Bars and Cafes

Dokmai
As a regular visitor to Semarang I can never go past this restaurant. Its an original Thai theme right down to the uniforms. The chef has 15yrs experience with Thai food and now they have delicious Indian as well. It has a great pub built inside that is family friendly (unusual for Semarang) and a great place to catch up with most of the Semarang ex-pats to get the local gossip and places to go (and stay away from) there is satellite tv sports/news. Great priced drinks and very good happy hours, clean and fresh air cond. Also a large book exchange ! Western food is also available at the bar if your hanging out for a burger or fish and chips.

Their Tom Yam Talai Spicy Seafood Soup is by far the best I have ever tasted outside of Thailand. They have weekly specials and theme nights also, sometimes a Thai Barbeque. The new Indian menu though not totally traditional Indian is exceptionally tasty. I have a weak stomach but have NEVER been sick here even from the salads. It must be one of the cleanest eats in town. All food is served fresh and hot with excellent service.