Must-see nightlife in South Sulawesi

  • The Level

    Makassar

    Across from the floating mosque Masjid Amirul Mukminin, the Level actually has three levels: a chill coffee bar on the ground floor, a passable restaurant…

  • Gravity Sky Lounge

    Makassar

    For the best views in the city, head to this sophisticated bar and restaurant on the 20th floor of Swissbel Hotel. A young crowd comes here for bar snacks…

  • Kafeta

    Tana Toraja

    Rantepao isn't known for its nightlife but Kafeta is a bubbling local bar with cold Bintang (60,000Rp) and a house band on weekends.

  • Kafe Kareba

    Makassar

    This long-running beer garden and music stage masquerading as a seafood restaurant on the seafront is popular with locals and visitors till the wee hours…

  • Cafe Time Out

    South Sulawesi

    In a town that does depressingly little to capitalise on its lake- and riverfront location, at least there's Time Out, whose second storey has river views…

  • Zona Cafe

    Makassar

    This popular club draws a loyal young crowd with its DJs and bands from Jakarta and its regular drink promotions. Things start to kick off after 1am on…

  • Ballairate Sunset Bar

    Makassar

    Built on stilts over the sea, this is the best-located bar in town, but rarely gets crowded. Walk right through Hotel Pantai Gapura to discover draft…

  • Kios Semarang

    Makassar

    Climb the stairs to the upper floors where you will be rewarded with a rowdy crowd downing beers and comfort grub (the spicy chicken wings are famous). It…