East Jakarta workers! I tried this 'god-tier' WFC spot so you don't have to.
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2026-01-24
Scent Coffee in East Jakarta could be your next go-to work-from-cafe spot. It boasts a stunning, spacious interior and fast, reliable WiFi, making it ideal for a productive afternoon. While the main courses might disappoint, the "divine" Pisang Goreng is an absolute must-try! This guide breaks down all the pros and cons, from the hit-or-miss service to the champion-level snacks, ensuring you know exactly what to order for the perfect visit.
I've been running around East Jakarta a lot lately and was looking for a place to Nongkrong and work. I came across this place, Scent Coffee, on the map with a high rating of 4.8. Seeing how spacious and bright it looked in the photos, I thought, isn't this a WFC paradise?[1] So I went for it without hesitation!
The space is Mantap, but the real surprise is the snacks!
As soon as I walked in, the sense of space was truly Mantap! The ceilings are high, there are large floor-to-ceiling windows, and with the sunlight streaming in, I felt totally Chill. The design has that clean, modern style, and any picture you take looks great.[2] It's divided into an air-conditioned smoking area and a non-smoking area, which is a big plus. The WiFi signal is super stable; I had several tabs open and they all loaded instantly. You could definitely spend an afternoon typing away here with no problem.[3]
I didn't have high hopes for the food at a coffee shop, but the Pisang Goreng[4] recommended by a friend was absolutely divine! The outside is fried to a perfect crisp, but not hard at all, and the banana inside is perfectly ripe, sweet, and soft. This is what champion-level fried banana should be like! Anjay! For my drink, I ordered the Hazelnut Latte[5], which was also pretty good. The hazelnut flavor blended smoothly with the coffee; it's a safe bet.
The main courses are a disaster, and the service is a gamble...
BUT! Friends, here comes the important part. Aside from the fried banana, the main courses are really hard to describe... I tried a bite of my friend's burger, and the patty was so salty I had to chug two mouthfuls of water...[6] Some people also said their palm sugar coffee tastes watered down. I didn't order it, so any of you girls who've had a bad experience with it can share in the comments.
The service is also hit-or-miss. It was fine when I went, but I've heard from friends who encountered grumpy staff and even had to wait an hour for their food.[7] As for the price, a Caramel Macchiato is 36k[8]. For this part of East Jakarta, the value for money really isn't that high.
【Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls】Same old rules, let's get to the key points!
✅ Who is it for?
Office workers living near the East area who are looking for a quiet place with a good atmosphere and fast internet to work. Or if you just want to have afternoon tea with your friends and take some photos. If you're traveling a long way just for the food, then it's a"duck no need."
🍝 What to order?
🚗 How to get there?
A heads-up for you brave souls who drive: there are only about 4 parking spots, first come, first served. If you're on a motorbike, no worries, there's plenty of parking.[9] Oh, by the way, if you're getting takeout, their to-go cups are a bit flimsy, so be careful when you hold them or you might spill it all over yourself.[10]
- Order without thinking: Pisang Goreng[11]! If you don't like it, you can come find me!
- Order with caution: Main courses like burgers, fried rice, etc. Or ask the staff if they can use less salt before you order.
- Worth a try: The latte series coffees.
- Pisang Goreng is next-level! Crispy outside, sweet inside – champion Indonesian fried banana [1].
- Tall windows, sunny spaciousness [2] + super stable WiFi signal [3] = East Jakarta's WFC paradise.
- 4.8 rating for a reason [4]! Clean, modern, insta-worthy vibes – perfect for Chill afternoon tea with friends [5].
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