Jakarta is a thriving centre for entertainment and nightlife. Karaoke is a popular activity for both locals and tourists, and Jakarta has a plethora of bars with karaoke sessions to meet this demand.
These bars offer an enjoyable experience for those looking to sing their hearts out and have a good time with friends and family, ranging from traditional to modern, intimate to lively. Jakarta’s karaoke bars have something for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned performer or a nervous first-timer.
Duck Down Bar
Duck Down Bar is an American dive bar-inspired establishment that is located at SOHO Building Basement Floor, Jl. Gunawarman No. 61, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta. Since its inception, the bar has received numerous accolades for its daring appearance and the positive vibe it exudes.
Housed in an underground basement, the dingy interior and audacious posters covering the walls add to the establishment’s mystery. Once inside, patrons are greeted by dimmed lights all around the corner, leading them to nod their heads to music ranging from AC/DC, Metallica, Mötley Crüe, Jimi Hendrix, and Guns N’ Roses to guilty pleasures like 90s Britney and younger Taylor Swift.
They also have regular karaoke sessions that are always held every Thursday from 9.30 p.m. till you were running out of voice. Every karaoke session hosted by Duck Down Bar is always packed with visitors, thanks to their diverse selection of songs. So that the experience of karaoke together is always on both locals’ and tourists’ bucket lists.
Meltdown by ToriBar
Meltdown by ToriBar is a popular bar and restaurant in Grand Panglima Polim 88 4th Floor, Panglima Polim, South Jakarta. The bar has a cosy and intimate feel to it, with dim lighting and stylish decor that creates a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.
Meltdown is best known for its extensive cocktail menu, which is expertly crafted by skilled bartenders using premium ingredients. The food menu features a variety of Japanese-inspired dishes, such as sushi and yakitori, that are ideal for sharing drinks with friends.
Meltdown by ToriBar is known for its karaoke sessions as well, which include a variety of themes in each show; from guilty pleasures to musician tributes, in addition to its cocktails and Japanese dishes. Due to the session’s tentative schedule, we recommend keeping their social media in mind for future sessions.
Tori Kaizoku
Tori Kaizoku is a trendy and vibrant Japanese-themed bar in South Jakarta’s bustling Mega Kuningan neighbourhood. The bar is designed to look like a traditional Japanese pirate ship, with its unique decor and lively ambience providing guests with an immersive experience.
Tori Kaizoku’s menu includes a variety of Japanese-inspired dishes such as sushi, tempura, and yakitori, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. The bar also has a large selection of sake and Japanese whiskies, as well as a variety of creative cocktails created by skilled bartenders.
Tori Kaizoku also has numerous karaoke sessions that have various themes for each show, especially for those who are into J-culture because they frequently held Japanese-themed sessions for their karaoke sets.
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