Canggu
Superbly prepared and presented casual meals are the hallmark of this open-front cafe. The very short menu changes each day depending on what's fresh. The…
Must-see restaurants in Bali
Ubud
Music, mixology and Italian food are a particularly good trio, so you'd need to be a dumbo not to eat here, especially as pizzas cooked in a wood-fired…
Lovina
The Thai fare at this elegant two-level restaurant is excellent. The menu is long and authentic, and the staff are gracious. Try the homemade ice cream…
Kuta & Legian
Opening its doors in 1973, Poppies was one of the first restaurants established in Kuta (Poppies Gang I is even named after it). It's popular for its…
Bukit Peninsula
The place to hang out in Bingin. Surfers and beachgoers gather in this large garden for tasty vegetarian meals. Expect the likes of burritos, salads,…
Seminyak
Wander down a tiny gang and push through narrow wooden doors to reach this matchbox coffee bar that does an excellent selection of brews. There are just a…
Sanur
This branch of the Ubud original is no mere knock-off. It's spread over two floors, there’s cool jazz playing in the background and live performances some…
North Bali
Follow the glowing lanterns off Pemuteran's main road to this adorable Indonesian restaurant, which serves up spicy, authentic dishes – including lots of…
Canggu
Learn the meaning of true small batch ice cream at this cheery shop that churns its creations one serving at a time using liquid nitrogen. House-created…
Lovina
North Bali's best bakery has a huge array of breads, cakes and other treats produced fresh daily. However, the real reason to make the 10-minute walk here…
East Bali
Serving a predominantly organic menu of Western and Balinese staples, this friendly and clean warung with its distinctive checkerboard-tiled floor is a…
Seminyak
Australian chef Dean Keddell presides over an appealing, airy space, with carved wood and palms. The Asian fusion menu features a 'Best of' list of…
Nusa Lembongan
On the road to the mangroves, past the lighthouse, this family-run restaurant serves excellent seafood meals. The menu depends on what's caught offshore…
Ubud
A young and fashionable crowd flocks to this Aussie-style contemporary cafe to nosh on all-day breakfasts, burgers, sourdough sandwiches, homemade cakes,…
Nusa Lembongan
Straddling the main hillside walkway, the stylish bar and cafe of the Batu Karang hotel offers creative drinks from a long list, gorgeous views and…
Sanur
Asian fusion with a French accent. A daily menu board lists the fresh seafood available for grilling. Look for regional dishes, many with modern flair…
Nusa Penida
A popular spot for volunteers at the NGOs, this small cafe and shop is run by the ever-charming Mike, a Brit who is a fount of Penida knowledge. There's…
Ubud Region
An outpost of Bali chic on one of the main roads between Ubud and the coast, this fashionable cafe in the Tonyraka Art Lounge is an excellent lunch,…
Canggu Region
Sublimely positioned among the rice fields, this casual, open-air cafe is popular for its creative takes on Asian and Western fare. It has a modern vibe…
West Bali
The place for a sunset cocktail and bite of sushi. The surf action is arrayed out right in front of the quirky multilevel seating area. There are specials…
Bukit Peninsula
For heaping plates of Australian-style brunch composed of fresh, local ingredients, Bukit Cafe is unbeatable. Standout dishes include vegan pancakes,…
Kerobokan
Find a table in this quiet family compound and enjoy fresh Balinese and Indonesian food served in classic warung style. Choose a rice, then pick from a…
Bukit Peninsula
There's buzz from the excellent coffee and the crowds at this roadside cafe, which serves healthy food like several kinds of avocado toast and smoothie…
Kerobokan
The eponymous Eny cooks everything herself at this tiny open-front warung nearly hidden behind various potted plants. Look for the roadside sign that…
Kerobokan
Housed in a 150-year-old teak joglo (traditional Javanese house), wildly popular Biku retains the timeless vibe of its predecessor. The menu combines…
Ubud
There's lots to like about this Italian restaurant. Its flexible kitchen serves an antipasto set menu at lunch (eight antipasti, 299,000Rp), a filling…
Ubud
Chef Will Meyrick is the culinary genius behind Mama San in Seminyak, and his Ubud outpost is just as impressive. The menu delivers traditional Indonesian…
Ubud
Chef Chris Salans oversees this much-lauded top-end restaurant. Fine French fusion cuisine features on a constantly changing seasonal menu that takes its…
Seminyak
Adorned in cartoonish, pastel circus murals, this fabulous spot offers up fresh and delicious dishes inspired by cuisines in Asia, Australia and the…
Ubud
Few locals making the trek up the hill through Sayan pass this Bali version of a roadhouse without stopping. The star is sate lilit: chicken is minced,…
Ubud
Resembling a posh version of the Balinese bamboo hut that it is named for, Mandapa's premier restaurant offers a memorable and romantic dining experience…
Sanur
Bringing much-needed style to Sanur's main strip, this new-agey cafe has an appealing mix of tables inside and out. The food is healthy and combines…
Kerobokan
Merah Putih means 'red and white', which are the colours of the Indonesian flag. That's perfect for this excellent restaurant, which celebrates food from…
West Bali
This charming beachfront restaurant serves cheap and tasty Indonesian dishes in traditional joglos perched on stilts by the sea. The gado gado (a…
Seminyak
Not your average taqueria, Motel Mexicola is an extravaganza that channels a tropical version of a nightclub. The huge space is decked out in kitschy neon…
Canggu Region
Under big trees, this charming cafe evokes the feel of a simple colonial country house in the Caribbean. There are tables in the garden as well as the…
Seminyak
Inspired by Hawaii's culture and tropical ingredients, this chain of acai bowl establishments has made a big splash in Bali. The flagship Seminyak…
Canggu
The best deal for great local fare close to the beach, Varuna combines excellent Balinese fare with a surfer sensibility. The nasi goreng (fried rice)…
Lovina
Right by the beach, this breezy cafe is the best – and most intimate – of the beachside choices. The Indonesian and Western dishes are well presented, as…
Canggu
There's a farm-to-table ethos at this popular restaurant that focuses on steaks, with a supporting cast of seafood, cured meats, cheeses and local produce…
