Jakarta PATS X: Terrible Service & Thieves Everywhere, So Why Is It Always Packed?
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2026-01-24
Ever wonder why a club known for terrible service and phone thieves is always packed? Welcome to Jakarta's PATS X. This spot is a chaotic minefield, crammed with a young party crowd in a smoky, tight space. While the service is awful and you must guard your belongings, the food is a shocking highlight—deliciously on par with proper restaurants. Go for the uniquely local vibe and amazing food, but be prepared for the major downsides.
Honestly, before I came, I heard countless friends complain that PATS X is a"major turn-off" in the Jakarta club scene, but you know me, the more of a minefield it is, the more I want to check it out.
Man, squeezing in on a weekend night, the scene... it was literally person-to-person, felt like all of Jakarta's youngest party animals were crammed in here[1]. The air was filled with a thick smell of smoke, so much so that my eyes could barely stay open. The lighting effects were pretty cool, and the songs the DJ played were alright, but the whole space was so small it was hard to even turn around. Trying to chat with friends basically meant shouting.
The Only Highlight Was... the Food?
In a place like this, I had zero expectations for the food; it was just to fill our stomachs. But then we ordered a few things, and Anjay! I was totally shocked!
The pizza, fried dory fish, and even the Indonesian fried rice were all impressively well-made, and the taste was easily on par with outside restaurants[2]. It was, without a doubt, the best food I've ever eaten in a Jakarta nightclub. My friends were scarfing it down while complaining about the service—the whole scene was pretty surreal. You could say that meal was the only thing motivating us to stay. Mantap!
Real Talk, Minefield Warning!
Even though the food was good, I can't skip the complaints it deserves.
First off, the service is ridiculously bad. The waiters and security guards are completely indifferent, acting like you owe them money[3]. A friend said that the last time they came, their table was forcibly given away to someone else before they had even finished their drinks—a terrible experience.
Second, it's not cheap. Our two tables just casually ordered some drinks and food, and the bill came to 5 million Indonesian Rupiah[4]. The value for money is really not great.
The most, most, most important point: Stay safe! This place is a major hotspot for phone theft! A friend of a friend lost their phone here, and I heard it's common for several phones to go missing in a single night. Plus, the security is basically just for show; you can't rely on them at all[5].
PATS X Clubbing Survival Guide
So, is it actually worth going? My advice is, if you fit the following description, you can go join the crowd:
Overall, this is a place with extremely polarizing pros and cons. If you want to experience the most local and most crowded party scene in Jakarta, and you have a serious thing for the food, you can come give it a try. But if you're just looking to comfortably Chill, I'd advise you to steer clear. 🤷♀️
- Safety First: If you go, definitely wear your bag on your chest, put your phone in an inner pocket with a zipper, and don't flash it around. Seriously, if you lose it, nobody will help[6]!
- Lower Your Expectations: Go purely to experience the Nongkrong vibe of Jakarta's youth, and don't have any expectations for the service. Just being able to place an order is a win.
- If You're Hungry, Eat: Don't hesitate, their food is the best thing there, consider it compensation for the terrible service[7].
- The Restrooms Are Decent: The only thing worth praising is that the restrooms are surprisingly clean and constantly being cleaned, which is rare[8].
- Who knew this club's pizza, fried dory, and Indonesian fried rice are insanely good, restaurant-level [1]!
- Jakarta's youngest party animals pack in tight for the wildest Lokal party vibe [2].
- Heads up! This is a phone theft hotspot. Dare to party in this 'minefield'? [3]
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