150k per person: What's left at Gormeteria besides photos and Thai milk crepe?
qponx
2026-02-01
Gormeteria in Bandung is a visual feast, famous for its stunning, Instagram-worthy decor and divine desserts. While the Thai Tea Mille Crepe is a showstopper you can't miss, this review gives a heads-up about the main courses, which are often described as salty and disappointing. This popular spot is perfect for afternoon tea and photos, but remember to book ahead, go cashless, and maybe skip the steak. It's a beautiful place best enjoyed for its sweets and ambiance.
Every time I come to Bandung, my social media feed is flooded with this Gormeteria, dubbed Bandung's 'it place'[1]. It feels like a wasted trip if you don't go. Honestly, before this visit, my expectations were sky-high.
Stepping inside, I was indeed amazed. It's a blend of industrial vintage and forest fantasy. Every corner is meticulously decorated, and the lighting creates a fantastic ambiance. Every casual shot turns into a masterpiece. No wonder it's so popular.[2] 📸
Cakes are Divine, Main Courses are a Trap?
After sitting down, I first ordered an appetizer, French Baked Snails (Escargot)[3]. This was truly Mantap! The butter garlic aroma was incredibly rich, and the snail meat was also very tender and springy. It immediately whetted my appetite.
But the star of the show here has to be the highly raved Thai Tea Mille Crepe[4]. Girls, this cake is seriously good! The tea flavor is rich, the sweetness is just right, and it's not at all cloying. The accompanying boba is also a great bonus. No exaggeration, I'd come back just for this cake.
BUT! Here comes the twist... The main course part was truly hard to describe. I ordered an Australian Strip Loin, but when it arrived, not only was it a bit overcooked, the meat was also tough, making my jaw ache from chewing, and the seasoning was way too salty... 🥲[5] I asked my friends, and their seafood main courses were also a bit of a miss. The general feedback was that it was salty[6]. It feels like the chef here has some misunderstanding about salt? And I've also heard of people finding plastic in their cakes... Anjay, this hygiene situation is a bit concerning[7].
Must-Read Guide Before You Go 📝
So, for my friends who want to check it out, here's the honest truth:
Alright, mission accomplished! Do you think Gormeteria is worth the price? Let's chat in the comments! 👇
- Adjust your expectations: Just treat it as a 'dessert + afternoon tea + photo spot'. Please lower your expectations for the main courses to the absolute minimum.
- Book in advance: This place is incredibly popular, especially on weekends! If you don't want to wait endlessly at the entrance, you absolutely must book in advance![8]
- Ditch driving: Parking spaces are pitifully few and extremely narrow. Even veteran drivers get headaches. It's recommended to just take Grab/Gojek there; it's hassle-free and saves effort.[9]
- Cashless: Note! They absolutely do not accept cash here! They only accept bank cards or QRIS scan payments.[10]
- Other TIPS: During peak hours, there might be a 2-hour dining limit. Also, there are no pictures on the menu, so ordering relies entirely on your imagination or just asking the waitstaff for recommendations![11]
- Bandung's industrial retro/forest fantasy 'it place' is pure vibe! Every corner's a viral photo op [1].
- Their Thai milk tea crepe cake is divine! Rich tea, chewy boba. Worth revisiting Bandung for [2].
- Desserts are divine, yet mains are jaw-achingly salty [3][4]. This extreme contrast is the real curiosity!
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