The best cake in Jakarta? I advise you to come after 7:30
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2026-01-24
Craving cake from Ann's Bakehouse in Jakarta? While their legendary Tres Leches is praised as a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, the dine-in experience falls short. This spot is best for takeaway only. The ultimate pro-tip: visit after 7:30 PM to snag any cake slice for 50% off! This game-changing discount makes their delicious, albeit small, slices an irresistible bargain. Get ready to enjoy top-tier cake without breaking the bank, as long as you get it to go.
Honestly, every time I scroll through IG, my feed is flooded with Ann's Bakehouse, with all sorts of exquisite holiday gift baskets that look so Mantap. I was passing by their South Jakarta branch today and wanted to go in and Chill for a bit, but... Girls, take my advice, don't have any illusions about dining in at this place!
The shop is pitifully small, the seats are as hard as rocks, and the WiFi doesn't even connect. It's definitely not a place where you can sit down and Nongkrong[1]. I decisively got my order to go. But to be fair, their cakes are really something. First, let's praise the legendary Tres Leches[2], the one and only three milks cake! The cake itself is unbelievably moist, melts in your mouth, has the perfect level of sweetness, and a rich milky flavor. It's truly a strong contender for the best in the city. Seriously, for this one bite, I can forgive everything else. 🤤
I also tried their other signature, the Key Lime Pie[3], and this one... emmm... is a bit controversial. Personally, I felt the lime flavor wasn't prominent enough, making it a bit bland overall and not worth the price. But the friend I was with thought the sweet and sour taste was very refreshing. So I guess it's a matter of personal taste. Their Mocca Nougat[4] is also amazing. The texture is soft like a mousse, not cloyingly sweet, and older folks would probably love it.
But! I have to mention the downsides too. Their cake slices are generally on the small side[5], costing around 40,000 IDR per slice, so the value for money really isn't great. Plus, the delivery fee is ridiculously expensive. It costs 50,000 IDR just to deliver nearby in the South Jakarta area, Anjay![6] The most outrageous thing is, I saw a comment saying someone bought a cake, took it home, and discovered it was a display model[7]?! Although it's a rare incident, everyone should be extra careful when buying. It's a bit scary. 😱
Time to Copy My Notes | A Guide to Saving Money & Avoiding Pitfalls
- 1. Don't dine in, only get takeaway! I'll say it three times! This place is only suitable for takeaway. If you're looking for a place to sit and chat, you're better off going next door.
- 2. Wait for the evening discount! Highlight this! Every night after 7:30 PM, all cake slices are 50% off[8]! You can get a slice for less than 20k. Now *that's* the right way to do it!
- 3. Pre-order: If you want a specific flavor or want to buy a whole cake for a birthday celebration, it's best to order in advance on their official website or via WA[9], otherwise you might make a wasted trip.
- 4. Watch out for the delivery fee: When ordering online, remember to check the delivery fee carefully. Sometimes it's ridiculously expensive.
- Their Tres Leches cake is divine! Incredibly moist, melt-in-your-mouth with rich milky flavor. A top best in city contender! [1]
- Catch half-price surprise after 7:30 PM nightly! Get IG-worthy cake under 20k IDR – what a steal! [2]
- Mocca Nougat is mousse-soft, perfectly sweet – even elders will adore! [3]
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