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Viral Indonesian Cafes Actually Worth the Hype
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items I know your TikTok and Instagram FYPs are absolutely flooded with those insane, aesthetic cafes in Indonesia. The ones with the infinity pools in the jungle, the industrial chic coffee shops in Jakarta, and the breathtaking sunset spots in Bali. But ...
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Jungle & Rice Terrace Hideaways
Industrial Concrete & Clean Lines
Sunsets & Ocean Breezes
European Vintage & Classic Elegance
Artistic & Whimsical Creative Spaces
Jungle & Rice Terrace Hideaways
If you want that iconic "I just woke up in a tropical paradise" vibe, these are your spots. Think massive bamboo structures, overlooking endless green rice paddies, and drinking iced matcha while listening to the sounds of nature. It heals the soul.
Okay, you have definitely seen this on Pinterest. The multi-tiered pools overlooking the rice terraces are insane. Pro tip: get there at literally 8 AM right when they open to get those empty, magical photos before the crowds arrive. The iced latte h...
Cretya Ubud, Bali
WYAH stands for 'While You Are Here', and honestly, I never wanted to leave. The architecture wraps around the actual jungle trees! I ordered their signature charcoal coffee, and sitting on the top wooden deck felt like I was floating in the canopy.
Wyah Art & Creative Space, Ubud
Driving up the mountain to get here is an adventure, but sipping a hot cappuccino while literally sitting above the clouds with Mount Batur right in front of you? Unmatched. It gets chilly up there, so bring a cute cardigan!
Montana Del Cafe, Kintamani
Industrial Concrete & Clean Lines
For my 'clean girl' aesthetic lovers and digital nomads. These cafes in Jakarta and Bandung are serving serious architectural drama. It’s all exposed concrete, lush indoor plants, and people in very cool, minimalist streetwear.
I am obsessed with the sunken seating area here. It is right in the middle of the city but feels like a modern art museum. They are famous for their Es Kopi Susu (sweet iced milk coffee), and it is dangerously addicting. Perfect for a quick catch-up ...
Kopi Nako Daur Baur, Senayan Park Jakarta
If you love that raw, industrial look, Sejiwa is iconic. The baristas all wear these super chic white lab coats, which is such a specific, cool vibe. You absolutely have to order their truffle fries to share; I still dream about them.
Sejiwa Coffee, Bandung
Finding this cafe feels like uncovering a secret. It’s a literal wooden glasshouse hidden completely inside a mini-forest right in the center of Jakarta. It’s my absolute favorite escape when the city traffic gets too overwhelming.
Arborea Cafe, Jakarta
Sunsets & Ocean Breezes
No Indonesian summer trip is complete without a golden hour drink. Forget the overly crowded, loud party clubs; these are the chic, slightly more intimate beachfront cafes where the cocktails are actually as good as the view.
This place is purely spectacular. The white-washed aesthetic against the electric blue of the Indian Ocean gives major European summer vibes, but with that warm Balinese hospitality. The seafood paella here is a non-negotiable!
El Kabron, Uluwatu Bali
This spot is built almost entirely from reclaimed wood of old fisherman boats! Sunday is the absolute best day to go because they host this massive, beautiful organic farmers market right inside the cafe. The sunset coconut water here just hits diffe...
La Brisa, Canggu Bali
Lombok is like Bali 10 years ago, and this cafe proves it. You get panoramic views of the bay, and the vibe is so slow and relaxed. I brought my Kindle, ordered a smoothie bowl, and stayed here for like four hours without anyone rushing me.
Ashtari Ocean View, Lombok
European Vintage & Classic Elegance
Sometimes you want to feel like you're having high tea in Paris or strolling through Amsterdam, but you're actually in Java or Bali. These spots have mastered the vintage European aesthetic, complete with gorgeous architecture and elite pastries.
When I want to feel like royalty, I come here. The interiors are breathtakingly elegant with huge chandeliers and plush velvet chairs. You have to book the afternoon tea set—the pastries look like actual jewelry and it's the ultimate excuse to dress ...
Alice at The Langham, Jakarta
Walking down historical Braga Street is already a vibe, but stepping into this cafe feels like time-traveling. The vintage wooden furniture and classic Dutch-Indonesian architecture are so photogenic. Their bitterballen is the ultimate savory comfort...
Braga Art Cafe, Bandung
I will fight anyone who says there is a better croissant in Indonesia. Their French butter croissants are so flaky and perfect. Getting a table outside in the courtyard before the morning sun gets too hot is my favorite way to start a Bali day.
Monsieur Spoon, Petitenget Bali
Artistic & Whimsical Creative Spaces
Indonesia is a massive hub for incredible artists, and their cafes heavily reflect that. These aren't just places to drink coffee; they are actual art installations, chic boutiques, and creative sanctuaries.
It's half home-decor store, half cafe, and 100% dangerous for my bank account. You sit by this gorgeous monochrome pool eating a slice of cake, and then immediately want to buy all the ceramic plates they served it on. The aesthetic is perfectly cura...
Kim Soo, Seminyak Bali
This place is massive. It’s an industrial coffee shop built right inside a vintage furniture warehouse! The lighting is incredibly moody, and taking photos among the vintage Vespas and leather couches is so much fun. Plus, their single-origin pour-ov...
Epic Coffee, Yogyakarta
If you want bright, colorful, unapologetic 60s retro vibes, this is it. Neon signs, checkered floors, and the craziest, most photogenic milkshakes you have ever seen. It’s such a fun contrast to the usual tropical Bali aesthetic, and the photos alway...
Cosmic Diner, Bali