Mal Kelapa Gading: Fashion, food & entertainment under one roof
Mal Kelapa Gading: Fashion, food & entertainment under one roof
Susanna Tjokro, Contributor, The Jakarta Post
Do you like strolling through a mall -- and shopping -- in
your spare time? If you do, drop by Mal Kelapa Gading, where you
can shop, watch movies, dine, play games and go bowling as well
as keep your kids entertained at the mall's Jungle Jump. With a
total area of up to 130,000 square meters, Mal Kelapa Gading is
one of the largest shopping malls in Jakarta. With approximately
600 tenants, the mall brings together fashion, food and
entertainment under one roof.
Mal Kelapa Gading has no shortage of cool, interesting shops
-- this mall will keep any shopaholic busy all day. Braun Buffel,
Marks & Spencer, Elle, Guess and Next are just a few of its
foreign brands.
Meanwhile, about 30 famous local designers fill the exclusive
fashion shopping spot The Catwalk, including Anne Avantie and
Kanaya Tabitha. Fashion shows are also held at The Catwalk.
When love is in the air, drop by Bridal World a one stop
service for all wedding needs, from invitations to bridal gowns
-- dedicated to making your special day memorable and stress-
free.
For chic and cool fashion as well as accessories, FashionHUB
is the spot to check out. Their merchandise is geared toward
youngsters and young-at-heart fashionistas. Designed with
Harajuku Street Style in mind (which is famous for its ultra-hip
shops), this vibrant 2,000 sq m fashion hub is filled with shops
that offer countless oh-so-cute clothes and accessories in an
upbeat contemporary atmosphere -- making shopping at this spot
quite an experience.
Those with a fetish for shoes in all styles, shapes and sizes
can shop to their heart's content at various shoes shops, like
Yongki Komaladi, Rotelli and Sole Effect, among others.
Meanwhile, Stop N' Go Service can repair your shoes as well as
bags.
Batik lovers shouldn't miss Batik Keris, where they can buy
high-quality batik. If you're in the mood for a bit of luxury,
drop by Benteng Jewelry or Frank & Co or other jewelry shops at
the mall, and buy something for yourself -- admit it, self
indulgence feels good.
The health conscious can head for Natural Farm, Guardian and
Century Health Care for their supply of vitamins and supplements.
Tea lovers can stop by Teh Enam Tiga to quench their thirst. If
you're into reflexology, drop by The Oriental Health Care and
you'll feel fresh and rejuvenated.
This mall also houses several unique and interesting shops,
like Sox Galeri and Hobby Craft Studio. Sox Galeri specializes in
socks. Even if you're not a sock collector, you will still be
fascinated by the collection of colorful, candy-colored socks in
this shop.
Hobby Craft Studio sells imported as well as local goods, a
haven for needle-work devotees. The merchandise comes from
Indonesia, Japan, Germany and France, among other countries.
Metallic threads, knitting needles and crochet hooks -- you name
it -- they have everything. You may also take cross-stitch,
Hardanger embroidery, knitting & crochet, paper clay as well as
paper tole courses there.
Mal Kelapa Gading is anchored by Sogo and Diamond department
store and supermarket and they are among the main draws here.
If you go to the mall along with your kids, let them have fun
at Jungle Jump - there is lots of fun and excitement there. The
place, with a unique jungle theme, is packed with fun stuff, like
a spider web, labyrinth and ball pool. The good news is you may
leave your kids there and let them have fun while you shop
around. No worries, the trained staff will take care of your
kids.
Actually, Jungle Jump is located inside Kids Safari, the one-
stop entertainment center for children where you can find Kiddy
Cuts hair salon as well as several shops that offer products for
children, from toys to furniture.
If you need a break from shopping, stop by one of the
entertainment facilities, such as Gading XXI cinemas, Time Zone
games gallery or Viva Bowling Alley with 24 lanes -- the choice
is yours.
Feeling hungry? Mal Kelapa Gading has a wide variety of food
to fill your tummy, from western to traditional Indonesian food;
you will be spoilt by the choices available. Food Temptation, the
mall's food court, is the biggest indoor food courts in
Indonesia, with an area of 6,000 sq m and 2,000 seating capacity.
Gado-gado Boplo, Bakmi GM, Sate Padang Mak Syukur, Java Kitchen,
Sakae Sushi, Chopstix and Kentucky, are some among the many
outlets.
Alternatively, if you're looking for a cozy hangout with cafes
set in an area that has the charm of a European sidewalk, Gourmet
Walk is the spot.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Starbucks, Pizza Hut and Bread
Talk are among the popular brands that also filled Mal Kelapa
Gading.
All in all, Mal Kelapa Gading offers interesting merchandise,
from bric-a-brac to luxury goods, an eclectic selection of food,
as well as entertainment for you and your family -- all under one
roof, not to mention that the mall is also actually an inviting
place to escape the vagaries of the weather or just window-shop.
Chances are, with so many shops and a wide variety of
merchandise, you will never walk out with nothing in your hand --
don't say I didn't warn you.
Mal Kelapa Gading
Jl. Bulevar Kelapa Gading Blok M
Kelapa Gading Permai, Jakarta
Tel: 4531101