Dine & Sip

Matcha Afternoon Tea Season 2 at Park Hyatt Jakarta

By PORTALTO Editor

2 March 2026

Jakarta moves fast. But on Level 23 at Park Hyatt Jakarta, the pace slows just enough for you to notice the details from the way sunlight filters into the Conservatory, the quiet hum of conversation, the soft sound of a bamboo whisk meeting ceramic.

High Tea Just Went Green

From 15 January to 31 March 2026, the hotel presents Matcha Afternoon Tea Season 2 at the Conservatory, priced at IDR 350,000++ per person. We visited to experience it firsthand, and what we found wasn’t just another pretty tea set — it was thoughtful, interactive, and surprisingly fun. It's definitely a modern ritual designed for today’s Jakarta.

Who would have thought that the classic high-end hotel afternoon tea would evolve into a full-on matcha ritual? Move over earl grey and scones! Now here we are in Jakarta, whisking bright green Japanese tea ourselves inside a five-star hotel. It’s unexpected, but it also makes sense cause since last year matcha has become the star of a modern luxury afternoon for all. It’s a shift that feels both surprising and perfectly timed.

An Afternoon Tea That Begins with Intention

Unlike traditional tiered tea sets that lead with sweets, this matcha-forward journey opens with a refined savory course — immediately signaling that this is not your typical hotel afternoon tea. Created by Pastry Chef Ali Saleh in collaboration with Uji Matcha Indonesia, the menu explores matcha beyond the obvious.

The experience begins savory. The tuna inari arrives first — delicate, clean, topped with avruga caviar. Then scallop with hijiki and wasabi yuzu mayo, bright and balanced. A Japanese curry crab tart with matcha follows, warm and slightly earthy. None of it feels heavy. Each bite feels so well thoughts for customers.

The Middle Course: Where Ritual Becomes Personal

Midway through, the wagyu beef sando appears. Soft bread, tender beef, a gentle kick of spicy aioli. It anchors the menu and makes the experience feel substantial rather than snack-like.

Then comes the part that changes the mood of the table: the DIY usucha.

We whisked our own matcha. Not perfectly. Not ceremonially strict. Just honestly. The staff explains the technique, but it doesn’t feel like a lesson. It feels like participation. There’s something grounding about watching the powder dissolve, about trying to create that soft foam on top.

Some guests opted for the Crystal Cube add-on (IDR 50,000++, subject to availability), which chills the matcha latte without dilution. It’s visually striking — and practical. A small luxury detail that people here in Jakarta loves.

The apple and kiwi matcha palate cleanser resets everything before sweets begin.

The Sweet Finale: Matcha in All Its Textures

And the sweets are layered in both flavor and texture. Anko with matcha namelaka — smooth, restrained. A matcha latte dessert with vanilla cream — comforting. Mont Blanc with pear and chestnut — structured, slightly earthy, quietly elegant. Strawberry shortcake with white bean cream — fresh and bright.

The final touch, a waffle cone with matcha ice cream and crème brûlée, feels playful. It makes the table smile.

Why Matcha Afternoon Tea Season 2 Feels Different

But beyond the food, what stayed with us was the tone of the afternoon.

It wasn’t overly formal. It wasn’t rushed. Imagine teenage girls taking photos, mothers talking softly over tea, couples sharing bites. Even we can see a man will be enjoying this experience and try to focused on whisking his matcha correctly.

That’s the charm of this experience. It’s refined, yes. The setting is undeniably luxurious. But it doesn’t feel intimidating, everyone will surely love to try this at least once!

At IDR 350,000++, it feels balanced for what you receive from quality ingredients, interactive elements, skyline views, and the kind of service Park Hyatt consistently delivers.

In a city where dining experiences often try to impress loudly, this one succeeds quietly.

You leave not just full but with a wholesome experience.

And sometimes, that’s worth more than the matcha itself.