A "God-tier" shop with 4.7 stars on Google, but the coffee is lukewarm?
qponx
2026-03-06
Ever wonder if a 4.7-star Google rating lives up to the hype? This article dives into a popular Padang Panjang cafe, a local favorite for over nine years with its own roastery. Discover its chill, two-story atmosphere perfect for hanging out. But be warned: the review confirms complaints of lukewarm coffee and a potential rush from staff near closing. Get the honest scoop on this "god-tier" spot to see if the pros outweigh the cons before you visit.
Before coming to Padang Panjang, my lokal friend was hyping this place up like crazy, saying it's a must-visit for Nongkrong. I couldn't resist looking it up, and with a high score of 4.7 stars on Google[1] from over 270 reviews, it really looked Mantap.
But! I also came across a complaint saying their coffee is lukewarm... I just had to come and test the waters myself! 🤨
First-hand Experience, A Mix of Pros and Cons
The shop isn't big, but it has two floors, giving it a bit of a neighborhood cafe vibe. It was quite crowded on a weekend afternoon, and the first floor was basically full. I headed straight to the second floor and found a corner to sit in. The atmosphere was indeed pretty Chill[2], perfect for chatting with friends or just zoning out on your own.
I ordered a Cappuccino[3], which appears a lot on their Instagram. The latte art was decent, but after the first sip, I was like, Anjay… It was really lukewarm[4]! Not scalding, not even hot, just that tepid feeling, like it had been sitting out for ten minutes after being made. A bit of a letdown.
To be fair, you could tell from the aroma that the beans themselves are good, after all, they have their own roastery. As a veteran shop that's been open for over nine years[5], to be able to gather so many "Friends of Bakedai," it must have something special. Maybe I was just unlucky? Or maybe their quality control is inconsistent? I'll leave that for you all to find out.
A Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls: Must-Read Before You Go
- Drink Temperature: If you're a "hot drinks must be scalding" person like me, you can make a special request when ordering, or just lower your expectations.
- Arrival Time: For those who want to go, take note: although they stay open pretty late, some friends have said that as closing time approaches around 11 PM, the staff might rush you to leave[6], even if there are still people sitting downstairs. So if you're planning an evening visit, don't arrive right at the last minute; it's safer to go a bit earlier. Got it?
- A 9+ year community cafe in Padang Panjang. A local-certified Nongkrong spot with a 4.7 Google rating (270+ reviews). [1][2]
- Super Chill vibe, perfect for chats with friends or just spacing out solo with a coffee. [3]
- In-house roasted coffee beans with a great aroma. Go see if their brew is your style.
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