South Jakarta
One of the city's best spots for Indonesian single-origin coffee is this intimate micro-roastery with knowledgable baristas who can prepare coffee to your…
Must-see nightlife in Java
Central Java
This eye-catching cafe, decorated with giant cartoons, is a popular place for a juice or coffee in the evening. For those wanting to try durian without…
South Jakarta
Nice little Seattle-style coffee shop, with hexagonal floor tiles, locally roasted coffee and creative drinks like red velvet, taro or matcha lattes, and…
Jalan Jaksa Area
Find this welcoming little coffee shop next to a huge, bright street-art piece, around the corner from Hostel 35. All beans here are sourced from Java and…
Jakarta
Walk under an arched doorway to find this inconspicuous little place with minimal chic decor, chunky wooden tables, exposed concrete walls, coloured metal…
South Jakarta
Great hot beverages keep people seeking out the cafes in this mini-Jakarta chain. Natural wood details and the requisite top-end-coffeehouse chalkboard…
Jakarta
A branch of the hip 1920s-themed local coffee shop sits on a quiet lane to the south of Candra Naya. It serves a decent cup of coffee, plus Indonesian and…
Solo
This fresh, white-painted cafe sells a range of local Javanese coffees in a hip, air-conditioned space on the ground floor. There's also a pleasant open…
Jakarta
If you like board games, Addictz is a great place to spend a rainy afternoon. Order a coffee and play everything from Scrabble and Uno to more unusual…
Bandung
One of a string of pubs that make up Bandung's raucous nightlife strip is this boozy venue that's notable as one of the few (if only) places in Indonesia…
Semarang
Semarang can be lacking when it comes to nightlife, but this popular complex, right by the Simpang Lima square, contains an upmarket club, cinema and…
South Jakarta
Set in a cavernous, industrial-chic space is this upmarket coffee roaster that specialises in Indonesian beans. Take your pick from pour-overs, filter or…
Surabaya
On the top floor of the designer MaxOne hotel is this cool rooftop bar that's the perfect spot to enjoy a balmy evening with a cold drink in hand. There's…
Surabaya
Popular with all, this large upmarket pub-club, which has been going for years, has live music and a DJ every night. There's a full bar, but drinks are…
Malang
A popular hang-out for the young and cool of Malang is this corner cafe with stained-wood furnishings. It serves a wide range of local coffees and…
Semarang
A classic expat hang-out in the centre of town, this pub sells ice-cold draught Bintang as well as decent international food, including the famous OMG…
Yogyakarta
This relaxed bar has a terrace overlooking the street and attracts good reviews. The Indonesian food is reasonable here too.
Bandung
Intimate bar with live bands (mainly playing covers most nights) and a social vibe. Sizzling sate is also served.
Central Java
This lively venue hosts live bands each Saturday (7pm) and has a friendly youthful vibe. Mains cost around 22,500Rp.
Jakarta
Coffee where you least expect it, this Glodok stalwart in the heart of the Petak Sembilan Market opened in 1927. Patrons sit on mismatched plastic stools…
South Jakarta
Irish international chain pub with shaded outdoor tables, typical pub fare (burgers, flatbreads) and some Indonesian dishes for good measure. Pork cravers…
Jakarta
In a country not known for its diversity of beer options, this German-themed pub offers a point of difference with its house-brewed, unfiltered lager,…
Jakarta
If looking around the Museum Bank Indonesia and Museum Bank Mandiri leaves you in need of a pick-me-up, this little cafe sandwiched between both sights…
Semarang
With giant TV screens and opportunities for karaoke in each of the multiple cubicles, this bright red venue extends a fun night out. Besides, who can…
South Jakarta
Less about the third-wave coffee scene and more about the setting, this hang-out looks like a library. Each wall is covered floor to ceiling in books –…
Jakarta
An industrial-style hang-out built from metal containers and an upper terrace from which to watch the goings-on of Jl Cikini Raya. It serves single-origin…
South Jakarta
This grungy coffeehouse with simple wooden tables may not be as hip or fancy as others nearby, but it does brew some rather good single-origin coffees…
Jakarta
Sit outside like a pigeon at this eyrie in the sky. At the very top of one of Indonesia's biggest banks, you can lounge outside with the sweep of Jakarta…
Merdeka Square & Central Jakarta
This very small, simple cafe next to the main post office is handy if you're in need of a pick-me-up while exploring Jakarta's big squares. It serves…
South Jakarta
Claiming to be the first authentic Irish bar in Jakarta, Murphy's is an institution, with dozens of whiskies on the shelf, Guinness on tap, plus Irish…
South Jakarta
Stylish lounge on the ground floor of an office block. It's popular with expats escaping their embassy day jobs and corporate offices in the surrounding…
Jakarta
Workroom Coffee has Scandi-like modern interiors set up for co-working; there are plenty of single spaces for those wanting to use their laptop. The food…
Jakarta
One of the only options for a cold beer or cocktail inside the Ancol Luar Biasa amusement park is this worn wooden bar on a jetty overlooking a large lake.
Yogyakarta
This 'VVIP' venue boasts a large central dance floor and a pumping sound system, and features electronic DJs. It attracts a young student crowd and there…
Café Juminten Restaurant & Gallery
Central Java
This attractive cafe, on a quiet street parallel to the main road through town, draws a young crowd. It acts as a venue for occasional live music…
Yogyakarta
This hole-in-the-wall cafe (little more than a shack but decidedly shabby chic) offers a chance to sample beans from across the archipelago.
Jalan Jaksa Area
One of the few spots in the area to grab a cold beer after hours is this worn 24-hour diner decked out in retro 1930s decor. Enjoy a drink on its outdoor…
Bandung
Locally known as the 'naughty bar'. The beer flows late at this pub-style expat and bar-girl hangout. It's actually not that sleazy, and there’s a popular…
