We’ve visited Bali quite a number of times over the last year. Every time we discover new places to eat, and every time we’re amazed with the standard available on this small island. It seems outstanding chefs are drawn to the place and we’re very happy to luxuriate in their creations. There are an enormous number of local eateries worthy of an article all on their own: I leave that to the experts though. This list covers the luxe kitchens on the island, so in following please find our compilation of: (in no particular order)
Best Restaurants in Bali
(The Luxe List)
(Click on the title link for menus, prices, photos, maps, and contact details)
Jimbaran
Cuca – Tapas, Cocktails, Desserts – Creative cuisine made with 100% local ingredients
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Cuca – Tapas, Cocktails, Desserts |
Sundara Bar and Restaurant – Delicious tapas and awesome sunsets
Sunset Beach Bar and Grill – Great sundowner drink deals
KO Japanese Restaurant – Teppanyaki Fun!
Seminyak
Barbacoa South American Grill – Must try their Margaritas and everything from the grill
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Barbacoa South American Grill |
Wild Orchid – Mouth watering breakfasts on the beach
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Wild Orchid |
La Lucciola – An institution in Seminyak
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La Lucciola, Seminyak |
Mozaic Beach Club – Good value drink deals and delicious bistro menu
Fire – Try the chef’s degustation menu
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Fire |
Legian
Tenkai Japanese – Teppanyaki
Nusa Dua
The Shore – Wine paired dinners
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The Shore |
Pasar Senggol – A classy way to experience many Balinese dishes and Culture in one evening
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Pasar Senggol |
Nampu – Not only fresh Japanese dishes but delicious desserts too
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Nampu |
Sakala Bali – Incredible everything but especially worth a visit for the desserts!
Uluwatu
Finn’s Beach Club – Can’t beat the location
Rock Bar – Another spectacular location
Private Dinner on the Spa Deck – Most Romantic Experience Ever!
Di Mare Restaurant – More stunning views
UNIQUE Rooftop Restaurant and Bar – Indeed unique compared to the others in the area
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UNIQUE Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, Rimba |
Karma Beach Club – That Uluwatu backdrop is unbeatable
Ubud
Mozaic – French cuisine with local ingredients – a very romantic evening
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Mozaic Ubud |
Cascades – More awesome views and European cuisine
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CasCades |
Off the beaten path
Tsavo Lion Restaurant – Lunching with the lions
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Tsavo Lion Restaurant |
And to get us around Asia World Indonesia has been unbeatable…
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Asia World Indonesia Airport Transfer |
As said at the beginning, this is our luxe restaurant list. We’d love to know your favourites, and would welcome some local leads too!