STUDIO BILLY sits above Billy’s Deli, accessed via an elevator that makes it feel like being buzzed in from an intercom. While the deli downstairs channels New York through coffee and food, the studio upstairs interprets the city as a home—specifically Billy’s—where settling into the sofa feels like waiting for the host to emerge from his room.
If the interior says anything about him, it’s that Billy takes pride in presenting belongings neatly. The room feels spacious, yet filled with things to linger over while anticipating a drink. Bookshelves, New York-sourced paintings, and vinyls tucked behind the DJ booth hint at his lore, while a piano invites guests to spark conversations. Early evenings here serve as a soft landing after work or post-shopping in Senayan. As the night unfolds, the room comes alive—trivia sparks conversation, live jazz sets the tone, and the energy builds naturally, whether for pre-drinks before heading deeper into Senopati or for simply letting the night end right there.
As the evening progresses, the menu offers a moment to shift tempo without missing a beat. Food here is designed to match the mood of a living room dinner, balancing heartier plates like Half Chicken with bread sauce and banana ketchup against lighter bites such as the Hashbrown with Comté custard and chives. After a meal, table talks can be backed by a wide selection of wines curated by artisanal distributor Toto Wines, letting the evening stretch out just a little longer than planned.
After a meal, table talks can be backed by a wide selection of wines curated by artisanal distributor Toto Wines, letting the evening stretch out just a little longer than planned. House originals like the Sourdough Rum —- made with dark rum, sourdough, and malt — offer an easygoing way to wind down, its gentle sweetness recalling the leftover crumbs at the bottom of a cereal bowl. For something more upbeat, the Cosmic Love, a mix of blanco tequila, Cointreau, calamansi, and cranberry, hits a lively note without going overboard. Meanwhile, mocktails such as Apple Rouge and Wild Orange bring bright, fruit-forward notes without the alcohol.
More than just a place to drink, STUDIO BILLY is built for socialising. Blok M may skew younger and Kuningan more corporate, but this Senopati spot sits comfortably in between, drawing in creatives, office workers, and residents from nearby buildings. It’s the kind of room where conversations overlap, strangers meet, and plans change on the fly—just as a good night out should.