This Tangerang AYCE BBQ is as big as a hotel with hopeless queues. Is it really worth it?
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2026-03-04
Curious about the perpetually crowded Hachi Grill in Tangerang? This massive, hotel-like AYCE BBQ and shabu-shabu spot draws huge lines for a reason. Discover a paradise for meat lovers with a vast self-service buffet, high-quality meats, and a must-try collagen soup. While the queues are long and service can be inconsistent, the incredible variety might just make it worth the hassle. This review weighs the pros and cons to see if it lives up to the hype.
Every time I pass by this Hachi Grill in Alam Sutera, I'm shocked. The scene is so grand, if you didn't know better, you'd think a five-star hotel was having its grand opening. There's always a line at the door, and so many cars that even the valet is overwhelmed. Honestly, if my friend hadn't dragged me here, someone like me who hates queuing really wouldn't want to join the crowd. But today, I had to see for myself if the nearly 10,000 reviews and high 4.9 rating[1] on Google are fake.
A Paradise for Meat Lovers, a Hell for the Indecisive
Once inside, wow, the space is seriously huge! Two floors with super high ceilings, and the tables are spaced so far apart. After your meal, you don't smell like cooking fumes at all—the ventilation system definitely deserves a Mantap![2] It completely lacks the cramped feeling of a typical barbecue restaurant.
The buffet area is practically a battlefield, packed with people, but they restock quickly enough. Meats, seafood, vegetables, cooked dishes, drinks… There are so many options that my indecisiveness kicked in immediately. The best part about this place is that you can grab the meat directly from the buffet counter, no need to wait for a server to slowly bring it over. Take as much as you want—it's all about freedom of choice.[3]
Now for the important part, the taste! The quality of the grilled meat is on point, and the meat is quite tender. But the MVP of the entire meal has to be the hot pot's Collagen Soup[4]! The creamy white broth is so savory it'll blow your mind; everything cooked in it tastes delicious. I could drink three bowls of just the soup! The dessert section is no afterthought either. Ice cream, yogurt, crepes, and even the traditional Indonesian dessert, Bubur Ketan Hitam. Anyway, I couldn't resist getting a waffle with ice cream.[5]
Time for some hard truths…
After all the praise, I have to be honest. The regular buffet is 230,000 IDR per person[6], which isn't cheap, but considering the quality and variety, I think it's decent. The biggest complaint is probably the service, which really depends on your luck. When it gets busy, the staff just seem to disappear; you can call for ages and no one responds, they don't clear plates promptly, and sometimes they have a sour look on their faces[7]. But I've also encountered guys who were quick, efficient, and super friendly. So, just go with a relaxed mindset and think of it as you're purely there for the food.
Tips from the Heart (Get your notebooks ready📝)
- Reservations! Reservations! Reservations! I'm saying it three times because it's important. Thinking of walking in on a weekend or holiday? Anjay, you'll be sorry. Call or book online directly, otherwise, you're looking at a wait of at least an hour.[8]
- Parking is a huge headache: They have very few parking spots of their own. I suggest just paying 10,000 IDR for the valet service[9], or just take a taxi, don't put yourself through the trouble.
- Top choice for group dining: It's a super great deal for large groups! They have group prices, starting as low as 168,000 IDR per person[10]. For company outings, family gatherings, and the like, just go for it.
- Eat against the clock: The dining time is limited to 105-120 minutes[11], so don't just chat, watch the clock and go full beast mode!
- Don't get your hopes up for birthdays: Although they offer a birthday song service, the experience is very inconsistent. I saw the table next to us get a warm celebration, but when it was our turn, after reminding them for ages, all we got was a lonely little wafer[12]… If you really want to celebrate, confirm with the manager in advance and lower your expectations.
- All-you-can-grab BBQ in a meat lover's paradise! Skip the wait and pile your plate high yourself [1].
- The collagen soup base is rich and creamy with a soul-snatching umami. It makes everything taste incredible [2].
- A BBQ joint serving Indonesian traditional dessert Bubur Ketan Hitam! An unexpected but perfect pairing after your feast [3].
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