This viral Batam cafe is half magic, half a total miss. Should you risk it?
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2026-03-06
Thinking of visiting Batam's viral Gazoz Cafe? This trendy spot is a true hit-or-miss experience. While helmed by a Le Cordon Bleu chef, the food can be polarizing. Discover the absolute must-try dishes, like the stunning Coconut Agogo dessert and a rich truffle croissant that are worth the hype. This guide also reveals which items to avoid—from weak coffee to inconsistent pasta—so you can decide if this photogenic cafe is worth the price and the potential queue.
Girls, just got back from Batam and I have to talk about this Gazoz Cafe that's been blowing up on Xiaohongshu and IG!
Before my trip, I saw it had a high score of 4.8 stars on Google, and the head chef is a Le Cordon Bleu graduate with over a decade of experience in Australia[1], so my expectations were sky-high. But after actually trying it, my feelings are a bit mixed. How should I put it... Anjay, it was half heaven, and the other half... well, you know.
Let's start with the good stuff, these dishes are seriously Mantap!
The ambiance is a huge plus right when you walk in. It's a two-story space with high ceilings and amazing natural light. The decor is a clean and comfortable modern style[2], perfect for coming with your girls to Nongkrong for an afternoon. Totally great for taking photos.
Highlights, you can order these without a second thought:
🥥 Coconut Agogo[3]: The absolute best! A must-order! It's shaped like a realistic-looking coconut. Crack it open to find a cool coconut mousse, chewy sago, and a sweet and sour passion fruit jam. The textures are incredibly rich, and it's not cloyingly sweet at all—so refreshing you could have another one!
🥐 Truffle Croissant[4]: Truffle lovers, you have to get this! The sauce is super generous, and the truffle flavor is so rich it's intoxicating. Paired with a croissant that's so flaky it falls apart, every bite is pure satisfaction.
🦀 Chilli Crab Scrambled Egg On Toast[5]: This one is really interesting. It's not the sweet and spicy sauce you find in Singapore, but an authentic Indonesian-style spicy crab sauce. The heat is very direct. Paired with scrambled eggs and toast, it's super addictive! Be cautious if you can't handle spice, but if you love spicy food, you'll absolutely die for this.
Now for the complaints, definitely avoid these landmines
Although the good points are outstanding, the downsides are just as obvious...
The beef was good, but the Italian potato dumplings in the Potato Gnocchi with Pulled Beef[6] had a texture that was a bit too firm. It's not the soft and chewy type that I prefer, and it felt a bit heavy after a few bites.
Also, for the Spaghetti Al Granchio (Crab Meat Pasta)[7], they were quite generous with the crab meat, but the spaghetti in our portion felt a bit undercooked. Not sure if it was just a one-off.
My biggest complaint is the coffee[8], it was just too weak... For someone like me who runs on coffee, it felt like drinking coffee-flavored water. It didn't wake me up at all.
A Straightforward Guide & What to Avoid
Alright, here's the no-fluff summary. If you're planning to go, save this now!
💰 About the price: To be honest, it's in the mid-to-high range for Batam. It costs about 140k-250k Indonesian Rupiah per person[9], which is almost on par with Singapore prices. But the good thing is that the portions are huge[10]. Two girls can easily share one main course, so when you think about it that way, the value for money is actually decent.
👍 Ordering recommendations: For dessert, the Coconut Agogo is a must-order! For mains, if you like spicy food, get the chili crab scrambled eggs. If you like rich flavors, get the truffle croissant.
💣 What to avoid: Don't have high expectations for the coffee. The gnocchi and spaghetti depend on personal preference; you can give them a try if you like a firmer texture.
⏰ Queue warning: This place is super popular right now, so expect a queue during weekend meal times! We arrived on a Sunday before it opened, and there were already two groups ahead of us[11]. If you want to chill a bit more, go on a weekday or get there right when it opens.
- Coconut Agogo: A realistic shell with cool mousse, chewy sago & passion fruit jam. Refreshing, light, and addictively good [1]!
- Chilli Crab Scrambled Egg On Toast: Authentic Indonesian chili crab sauce on creamy eggs. Addictively spicy—a must for spice fans!
- A sun-drenched, 2-story modern space with high ceilings. Perfect for an afternoon of Nongkrong and photos with friends [2].
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