Jakarta’s Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD) never sleeps, and its culinary landscape is constantly evolving in unique ways. The latest trend currently capturing the attention of young executives, fitness enthusiasts, and the urban community is the arrival of SUBFORM.
Located within the trendy SOL Collective Space, this venue brings an innovative hybrid café concept that perfectly tracks the pulse of metropolitan life.
SUBFORM does not wish to be merely another conventional coffee shop. Instead, the venue is meticulously designed as an “All-Day Destination” to cater to the ever-changing moods and needs of its visitors throughout the day.
The space is built to “live” alongside its patrons. From serving early morning sports communities—such as runners, cyclists, and car clubs looking for a post-workout spot—to welcoming corporate professionals transitioning from business meetings to a late-night bar, SUBFORM adapts effortlessly.
For serious coffee lovers, SUBFORM offers an appeal that is hard to resist. Its dedication to quality is evident in a rigorous six-month Research & Development process where local Indonesian coffee beans are selected to take centre stage.
Furthermore, their bar area is equipped with premium Modbar espresso machines from Italy, worth hundreds of millions of rupiah. Unlike conventional coffee machines, which are bulky and often obstruct the barista-customer connection, Modbar conceals its main mechanical system beneath the counter (under-counter).
This modern, minimalist design leaves only an elegant espresso tap visible on the bar counter. While visitors can enjoy numerous classic coffee options, you absolutely must try their speciality, the Mont Blanc.
As midday and afternoon approach, SUBFORM’s atmosphere shifts smoothly to become a productive space for office workers in the SCBD area seeking a relaxed meeting spot or a satisfying place for lunch.
The food menu offers familiar comfort food executed with modern techniques, presenting an elevated fusion of Western and Indonesian cuisines. Some must-try signature dishes include Nasi Goreng Cumi, that features a perfectly balanced, savoury squid ink texture that is flavorful without being overwhelming. As well as elevated local dishes such as Soto Tangkar and Bakmi.
As the sun sets and the lights of the SCBD skyscrapers begin to come on, SUBFORM sheds its role as a productive daytime café and transforms into a vibrant social space.
This is where craft cocktails, including innovative coffee-based cocktails, take the spotlight. These signature drinks offer something strong, smooth, and slightly unexpected by fusing premium coffee culture with high-end mixology.
Embracing the hybrid concept from “first coffee to last drink,” this latest spot in the heart of Jakarta offers a unique culinary experience for anyone moving to the rhythm of the city.
Address: SOL Collective Space, Kav. 52-53, Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Lot 17A, Senayan, Kec. Kby. Baru, South Jakarta
Phone: 0813-3998-840
