Bali’s Very Best Restaurants - 2022

Editors Comments:

While looking for ideas to celebrate our wedding anniversary this week in Bali with our family I came across this great article.

 Owners. Notaris Azizah & Husband Lawrence

Athough the articile is earlier this year most of the information here is still relevant.

We will definitely spend our special anniversary at one of these restaurants this week.

I hope you enjoy the information.
Fine dining & award-winning – these are Bali’s very best restaurants.
by Louise | Jan 12, 2022

It’s hungry work trying to decide where to eat, so we’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up the very best restaurants in Bali from every neighbourhood. This one's for serious foodies.

So much food, so little time *SIGH*. Choosing between Bali’s Best Restaurants is hungry work, especially when there are more sensational restos popping up across the island than you can wave a fork at. And that’s before we get started on the cafes, the brunches, or the monthly lineup of Hot New Tables (believe us, there are plenty of them).

Yep, as you probably already know, Bali is becoming a real foodie destination, with all the best cuisines from around the world now on our tiny paradise island. And it’s not only the food that’s getting global gourmands’ attention. We have designer decor, celeb chefs, chic cocktails and awards a go-go – not to mention some of the most dreamy settings on the beach, clifftops, and deep in the jungle…

So, we’ve done the hard work for you and we’ve rounded up Bali’s Very Best Restaurants – the cream of the culinary crop from every neighbourhood. If you’re after Bali’s best local food, the best cafes or the best coffee shops, this one ain’t for you. But if you’re a die-hard gourmand or a curious epicurean, then bring your appetite and get dressed in your best – here are Bali’s Very Best Restaurants for serious foodies.
Bali’s Best Restaurants: UBUD

1. Room4DessertDesserts and cocktails? Room 4 Dessert had us at hello…

For something totally different (yet undeniably awesome) head to Room4Dessert for levelled-up sweets and drinks in an outlandish late-night venue, helmed by famed New Yorker Will Goldfarb. Indoors, embrace gluttony with a degustation menu of avant-garde desserts expertly paired with award-winning (and potent) cocktails, or head out back to the terrace garden to revel in a Spanish tapas-style concept, stuffed full of tasty savoury snacks, plated desserts, and hand held petits fours, which feature locally sourced products.
Room4Dessert, Jl Raya Sanggingan, Ubud, p. +62 813 3705 0539; Open Tue – Sun 4pm – 10pm.
 

2. BLANCO Par MandifAny serious foodie will want to reserve a hot seat at BLANCO Par Mandif

Every Bali foodie will be very well acquainted with BLANCO Par Mandif – home to ultra-fine dining Indonesian cuisine in a refined and intimate setting. Helmed by Indonesian celeb chef and restaurateur Mandif Warokka (the same genius behind Teatro Gastroteque in Seminyak) this award-winning resto seats just 28 lucky guests each evening. This stylish fine diner is both intimate and elegant, and in true Warokka style, the concept is all about degustation. The menus are seven courses of exquisite gastronomy, sublimely served, explained and precisely paired with fine wines and cocktails. A signature here is the butter-poached Jimbaran Bay Rock Lobster paired with a cocktail of tequila, agave syrup, sweet corn, kemangi and lime. You’ll want to reserve one of the hot seats here, because Warokka has his sights set on Michelin stars, and we don’t doubt him for a second…
BLANCO Par Mandif, Jl Raya Tjampuhan, Museum BLANCO Complex, Ubud, p. +62 361 479 2284 / +62 819 3370 7707, e. info@blancoparmandif.com; Open by reservation.
 

3. KubuDreamy river views and the most stunning cuisine served up in your own cosy cocoon at Kubu

Widely recognised as the best fine diner in Bali, Kubu at Mandapa – a Ritz Carlton Reserve, is truly divine. Cooled by a tropical Bali breeze and the soothing sounds of the Ayung River below, this signature bamboo restaurant is cocooned by both nature and sheer decadence. Under the expert and creative direction of Madapa’s award-winning chefs, Kubu serves up fine Mediterranean-European cuisine, prepared with the region’s fresh premium produce. Try the chef’s six- to eight-course degustation menu, and you might want to bring a hot date, because this place is just dreamy.
Kubu at Mandapa – a Ritz Carlton Reserve, Jl Kedewatan, Ubud, p. +62 361 479 2777; Open daily 6pm – 11pm.
 

