Sobbers Nightclub and Karaoke

Sobbers is one of the numerous nightclubs in Bandung. It is located on Jalan Setiabudhi, next to the famous factory outlet Rumah Mode. A nearby hotel is the Grand Serela.

If you are staying in the older part of town, for instance on Jalan Braga, it is a bit far to reach. Most of the customers are young Indonesians, including students from the nearby schools (STP Bandung, UPI, ITB, Universitas Parahyangan). Since there is also a KTV with lady companions, it attracts older guys and some "ayam". One of my friends told me that Sobbers is a hangout for gays and lesbians.

The club has been opened since 2010, and it was renovated recently to look more modern. It is rather simple, with a main dancefloor surrounded by high tables and sofas. Regularly, they invite popular Indonesian DJs, particularly women DJ. They also have sexy dancers and fashion shows once in a while.

They play mostly commercial music, from Rn'B to EDM. They have started organizing trap music events as well.

The entrance is free on most nights, and the prices for drinks are very reasonable. A Bintang beer only costs Rp21,000 and you can get spirits with a mixer starting Rp40,000. 

Sobbers Nightclub and Karaoke

Jalan Setiabudhi 41, West Java, Bandung, Indonesia

Phone number: +62 (0) 22 203 93 90 or 085220007698

BB Pin: 5732dd1e

Email: sobbersclubktv@gmail.com

For more photos and the schedule of events:

Instagram: Sobbers Bandung Nightlife

Twitter: Sobbers Club Bandung

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Southbank Bar, Lounge and Club

The new Southbank just reopened on August 5th, 2016. It moved from Jalan Aceh to Jalan Sumatra, a street with several other nightlife venues. It is central and trendy location that I recommend if you are not familiar yet with Bandung. You can stay nearby in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, one of the best in the city.

Southbank intends to keep the same concept as before. It is a bar/lounge that turns into a nightclub on weekends and for special events. More classy than its competitors (Sobbers, Mox, Shelter), it is popular with an upmarket crowd that includes a lot of Indonesian-Chinese.

The venue is kind of similar to Empirica or Potato Head Garage in Jakarta. It is a high-ceiling warehouse with basic design except for a few artsy/vintage details. They will have regular DJ events that you can check on their Instagram page below.

The dress code is implemented so you should wear trousers, shirts and shoes. Locals dress up in Southbank as you can see (pics from the opening night :)

Southbank Bar, Lounge and Club,

5-7 Jalan Sumatra, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia

Phone number: +62 0818 28 39 39

Instagram: New Southbank Bandung

Website: Southbank Club

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Mox Nightclub, Bar and Kitchen

Mox is the nightclub that replaced Embassy in Cihampelas Walk mall in Bandung. It is near Aston Tropicana Hotel and Hotel Sensa.

The design hasn't really changed since the takeover. It is a rectangle-shaped club, on one floor, with a low ceiling and a large dancefloor in the middle. Tables are on the side. One difference is that they've added some TVs and a giant screen behind the DJ. Compared with other clubs in Bandung, it is more expensive and the crowd is slightly older. It also has the reputation of being full of "ayam", who are not necessarily prostitutes, but who are making a living from generous male sponsors. Few are alone by themselves so you won't have a lot of opportunities for pick-up. Shelter and Southbank are probably better to meet with normal girls.

Mox is not that crowded except on weekends. On busy nights, you may want to book a sofa and order a bottle to avoid standing up. There is a first drink charge from Rp35,000 to Rp60,000 with a free beer. Ladies can normally get inside for free. The dress code is casual, just wear a jean with T-shirt.

The music and events can be interesting and happening. Typically, they will invite a sexy female DJ on the weekend and/or sexy dancers (from Amazon company where I took the pictures). Make sure you check their Instagram or Twitter accounts below for an up-to-date schedule. The music changes every day but you can expect their DJs to play EDM, house and Rn'B.

Mox Nightclub, Bar and Kitchen

Cihampelas Walk (Ciwalk), Bandung, West Java

Phone number: +62 (0) 22 206 1155 | 085624745487

ask.fm : MoxClub

Instagram : Mox Nightclub

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