Opera Pastry Cafe — Restaurant in Yogyakarta

My credentials as a food critic are simply decades of eating at every level of restaurants in Los Angeles. Everything from $1 chili dogs to $60 steaks.

This is not to compare with them but to give my honest opinion of the offerings at Opera.

In the past week we have eaten at Opera three times. Twice for dinner, once breakfast.

Each meal will get a brief critique and rating, 10 being food heaven, 1...forget about it.

Big Breakfast Described on the menu served with an omelette. Instead the eggs, dead center on the plate, came undercooked sunnyside up, soaking the surrounding item with mucus like egg whites. Later I saw a photo of the meal showing sunnyside eggs, not an omelette. The accompanying sausage were two small, taste lacking, hot dogs. The potatoes and salad were good. Score...2

Eggs Florentine Very nice dish. The eggs were perfectly boiled, resting on toast with a very good avocado spread, similar to guacamole. Score...8

Meltique Ribeye Teriyaki I have absolutely no idea what the meat is on this dish. It looked nothing similar to the great photo they have posted. It seemed to be some form of beef that had been pulverized and reconstructed. It did not have a steak like texture and looked like reformed Spam. I ordered it with spaghetti as a choice was offered, rice being the other option. It got delivered with rice. I sent it back for correction. The spaghetti in a mushroom sauce is unremarkable. Score...1

My wife had the barumundi fish entree twice. Each time the meal was different. We also ordered the fried mushrooms, both times different in quantity and taste. These inconsistencies can result in the downfall of any business.

My friends sandwhich order never got noted. He had to reorder after everyone else was served.

Opera offers a wonderful selection of delicious pastries. This is their forte. The cheese cake is excellent, when fresh. Cinnamon rolls delicious, just to note a couple.

Update on pastry. It is stored in open air displays. The heat and humidity will destroy them rapidly.

My friends cheese cake was awful. Old, dried out.

Ambiance is okay. All meals were eaten in the front AC room. We prereserved a table for five, as they do not have much seating in this area. Our table was waiting upon arrival with a personalized reserved sign on it. Nice touch!

Service is you all too commonly found Indonesian method. Take the order, deliver the order. Only return when hailed. Otherwise, you're on your own.

Recommendations Deliver meals that resemble the photos.

Wait staff be attentive.

Stop serving that steak I ordered.

Serve all meals warm at the same time. Ours came one about every five to ten minutes.

Overall score...7

Out of the five in our group, three enjoyed their entrees. Two vowed not to return for food but would for pastries/coffee. All agreed that for the price there are better offerings at other restaurants.

As mentioned this is only MY opinion. No two experience anything alike. I recommend trying Opera, most likely you will enjoy it.

Update! In response to your response.

No one asked how I want the eggs.

The Meltique Ribeye looked absolutely nothing like the photo on your site and when I showed it to the waitress asking for that meal was assured I was ordering that meal, not what I got...If that is waygu, I was not at all impressed.

My wife's barumundi meal one night was encircled with mixed vegetables, last night it was totally different.

These substitutions are a serious problem for a restaurant. I can guarantee most patrons want what they see, that is why they order specific items. Perhaps it was a mistake for us to have looked at the photos posted on your website before we came, after all, they were what stimulated us to come.

Sorry, but highly doubt after three visits within one week that we will return for a meal. We will return for pastries and coffee, but will not take the risk of having problems that seem to be ongoing.

Thank you...

We had an unpleasant experience today (20/8/2024) at this establishment. We went there to have brunch. 2 of us ordered breakfast and 3 of us ordered lunch. At first it seemed that the service was great coz we asked cold milk as a beverage that was not on the menu and they happily provided. But our happiness ended at that. The twos that ordered breakfast got their food after about 20 - 30 minutes and the other three had to wait for another 20 minutes for their food. It meant that we had to watch each other eating our food. Yay! 😃 The worst part is that one of us ordered double cheese burger without anything other than cheese and meat (it even stated on the receipt "only cheese and meat"🙈). Just bun, meat and cheese. Easy We thought! But noooo. We had to send back the food two times. First because there was mayonnaise in it and second because there was onion on the cheese. Their solution was that they scrapped the mayonnaise and put the meat back to the grill so that the mayonnaise was not seen and then they scrapped the cheese without putting new cheese. So basically what we got was a beef burger.

I was to tired to send back the frea*g burger for the third time because at that time as we had already waited for about 1 hour and send back the burger two times. Then when I asked for a discount coz we didn't get what we ordered ( I had to asked for a discount 🙈). The first staff said he couldn't give me discount coz it was not him that took the food order 🤷‍♀️. I was like "I don't really care who's it was. It was the cafes that did not follow through what we ordered". Then the second staff said that we could get a discount for the mistake. Throughout the whole ordeal no apologies was said by the staff.

The food tasted good. It was not mind blowing good but ok. But the service was very...

Title: A Gastronomic Delight - A Review of Opera Pastry Cafe in Indonesia

Rating: 4/5 stars

Opera Pastry Cafe in Indonesia offers a delightful culinary experience with its delectable array of homemade treats. From the moment I walked in, the tantalizing aroma of freshly baked pastries filled the air, promising a memorable dining adventure.

The highlight of Opera Pastry Cafe undoubtedly lies in its mouthwatering selection of delectable pastries and confections, all meticulously crafted in-house. Each bite was a delightful explosion of flavors, showcasing the dedication and skill of the pastry chefs. From flaky croissants to decadent cakes, everything tasted as good as it looked.

The cafe's service deserves praise as well. The staff was attentive and friendly, ready to assist with recommendations and ensuring a pleasant dining experience.

However, it's important to note that the quality and craftsmanship at Opera Pastry Cafe come at a premium. Compared to other cafes in the area, the prices are relatively higher. While the delectable offerings and excellent service justify the cost, it might be a consideration for budget-conscious diners.

In conclusion, Opera Pastry Cafe is a haven for pastry enthusiasts seeking a delightful and authentic experience. With its delicious homemade treats and top-notch service, it's an excellent destination for indulging in sweet pleasures. Considering the overall experience, I would confidently rate Opera Pastry Cafe 4...