The House of Machines
Bar · Malay Quarter ·
Espresso, craft spirits, light bites, live music, motorcycle vibe
Espresso, craft spirits, light bites, live music, motorcycle vibe
"Prohibition-era bike shop bars don't get better than The House of Machines, and you'll be hooked the moment you arrive at this spot in City Centre. A cheeky "Don’t Be A D*CK" sign on the front glass façade sets the tongue-in-cheek tone; inside, you'll find dim lighting and a carefully assembled mix of design details. Exposed bricks, subway tiles, and wooden beams enhance the overall vibe. There are all types of drinks here, including local craft beers and throwback cocktails. Try the Side Car or the Smoked Old Fashioned, both made with exuberant gusto." - Seth Shezi
"An export from Cape Town with a gritty, punk-rock motorcycle-and-music hideaway vibe, this outpost doubles as a café serving simple breakfasts and sandwiches alongside a whiskey-forward bar and occasional live music. Longtime Los Angeles restaurateur and current Top Chef contestant Bruce Kalman will run the all-day kitchen, bringing a Jersey sensibility and Italian-influenced cooking—expect hearty breakfasts like polenta and straightforward egg dishes, California-fresh lunch and dinner options (and possibly a burger) rather than heavy red-sauce fare. The space is designed for post-work drinks and hanging out, with a glassed-in workshop in back where motorcycles are actually built on view, and the brand is expanding its U.S. presence after success in Cape Town and Japan; an opening is expected in February near Guerrilla Tacos." - Farley Elliott
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