Jakarta's All-Girl Burger Joint: Besides being pricey and packed, what's left?
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2026-01-24
Jakarta's farm.girl Menteng is the all-female burger joint everyone's talking about. It boasts a cool "Girl Power" atmosphere and drool-worthy food, including a signature pork burger with fluffy eggs and legendary cinnamon rolls. However, this review gives a heads-up on the downsides: it's pricey, perpetually crowded, and parking is a challenge. Find out if the fantastic flavors are worth the squeeze and get tips on how to visit this popular spot without the stress.
Girls, today let's talk about a place I have a love-hate relationship with, farm.girl Menteng.
Every time I want to go, I have to mentally prepare myself, because parking in that Menteng area is seriously difficult[1], and the place is so small it feels like you're about to get cozy with the next table at any moment[2]. If you go during weekend meal times, the line... tsk tsk, you know what I mean.
But why do I keep thinking about it? Because it's an all-female shop, the Girl Power vibe is off the charts![3] The female owner brought the authentic taste of her hometown from the US back to Jakarta, and I really admire that spirit. Just for that Mantap spirit, I have to go!
Honestly, for these few bites, I put up with it
To be honest, the food is solid, especially the bread and meat. This is the reason I'm willing to endure the crowds time and time again.
🍔 TCSB Pork Burger[4]: Their signature, a must-order! A soft brioche bun with a juicy pork patty and bacon. The soul of it is the scrambled eggs, they're unbelievably fluffy, and one bite is super satisfying!
🌯 Burrito[5]: If you have a big appetite or are looking for value, get this! The portion is huge and solid, the crispy chicken inside the burrito is a pleasant surprise, and one is enough to fill you up.
🥐 Cinnamon Rolls[6]: Anjay! I have to rave about this! Don't even compare it to chain stores, it's on a completely different level. It's so soft and fluffy, they're super generous with the cinnamon frosting, and I always want to get one to go.
But, let's get real for a second
It's an internet-famous spot, so of course, it has its little flaws. We can't just praise it and not point out the cons, right?
First, the price. It's genuinely not cheap. One burger is over 100k rupiah, and a casual meal for two can easily head towards 500k[7]. Friends on a tighter budget might need to think twice.
Second, the quality control can be a bit inconsistent. I thought my meal was Mantap, but my friend has gotten burnt food, and another time felt the bacon was so salty it made her question her existence[8]. Service is also hit-or-miss. During peak hours, you really have to be prepared to Nongkrong (just hang out) and wait for your food[9].
My Guide to Avoiding the Pitfalls
Want to Chill for a bit without any disappointments? Listen to me:
- 1. Don't go during meal times! Especially on weekends. If you want a seat, you have to go early, or just go during teatime when it's much less crowded.
- 2. Take a taxi! Take a taxi! Take a taxi! Important things must be said three times. Don't drive yourself, finding a parking spot there is harder than finding a partner[10].
- 3. A heads-up for my Muslim friends: There's pork on the menu (like the TCSB burger), so remember to ask before ordering!
- 4. Adjust your expectations: Think of it as an"upgraded fast-food" burger joint, not a café where you can sit for an entire afternoon, and you'll be much happier. After all, for that delicious food, squeezing in once in a while is worth it
- TCSB Pork Burger: juicy patty, soft brioche, fluffy scrambled egg – pure bliss! [1]
- "Anjay" cinnamon roll: fluffy, soft, generous cinnamon frosting – so good you'll want to take it home! [2]
- All-female crew, pure Girl Power! Owner brings authentic American home-style flavors to Jakarta – feel that spirit! [3]
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