Inclusive, Creative, and Respectful
Seken is a space for everyone—welcoming locals, travelers, first-timers, and regulars alike. It’s a bar built on creativity, where conversations spark new ideas and music inspires connection. Above all, we value respect—for our guests, our staff, and the culture that surrounds us.
At Seken, every second is shared with intention.
Charles Richard
Founding Bartender
Charles Richard is a Bali-based bartender, cocktail innovator, and the creative heart behind Seken Bali. With over two decades of experience across world-class venues—from Buddha Bar Dubai to Hakkasan Shanghai—Charles has mastered the art of turning flavor into narrative. His cocktail philosophy is minimalist yet deeply expressive, favoring clarity, balance, and meaning over ornamentation.
Crowned Diageo World Class Indonesia Champion 2025, Charles represents Indonesia on the global stage with a philosophy rooted in restraint, storytelling, and soulful hospitality. Influenced by bartending legends like Dale DeGroff and Simon Difford, his work bridges timeless craft with modern emotion. At Seken, every pour is a quiet performance—crafted to connect people through story, memory, and the shared language of taste.
At the bar, every pour is a balance of tradition and innovation. Led by industry veteran Charles Richard, Seken’s menu blends classic recipes with modern flair. The result: drinks that feel familiar yet exciting, paired with small plates that bring East and West together in surprising harmony.
Crafted Cocktails,
Bold Twists
What truly sets Seken apart is its dedication to live music. Four nights a week, the room comes alive with the pulse of jazz—ranging from classic standards to Latin and Afro rhythms, soul, funk, and contemporary nu-jazz. Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays feature live bands, while Thursdays bring DJs who keep the night flowing with fresh, contemporary beats.
The Sound of Seken
Rizky Argadipraja (Greybox)
Music Director
Greybox is a Bali-based producer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist (guitar, keys, saxo) whose sound bridges Nu Jazz, Dub, and House with the soulful pulse of modern improvisation. Influenced by J Dilla, Moodymann, and Terrace Martin, he draws from the underground spirit of Detroit and New York to shape his own forward-thinking sound. Founder of Grey Audio Lab, he has mentored a new generation of Indonesian producers and shared stages with Anderson .Paak, Tame Impala, and Yussef Dayes.
Now joining Seken Bali as Music Director, Greybox leads the revolution of Seken Sounds — a movement that redefines jazz culture in Bali, where live musicians, DJs, and sonic experimentation converge to create a fresh narrative of rhythm, freedom, and artistic expression.
What is Seken?
A Second Pour, A Second Home
Seken (pronounced “seh-ken”) is a cocktail and jazz bar in the heart of Seminyak, where smooth drinks and soulful music meet in perfect harmony.
The name itself plays in two tempos. From English, “Second” marks both our home on the second floor of IZE Seminyak and our interior, composed of second-hand, refurbished, and upcycled pieces. From Balinese, “Seken” means jelas or sungguh-sungguh—our way of saying we put real heart and effort into every detail of hospitality.
Like a good jazz set, Seken celebrates both improvisation and sincerity. It’s a space for second chances and genuine moments, where the night slows down just enough for you to savor each note, each sip, and the present in full.