 4. Hujan LocaleBali’s celeb chef has done it again (and again) with Hujan Locale – an upscale twist on Asian street food

Will Meyrick – Bali’s celeb street food chef who gave us Sarong, Mama San, Som Chai and Tiger Palm – is credited yet again for putting his spin on Asia’s street food favourites at another award-winning restaurant – this time at his Ubud baby, Hujan Locale. This double storey restaurant features a vast menu with some of Will’s signature tastes and flavours (curries, soups and noodles all play a big role here) bridging the cultural divide between Asian fine dining and casual home cooked food. The Jimbaran grilled fish served with sambal mango, sambal matah, sambal ketchup and sambal bajak is our clear fave.
Hujan Locale, Jl Sri Wedari No. 5, Ubud, p. +62 813 5326 0275; Open daily 12pm – 3pm & 5.30pm – 10pm.
 

5. CasCades 

At CasCades, the food is sublime and the tropical views are second to none…

Situated in a high Balinese-style thatched roof house, on a ridge overlooking the luscious “Valley of the Kings”, CasCades promises one helluva wonderful dining experience. Owned and managed by Aussies, CasCades sources the finest produce from around the globe including Australian Wagyu beef, Canadian lobster and Avruga Caviar. The food is sublime and the tropical views are second to none, and there’s even live Grand Piano performances in the evenings.
CasCades at Viceroy Bali, Jl Lanyahan, Br. Nagi, Ubud, p. +62 361 972 111, e. res@cascadesbali.com; Open daily 11am – 9pm.
 

6. ApéritifAperitif sources the finest ingredients from across the island and the world – and from its very own greenhouses.

Set amidst the lush jungle valleys of Ubud, Apéritif is the second signature fine dining restaurant at Viceroy Bali (joining CasCades, above). It’s culinary focus is on top-shelf produce, sourced from the hotel’s own greenhouses and from across the island and the world. These ingredients are then presented in an exquisite 7-course degustation-only menu (special menus for vegan and vegetarian dining, plus a 5-course lunch menu), featuring sublime creations like chawanmushi king prawn, or the signature Venison Wellington studded with foie gras and dolloped with a rendang sauce. The aperitifs here are unsurprisingly impressive, spearheaded by award-winning bartender Ran Van Ongevalle, and inspired by the Roaring Twenties with a tropical Bali twist for good measure!
Apéritif at Viceroy Bali, Jl Lanyahan, Br. Nagi, Ubud, p. +62 361 908 2777, e. res@aperitif.com; Open daily 12pm – 2pm & 6pm – 9pm (bar from 4pm).
 

7. Wild Air



Surrounded by breathtaking nature and stunning views of Ubud’s lush green valley, Wild Air at Kaamala Resort serves up fine Asian and western signatures that look almost too spectacular to eat. While the restaurant serves up delicious breakfast dishes too, it’s the lunch and dinner menu that’s a true standout. Feast on marinated baby lobster, Tukusen Wagyu beef and pan seared salmon in a saffron sauce. And with such a fine menu comes a fabulous wine list and cocktail menu too. Sip your way through the Vintage & Spin cocktails (like the creamy Tiramizu Cocktail with amaretto and baileys) and top off this superb jungle feast with a five-star dip in the glittering infinity pool just footsteps from the restaurant.
Wild Air Ubud at Kaamala Resort, Jl Bisma No. 888, Ubud, p. +62 878 9790 5623, e. info@kaamalaresort.com; Open daily 7am – 11pm.
 

8. Locavore (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)Locavore put Indonesia on the international culinary map

If you’re lucky enough to get a booking at this über-popular Ubud favourite (def book a table long before you actually arrive in Bali) you’ll soon learn what all the fuss is about here. The famed degustation menu at Locavore showcases the culinary genius of Chef-Owners Eelke Plasmeijer and Ray Adriansyah – two chefs who made history at the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards by single-handedly representing Indonesia and becoming the only restaurant (ever) to skyrocket up the list by a whopping 27 places. Take a seat at this experimental eatery and you’ll come face-to-face with mind-blowing creations like the salt-cured prawn with a chilli gel and kemangi juice, or the oven-roasted jicama with passion fruit emulsion. As you may have realised, the menus here honour the restaurants namesake, using only local ingredients that wholly celebrate the farmers, fishers and food artisans of Indonesia. This one is must for any serious foodie.
Locavore, Jl Dewisita No. 10, Ubud, p. +62 821 4495 6226, e. reservations@restaurantlocavore.com.
 

