4.8 on Google, but the toilet almost killed me… This Semarang spot is something else.
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2026-03-05
Discover Posin in Semarang, a stylish spot with a stellar 4.8 Google rating. Formerly the legendary Imperial Bakery, it boasts a huge, beautiful space perfect for gatherings. Don't miss the melt-in-your-mouth Dory Fish or their signature Pao buns! But be warned: while the food and ambiance are fantastic, the article reveals some shocking downsides, including a "cursed" toilet and non-existent WiFi. Find out what makes this popular restaurant so uniquely polarizing and if it's worth the visit.
Honestly, I'd heard a lot about this place, Posin, even before coming to Semarang, after all, it used to be the legendary old shop, Imperial Bakery[1], and now it's been upgraded into a super impressive building. It has over two thousand reviews on Google with a 4.8 rating[2], so I thought there was no way it could go wrong, right? But then... after I took a trip to the restroom, I almost had a mental breakdown on the spot... Anjay! The contrast is just on another level 😵💫
But to be fair, aside from that "cursed" toilet, the rest of the experience was pretty Mantap. The space is genuinely huge and stylishly decorated. The first floor is a bakery with an amazing aroma, and the second floor has beautifully decorated private rooms, super suitable for family dinners or small gatherings with friends[3]. You don't have to worry about crowds at all; you can comfortably Chill for an entire afternoon.
There were a lot of us, so we ordered a variety of dishes. I really have to praise the Dory Fish[4]; it was so tender it melted in my mouth, no exaggeration! The Mutton Fried Rice[5] was also quite good, with a great wok-fried aroma. Of course, we can't forget their signature item—the Signature Buns, Pao[6]! I tried the red bean and mung bean fillings. The fillings were super generous, and the texture was amazing. Truly lives up to the old shop's specialty, yummy!
OK, back to the downsides. That toilet... I really don't want to recall it. The hygiene situation is hard to describe in words. I'd advise everyone not to go unless absolutely necessary[7]. Also, the WiFi signal here is practically non-existent, so for any girls thinking of working here, you can forget about it[8]. The prices are on the mid-to-high side, and the taste is worth the price, but some friends felt the restaurant's menu was a bit limited[9]. Hopefully, the owner can add more dishes.
Editor's Highlights (TL;DR Version)
Overall, it's a place with very clear pros and cons. But for the ambiance and consistently good food, it's still worth a visit～
- Who is it for? Family dinners, friends' Nongkrong sessions. The space is definitely big enough, not crowded.
- How's the parking? Don't worry, there's a huge parking lot in the basement, super convenient if you're driving[10].
- What to order? Can't go wrong with: Dory Fish, Mutton Fried Rice, and all kinds of Pao (buns). The items from the bakery section are also consistently good.
- What to avoid? Don't have any expectations for the WiFi, and please be mentally prepared before going to the toilet...
- Formerly the legendary Imperial Bakery[1], now a huge, spacious spot. Great for family meals or just to Chill with friends.
- Melt-in-your-mouth Dory Fish and Lamb Fried Rice with amazing wok hei. You can't go wrong ordering anything!
- Their signature Pao are packed with amazing red bean & mung bean filling. The original shop's specialty for a reason, yummy![2]
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