This Jakarta Rooftop: I only paid for the 360° sunset. The rest... is another story.
qponx
2026-01-24
Discover La Vue, a Jakarta rooftop bar with an unbeatable 360° sunset view. Located atop the atmospheric Hermitage hotel, it offers a stunning ambiance perfect for dates. This honest review spills the tea on whether it's worth the hype. While the views are top-tier and cocktails are unique, the food and high prices might not impress. Get the full scoop and essential tips on booking, timing, and how to avoid the minimum spend before you visit.
Girls, if you're looking for a place to watch the sunset in Jakarta, La Vue is definitely a name you can't miss. Located on the rooftop of The Hermitage hotel[1], a super atmospheric old colonial-style building in the Menteng area, just hearing about the setting is enough to make you want to go. But, is it really worth the hype? Today, I'm here to give you the real scoop.
The elevator goes up to the top floor, the doors open, and BAM! The Jakarta skyline spreads out before you, completely unobstructed. I have to say, the 360-degree view here is a total showstopper, especially around 5 PM when the sun starts to set. The whole city is bathed in a golden hue, and any photo you take looks like a masterpiece. The atmosphere is maxed out, definitely a Mantap choice for a date[2].
To do justice to the view, I ordered a signature cocktail highly recommended by the staff, the Sangria Sambal Matah[3]. You read that right, it's Sangria with Indonesian sambal! I thought it would be a weird combo, but it turned out to be surprisingly harmonious. That little bit of spice really opened up my palate, it was kind of anjay! My friend's Crispy Pork Belly[4] was apparently okay too, at least the skin was crispy.
OK, Let's Get Real…
The view is top-tier, but so is the bill. It's not cheap here; for a sofa seat like ours, there was a minimum spend of 1 million Indonesian Rupiah[5]. To be honest, the taste of the food really doesn't live up to the five-star hotel's name and price[6]. It's not amazing, maybe even a bit bland. Plus, the portion sizes of some dishes are small enough to make you question your life choices[7]. It feels like you're mainly paying for the view, so don't have high expectations for the food itself.
My Quick Guide (Wajib Baca!)
So, is it worth going? My advice is: Go for the view, yes; go for the food, run! If you're planning to go, remember these tips:
- Snag the best spot: You must book in advance![8] Showing up on a whim will most likely get you a seat with a bad view, and that would be a total waste.
- Golden Hour: Go for the sunset! Arrive around 5 PM[9] so you can enjoy the entire transition from dusk to the city lights turning on.
- Money-Saving Tip: If you just want to come up to chill and have a drink, you can sit at the bar, which usually has no minimum spend[10].
- Check the weather! Check the weather! Check the weather! This place is completely open-air with no rain cover. Be sure to check the weather forecast before you go, otherwise, if it rains, it'll be a completely wasted trip and your experience will be ruined[11]
- Panoramic Jakarta views, 360-degree golden sunset at dusk. Electric vibe, ultimate date spot. [1]
- Sangria Sambal Matah[2] cocktail: spicy sambal meets sangria, surprisingly harmonious. You'll shout Anjay.
- Menteng's atmospheric colonial The Hermitage Hotel[3] rooftop. Its backdrop makes it Jakarta's unique luxury.
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