Who Still Trusts Google Ratings? This 4.8-Star Lampung Spot Is Just an Instagram Trap.
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2026-03-06
Thinking of visiting the 4.8-star Bun Kopi Pahoman in Lampung? You might want to read this first. While the café boasts a stunning, photogenic garden, the experience is a letdown. This review exposes the reality behind the high rating: excruciatingly long waits, terrible food described as salty and dry, and poor service with sneaky upcharges. It's an "Instagram trap" best avoided by anyone who is actually hungry or values a good dining experience.
Girls, take it from me! If you're in Lampung and come across this café called Bun Kopi Pahoman, and you're tempted by all the beautiful pictures of its lush green garden, you have to hold your horses!
I'm the sucker who excitedly rushed over because of its 4.8 high score on Google[1], only to almost die of hunger and anger inside. Anjay!
Filter vs. Reality, How Big is the Gap?
To be fair, the ambiance is truly Mantap. The outdoor area is surrounded by greenery, and with the sunlight streaming in, any corner is super photogenic, perfect for coming with your besties to Nongkrong and take pictures[2]. Seeing the vibe, I thought I had made the right choice and happily sat down to order.
And then, the nightmare began.
After ordering, I scrolled on my phone until the battery died. The table next to us, who arrived later, already got their food, but there was still no sign of ours. I urged three different waiters, and each one gave me a "what's the rush?" look and said, "it's being made." We ended up waiting for an hour and a half[3]! I was so done. Are they concocting an elixir or just frying some rice?
When the food finally arrived, the taste was... hard to describe. My friend's Nasi Goreng Cumi was so salty we suspected the chef had knocked over the salt shaker. As for my Nasi Chicken Salted Egg[4], the chicken was dry and hard, so tough it was like chewing on wood. Even the rice didn't feel fresh, like it was leftover from the day before[5]. The drinks also sucked. The Matcha Latte was cloyingly sweet, you couldn't taste the matcha at all.
Service? Non-existent
The biggest turn-off wasn't the long wait, but the staff's attitude. The cashier had a poker face the entire time, like I owed her a million bucks[6]. When ordering, they also automatically used the more expensive oat milk for you without asking first. I only found out I was upcharged when I paid the bill[7]. What a shady move, right?
Also, for those of you on motorcycles, be aware that parking costs 3,000 Rupiah[8]. The parking attendant was also quite rude, so don't let a small fee like that ruin your day.
My Honest Guide to Avoiding This Trap 📝
✨ Who is this place for?
Friends who just want a place to take photos, aren't in a hurry, aren't hungry, and have zero expectations for the food. The garden view here is indeed decent. Just order a simple iced Americano and sit for a bit.
💣 Who should absolutely avoid this place?
Those who are hungry and want a proper meal, impatient people, and friends who have standards for service and taste—promise me, just run! Don't believe its inflated rating!
Key Takeaways:
- 1. NEVER go during meal times, or you'll seriously be waiting until the end of time[9].
- 2. Basically every single dish is a miss. If you absolutely must go, I suggest just ordering bottled water.
- 3. Some of the seats are wobbly, and the restroom is quite dirty[10], so my fellow neat freaks should enter with caution.
- 4. Check your bill carefully when you pay, and watch out for being automatically upgraded to more expensive options
- The open-air garden is a vibe—super photogenic with lush greenery and sunlight. Amazing for photos. [1]
- Don't trust the 4.8 Google score; it's an inflated rating. Expect long waits for disappointing food. Huge letdown!
- Motorcycle parking is IDR 3,000, but the parking attendant is super aggressive. Bad vibe from the start. [2]
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