5.0 on Google, but the staff were stone-faced? This East Jakarta rooftop is kinda interesting.
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2026-01-25
Discover Toti Cafe, an East Jakarta rooftop that boasts a perfect Google score but offers a mixed experience. The main draw is the incredible 6th-floor view, where you can watch sunsets over the city to the unique soundtrack of passing trains and jazz music. While the affordable coffee is a highlight, be prepared for mediocre food and indifferent service. It's a spot with an unbeatable atmosphere for a chill hangout, as long as you come for the views, not the service.
Honestly, if I hadn't seen its 1200+ reviews on Google, rocking a rare 5.0 perfect score[1], I probably wouldn't have bothered making a special trip all the way to Jatinegara in East Jakarta.
The result? Well, it was half pleasant surprise, half complaint. You've got to read this to the end!
A Wonderful Combination of Trains, Sunsets, and Jazz Music
This place, called Toti Cafe, is super conveniently located. It's just a 5-minute walk from Jatinegara station[2], which is great for commuters. The cafe has two floors; the second floor is the regular indoor area, but the real gem is the rooftop on the sixth floor.
Friendly reminder, the elevator only goes to the fifth floor, so you'll have to climb one flight of stairs to see the view[3]. But trust me, when you step onto the rooftop and see the expansive city view, the effort is totally worth it! In the evening, the sunset paints the sky in shades of orange and pink, it's unbelievably beautiful. What's most special is that you can clearly hear the roar of passing trains[4], while the background music is soothing piano jazz[5]. This wonderful mix-and-match maxes out the atmosphere, super chill～
I ordered their signature Kopi Gula Aren[6], which was only around 20k. The sweetness of the palm sugar and the richness of the coffee were perfectly balanced, mantap! But the food... emmm... I can only say it's very standard[7], not good, not bad. Don't have high expectations.
The Real Experience I Have to Vent About
Alright, now that the praise is over, let's talk about the things to complain about. The service here is really... something else. I don't know if they were just too busy, but the staff was a bit cuek (indifferent) the whole time, and they were unresponsive when I asked questions[8]. One staff member even talked to me with their mouth full of food... Anjay! That instantly ruined the experience; even the best view can't make up for that!
Editor's Key Points (Get your notebooks ready 📝)
- Who is this for? People looking for a quiet place to WFC (Work From Cafe), students on a budget, or friends who just want a place to nongkrong and watch the sunset in the East Jakarta area. The atmosphere here is genuinely cozy[9].
- What to order? You can't go wrong with the coffee, especially anything with Gula Aren. As for the food, just think of it as something to fill your stomach. Some say the portions are big, some say they're small, maybe it depends on the chef's mood?
- Tips to avoid disappointment
- Don't have any expectations for the service. Just be zen about it and focus on the view.
- The 6th-floor rooftop is king, but it's best not to go on a rainy day, as the staff might not bring your food up[10].
- The cafe doesn't have a prayer room (musholla), and the only restroom is on the 2nd floor[11], so plan your time accordingly.
- It's worth mentioning that they actually have separate trash bins for recycling[12]! This is quite rare in Indonesia, so they definitely get bonus points for that 👍.
- 1200+ reviews and a rare 5.0 Google rating! Our editor *had* to check if this spot was hype or heaven. [1]
- 6th-floor rooftop: orange-pink sunsets, trains rumbling, jazz playing – the vibe is maxed, super Chill! [2][3]
- Only 20k for Kopi Gula Aren! Sweet palm sugar + rich coffee, perfectly blended. One sip, you'll shout Mantap! [4]
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