9. Mozaic Restaurant (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)Mozaic has long been up there with Bali’s Best Restaurants, with countless awards year after year

Mozaic Restaurant has won so many awards, we can’t even begin to list them all. That says quite a lot about Chef Chris Salans’ ever-changing menu, which consists of à la minute creations that showcase his passion for local ingredients of the highest standard, sourced from the sea and farms across Bali. Mozaic is a legend in the world of gastronomy, and a favourite in Bali. It follows the philosophy of ‘Cuisine du Marché’, which refers to a marriage of seasonal ingredients with modern French techniques – both in the cooking and presentation. All of this is then wrapped up in an elegant setting with impeccable standards of service. And psst – for an extra special experience, Mozaic also offers a dine-at-home experience, complete with a private chef!
Mozaic, Jl Raya Sanggingan, Ubud, p. +62 811 394 3288, e. info@mozaic-bali.com.
Bali’s Best Restaurants: SEMINYAK
 

10. MauriMauri presents contemporary Italian fine dining with utmost finesse

A fusion of culture, tradition and an abiding passion for fine food, Mauri is the impeccable work of award-winning Chef Maurizio Bombini – a culinary veteran that’s dishing up his very own version of contemporary Italian dining with utmost finesse. Fine local ingredients (mostly homegrown within Mauri’s own rooftop hydroponic garden) are served in their purest form on an a la carte and seasonal tasting menu, delicately plated on fine GAYA ceramics from within a glass-enclosed show kitchen. Prop up at the five-seat chef’s counter for an intimate and private tasting, or meander up to the mezzanine bar and lounge where small bites and cocktails are served “Aperitivo Style”. Get dressed in your best, and add this tour de force to your must-try list.
MAURI Restaurant, Jl Petitenget No. 100, Seminyak, p. +62 817 776 177, e. reservations@mauri-restaurant.com; Open daily.
 

11. SarongSarong is a Seminyak icon thanks to celeb chef Will Meyrick (a man with three of Bali’s Best Restaurants under his belt)

Easily one of Seminyak’s best-known and respected restaurants, Sarong is the brainchild of celebrated “street food chef” Will Meyrick. The concept is simple: authentic Asian and Indian food presented in a fine dining atmosphere. There are plenty of imitators, but Sarong really is the OG, being one of Bali’s first restaurants to receive recognition in the “Asia’s 50 Best” awards. The plush vintage décor, the high ceilings, the semi-alfresco areas, the cocktail bar… Everything is just perfect at this Seminyak institution.
Sarong, Jl Petitenget No. 19, Seminyak, p. +62 812 3765 5009, e. sarongbali@saronggroup.com; Open Wed – Sun 6pm – 10.30pm.
 

12. Mama SanEveryone knows Mama San – the oh-so-trendy Seminyak spot from street food chef Will Meyrick

The oh-so-trendy Mama San is the sister restaurant to Sarong, and this Seminyak staple firmly put celeb chef Will Meyrick on the culinary map. A more casual affair compared to the Sarong flagship, Mama San is all about shared street food bites, sensational cocktails and even a raw food menu, wrapped up in an old-Shanghai-meets-gentleman’s-club interior. The place is rammed every night, which only fortifies Mama San’s stellar rep.
Mama San, Jl Raya Kerobokan No.135, Seminyak, p. +62 818 0612 6700; Open daily 12pm – 3pm & 6pm – 10pm.
 

13. Starfish BlooStarfish Bloo is without doubt one of Bali’s Best Restaurants – and a famous Sunday brunch spot too

This open air beachfront spot at W Bali – Seminyak is one of Bali’s most breathtaking restaurants – and that’s before we mention the food. Specialising mostly in the finest seafood around, Starfish Bloo is an icon on the island. It’s best known for its Sunday brunch that offers an ultra-luxurious (and delicious) weekend foodie sesh overlooking the ocean at what’s become one of Seminyak’s swankiest resort addresses. And while it’s one of our fave Bali brunches, we highly suggest you feast here any day of the week, because the quality of Pan Asian flavours are unparalleled.
Starfish Bloo at W Bali – Seminyak, Jl Petitenget, Kerobokan, p. +62 361 300 0106; Open daily 7am – midnight.
 

14. The RestaurantFine dining cuisine is perfectly paired with a postcard-worthy seascape at The Restaurant

As The Legian Bali’s multi-award-winning dining destination, The Restaurant promises fine dining cuisine, seamless service and the most gorgeous brasserie-style interiors. Helmed by Michelin-starred chef, Stephane Gortina, the menu features Asian influences and local ingredients with a European twist – think top-notch produce from Bali, using a combination of both French and Southeast Asian cooking techniques. For a truly exquisite dining experience, try the “Taste of Indonesia” menu that showcases a selection of The Restaurant’s very best dishes of the moment – perfectly paired with a glass of wine and a postcard-worthy seascape of the shimmering Indian Ocean out yonder. Our fave? Don’t miss the Snapper in Balinese red curry, sublimely matched with a Californian Sauvignon Blanc…
The Restaurant at The Legian Bali, Jl Kayu Aya, Seminyak Beach, p. +62 361 730 622 / +62 811 3821 8771; Open daily 7am – 10pm.
 

