Found happiness in a 10k meal, but skip the coffee.

Girls, I'm back with another review! Lately, my feed has been flooded with Donat Bahagia, which went viral from Bandung all the way to Jakarta, and they say the queue is at least an hour long. Honestly, I was skeptical at first. I mean, in Jakarta, what kind of viral spot haven't we seen? But my curiosity got the better of me, so I went for it.

I went to the Cipete branch on a weekend afternoon, and wow, the scene... Anjay, it was so crowded I thought they were dropping some limited-edition item. The shop isn't very big and was packed with people; trying to find a seat was basically up to fate. In the open kitchen, the guys were busy as bees, and the air was filled with a sweet, happy aroma.

🍩 The Donuts Are The Real Deal

Let's get to the point: the donuts themselves are definitely the biggest highlight here. The texture is super soft and moist, not greasy at all, and the sweetness is just right. Eating them plain is already Mantap!

I tried a few of the most hyped flavors for you guys:

Overall, the"dough" of their donuts is top-notch, and they are super generous with the fillings and toppings (melimpah), which makes it worth the price.

• Dancow / Milky Attack[1]: A must-order! It's coated with fine milk powder on the outside, and the filling is also rich with a milky flavor. One bite takes you back to the childhood joy of secretly eating milk powder. Sweet tooths, go for it!
• Ubee Donut[2]: A favorite for purple sweet potato lovers! The texture is just as soft, the taro flavor is very prominent, and it's not overly sweet.
• Strawberry Cheesecake: Looks great, very photogenic. But to be honest, both the strawberry and cheesecake flavors were a bit"shy" and not that prominent. It was just okay, I guess[3].

☕️ But, There's Some Real Talk I Have to Share…

📝 As Usual, Here's the Survival Guide!

For those of you who want to check it out, remember these tips. They'll save you half the trouble:

• ⏰ The Time Trick: Want to sit down and eat in a chill way? Please, I beg you, come on a weekday morning! It's quiet, less crowded, you'll get a seat, and you can even see the sunlight streaming in—super suitable for WFC. If you go on weekends or in the evening, be mentally prepared for a long queue[7].
• 🚗 The Parking Puzzle: Parking spots out front are pitifully few, and it's easy to get stuck in traffic on the small road if you drive. Luckily, they offer valet parking, so you can just hand your car over to the attendant[8].
• 🤳 Ordering Process: Very efficient! You can scan a QR code to order online while in line. When it's your turn, just show the QR code at the cashier to pay. This greatly reduces the decision time for the indecisive[9].
• 💰 Payment Note: Important! Bring enough cash or make sure you have money in your GoPay/OVO. They don't accept credit cards (at least they didn't when I went in March)[10].
• 👫 Group Size Suggestion: This place really isn't suitable for a large group gathering. It's just right for two or three friends meeting up for afternoon tea.