Manhattan Cocktail Bar & Kitchen

Escape Batu Bolong's clamor at Manhattan Cocktail Bar & Kitchen—a moody New York-inspired speakeasy pairing savory botanicals with custom shisha. Slip past the outdoor terrace into low sofa seating for a long-haul dinner. Regulars steer newcomers toward the wasabi lemongrass martini and Thai lemongrass margarita—sharp, punchy pours that cut through richer plates. The kitchen turns out citrus-cured Barramundi ceviche alongside tender grilled octopus and barbecue pork ribs glazed with a sweet, savory balance. Hookah masters circulate the room mixing custom tobacco blends in sculptural water pipes, while the floor team keeps water glasses full and pacing measured. The night unwinds over shared pork belly tacos and cold Bintang before the room shifts into late-evening lounge territory.