15. KAUMPerched upstairs at Potato Head Beach Club is KAUM – a scrumptious love letter to Indonesia

Part of the epic Potato Head empire, KAUM is all about exotic Indonesian dishes served up in a fine dining setting (just upstairs above the buzzing beach club). Its beautiful interior is a scrumptious love letter to this incredible archipelago with elements from all over the country. So saddle up for a culinary journey you won’t forget any time soon at this chic Seminyak hotspot.
KAUM Bali at Desa Potato Head, Jl Petitenget No. 51B, Seminyak, p. +62 361 300 7990 / +62 361 473 7979; Open daily 12pm – 3pm & 5pm – 10pm.
 

16. The Plantation GrillStart with a T-Bone Steak, finish with the famous Bombe Alaska at The Plantation Grill

As the opulent culinary hotspot at Seminyak’s Double-Six Luxury Hotel, The Plantation Grill flaunts twenties-style colonial glamour and a dazzling menu to match. Look out for gourmet goodies like oysters, T-Bone steaks, jumbo Tiger prawns and grilled crispy pork belly – cooked over custom-made coal and wood grills and wood-fired ovens. For dessert, the Bombe Alaska is flambeed and famous – a real sweet treat not to miss. After dinner, head up to the stylish Sunset Bar for a nightcap, mixed up by one of the expert bartenders.
The Plantation Grill at Double-Six Luxury Hotel, Jl Pantai Legian Jl Double Six No. 66, Seminyak, p. +62 819 9989 5111; Open daily 6pm – 11pm.
 

17. TanamanFeast on gourmet food of the future at Tanaman – the plant-powered restaurant at Desa Potato Head

The Potato Head Family are well known for breaking boundaries and blowing minds, and Tanaman is no different – a game-changing, plant-powered vegan restaurant that celebrates the flavours of the region. Based around a multi-course tasting menu which is an ode to one of the five elements of nature, with familiar flavours fused with progressive, techniques and organic ingredients. Think cold-smoked coconut labneh with lacto-fermented passion fruit and pickle dust, shio koji tenderised watermelon with nori, or coconut gelato with mint oil and palm sugar crumb. It’s head chef Dominique Hammond’s way of honouring Indonesia’s humble tropical ingredients by turning them into a multi-sensory dining experience, best enjoyed with Tanaman’s botanical cocktails.
Tanaman at Desa Potato Head, Jl Petitenget No. 51B, Seminyak, e. seminyak@potatohead.co; Open Thu – Sat 5.30pm – 8.30pm.
 

18. Bikini (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)You’ve gotta try the Oyster Crackers when you visit Bikini – Seminyak’s vibrant pink hotspot.

Sexy, raw, edgy and luxe – Bikini is everything you’d expect (and so much more) from the same unstoppable foodie group that gave us Sisterfields, BOSS MAN and Sibling. Unlike its more casual sisters, at Bikini, the food is super sophisticated, complex and always surprising, bringing in a mixed bag of the trendiest crowds from every corner of the island. Served up within marble-topped, bright pink-backed booths, expect playful and creative plates like the Oyster Crackers with black garlic and pickled shallots superbly balanced on top of a crunchy oyster cracker, and the chicken “drumettes” with shrimp paste, caramel, chilli and coriander. The cocktails here are a knockout too, as are the Instagrammable bathroom mirrors…
Bikini, Jl Kayu Cendana, Kerobokan.
 

19. Mejekawi (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)Mejekawi is foodie heaven, and perfect for an extraordinary date night

Stroll upstairs at KU DE TA and you’ll find yourself in Mejekawi, one of the most cutting-edge restaurants you’ll find anywhere. The culinary team of chefs here are constantly evolving the fine dining degustation menu, served up tasting plate-style in the relaxed yet chic dining room with views out over Seminyak Beach. It’s foodie heaven right here, and perfect for a level-up date night or sunset extraordinaire.
Mejekawi by KU DE TA, Jl Kayu Aya No. 9, Seminyak, p. +62 361 736 969.

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20. Teatro Gastroteque (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)Teatro is one of the most elaborate dining experiences on this “Bali’s Best Restaurants” list

Teatro takes fine dining in Bali to epic new levels, with its sophisticated Asian twist on French cuisine. Celebrity Indonesian chef Mandif Warokka (the man behind BLANCO Par Mandif in Ubud) and his expert culinary team put the ‘theatre’ into every one of their inventive dishes, showcasing a serious passion and love of gastronomy in some of the most elaborate degustation menus around. If you consider yourself a true foodie, then Teatro quite simply cannot be missed.
Teatro Gastroteque, p. +62 813 3780 2065 / +62 851 0170 0078, e. info@teatrobali.com.
 

