God-Tier Ice Cream, Skip the Mains! I Come to This 87-Year-Old Jakarta Shop for One Thing Only.
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2026-01-24
Step back in time at a legendary Jakarta ice cream parlor with a cozy, 90s-era vibe. This spot is famous for one thing: its incredible old-school "Jadul" ice cream. Indulge in must-try alcoholic flavors like the signature Rum and Raisin or unique treats like the Pezzidurri. While the desserts are divine, the article strongly suggests skipping the main courses. It's the perfect nostalgic hideaway for a sweet treat and a chill afternoon with friends or family.
Every time I come to Kelapa Gading, it's like opening a blind box, and this time I actually dug up a legendary ice cream shop that started in 1987![1] Anjay, it's older than me!
It's not one of those all-white, minimalist styles that are all over Instagram. Instead, it gives you the illusion of traveling back to an Indonesian family's living room in the 90s. The old sofas, the courtyard full of green plants, the lazy jazz music floating in the air—the whole vibe is just a capital"Homey" and"Chill"[2], perfect for bringing your family or meeting up with old friends to Nongkrong for an afternoon.
The ice cream is the absolute star of the show, no arguments accepted!
Girls, take my advice: when you come here, go straight for the ice cream, don't take any detours!
The ice cream here isn't like Italian Gelato; it's a more solid,"Jadul" old-school style. The texture is super smooth, and the sweetness is just right. You can clearly taste that it's handmade with natural ingredients.[3]
Must-Order List:
- Alcoholic Series: The star of the signature items has to be the Rum and Raisin Ice Cream[4]! The balance between the alcohol and the creamy flavor is just perfect, giving you a slight buzz that's so addictive. The Baileys and Vodka flavors in the same series are also super unique. This is the kind of happiness only adults can understand!
- Specialty Desserts: You have to try the little thing called Pezzidurri[5]. It's an ice cream ball coated with a layer of chocolate and cornflakes, making the texture incredibly rich and layered! There's also the Crispy Crepes that come with the ice cream; they stay crispy even after the ice cream melts, Mantap!
Let's get real (a quiet complaint)
Alright, enough with the praise, let's talk turkey. This place has very distinct pros and cons.
The ice cream is divine, but the main courses... emmm... are seriously a letdown. I peeked at the steak and soup on the next table, and they looked like they came from a frozen meal packet. The taste is average but the price is on the high side[6], so it's not a good value for money. So, if you're specifically coming for a big meal, I'd advise you to think twice.
The service can also be a bit hit-or-miss. Most of the staff are friendly, but I've also seen people complain that the waiters were unresponsive[7]. Maybe they're just busy during peak hours. Oh, and by the way, the hygiene of the second-floor restroom is also just so-so. It's a bit stuffy[8], so neat freaks should enter with caution.
Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls & TL;DR Summary
Alright, your class rep is here to highlight the key points for you, just follow these and you'll be fine!
✅ In a nutshell: For the ice cream, go for it! For a full meal, don't bother!
🚗 Getting There: For those of you driving, no worries, there's plenty of parking. I suggest turning in from the small road next to Lottemart, otherwise, Google Maps might make you do a bunch of crazy U-turns.[9]
💰 About the Price: A single serving of ice cream is around 35k-61k IDR, which is very reasonable. As for the main courses... well, they're just so-so.
👨👩👧👦 Who Should Come: Nostalgia lovers, family gatherings, casual hangouts with friends, or just you, looking for a quiet place to enjoy some dessert.[10]
All in all, if you treat it as a dedicated"old-school ice cream and dessert shop" to check out, the experience will be absolutely top-notch
- Rum Raisin Ice Cream[1]: Boozy, balanced, super smooth "Jadul" old-school flavor![2]
- Ditch the hype! It's a 90s Indonesian family living room with pure "Homey" and "Chill" vibes[3].
- Must-try: Pezzidurri[4] (chocolate cornflake-coated, textural ice cream) and the crispy crepe that stays crunchy even melted. Mantap!
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