D.Classic — Restaurant in Jakarta

I was genuinely disappointed with my recent visit. I was invited by a friend who booked a room, but given the tiny size of the space, it could not accommodate our entire group, so some of us were seated at the table directly in front of the room.

I left earlier with a couple of friends, and to my surprise, one of the waiters shouted at us and even chased after me in a very rude manner, accusing us as though we had failed to settle the bill. Regardless of the situation, such behavior is completely unacceptable for any establishment that claims to be in the hospitality business.

Hospitality is about grace, respect, and discretion. Even if there was a billing issue, there are professional ways to handle it — shouting and chasing guests is not one of them. As someone who frequents premium venues both in Jakarta and abroad, I know the difference between establishments that understand hospitality and those that do not.

This experience left me feeling insulted rather than welcomed. Until the management instills proper training and culture in their team, I cannot...

I recently visited D Classic, a cocktail bar located in Jakarta. It's a place I often frequent. This spot is one of the city's most charming hidden gems. From the moment I stepped in, the sophisticated interior and warm lighting welcomed me. The bartender, hailing from Japan, displayed cocktail-making skills that were like watching an art form.

The whiskey-based cocktail I ordered had a subtle fragrance that filled my mouth, and the bartender's delicate touch perfected the flavor. The water and snacks provided alongside the cocktail were also excellent.

The music heightened the atmosphere, and conversations with friends lasted all night. D Classic is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or enjoy a pleasant time with friends. I highly recommend experiencing it if you visit Jakarta. I will certainly...

A classic high end cocktail bar. If you're coming here by chance, one word : BEHAVE. This place isn't like the other noisy, shouting, laughing, applauding, yelling, cheers-ing by knocking glasses so hardly, crowd-funded bars that you've been to. No. Watch your manners here. Or be scolded by the master. He isn't shy on letting you know you're annoying or misbehaving. This is the kind of up classy bars you find in Ginza. That's what the master has brought here to this barbaric nation. It is a very good thing, as people will have a place to learn how to behave, how to socialize & communicate with decency and proper attitude and not like cavemen. So be...