Spending 100k just to stand and eat ice cream? Is Venchi really worth it?
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2026-01-25
Curious about the long queues at Venchi? This review explores if the famous Italian gelato is worth the hype. While the Pistachio and Dark Chocolate flavors are praised as top-tier, silky, and incredibly rich, the experience has its downsides. Get ready for high prices, small portions, and a serious lack of seating. We break down whether the delicious taste is truly worth the price and the hassle of eating while standing in the mall.
Every time I pass by this Venchi in Senayan City, the queue is... Anjay! Today I finally bit the bullet and went for it, but you have to queue to pay first, then move to another spot to queue for your flavors[1], it almost confused the heck out of me. I was wondering to myself, what's the magic behind this century-old Italian brand? 🤔
The taste is truly Mantap, but my wallet is truly hurting
As soon as I walked in, the classic chocolate wall and marble decor are indeed quite high-end[2], it definitely has that vibe. I got straight to the point, I had to get some Gelato!
- Pistachio (Pistachio): Girls, trust me, this is a must-order![3] The texture is super silky and creamy, it's not that cloyingly sweet kind, but a rich nutty aroma that melts in your mouth. I'd call it the Top Tier of pistachio ice cream in Jakarta!
- 82% Dark Chocolate (Azteco): If you don't like things too sweet, get this![4] The pure, slightly bitter, and mellow flavor of the dark chocolate tastes very sophisticated, not heavy at all.
- Hazelnut (Hazelnut): Also one of their signature flavors, the hazelnut flavor is super rich, and the texture is incredibly smooth[5]. Chocolate lovers and nut lovers will absolutely adore it.
Alright, let me tell you the real deal...
Although the taste is definitely impressive, there are quite a few things to complain about. To be honest, besides the chocolate and nut flavors, the other fruit flavors my friend ordered were a bit too sweet for my liking[6], not my cup of tea. And the price... a small cup is 65k-80k IDR, and I paid 95k+[7] for a large cup, and the portion size is just so-so[8]. It felt like it was gone in just a few bites, the value for money really isn't great.
The worst part is, the seating is pitifully scarce! During peak hours on weekends, don't even think about getting a seat. Everyone just finds a corner in the mall to stand and chill, which is a bit awkward, haha. Want to sit down elegantly and nongkrong? Forget about it.
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Finally, for the girls who are planning to go, here are a few straightforward tips. Remember to like and save! ❤️
- 1. Go during off-peak hours! The queues on weekends and holidays will make you question your existence[9], so if you want a better experience, go on a weekday afternoon.
- 2. Don't look for a seat! Just mentally prepare to eat standing up or get it to-go, that way you won't be disappointed. After all, there's really only a tiny bit of seating[10].
- 3. Bring your own water! Feeling thirsty after all that sweetness? Sorry, they don't provide free drinking water here[11].
- 4. Choose the cone! If the staff don't mess up your order (I've heard they occasionally get it wrong[12]), for the sake of the environment and for aesthetics, you can choose a cone. You also get an extra bite of the crispy cone, isn't that great?
- Jakarta's Top Tier pistachio ice cream! Incredibly silky, creamy, rich nutty flavor melts in your mouth. A must-order! [1]
- Step into this century-old Italian brand. Classic chocolate walls and marble decor [2] instantly give a high-end, European feel.
- Not into sweet? The slightly bitter, rich 82% dark chocolate [3] and super creamy hazelnut [4] will satisfy your high-end Gelato cravings.
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