This viral Bakerman at PIK: I'm warning you, prepare yourself before you come

Every time I come to Central Market in PIK, it feels like half the crowd is here for Bakerman. There's always a line at the door; the place is incredibly popular. 🤷‍♀️

To be honest, the ambiance inside is really nice—modern and spacious, and there's live music, making it perfect for a large group of friends to Nongkrong. Even their takeaway pastry packaging has this cool holographic design; they've really paid attention to the details.

The Food: Half Heaven, Half... a Mystery Box?

Let's start with the dishes that made the trip worthwhile!

Rant Time: Service and Hygiene Are Major Flaws

Alright, enough with the praise, now I'm going to get real.

Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls & What to Try

So, is it worth going or not? Here's a summary for you, girls:

✅ When to go?

❌ When to avoid:

Overall, this is a place with extremely prominent pros and cons. The food has its amazing moments, but the uncertainty of the service and quality control is too high. If you're coming with an adventurous mindset and are mentally prepared to"endure the service and rely on pure luck," then you can give it a try. Otherwise, there are so many other great places to eat in Jakarta, why come here just to get frustrated?

• If you want to try creative pastries: It's worth a visit just to try those wacky croissant flavors for the novelty.
• For the early birds: They open at 8 AM[8], so you can come here for brunch after a morning workout. It's less crowded, quiet, and very Chill.
• For group gatherings: The main course portions are huge[9], one dish is enough for one to two people, so it's more cost-effective to come with a group and share. That way you can try more dishes.
• Don't come if you're in a hurry or starving: The service will make you wait until you question your existence.
• Don't come if you want a quiet chat: During peak hours, it's incredibly noisy, and with the live music, it's as loud as a nightclub[10].
• Be cautious if you prefer light flavors: Some dishes have been reported as being too salty[11]. If you're not a fan of heavy flavors, be sure to ask for less salt when you order.