Best After-Hours Pubs in Jakarta to Wind Down

Long week at the office, and you’re looking for a beautiful place to wind down a bit? Let’s get you to the pub pronto. After work drinks with a couple (or more) of your coworkers are a great way to bond with the team. With dozens of excellent venues offering happy hour deals and chilled-out vibes, Jakarta is home for some of the best after-work pubs in the country. We did the research, so you don’t have to! Here, we’ve gathered the best places to get a drink after work in Jakarta.

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1. SKYE Bar & Restaurant, BCA Tower

Located on the top floor of 56-story BCA Tower, SKYE Bar & Restaurant provides you a little extra pizzazz to your after-work drinking sessions. With a stunning panoramic view across Jakarta – where you can see pretty much every Jakarta’s landmark, this place –  SKYE Bar & Restaurant will surely blow your mind away. SKYE Bar & Restaurant serves a fusion of Asian and Middle-Eastern delicacies and killer drinks. Enjoy the scenery of the city skyline while sipping on one of the best seller drinks at SKYE Bar & Restaurant, Dragon Fruit Margarita- a fruity signature cocktail of tequila, orange liqueur, and homemade dragon fruit syrup. Their Black Angus Beef Tenderloin is definitely a must-try. SKYE Bar & Restaurant is the perfect place for a gathering with friends or with your significant other, with comfy sofas overlooking Jakarta’s city skyline from above.

Phone Number: +6221 23586996

Social Media: @skye_56 on Instagram 

Address:  BCA Tower Lt. 56, Jl. M.H. Thamrin No. 1, RT.001 / RW.005, Menteng, RT.1/RW.5, Menteng, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10350

Price Range: Drinks approx Rp60.000,00- Rp415.000,00

Opening Hours: 16.00 – 01.00(Monday-Sunday)

2. Lucy in the Sky, Verground SCBD

Want some happy hour euphoria in the city? Lucy in the Sky is where you want to be after your long day at work. Located in one of the busiest business centers in Jakarta, this rooftop open-air bar has long been known amongst Jakartans for its extensive drink menus and great playlists. From wines, signature mocktails, and cocktails, to handcrafted beers, Lucy in the Sky is all about excellent drinks in an amazing atmosphere. Start your night with their signature drink, Peach Breeze Martini- a blend of vodka orange, grenadine, peach liqueur, and chops of peach. Don’t miss their yummy light bites such as Salmon Crudo or Spring Onion Fritti.

Phone Number: +6221 5152308

Social Media: @lucyintheskyjakarta on Instagram 

Address: Gedung Verground Lt.2 Jalan Lingkar SCBD, Jl. Jend. Sudirman No.14, RT.5/RW.3, Senayan, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12190

Price Range: Drinks approx Rp73.000,00- Rp300.000,00

Opening Hours: 16.00 – 01.00(Monday-Friday),  16.00-03.00 (Saturday – Sunday) 

3. Loewy, Oakwood Premier Cozmo

If you’re looking for a place to unwind after a long week at work, Loewy is a local’s an expat’s favorite for laid-back boozing and exquisite drinks. Located in the heart of Mega Kuningan, Loewy is a retro French bistro with an open-air area that always gets crowded even when the music hasn’t started yet. Dressed to impress as Loewy applied the dress code rule. Loewy also has the most extensive collection of the finest single malt whiskeys in town. Loewy offers classic western dishes with a modern twist as well as Asian cuisines such as Nasi Campur- a comfort food served with crispy chicken, spicy tempeh, and beef satay. To satisfy your sweet tooth, try Loewy’s signature dessert, Mille-Feuille, which was created by Belgian Chef, Benoit Claeys. 

Phone Number: +6221 25542378

Social Media: @loewyjakarta on Instagram 

Address: Oakwood Premier Cozmo Jalan Lingkar Mega Kuningan E42 No.1, RT.5/RW.2, Kuningan, Kuningan Tim., Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12950

Price Range: Drinks approx Rp95.000,00- Rp350.000,00

Opening Hours: 07.30 – 00.00(Monday-Friday),  09.00-00.00 (Saturday – Sunday) 

4. LOLA – Espíritu y Libación, Jl. Gunawarman

LOLA – Espíritu y Libación or usually called LOLA is an underground joint hidden beneath a Japanese restaurant named FUJIN. In fact, the whole concept of this bar is Lady of Sorrow, implying that nothing fits sorrow better than alcohol. This Cuban-inspired speakeasy bar is well-known for its artsy decor and extensive drinks and foods menu. With various hearty and comforting South American delicacies, such as Cuban Sandwich, burgers, and delightful tapas, Lola is a great place to blow off some steam after work. Lola also serves a wide array of classic and seasonal cocktails, which is mostly based on Caribbean rum. This chic and trendy bar is excellent for cocktails after a long day, with a great mix of concoctions, eccentric decor, and DJs that will make you want to dance all night long.

Phone Number: +6221 27513500

Social Media: @lolajkt on Instagram 

Address: Jl. Gunawarman No.21, RT.4/RW.3, Selong, Kec. Kby. Baru, DKI Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12110

Price Range: Drinks approx Rp110.000,00- Rp350.000,00

Opening Hours: 18.00-02.00 (Monday – Saturday) 

5. BART at ARTOTEL Thamrin, Jakarta

If you’re looking for a few post-office tipples, this bar and live music venue overlooking Jakarta’s city lights is the perfect combination of fancy and casual. Stands for Bar At The Rooftop, this stylish rooftop bar nestled on the 7th floor of Artotel Hotel, Menteng, just a few steps away from Thamrin Street where most office towers are located. Witness the breath-taking view of Jakarta with their tasty comfort food and expansive drinks menu. If you come with your friends, order the “To Share” menu, and you’ll get various quick bites, such as fries, tapas, nachos, at lower prices. With contemporary cocktails, tasty finger foods, and a great atmosphere where you can chill out and immerse the view, this is one for the list.

Phone Number: +6221 31925888

Social Media: @bart_jkt on Instagram 

Address: Jl. Sunda No.3, RT.8/RW.4, Gondangdia, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10350

Price Range: Drinks approx Rp100.000,00- Rp300.000,00

Opening Hours: 17.00-01.00 (Monday – Sunday) 

There you have 5 best after-work bars in Jakarta. Remember to always drink responsibly because the deadline is still on the go. Have fun!