Don't order Pizza at a Pizza place? I'm so done with this viral Jakarta spot
qponx
2026-01-24
Don't let the name fool you at this viral Jakarta hotspot! While Pizza Pepperino is famous on TikTok for its photogenic pizzas, the real showstopper is its surprisingly incredible pasta. This review reveals why you should skip the disappointing signature pizza and head straight for the "god-tier" Truffle Maniche with Beef Cheek. Get all the essential tips on what to order, how to book, and what to expect to make the most of your visit to this trendy spot.
Girls, let me tell you, I finally went to check out this Pizza Pepperino place that's been all over my TikTok. Seeing those sinful-looking pizzas covered in Pepperoni in the videos had my mouth watering all the way to SCBD! The result... Anjay, checking this place off my list left me with mixed feelings, like being on a rollercoaster. 🎢
The restaurant is tucked away on a small street in Jaksel, and the ambiance is indeed quite cozy, with the feel of a private little eatery, perfect for Nongkrong and taking photos with friends. But the space is really small[1], it gets super crowded during peak hours, and the details are a bit rough, for example, the air conditioner right above our heads was dripping… 🫠
Okay, let's get to the main point. When the signature The Signature Pepperoni Pizza[2] was served, it looked absolutely top-notch, completely covered with pepperoni. But when I stuck my fork in it… Anjay, the crust was as hard as a frozen, store-bought one, not at all the texture a handmade pizza should have! Almost 200k for this? I'm so done with this. 🙄 And that Tiramisu Waffle[3], I'm begging you, don't order it! It's just a waffle with cream, and it's both hard and overly sweet.
Just when I was about to blacklist this place, the plot twist came! Their pasta is surprisingly the star of the show! 👑 That Truffle Maniche with Beef Cheek[4] was Mantap! The truffle sauce was fragrant but not heavy, and the beef was braised until it melted in your mouth. And the Black Oceani Pasta[5], it was so savory it'll make your eyebrows fall off, with no fishy taste at all, definitely in my top three of all time in Jakarta!
So the whole thing is just absurd: a Pizza place where the Pizza is bad, but the Pasta is god-tier. The service is also a hit or miss; we waited almost half an hour for our drinks that day[6], I was about to faint from hunger. Oh, by the way, if you want to take away your leftovers, they charge an extra 10k for the pizza box[7], which is also a bit of a weird move.
Time to copy my homework! Take this guide to avoid the pitfalls, you're welcome 👇
So, if you ask me whether it's worth going? If you're a pasta lover, then it's definitely worth a trip just for the Pasta! But if you're going for that viral TikTok Pizza, you might be disappointed. 🤷♀️
- Ordering Guide: Go straight for the Pasta! Truffle Maniche with Beef Cheek and Black Oceani Pasta are must-orders! As for the Pizza... unless you're just there for the photos, you can really just pass on it.
- Reservations: The place is small, so you must book in advance![8] Especially on weekends and evenings, or you'll be waiting forever.
- Parking: Parking spots out front are extremely hard to find, but they have free valet[9], so you can just drive up to the entrance and hand your keys to the attendant, which is quite convenient.
- Money-Saving Hack: Spend 50k to become a member, and you can get a free signature pizza during your birthday month[10]! It's an okay way to try their Pizza, but I wouldn't spend my own money on it. 😂
- Truffle Beef Cheek & Squid Ink Seafood Pasta [1] are Jakarta's pasta kings! Rich sauce, melt-in-mouth beef, unbelievably fresh.
- TikTok viral signature pizza [2]? Looks amazing, tastes awful! Huge visual vs. taste contrast. Dare to try?
- The whole visit is a rollercoaster🎢! Mixed feelings, pure curiosity. This talk-of-the-town spot? You *have* to see it!
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