Remote Workers, Assemble! This 'Little Ubud' in Makassar is great for everything but the main course
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2026-03-06
Escape to a "Little Ubud" in the heart of Makassar! This stunning café offers a lush, photo-worthy ambiance perfect for chilling out or a productive work-from-cafe day. While you might want to skip the main courses, the desserts are a must-try—especially the heavenly tiramisu. With fast Wi-Fi and plenty of power outlets, it's an ideal spot for remote workers looking for a change of scenery and a delicious sweet treat.
I swear, if my friend hadn't dragged me here, I would've never imagined finding a café in the heart of Makassar that looks like it was airlifted straight from Ubud! 🌴 The moment you step inside, you're instantly transported. It's filled with green plants, rattan, and natural wood, and the air has this lazy, Chill vibe. It's a place practically born for taking photos and `Nongkrong`![1]
😇 A Fine Line Between Heaven and Hell
First, the good stuff: the ambiance here is seriously `Mantap`! The lighting is soft, every corner is thoughtfully decorated, and it's private enough. It's perfect whether you're here for a photoshoot with your girlfriends or bringing your laptop for some WFC (Work From Cafe). 💻
The desserts are the absolute star of the show here! For friends who aren't big on sweets, just go for the signature tiramisu without a second thought[2]. It's creamy and smooth with a sophisticated hint of bitterness, so good you'll want to get another one to go! Those with a sweet tooth can try the matcha cake[3]; it won't disappoint you either. 🍰
BUT! Major warning ahead!
The servers here are really... `Anjay`... their reaction speed is what you'd call `super lelet` (super slow). You can call them several times and they might pretend not to hear you, with "don't bother me" written all over their faces[4]. Also, the quality of the main courses is extremely inconsistent. My friend's fried chicken, no exaggeration, was as hard as a rock[5]; some other dishes were so salty you'd think the chef knocked over the salt shaker. The portions are also on the small side—a small snack with four pieces costs 23k[6], so the value for money really isn't great.
✍️ Editor's Key Points: A Guide to Avoid the Traps & Win
So, is this place worth visiting? My advice is: If you're going for the ambiance and desserts, it's totally worth it! But you have to read my guide!
- 1. Bring a jacket! Bring a jacket! 🧥 The AC is blasting like an icebox, and the staff will refuse to turn it up for you[7]. Friends who get cold easily, definitely don't forget.
- 2. Best way to enjoy it: Afternoon tea. Order a coffee, get a tiramisu, and spend a quiet afternoon. Main courses? Let's just give them a miss.
- 3. A paradise for the WFC crowd. The Wi-Fi here is super fast, and there are plenty of power outlets[8]. It's a rare gem for getting work done.
- 4. Parking is a huge headache. There's no dedicated parking lot[9], so if you're driving, finding a spot is purely a matter of luck.
- 5. Say a little prayer before you go to the restroom. Someone complained that the toilet doesn't flush well[10], so let's hope it's in a good mood when you visit.
- Instant Ubud vibes! This downtown cafe surrounded by greenery is a Chill spot with rattan & wood, perfect for photos and `Nongkrong` [1].
- Desserts are the star! The tiramisu is creamy with a sophisticated bitter note—so good you'll want to take one home [2]!
- A haven for WFC! Get work done with blazing-fast Wi-Fi and plenty of power outlets [3].
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