100k Parking Fee Just for a Drink? Is This SCBD Sports Bar Really Worth It?
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2026-01-24
Is the 100k parking fee at STARK Taproom in SCBD justified? This sports bar offers a killer atmosphere for game nights with its giant screen and an extensive craft beer menu perfect for enthusiasts. While the vibe and drinks are top-notch, the food is a major hit-or-miss. Discover which dishes are safe bets, like the pork belly, and learn essential tips to navigate the high prices and inconsistent service before you decide to visit this lively spot.
Every time I come to SCBD for a meal, finding a parking spot is like going to war… Yesterday I went to STARK Taproom, and when I saw that valet parking cost 100,000 IDR, I seriously almost turned around and went home! Anjay! This price sure has a high opinion of me, huh? 🙄
But what could I do, my friends were already waiting inside. As soon as I walked in, a game was playing on the giant screen, and the atmosphere of the whole place was so high, which instantly washed away my annoyance about the parking. This place is a typical Sports Bar, perfect for coming to Nongkrong with colleagues and friends after work, have some drinks, and watch a game, absolutely Chill[1].
The drinks are Mantap, the food is Anjay…
Let's be real, you need to have a clear goal when you come here: Coming for the craft beer is the right call!
As the in-house Taproom for the Lokal Indonesian craft beer brand Stark, the beer selection here is dazzlingly extensive, from their own brews to Bali's Kura Kura. Beer lovers will definitely be satisfied[2]. I tried their signature, and the taste was truly Mantap, a safe bet.
But! When it comes to the food, it's a real gamble… A friend who had been here before quietly told me that the quality of the dishes here is super inconsistent, like a roller coaster. This time, we learned our lesson and went straight for the safe bets:
Whatever you do, don't be adventurous and try other things, especially the dim sum, Hainanese chicken rice, or coffee[3]. I heard the failure rate is as high as 90%! The table next to us ordered some, and their faces... I totally get it. 😂
- Pork Belly (pork stomach)[4]: This one is good! It's very flavorful, the skin is slightly crispy, and it's perfect with drinks.
- Salted Egg Crispy Fish Skin (salted egg fish skin)[5]: Also a great snack to go with drinks, salty, savory, and crispy, you can't stop after just one bite.
To be honest, there are some pitfalls I have to warn you about
Besides the inconsistent food quality, the service here is also a matter of luck. Sometimes the staff is slow to respond, and you can't get anyone's attention for ages[6]. What's even more outrageous is that I saw a netizen complain, saying they participated in the bar's drinking challenge, won, but the establishment refused to pay up[7]… What a shady move, right? Although I don't know if it's true or not, everyone should still be careful when spending money here.
Oh, by the way, a bottle of mineral water costs 60,000 IDR. The price is definitely on par with SCBD standards, so be prepared to open your wallet.
Pitfall Avoidance Guide, you're welcome!
To sum it up, for you girls, here's the TL;DR guide:
So, is this place worth it or not?
If you're a die-hard sports fan, a craft beer enthusiast, or just looking for a place with a great atmosphere to watch a game with friends, then this is definitely a top choice in SCBD. But if you're coming for the food, then… you'd better pick another place
- 🚗 Transportation: Don't drive! Don't drive! Don't drive! Valet is 100k[8], and parking spots are basically non-existent. Taking a ride-hailing service is the smartest choice.
- 🍻 Ordering: Focus on the craft beer[9], for food, just order the pork belly[10] and salted egg fish skin[11], as for the rest, leave it to fate.
- 📅 Reservations: If you're coming for a big game, it's best to book a table in advance[12], otherwise you'll have to enjoy the vibe while standing.
- 🐶 Pets: Attention, pet parents! Every Sunday before 5 PM, you can bring your furry kids to hang out in the first-floor outdoor area[13].
- ⚠️ Be Alert: For any event that sounds too good to be true, always ask an extra question and stay sharp!
- Giant screen games, electric vibe, instant ignite [1]! Perfect for after-work Nongkrong with friends.
- Stark's Lokal Taproom: dazzling craft beer selection [2], from their own to Bali's Kura Kura. Beer lovers, you're set!
- Flavorful crispy skin pork belly [3] perfect with drinks. And the salty, crunchy salted egg fish skin [4] is addictively good!
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