21. Metis Restaurant & Gallery (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)Metis is the OG of Seminyak’s French dining scene

One of the original fine dining joints in Seminyak, Metis has been surprising and delighting foodies for years with its classic French cuisine and magical ambiance overlooking the rice terraces of top-end Petitenget. Get your glad rags on and enjoy the flawless service and sophisticated vibe here, and whatever you do, don’t miss the selection of high-grade steaks – they’re the best around.
Metis, p. +62 811 3930 040, e. info@metisbali.com.
Bali’s Best Restaurants: CANGGU
 

22. MasonAt Mason, everything is hand curated, home made and the very best quality

Canggu’s unstoppable team of hospitality hotshots are behind Mason. Just a few sandy-footed steps up the road from Batu Bolong beach, Mason is all about top quality meat and seafood that’s carefully sourced locally, alongside cheeses, dips and veggies that are all homemade. Everything is served simply and honestly to let the flavours and quality really shine. The burnt chilli butter hummus here is the best we’ve ever tried, as is the honey-fried halloumi, the smoked tuna dip and the slow-roasted, grain-fed beef short rib. Oh, and true to form, Mason also slings superb cocktails…
Mason, Jl Batu Bolong No. 83C, Canggu, p. +62 857 9250 5028, e. mason@bhgbali.com; Open daily from 12pm.
 

23. Uni Restaurant & BarUni is Berawa’s sophisticated and design-savvy casual fine diner from Mexicola’s trailblazing duo

From the trailblazing duo of Bali’s Mexicola Group, star chef Steven Skelly and drinks guru Nicolas Lento have once again joined forces to bring us Uni Restaurant – an innovative fine diner in buzzing Berawa. This sophisticated and design-savvy 70-seater ‘casual fine diner’ comes with eclectic artwork lining the walls and an amalgamation of Asian inspiration and contemporary techniques on the menu. Expect locally sourced seafood and vegetables served with Japanese and French influences, like Uni coddled egg with sherry vinegar cream and caviar, BBQ octopus with mustard glaze and salmon confit served with braised radish and leeks, topped with extra virgin olive oil. Top tip: graze through the a la carte menu or go all out with the 5- or 9-course tasting menu, best shared and paired with the experimental cocktails, sake, natural wines and even a tea-pairing menu.
Uni Restaurant, Jl Pantai Berawa No. 99, Canggu, p. +62 811 388 3371; Open Tue – Sat from 5pm.
24. Café Del MarGraze on seasonal Mediterranean cuisine at Café Del Mar – brought from Ibiza to Bali with love (and epic food!)

A sun-soaked Mediterranean fine dining restaurant sitting beneath the iconic archways at Café Del Mar, the signature restaurant at this Ibizan-inspired beach club is a foodie force to be reckoned with. Armed with a team of international culinary talent and alllll the white-and-blue sleek interiors you’d expect from this Ibiza-born brand, this restaurant is all about casual fine dining in an oh-so relaxed environment. As for the menu, expect new coastal Mediterranean and neo-Middle Eastern cuisine, made with the finest and freshest ingredients around. It’s playful, seasonally inspired, and in true European style, it’s designed to swap, share and sample over multiple hours and glasses of vino.
Café Del Mar, Jl Subak Sari, Canggu, p. +62 811 3811 8181; Open daily 12pm – 10pm.
 

25. One Eyed JackDon’t be fooled by One Eyed Jack’s laid-back vibes – these guys mean business

A playful take on a Japanese Izakaya and Sake Bar, One Eyed Jack is a culinary underdog. While its aesthetic is all about casual shared plates in a cool and vibey setting, make no mistake – One Eyed Jack means business. The menu is the work of a Noma-trained chef, and as such, the Japanese food here is some of the best we’ve tried in Bali (if not in Indonesia). The cocktails are also worth a mention, as are the spicy tuna bites on crispy rice topped with an eel sauce – they are next level delicious. Seriously.
One Eyed Jack, Jl Pantai Berawa No. 89C, Canggu, p. +62 819 9929 1888, e. oneeyedjackbali@soulfoodmob.com; Open daily 3pm – 11pm.
 

26. Luma



A brand new Mediterranean showstopper, Luma is the collaborative work of two award-winning chefs: Cameron Emirali of 10 Greek Street in London, and Kieran Morland of Sangsaka and Merah Putih in Seminyak. The menu is all about rustic dishes that combine classic elements of Southern Europe’s traditions, with indigenous ingredients from Bali and nearby islands. Think seaweed-wrapped prawns, Batik lobster risotto and grilled octopus with orzo and a squid ink aioli. And the jewel in the crown here is the charcoal grill and the custom-made, see-through wood fire oven, taking centre stage in the dazzling Luma kitchen. Unsurprisingly so, the carefully curated wine list is second-to-none featuring hand-written rare gems, while the cocktail list follows the menu’s lead by using local ingredients for a tropical twist on the classics.
Luma, Jl Pantai Batu Bolong No. 91, Canggu, p. +62 811 3941 4999; Open daily 4pm – 11pm.
 

