1-Hour Wait for a Viral Korean Waffle? An Honest Roast of Waffle Khan's Yefeng New City Debut
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2026-01-25
Is the viral Korean spot Waffle Khan worth the hour-long wait? This honest review dives into the new Kelapa Gading location. Discover why the savory options like the Pepperoni Pizza waffle are a must-try, while the classic sweet waffles might disappoint with their cold, hard texture. Get the full scoop on the K-Pop vibe, hefty portions, and pricing, plus essential tips on birthday promos and how to get your waffle served hot.
Friends, you feel me?! This new Waffle Khan that just opened in Kelapa Gading is so popular that the queue can be an hour long[1]. I heard it's a viral spot from Korea with over 150 branches[2], so of course I had to check it out! From far away, you can hear K-Pop blasting from the store[3], the vibe is totally maxed out, and it feels like you're instantly transported to the streets of Hongdae.
Waffles, they're actually cold?
I sat down and ordered right away, trying both the sweet and savory options. Let me get straight to the point: the savory ones are more impressive than the sweet ones!
Highly recommend the Pepperoni Pizza Waffle[4] and Corn Cheese Waffle[5], Anjay! They're super generous with the cheese, and paired with sausage and sweet corn, the mix of savory and sweet creates a rich flavor profile. This is truly Mantap!
But... when it came to the classic sweet waffles, I was so done. I was eagerly expecting a warm waffle that was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, but when I took a bite, it was actually cold, and the texture was a bit hard, not crispy at all[6]. I saw other people's posts saying they were freshly made, so was I just unlucky? Although the strawberry and Nutella combination can't go wrong, the star of the show, the waffle itself, really let me down.
But to be fair, their portions are really huge[7]. One waffle is enormous, so for girls with smaller appetites, sharing one is enough for two people, otherwise, it can get really heavy.
Ambiance & Price, A Turn-off or a Must-Try?
As for the ambiance, the first floor has a pretty good design, great for taking photos. But the second floor is quite ordinary, and it felt a bit stuffy and hot when I was there[8]. For friends who want to get good pictures, I suggest sticking to the seats on the first floor.
To be honest, the prices aren't cheap. A savory pizza waffle costs 75k[9], and the sweet ones are around 55k. Combined with the hit-or-miss texture, the value for money is... emmm, you know what I mean. For those just looking for a place to Nongkrong and chat, it might be okay.
Tips to Avoid Pitfalls / Save Money (Quick, take notes!)
Finally, here are a few honest tips for my friends who want to check it out:
- If you want it hot, just ask! If you also get a cold waffle, don't be shy to tell the staff! Apparently, you can ask them to reheat it to save the last bit of your waffle fantasy.
- Go during off-peak hours! Off-peak! Off-peak! If you don't want to waste your life queuing, definitely avoid going during meal times and on weekends.
- Birthday babies get a perk! Those with a recent birthday are in luck! Bring your KTP within 7 days before or after your birthday, and you'll get a free special birthday waffle with the purchase of any waffle[10]. You have to take advantage of this deal!
- Heads up on payment methods! It seems they don't accept credit cards[11], so remember to bring cash or have your phone ready for QRIS scan-to-pay.
- Don't get takeout for photos! If you're going for the aesthetic photos, definitely don't order it to go. Their takeout packaging folds the waffle in half[12], so you know, your chances of getting a good shot drop to zero, hahahaha
- Yefeng's new Waffle Khan is *the* craze! 1-hour wait [1]. Blasting K-Pop [2] for instant Hongdae vibes.
- Waffle game changed! Savory Pepperoni Pizza Waffle [3] & Corn Cheese Waffle [4] are cheese-packed, sweet-savory. Anjay!
- Classic sweet waffles are surprisingly cold [5]? Odd twist! Portions are huge [6], enough for two.
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