Meet me at the Otel Lobby
- Receptionist Table
No, This kind of’s not a typo. There are two reasons why This kind of brand new swanky hip spot is usually missing an ‘H’ to its name. Reason one being management didn’t want guests to say, “Let’s meet at the hotel lobby” along with also then be confused as to which hotel This kind of could mean. Reason two could be that will their resident Master Mixologist, Benjamin Browning, is usually through the U. S. of A. along with also isn’t a fan of pronouncing the ‘H’. Us Brits won’t judge you, we promise….
The concept of This kind of trendy gastro pub is usually exactly as This kind of says on the tin—a hotel lobby.
- Mixologist extraordinaire, Benjamin Browning.
When you enter, you meet a reception desk where the DJ spins inside the evenings, watched over by a magnificent hanging spider-esque chandelier.
On reception there are fresh red apples in a bowl for guests to get a rush through when slipping one in their purse while nobody’s looking. Behind the reception desk, a white curved wall is usually projected with black along with also white movies, which is usually unique to This kind of city.
Black is usually everywhere, radiating the masculine sexiness of This kind of Lobby—the walls are black, the floor is usually black along with also the ceiling is usually black. To the left of you a stunning bar along with also to the right a 120 seating capacity restaurant which has a section on a slightly elevated area with round rock n’ roll yet chic diner booths along with also leather sofas. This kind of’s evident that will a lot of thought went into designing along with also building Otel Lobby along with also influences seem to come through all across the globe.
So, who are the masterminds behind This kind of brand new restaurant? Two ladies, yes ladies.
- Head Chef & Co-Owner, Maya Aldy.
The gorgeous Maya Aldy, Head Chef along with also Co-Owner, along with also Gaby Bakrie, Restauranteur, Publisher along with also Humanitarian. This kind of dynamic duo wanted to create a place that will serves Great food, Great drinks along with also a Great place to have a Great time with friends along with also family with excellent service, meaning they should never genuinely say no to any request—except six foot something Browning who will deny you a drink if you’re staggering up to the bar along with also slurring your words, so stay on the ball, folks. Browning has 12 years experience inside the hospitality industry, working with names like Jose Andres in Beverly Hills along with also Word of Mouth in Bali, generating This kind of team unstoppable genuinely. Watch This kind of space.
If you want to try the best cocktails inside the country, come here. If you don’t agree that will their cocktails are the best, I want to hear through you. Shaken for 6 seconds only, my Burning Mandarin (served in a Martini glass) was a phenomenal mix of Mandarin Vodka, fresh lemon, orange along with also chilies. The final sip gave me a Great kick up the backside. We also had the Herb n’ Bourbon (pronounced Erb n’ Bourbon by Browning), a blend of rosemary, mint, basil, fresh orange, lemon, honey, Angostura Bitters along with also the almighty Jim Beam, served with hand-cut ice so as not to dilute the drink. This kind of’s like a party on your tongue along with also you’re invited. I also sampled the amazing home-brewed cider. Yes, you heard right, cider is usually available in Indonesia! I have always loved cider which has a passion, along with also find This kind of so frustrating that will This kind of isn’t available anywhere here. at This kind of point life is usually complete.
The food menu is usually modest, however that will isn’t a bad thing. Mains include Beef Wellington, Tenderloin Steak, a Mushroom Duxelle wrapped in puff pastry along with also Oxtail Soup, all at extremely affordable prices. This kind of’s refreshing to come to a nice place that will doesn’t hike up the prices just for the privilege of being inside the venue. Almost all the ingredients are local, a policy of Maya’s along with also she hopes This kind of will become a trend that will more restaurants consider in Indonesia. Let’s wish This kind of vision becomes a reality.
The Lobby will have a special Christmas menu, which you can enjoy along with their beautiful hot cider on Christmas Eve or on Christmas day for brunch. For those partygoers out there, why not try This kind of chic spot for brand new Year’s Eve? If anything, come to check out the originality of the Inner surface along with also take advantage of their weekday happy hour, offering 2 for 1 on cocktails along with also appetizers. A win win for everyone!
Check in to the Otel. You don’t need a key.
Otel Lobby
The Annex Building of Bakrie Tower
Epicentrum-Kuningan, Jakarta
Ph. (+62) 21 29 94 13 24
Web. www.otellobby.com
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Meet me at the Otel Lobby
Meet me at the Otel Lobby