Modernhaus
Selong, Jakarta
Bar in Jakarta, Indonesia
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Why go
Modernhaus is worth prioritizing for a design-forward cocktail night in Senopati, especially for dates or small groups that want a more intentional room than a casual Jakarta bar crawl. The awards profile is strong, so treat it as a planned booking rather than an easy fallback.
About Modernhaus
Is Modernhaus worth considering in Jakarta right now? It is a Jakarta bar with a notable recognition profile: Top 500 Bars Best Bars #293 (2025), World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #12 (2025), Tatler 2025 listing in Best Bars Asia-Pacific, Tatler 2025 Best Design. The dress code is smart casual, so plan for a polished bar visit rather than an ultra-casual stop.
For cuisine, food menu, drink list, seating count, opening hours, price range, reservation policy, outdoor seating, or service format, check directly with Modernhaus before you go. Treat Modernhaus as a design-recognized Jakarta bar with strong awards credentials, confirm menu, format, scheduling details when planning.
A Jakarta bar with design and awards recognition
Modernhaus stands out for its unusually clear recognition: Top 500 Bars Best Bars #293 (2025), World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #12 (2025), Tatler 2025 Best Bars Asia-Pacific, Tatler 2025 Best Design. Those accolades support positioning it as a serious Jakarta bar with design credibility.
Practical details should be checked directly before you go, including neighborhood, address, hours, menu format, price range, seating style, group suitability. If you are comparing options, consider other venues such as Brilliant by Langham, Carrots Bar, Nautilus Bar, Pantja, or The Cocktail Club, while confirming current details through each venue's own channels.
Who should prioritize it, who should not
Prioritize Modernhaus if you want a Jakarta bar with awards recognition and a smart-casual dress code. It is a stronger fit for guests who care about design recognition and bar accolades than for anyone who needs detailed advance certainty on menu, pricing, seating, or timing.
Do not make assumptions about lunch, dinner, outdoor seating, happy hour, dietary accommodations, take-out, delivery, or a specific drinks program. For visitors building a wider Jakarta itinerary, pair the bar plan with our full Jakarta restaurants guide and confirm the current operating details directly with Modernhaus before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- Jl. Senopati No.79, Selong, Kec. Kby. Baru, Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12190
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- uniongroupjakarta.com/brands/modernhaus/modernhaus-senopati
- Phone
- +62 817-7233-3368
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Modernhaus reads first as a design statement: the fit-out is the opening argument and the reason the venue stands out on Senopati. The space is celebrated for its considered aesthetics — Tatler Asia awarded it a Leading Design badge — so interiors are a deliberate part of the experience rather than background. That emphasis shapes expectations: you arrive anticipating layered details, precise material choices and a sense of refinement. While the bar sits within a lively corridor of serious restaurants and bars, Modernhaus foregrounds crafted surroundings and a measured, elegant atmosphere that complements the drinks and food programming.
Best For
Modernhaus suits evening visits where the interplay between drinks and food matters. It works well for after-work drinks that lean into thoughtful cocktails, date nights where atmosphere and presentation are part of the evening, and group outings that appreciate an elevated bar menu. The write-up frames the venue among Asia-Pacific bars that design food alongside cocktails, so visits skew toward dinner and late-evening socialising rather than quick daytime stops. Expect a place aimed at guests who value both design-led interiors and a deliberate, food-aware drinking programme.
Ordering Tips
Treat the menu as an integrated drinks-and-food editorial: dishes are conceived to extend or contrast the flavour logic of cocktails rather than act as an afterthought. Ask staff for pairings or the bar’s recommended sequence so a dish can either echo a cocktail’s notes or provide a counterpoint. If you’re with a companion or a small group, order a selection of small plates to share alongside a couple of cocktails to experience how the kitchen and bar are curated to work together. Prioritise dishes presented as intentionally paired with drinks when possible.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting living room-like setting with rich wood tones, vibrant color accents, and large windows framing the SCBD skyline and surrounding trees; intimate yet social atmosphere.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
- Celery
- Tomato
- Cempaka
Planning details
Location
Jl. Senopati No.79, Selong, Kec. Kby. Baru, Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12190 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Pantja, Notable alternative
- The Cocktail Club, Notable alternative
- Nautilus Bar, Notable alternative
- Brilliant by Langham, Notable alternative
- Carrots Bar, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Modernhaus compares in Jakarta
Choose Modernhaus when design, recognition, a polished Senopati setting matter more than ease. Against Pantja and The Cocktail Club, it reads as the more atmosphere-led call for a deliberate cocktail night, while those peers may make more sense when the priority is a broader, less formal Jakarta night out.
Nautilus Bar and Brilliant by Langham are better cross-shops if the group wants a hotel-adjacent or more composed setting. Modernhaus is the pick for guests who care about current bar recognition and design energy; Brilliant by Langham is the safer-feeling alternative for a more controlled evening.
If availability is the issue, also check Carrots Bar. It is the practical backup from this set when the goal is to stay within Jakarta's cocktail lane without making the whole night depend on one hard table.
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Compare Modernhaus
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Modernhaus | Jakarta | 2026 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #11Top 500 Bars 2026 · #3412025 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #12Top 500 Bars 2025 · #293Tatler Best Bars Asia-Pacific 2025 |
| Pantja | Jakarta | No published awards |
| The Cocktail Club | Jakarta | Top 500 Bars 2025 · #4592024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #122023 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #192022 Asia's Best Bars · #32Pearl Recommended Bars |
| Nautilus Bar | Jakarta | No published awards |
| Brilliant by Langham | Jakarta | No published awards |
| Carrots Bar | Jakarta | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the food good at Modernhaus?
For cuisine, food menu, or dining format details, check directly with Modernhaus. Its recognition includes Top 500 Bars Best Bars #293 (2025), World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #12 (2025), Tatler 2025 Best Bars Asia-Pacific, Tatler 2025 Best Design.
What's the crowd like at Modernhaus?
Modernhaus is in Jakarta, has a smart-casual dress code, has received Tatler 2025 Best Design recognition. For the current crowd and atmosphere, check with the venue directly.
Is Modernhaus good for groups?
Is Modernhaus good for a date?
Modernhaus has design recognition and a smart-casual dress code, which may make it appealing for a polished bar plan. Compare the fit with The Cocktail Club if you are weighing different bar options.
