Located inside Le Meridien Jakarta, La Boutique Gourmande is a place where you can indulge in decadent sweets. This cozy cafe has a stunning display of all things sweet ranging from eclairs, crème brûlée, cakes, tarts, short cakes to cookies and more. They have an inviting interior where you sample these treats, while contemplating which items to take-out for devouring them later.

Colette & Lola is an endearing cafe known for their selection of decadent cakes. Vibrant colors are inextricable from the place's charm, the setting is warm and cozy and it's always filled with aromas of freshly-baked goodies. The display is lined with artistically made cakes that taste just as good as they look. Their slices are perfect with a cup of coffee and a good book, while the bigger variants come most recommended for any special occasion. You can also shop for interesting kitchen supplies and other quirky items at the cafe.

Fitting very much into the so-called gastropub genre, Union is a veritable haven for Jakarta's yuppies (and a few older types as well). However, this is definitely not a case of style over substance, since the food is of the very highest order and meticulously prepared. Take, for example, the Bourbon pork ribs. They have been slow roasted for a long six hours, and it shows since it is incredibly tender and utterly delicious. Moreover, some concessions have been made to local tastes, although the creativity has always been maintained. Mie ayam (chicken noodles) with foie gras anyone? If you don't fancy anything too heavy, dig into a freshly baked item from Union's bakery. The drinks menu, as you might imagine, is extensive and includes a selection of wines and awe-inspiring cocktails. – Martin Jenkins

BetterCHOCOlatethannever is a must visit for those with a sweet tooth. A stylish cafe furnished with comfy seats and illuminated in gentle lights, the place sets a perfect tone for the decadent bliss that's about to commence. As the name suggests, chocolate takes center stage at betterCHOCOlatethannever. The cafe has a delicious menu featuring everything from cakes, fudges, cupcakes, pastries, ice creams and other chocolate-laden delights. You can also pick chocolate boxes as gifts.

Named after Korean shaved ice, Patbingsoo serves great shaved ice desserts, Korean food, and some interesting drinks. The interiors feature a whitewashed exposed brick wall with a mural showcasing the logo and the shaved ice desserts served here. Blue, orange and yellow seating add nice pops of colors in the otherwise monochromatic space. A must-have here is Incheon Bingsoo, a Tiramisu coffee dessert created out of layers of snow ice, mascarpone cream, biscuit, coffee, and choco powder. You can also try the Dongdaemun Bingsoo, a dessert made from banana, Ovaltine, pat and vanilla ice cream. If you love matcha, try Chungmuro Patbingsoo, made with matcha, pat, cornflakes, and matcha ice cream. You can also enjoy the Korean classic, Bibimbap here, along with Subak, a soju and watermelon cocktail.