Calling all chocoholics! This viral Jakarta spot is perfect... except for the hygiene?
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2026-01-24
Jakarta's viral chocolate spot, Moreau in Kemang, is a chocoholic's dream. Indulge in heavenly desserts like the famous Pistachio Kunafa Crepe and a gooey Cookies Skillet, with huge portions perfect for sharing. But is the hype worth it? This honest review weighs the incredible taste against some serious hygiene concerns, slow service, and the classic Kemang parking nightmare. Get the full scoop before you decide to visit this popular dessert heaven.
Girls, where is heaven for chocolate lovers in Jakarta? Stop guessing, I'm getting straight to the point today—Moreau in Kemang. The moment I arrived at the door, I was hit by this incredibly rich chocolate aroma that almost swept me off my feet. The shop is small and packed with people, you can tell they're all kindred spirits here to Nongkrong. The pistachio crepe that's been blowing up on social media—I came just for you!
A Chocolate Bomb, Sweet Enough to Send You to Heaven
When the signature Pistachio Kunafa Crepe[1] arrived, I just had one word: Mantap! The thin, crispy crepe skin, filled with a rich pistachio sauce, has a"krenyes-krenyes" crunchy texture when you bite into it. It's so addictive. I chose dark chocolate, and its slightly bitter flavor perfectly balanced the sweetness, which was a big plus[2].
My friend who came with me ordered the Cookies Skillet[3], and oh my god, that was the real 'game changer'! A hot skillet holding a half-melted chocolate cookie, you get a cheese-pull effect with every spoonful, the texture is sticky and chewy, and the happiness is just overwhelming. The portion size is seriously huge[4], I recommend sharing it between two or more people, otherwise, you'll get so sick of the sweetness you'll question your life choices.
OK, Time for Some Real Talk
The praise is over, now it's time to complain. It's delicious, no doubt, but there are some things I have to point out. Maybe it's because of the open kitchen, but from where I was sitting, I could see the staff preparing the food. Anjay… I saw one of the guys handling fruit with his bare hands and occasionally popping a piece into his mouth, and I was just not okay with that[5]. Even though there was no issue with my order, I saw some online comments about people finding... emmm... foreign objects in their food, and that was an instant turn-off. To the owner, I'm begging you, the taste is so top-notch, please work on the hygiene! Otherwise, you're really wasting such great products.
My Honest-to-God Guide (Save This!)
- Ordering Guide: For those who can't handle too much sweetness, lock in on the [Dark Chocolate] option! Or order a black coffee to cut through the richness, it's a perfect match. Milk chocolate is honestly a bit too sweet for the Asian palate.
- Avoid Peak Hours: The shop is tiny, and it gets super crowded during mealtimes and on weekends. The staff gets overwhelmed and service can be very slow[6]. If you want to Chill, I suggest coming on a weekday afternoon.
- Parking is a Nightmare: This is a classic Kemang problem. Parking spots are very limited[7], so be prepared to circle the area looking for a spot, or just take a cab.
- Sharing is Caring: Their dessert portions are American/European-sized; one waffle is enough for three or four people. Don't try to be a hero, bring your foodie buddies along
- Nongkrong (Indonesian slang for "hanging out") with fellow chocolate lovers, the hype is real!
- Pistachio Crepe: crispy, saucy, with that "krenyes-krenyes" crunch and dark chocolate's slight bitterness. Perfectly sweet but not cloying [1][2].
- My friend called the Cookies Skillet a "game changer": hot skillet, semi-melted cookies, one scoop, stretchy, gooey bliss [3].
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