27. Skool Kitchen



Backed by some of Bali’s biggest foodie names (and housed above Canggu’s coolest oceanfront destination), Skool Kitchen is the hottest new restaurant by Tai Buddha and Adam McAsey where every dish is touched by fire. A primitive style of cooking meets contemporary culinary excellence here, with its honest modern menu powered by natural wood and charcoal embers. Try the slow-roasted lamb to see exactly what we mean; marinated for over three days in garlic, yoghurt, and spices, before being trussed and hung over the fireplace to roast to perfection. Even the artisanally crafted cocktails get a taste of the flames, like the Burnt Lemon Daiquiri – perfect for watching a fiery Bali sunset overlooking the waves…
Skool Kitchen, Jl Pura Dalem, Canggu, p. +62 361 6200 603 / +62 811 3800 4952; Open daily from 6pm.
Bali’s Best Restaurants: JIMBARAN & NUSA DUA
 

28. KayuputiAt Kayuputi, expect Asian-influenced haute cuisine with a stellar wine list to match (AKA heaven)

A shining beacon of the culinary scene in Bali and a five-time winner of the Wine Spectator Award, Kayuputi is the fine beachfront dining restaurant at The St. Regis Bali in swanky Nusa Dua. Offering a dining experience unlike any other, think luxurious Asian-influenced haute cuisine with a stellar wine list to match, not to mention a priceless setting with magnificent ocean views. Decadent and divine, Kayuputi is a showstopper, and if you’re in the neighbourhood on a Sunday, the brunch here is especially world-famous.
Kayuputi at The St. Regis Bali Resort, Kawasan Pariwisata Lot S6, Nusa Dua, p. +62 361 300 6786, e. kayuputi.bali@stregis.com; Open daily 12pm – 3.30pm & 6pm – 10pm.
 

29. CucaWe’re all cuckoo for Cuca, and you will be too after a taste of their tapas

It’s no secret that we’re totally cuckoo for Cuca – and we’re not alone. This cult-status restaurant in Jimbaran comes with serious credentials and an ever-growing foodie following. Maybe it’s the El Bulli-trained chef that makes this place worthy of awards, or maybe it’s the ever-creative, almost-too-pretty-to-eat “tapas-style” cuisine that leaves you wide-eyed and jaw-dropped after each bite. Whatever it is that’s helped spread Cuca fever, you’ll want to catch it too. Try the Honey Baked Pumpkin Salad, the Smoked Butterfish and the BBQ Octopus – and whatever you do, don’t miss the cocktails served up in Cuca’s home-branded bottles.
Cuca, Jl Yoga Perkanthi, Jimbaran, p. +62 812 3687 0486, e. family@cucabali.com; Open daily 12pm – midnight.
 

30. Sundara Beach ClubAn all-time fave, Sundara is a sultry beach-club by day, iconic fine diner by night

Bali beachfront dining bliss. Sounds tempting, right? Sundara Beach Club (Sanskrit for ‘beautiful’) is an all-day dining and lifestyle destination that just so happens to serve some of the best food around. Think sultry beach club by day, iconic fine diner by night. We love the perfect mix of five-star flair and relaxed beach club vibes at this sophisticated address. And when the sun goes down, the fire pits are lit, the bartenders get busy and the impeccable fusion cuisine really comes to life. Sundara, we love you!
Sundara Bali at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Jimbaran, p. +62 361 708 333; Open daily 11am – 10pm.
 

31. SoleilCome for the views, stay for Soleil’s Pan-Asian cuisine (and the ever-famous Sunday brunch)

Soleil is the stunning, signature beachfront dining favourite at Mulia Bali, overlooking the ocean and offering Mediterranean and Pan-Asian cuisine with influences from Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. The Mulia’s array of food is as vast as their never-ending infinity pool, with a fantastic selection of premium meat, grilled seafood and endless other delicacies. Stick around on a weekend to try the famous Sunday brunch – it’s arguably the very best in Bali.
Soleil at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas, Jl Raya Nusa Dua, Sawangan, Nusa Dua, p. +62 855 3904 391, e. reservation@themulia.com.
 

