year. The turnover has dropped. “We do not cook everything ourselves, so some items are consigned. In terms of turnover, it averages more than Rp 5 million per day. Last year it could reach Rp 7-8 million,” Pak Is explained.

Pak Is said buyer enthusiasm this year remains high and steady since the first day of fasting. “Alhamdulillah, always crowded just like in previous years,” he concluded.