Must-see restaurants in South Bali & the Islands

  • Bakso Supra Dinasty

    Denpasar

    One taste of the soup assembled to order out of the steaming vats at this small stall and you'll agree that the name (translated: Meatball Super Dynasty)…

  • Café Smorgås

    Sanur

    A nice place with wicker chairs on a large terrace and cool air-con inside. The menu has a healthy range of fresh detox juices and salads, plus comfort…

  • Ayam Goreng Kalasan

    Denpasar

    The name here says it all: fried chicken (ayam goreng) named for a Javanese temple (Kalasan) in a region renowned for its fiery, crispy chicken. Note the…

  • La Playa Cafe

    Sanur

    You can hear the surf and see the moonlight reflected on the water at this welcoming beachside seafood grill, set on the sand amid palm trees and fishing…

  • Made Bagus Cafe

    Bukit Peninsula

    Tucked away at the north end of the southern group; the staff serving their narrow patch of tables on the beach here radiate charm. Go for one of the…

  • Warung Wardani

    Denpasar

    Don't be deceived by the small dining room at the entrance: there's another vastly larger one out the back. The top-notch nasi campur (rice with side…

  • Warung Pondok Nusa Penida

    Nusa Penida

    A cute little breezy place right on the beach. Enjoy well-prepared Indo classics and seafood (plus the odd international item) while taking in the views…

  • Nusa Dua Beach Grill

    Nusa Dua

    A good spot for day trippers, this warm-hued cafe (hidden by the Mulia resort) is just south of Gegar Beach. The drinks menu is long, the seafood fresh…

  • Warung Bamboo

    Bukit Peninsula

    Warung Bamboo is slightly more appealing than its neighbours, all of which have a certain raffish charm. The menu is dead simple: choose your seafood and…

  • Tao

    Bukit Peninsula

    On its own swathe of pure-white sand, Tao has a large curling pool that wends between the tables. The food is an eclectic mix of Asian (but a club…

  • Warung Bundaran Renon

    Denpasar

    A slightly upscale babi guling (spit-roast pig) place with excellent plate lunches of same. It feels a bit like a suburban house and there's a shady patio.

  • Warung Pantai Indah

    Sanur

    Sit at battered tables and chairs with your toes in the sand at this timeless beach cafe. It specialises in fresh barbecue-grilled seafood and cheap local…

  • Minami

    Sanur

    With its minimalist white decor, bright open-air atmosphere and a vast range of uberfresh fish, this authentic Japanese place is a great find on Sanur…

  • Buddha Soul

    Bukit Peninsula

    This chilled-out roadside cafe has an outdoor deck where you can enjoy healthy, organic meals such as grilled calamari, chicken salad and lentil burgers.

  • Pasar Sindhu Night Market

    Sanur

    This market sells fresh vegetables, dried fish, pungent spices, various household goods and many tempting Balinese meals.

  • Sunday Market

    Sanur

    Organic produce, prepared foods, handicrafts and much more are sold by local vendors at this monthly market.

  • Pasar Malam Kereneng

    Denpasar

    Dozens of vendors dish up food until dawn at this excellent night market.

  • Warungs

    Nusa Dua

    Your best bet for fresh and delicious local fare in the Nusa Dua area.

  • Bali Buda

    Bukit Peninsula

    A small outlet of the excellent island-wide bakery/cafe chain.

  • Warung Satria

    Denpasar

    On a quiet street; try the seafood satay served with a shallot sambal. Otherwise, choose from the immaculate displays, but don't wait too long after lunch…

  • Café Teduh

    Denpasar

    Hidden down a tiny lane, Café Teduh is a little oasis with hanging orchids, trees, flowers and ponds with fountains. Try ayam dabu-dabu (grilled chicken…

  • Nasa Café

    Bukit Peninsula

    Inside the shady bamboo bar built on stilts above the sand, the wraparound view through the drooping thatched roof is of a vibrant azure ribbon of…

  • Hardy's

    Nusa Dua

    This huge outlet of the local chain of supermarkets is about 1km west of the main gate. Besides groceries, it has most other goods you might need and at…

  • Hardy's Supermarket

    Sanur

    For groceries and personal items, there's this large supermarket, which has all manner of local and imported food items, plus a range of souvenirs on its…

  • 99 Meals House

    Nusa Lembongan

    An absolute bargain. Fried rice, omelettes, Chinese stir-fries and more prepared by a family at this great open-air spot overlooking the beach.

  • Made's Warung

    Nusa Penida

    Right across from the temple, this very clean warung is one of several and has tasty nasi campur (rice with a choice of side dishes).

  • Nirmala Supermarket

    Bukit Peninsula

    Useful for supplies and groceries; also a good landmark for an important crossroads.