32. Izakaya by OKUWe’ve fallen head-over-chopsticks for the refined Japanese food at Izakaya by OKU

Tucked away within The Apurva Kempinski Bali, Izakaya by OKU is just one of multiple exceptional restaurants at this five-star Nusa Dua resort. An outpost of the award-winning OKU Japanese Restaurant in Jakarta, Izakaya by OKU brings all of the flagship’s finest creations to the island, this time served up in a dynamic and casual atmosphere that reinvents a typical izakaya. With its bistro-chic setting and fab open-kitchen taking centre stage, feast on Aburi Salmon Rolls, Teriyaki Chicken and truffled Gyūdon. Or, for a super spesh experience, go for the Chef’s three- or five-course “Okukase” degustation menu. Watch our video tour here.
Izakaya by OKU at The Apurva Kempinski, Jl Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Sawangan, Nusa Dua, p. +62 361 209 2288 / +62 811 3820 9541, e. restaurants.bali@kempinski.com; Open daily 12pm – 11pm.
 

33. Manarai Beach HouseGraze the day away on seaside staples with a gourmet touch at Manarai Beach House

A beach club, restaurant and wine shop combo, Manarai Beach House in Nusa Dua is where you can graze all day on fine seaside staples and Indonesian favourites, the work of Chef Philip Mimbimi and Executive Chef Stefan Poyet from Indonesia’s unstoppable ISMAYA group. Masterfully designed to match the laid-back beach club vibes, the menu ranges from sizzling beef satay that’s been given the gourmet touch with fine Wagyu steak, to colourful platters of sushi, rolled and topped with ocean delicacies like unagi, tobiko and aburi salmon. And if we tell you that we regularly order not one, not two, but three plates (each) of the Crispy Tuna Tempe (topped with truffle aioli, caramelised onion and a sprinkling of microgreens) words are futile in describing how truly sublime these creamy, crunchy bites really are. Pair this oceanfront feast with one of the fine wines from the cellar, or try the whimsical cocktail that use delicate Balinese ingredients.
Manarai Beach House, Kawasan Pariwisata Lot N5, Nusa Dua, p. +62 811 1392 727; Open daily 12pm – late.
Bali’s Best Restaurants: ULUWATU
 

34. The Warung



Wholesome, traditional and downright delicious, The Warung is the gastronomic Indonesian and Balinese restaurant at the stunning Alila Villas Uluwatu. Though each dish on the menu can be found at warungs across the island, The Warung serves up these national staples with a difference. High-end ingredients, artfully tailored recipes and a powerful flavour punch with every bite – this is ‘local food’ on a whole other level.
The Warung at Alila Villas Uluwatu, Jl Belimbing Sari Tambiyak, Pecatu, p. +62 361 848 2166 / +62 811 385 5729; Open daily at 11am – 11pm.
35. Dugong Restaurant at Suarga Padang PadangAt this exclusive Bukit resort, it’s no surprise Dugong is up there with Bali’s Best Restaurants

Authentic Indonesian flavour meets fine dining at the super swank Dugong Restaurant. One of the Bukit’s most exclusive resorts, Dugong has a menu to die for and a view to match over Padang Padang beach. The talented culinary team here source everything from within a 50km radius, ensuring the freshest ingredients without going to the ends of the earth.
Dugong Restaurant & Lounge at Suarga Padang Padang, Jl Pantai Labuan Sait, Br. Dinas Labuan Sait, Pecatu, p. +62 361 472 5088 / +62 811 399 1199.
 

36. Ju Ma Na 

It’s stellar dining, designer drinks and exquisite food galore at Ju Ma Na

Ju Ma Na has long earned itself an island-wide reputation for stellar dining, designer drinks and exquisite food in an incredibly beautiful setting. It has attracted and delighted foodies for some time now, and it doesn’t disappoint. We recommend going whilst the sun is still up to enjoy the panorama before dinner (drinks on the balcony are a must), and the French cuisine with a Japanese twist is very popular for very good reason. Book ahead, and don your very best dress…
Ju-Ma-Na Restaurant & Bar at Jumana Bali Ungasan Resort, Jl Melasti, Ungasan, p. +62 361 300 7000.
37. El KabronIt’s tasty Spanish fair up high at El Kabron, beside that legendary clifftop infinity pool

Come for the tasty Spanish fare and stay for the million dollar views at this Bukit treasure, perched high up on the cliff tops above Bingin Beach. Casually cool with modern Mediterranean decor and 180-degree views of the Indian Ocean, at El Kabron you can get stuck into tapas, paellas, cocktails, beers and good wines in between dips in the famous cliff edge infinity pool – easily the best spot in the area to watch the sun go down with your crew.
El Kabron, Jl Pantai Cemongkak, Pecatu, p. +62 813 3723 5750; Open daily 11am – 11pm.
38. The Cave



Serious foodies, this one’s for you. The Cave at The Edge is a one-of-its-kind fine dining experience that takes place inside a 25,000 year-old underground cave. And to match such a superlative setting, the menu is the jaw-dropping work of Chef Ryan Clift, the man behind the award-winning Tippling Club in Singapore. This latest venture is a 22-seat subterranean restaurant where you can graze on a seven-course menu of modern gastronomy with interludes in between, all whilst taking in the magnificent rock formations. You also have the option to pair your degustation with wine and cocktails, which isn’t mandatory, but highly recommended…
The Cave at The Edge, Jl Pura Goa Lempeh, Pecatu, p. +62 361 847 0700, e. intouch@theedgebali.com; Open daily from 5.30pm.

