Semarang’s dining landscape reaches new heights this season as Padma Hotel Semarang unveils ZERU Sky Terrace, an elevated culinary and nightlife destination perched on the hotel’s 9th floor. Officially opening on 5 December 2025, the venue marks a significant stride in the city’s growing appetite for premium lifestyle experiences – one that blends gastronomic expression, crafted cocktails, and a distinct listening-bar culture.
At the heart of ZERU is a fire-driven culinary philosophy inspired by the coasts of southern Europe and the eastern Mediterranean. The menu takes shape through the elemental power of grill, flame, and aromatic spice, showcasing premium cuts, ocean-fresh seafood, and a repertoire of boldly seasoned plates designed to ignite the palate. Each dish carries the imprint of smoke and heat – an expressive interpretation of coastal Mediterranean traditions reimagined for Semarang’s evolving dining audience.
Golden hour at ZERU ushers in a different rhythm. The bar unveils its signature cocktails, crafted for slow sipping as the city lights begin to shimmer below. From aperitif-style refreshments to late-night creations, the drinks programme positions ZERU not just as a dinner destination but as a seamless all-evening escape for Semarang’s increasingly dynamic lifestyle crowd.
“ZERU Sky Terrace represents our ambition to introduce a more elevated, experience-driven dining culture to Semarang. By combining fire-led culinary craftsmanship, curated mixology, and a listening-bar ambience, we aim to create a destination that inspires both our local community and discerning travellers. This opening is a testament to Padma Hotel Semarang’s commitment to continuous innovation and delivering meaningful guest experiences,” shares Inez Teressa, executive assistant manager of Padma Hotel Semarang.
The venue’s identity as a listening bar distinguishes it further. Vinyl DJ sessions and an intentionally curated music journey guide the mood from late afternoon into the night, creating a sensorial tapestry where sound, flavour, and atmosphere flow together. Whether for after-work drinks, intimate dinners, or long, unhurried conversations, ZERU’s rhythm is designed to evolve with its guests.
This ambience extends across its thoughtfully designed spaces: a cosy indoor listening lounge, a refined dining room, and a skyline-facing outdoor terrace framing Semarang’s cityscape. The experience is punctuated by theatrical tableside moments – most notably the dramatic Bone Torching ritual and the aromatic Smoking Tagine – turning each meal into a performance that honours the craft of fire and flavour.
With its fusion of culinary artistry, crafted mixology, music-led storytelling, and Padma’s hallmark sophistication, ZERU Sky Terrace sets a new benchmark for Semarang’s hospitality scene. More than a new venue, it marks a turning point – introducing a style of dining that is as expressive as it is elevated, a destination where Semarang’s future in food, culture, and lifestyle comes vividly into view.
Keep an eye on ZERU and visit @zeruskyterrace.