Milk Tea Price Doubled? Never Use Grab at Tiger Boba Jakarta
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2026-01-25
Planning a boba run at Tiger Boba in ITC Mangga Dua? Don't open that delivery app! This article reveals why ordering through Grab could cost you double the in-store price. Discover the shocking price difference and get insider tips for snagging the best deals, like their tempting Matcha Series and free toppings. Learn how to avoid the delivery trap and enjoy your milk tea for the right price at this convenient grab-and-go spot.
Jujur aja (to be honest), today I shopped 'til I dropped at ITC Mangga Dua and just wanted to find a place to Nongkrong and grab a milk tea to recharge. I habitually opened Grab and searched for a nearby Tiger Boba, but the price immediately shocked me awake… 76k for a cup??? Anjay! Did they add gold to it? I'm literally inside the mall, this price is just too ridiculous.
With a head full of questions, I decided to walk over and see for myself. The shop isn't big, just next to the main lobby entrance. It's a typical shopping mall grab-and-go spot, the kind where you buy and leave.
The Promos are Tempting, but the Tricks Run Deeper
When I got closer to look at the menu, I discovered the catch. Lately, their featured Matcha Series[1] has been on promotion. Things like Matcha Boba, Matcha Strawberry, and Matcha Crème Brûlée Pudding all looked Mantap! And when I visited the store, any XL-sized milk tea also came with a limited-time free Crème Brûlée Topping[2]. It would be a crime not to take advantage of a deal like that.
But here's the biggest issue: when I was about to order, I saw the price on the in-store menu was clearly just 38,000 Indonesian Rupiah[3] per cup! That's exactly half the 76k price on Grab! I quickly checked the Google reviews and found that I wasn't the only one who'd experienced this. A Lokal bro had already complained about it in the comments section[4]. This kind of move really kills the vibe, no wonder their Google rating is so low…
A Jakartan Native's Guide to Avoiding the Pitfalls
So, girls, it's not that you can't drink from this shop, but you have to do it with your eyes wide open!
- 1. Always double-check the price before ordering on a delivery app! If you're nearby, I strongly recommend walking directly to the store to buy. The price difference is enough to buy another cup! You have to avoid this trap[5].
- 2. Follow their social media for discounts. Seriously, their marketing game is strong. If you want a good deal, you have to check their IG. They often have discounts on seasonal limited series[6], or promotions like buy-one-get-one-free for new store openings[7]. Don't be a sucker.
- 3. Be clear about the setting. This is a typical"Grab & Go" milk tea spot, perfect for grabbing a drink to quench your thirst and recharge when you're tired from shopping at ITC Mangga Dua. Looking for a place to sit down and Chill for an afternoon? You'd better find another spot.
- Milk tea: 76k on Grab vs. 38k in-store! Don't overpay, this deal is a steal! [1]
- Any XL milk tea gets a free caramel pudding topping! Limited time, don't miss this! [2]
- The matcha series is on promo! Matcha Boba, Strawberry, Caramel Pudding – all sound Mantap! [3]
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