CJ’s Bar — Restaurant in Jakarta

The service was good. The staff was very attentive to our needs. The food was not bad. We ordered a few bar bites, which was just any bar bites are like. The band was quite entertaining.

However, I must say, without meaning to be insulting whatsoever, it is more like a pick up bar (obviously as there were too many girls scattered around the bar) than just a place to have a good time with friends. Unless it is the place that one is looking for with that kind of intention (if you know what I mean).

Nevertheless, it was not bad just to sit around enjoying the live music and for people watching. It was indeed quite entertaining...

Here's a heads up for anyone thinking of partying at CJs. So we got to the Bar and the lady at the counter said there's a cover charge to enter despite telling her we intend to have dinner there. She encouraged us to get a bottle as it'll be cheaper than buying by the glass. So we spent USD215 for a bottle of gin. We agreed although we felt it was pricey but what was really shocking is that after paying so much, only 5 mixers were free and anything more was billed a bomb. So if u like being taken for a ride then CJs u must visit. This place takes rip off to...

First thing to know is the bar is in a hotel. Second thing is to expect not to be treated well until inside ! May sound strange but security and payments staff aren't the friendliest! Once inside there was a rockin DJ playing a good mix of upbeat tunes. I visited on Saturday night so there was a live band! Actually preferred the DJ. I would say there is a mix of clientele here and which you decide to hang out with will determine what sort of a night you have. Over all a positive experience but not one I will be rushing back for...