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Salty hair, sandy toes and red wine lips, Louise is a die-hard island addict and committed vino-phile. When she’s not writing, she can usually be found beachfront with a slightly chilled, full-bodied Merlot in hand, her Bali dog at her feet and the Spice Girls playing on repeat.

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Sanur Real Estate - Hottest in History:

Anybody that has ever attended one of my seminars, listened to my radio program or read my blogs is well aware that I have been saying “Bali real estate is demand is directly proportional to Bali tourist demands”.

 “Bali real estate is demand is directly propotional to Bali Tourist Demand"

 I have also been predicting that Sanur would be the place that a percentage of  25% of the population of the world that are Baby Boomers would live.

I named our first Villa Complex Golden Villas because of the Golden Age people who would be attracted to them.

Right now, we only have one villa for rent in the whole of the Golden Villa complex.

 The rest are owned or occupied full time by Baby boomers from around the world.

 Sanur designated as Special Economic Zone.

 Just a little over a week ago Pres. Jokowi the President of Indonesia announced here live that over 40  Hectares of land including the Grand Bali Beach Hotel will be designated as a Special Economic Zone

 
What is really exciting is that this special economic zone is within walking distance of our three Bali Luxury Villas complexes

It will be mostly used for medical tourism, primarily for the elderly from around the world.

Boomers from around the world will come here and be treated for everything from a facelift to cancer treatment at a fraction of the cost in their country.

The famous Mayo Clinic has decided to be part of this complex.

 Everybody wondered if it would really happen.

 If you drive by there right now you will see buildings going up like crazy.

 I am sure they want to show this economic miracle to G 20 leaders and associates when they come here.

Largest Real Estate Boom in Sanur History:

 I have been predicting for years that there would be a real estate boom in Sanur from Baby Boomer Demand.

 It is happening right now. 

I have never seen more demand for Sanur Villas, Homes and even million-dollar 100-million-dollar hotels than  in my 23 years living here.

For example, yesterday I had a call from one contact who has an owner from Jakarta looking for a hundred million dollar plus hotel in Sanur.

 Later that day I had another contact call me and tell me that he would like to share with me a development plan that is taking place on the Southern Beach of Sanur which will include hundreds of beachside expensive villas and a first-class marina.                                                                                                          Boomers Moving from Crazy, Gridlocked Southwestern Areas

Then just last few days ago during a private Bali Hai cruise one person after another told me that they want to move away from Canggu, Kerobokan and even Seminyak because it has just gotten crazy over there with grid lock traffic and a dramatic rise in crime.

 Some of our Villa owners are reporting extraordinary rental prices right now for long-term rentals.

 I am receiving one or two requests every week for long-term rental villas.

 Couple with that there has been a large number of improvements in Sanur restaurants, grocery marts etc. and Sanur is the place to retire as I predicted.

 I personally along with a bunch of seniors have been playing tennis twice a week at the new first class Liga Club which has a gym, six tennis courts, Pool, and other facilities.

We do not have to play in the hot sun anymore.

 Summary- 2022-2025 Hottest Rental and Sales Market in History

 We Hope that you enjoyed this first-half update and join me in being enthusiastic about Bali’s future, especially Sanur.

There is no question in my mind that Bali will continue to be one of the most sought-after destinations in the world. 

If you read TripAdvisor’s report in January of this year, we are ranked fourth.

  I believe we will move up in rankings this year because if you look at our competition, London which is suffering through drought and 40 C Temperatures and Cancun which is almost shut down right now due to Covid-19 we certainly look better.

I will go on out on a limb with a Nostradamus Moment and Predict that for the next 2-5 years Sanur will be one of the top three or five hottest real estate markets of Bali, Asia and even the world as it returns to the 2014 prices for real estate.

 Very sincerely.

  Lawrence B. M. B.

  President Director

 PT. Bali Affordable Lifestyles International. Since 2004

 DBA Best Bali Real Estate & PT. Bali Luxury Villas

 We have thousands of satisfied guests and clients worldwide.

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My wife and Partner Azizah who is a Licensed Bali Notaris along with our 70 + Loyal Professional staff will do buisness with us that is 

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