Who says pawnshops only have old watches? This shop is half coffee aroma, half the smell of money
qponx
2026-03-06
Discover The Gade, a unique coffee shop with a surprising pawnshop twist! This spacious, modern café is a paradise for digital nomads, offering a chill atmosphere, plenty of power outlets, and separate smoking areas. While the prices are geared towards professionals and you'll need to bring your own snacks, the quality coffee and clever concept make it the perfect spot to get work done. It’s an ideal choice for a productive afternoon or a quiet meeting.
Honestly, when my friend asked me to meet at this place called 'The Gade', I was stunned. It has a high score of 4.7 on Google[1], but when I looked it up, Gade? Isn't that the state-owned pawnshop, Pegadaian? Anjay, is the side hustle game this intense now? I thought I'd be hit with the smell of old, musty things, but instead... my perception was completely overturned!
The moment I walked in, I realized this was no pawnshop; it's clearly a paradise tailor-made for Digital Nomads like us. The space is huge, decorated in a clean and simple modern style, and the atmosphere is very Chill. I took a look around, and the power outlets next to each booth are perfectly arranged[2]—a total lifesaver for those with battery anxiety! The most Mantap part is that they actually have separate smoking and non-smoking areas[3]. No more being forced to breathe in secondhand smoke, I have to give them props for this.
The selection of coffee and drinks is quite extensive[4], and the taste is on point, not the kind of stuff they just whip up carelessly. The most interesting thing is the slogan on the wall: "Ngopi Lagi Gade Lagi"[5] (Coffee again, pawn again). It lets you enjoy your coffee while reminding you to make money and manage your finances. This idea is just next level, so catchy, hahaha!
But let's be real, the prices aren't exactly friendly for students[6]. I feel like their target audience is us office workers who are grinding away and the big clients from the pawnshop next door, haha. Another small complaint is that they don't sell any snacks![7] I was craving a snack so badly. Luckily, the staff member said I could bring my own, otherwise I probably couldn't have stayed.
Quick Summary & Visiting Guide
- Who is it for? Definitely the top choice for people looking for a quiet place to work or have meetings. It's also great for couples on a date or friends who want to Nongkrong, as the environment is comfortable.
- What's the budget? Get your wallet ready, it's not student-priced[8]. If you think of it as a paid co-working space, you'll feel better about it.
- What to eat and drink? Order any drink you like, you can't go wrong. But remember to bring your own snacks![9] They don't mind, they're very easygoing.
- Which seat to grab? I recommend grabbing a booth by the window. The lighting is good, the outlets are convenient[10], and you can work all afternoon without any issues.
- A chic cafe [1] in Indonesia's state-owned pawnshop Pegadaian—a paradise for Digital Nomads.
- The catchy slogan 'Ngopi Lagi Gade Lagi' [2] ("Drink Coffee, Pawn Again") is a wild contrast, telling you to hustle as you chill.
- Power outlets [3] at every seat & separate smoking/non-smoking zones [4] are a lifesaver for battery anxiety and smoke haters.
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