Waited 30 mins for THIS? I tried South Jakarta's 'Space Capsule' ice cream to see if it's a bust.
qponx
2026-01-24
Is South Jakarta's viral "space capsule" ice cream shop worth the long wait? This review dives into the futuristic, but tiny, spot known for its wild and creative flavors. Discover which unique scoops are a must-try, like the refreshing Strawberry Torch Ginger, and which ones fall flat. Find out if this trendy, pricey dessert lives up to the social media hype or is better left for a quick photo-op. It's a spot for adventurous eaters, not for chilling with friends.
Anjay! Last weekend I went to Blok M and saw a long line in front of a shop from way far away, I almost thought some celebrity had made a surprise appearance. Getting closer, whoa, it was an ice cream shop. The storefront was designed like a silver space capsule, the futuristic vibe was off the charts, no wonder the entrance was packed with trendy guys and girls snapping away on their phones.
After queuing for almost half an hour under the hot Jakarta sun[1], I swear, if it wasn't good, I was gonna lose it...
A pleasant surprise or a nasty shock?
The moment I walked in, a blast of cold air hit me, but the space was also ridiculously small![2] The main color scheme of silver, white, and black was visually cool, but it got stuffy and crowded once more people came in. It was hard to even find a spot to sit down and Chill, basically a"standing room only" experience.
Back to the ice cream itself. There were so many flavors that my indecisiveness kicked in, and the names were wilder than the next. You can try them before you buy[3], which is a big plus!
I blindly picked two flavors:
🍓 Strawberry Torch Ginger (Strawberry Kecombrang Nipis)[4]: Highly recommend this one! The unique, fresh botanical aroma of Kecombrang, mixed with the sweet and sour notes of strawberry and lime, the sweetness was just right, and it was super refreshing. With the first bite, the sweltering heat from queuing instantly melted away, Mantap!
🌰 Pistachio (Pistachio)[5]: This one... well, how do I put it... it's a bit hard to describe. I took a bite full of anticipation, but a strange artificial sweetener aftertaste shot straight to my head, completely overpowering the nutty aroma that pistachio should have. The texture was also a bit icy and not creamy enough. Friends, I took one for the team on this one.
I heard there's also an adventurous flavor called Maple Beef Jerky (Maple Beef Ham)[6]. Fans of sweet and savory combos or adventurous eaters can give it a try, but I didn't dare to this time...
So, is it worth it?
Honestly, the reviews for its flavors are very polarized. Some people absolutely love its wild creativity and non-cloying texture, while others feel it doesn't live up to the name and is just social media hype. At around 50,000 IDR per scoop, it's almost as expensive as gelato, so the value for money isn't exactly high.
If you're looking for a place to Nongkrong and chat with friends, then I'd advise you to skip it, because the place is just too crowded. But if you're an ice cream lover who enjoys trying new and unique flavors, then its creative options are still worth a try.
A Guide to Visiting (Quick, take notes!)
Finally, for the girls who want to check it out, here are a few no-nonsense tips:
- Time: Definitely don't go on a weekend afternoon! If you don't want to wait in line, go on a weekday or rush over right when it opens.
- Mindset: Be prepared to eat standing up or get it to-go. Don't get your hopes up for a seat.
- Parking: If you're driving, you can park at the nearby Blok M Plaza[7], but parking spots can be tight there too.
- Portion: The portions are quite generous. For girls with smaller appetites, sharing three scoops between two people is enough[8].
- Little Easter Egg: Don't be in a hurry to throw away your cup after you're done. I heard there are cute free stickers hidden at the bottom![9] The shop also provides free drinking water.
- Queue 30 mins for Strawberry Torch Ginger ice cream! Unique botanical-fruity blend, Jakarta's heat relief [1][2].
- "Dark" flavors like Maple Beef Jerky challenge palates! Intrigues sweet/savory fans; polarized reviews add mystery [3].
- Futuristic silver spaceship design draws trendy crowds for pics [4]. Find a free sticker at cup's bottom [5].
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