Mataram City Government to Ban 24-Hour Cafe Operations Due to Noise Complaints
The Mataram City Government plans to issue specific regulations to limit the operating hours of cafes. Consequently, cafes in Mataram will no longer be permitted to operate 24 hours a day.
This step is being taken following the proliferation of coffee shops that remain open until 24 hours. Members of the public have complained about these establishments due to live music performances causing significant noise pollution.
The Mayor of Mataram, Mohan Roliskana, stated that while the city government fundamentally supports the growth of the creative economy sector, regulations are necessary to maintain urban order and public comfort. “We provide sufficient space for the creative economy sector to flourish. However, on the other hand, there are certain aspects we must limit to ensure the atmosphere of comfort is maintained in this city,” Mohan said on Monday (31/8/2026).
The implementation of these operating hour restrictions will not only apply to coffee shops but will also involve nearby street vendors (PKL). “Observing that certain activities are causing social issues, we are taking policy action in the form of regulations that must be agreed upon by managers. Once these instructions are signed, we will immediately begin socialisation,” Mohan emphasised.
Meanwhile, the Head of the Mataram Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Agency (DPMPTSP), Novian Rosmana, noted that the growth of coffee shops has been very rapid recently. The operational restrictions will be implemented from 10:00 to 23:00 WITA.
“Cafe operations will be limited from 10 am until 11 pm. This rule applies to all types of cafes and is effective every day,” Novian stated.
Novian will coordinate with the Mataram Tourism Office (Dispar) and the Mataram Civil Service Police Unit (Satpol PP) for field supervision. The Tourism Office will handle guidance and development, while Satpol PP will be responsible for enforcement.
The Head of Mataram Satpol PP, Irwan Rahadi, explained that the technical regulations regarding crowd control and live music are currently being reviewed by the Legal Division of the Mataram Regional Secretariat. This step refers to Regional Regulation (Perda) Number 25 of 2025 concerning Crowd Permits.
According to Irwan, these technical rules are a response from the Mataram City Government to numerous public reports regarding disturbances caused by loud music and the crowds at cafes or ‘angkringan’ (traditional food stalls) located adjacent to residential areas. “Music is part of entertainment and crowds, and that is what we are limiting, particularly crowds in open spaces. There are many reports from residents, especially regarding food stalls bordering residential areas. If residents are disturbed, we will regulate the time limits,” Irwan explained.