Bali is known as a food lovers paradise (along with the beaches and beautiful temples!)
But with endless restaurants in popular areas like Canggu and Ubud, knowing where to eat in Bali is a must to make the most of your experience. We narrow down our top hit list.
Far from just a restaurant, Ku De Ta is also a bar and beach lounge where moments are shared over exceptional food, drinks, and soulful soundtracks from dawn til dusk. On selected nights, the Culinary Cinema, allows you to dine under the stars whilst watching a movie. The beachfront venue is located along the idyllic sandy shores of Seminyak. With an all-day dining menu, Ku De Ta has become an iconic spot for sun-drenched days and dreamy starlit nights.
Serving dishes for everyone, including children, from sushi to tacos, gourmet sandwiches, salads as well as a fine dining menu using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Be sure to try the Fish Tacos with spiced yam puree and lime-coconut dressing and save room for the popular sweet delights.
KU DE TA
Jalan Kayu Aya No 9,
Seminyak, 80361
T: +62 361 736969
Restaurant dining isn’t only about the food. It’s also about the view, the ambiance and the service. Koral is the signature restaurant at The Apurva Kempinski Bali, offering a total sensory experience when you dine nestled inside this stunning underwater aquarium.
Large windows and an impressive glass-roofed tunnel give diners an incredible view of the underwater world.
The food is sensational with a fine dining menu of elegant dishes inspired by Indonesian coastal flavours and crafted from local ingredients. Every dish is an artwork, from the Blue Crab, Koral Carpaccio, to Beef Rossini. Accompany with one of Koral’s eccentric cocktails, for the most unforgettable experience. Talented mixologists are able to visit each table with the cocktail cart to create various cocktails, giving them the opportunity to engage with guests, while creating their favourite concoctions.
KORAL RESTAURANT
JI. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan,
The Apurva Kempinski Bali,
Nusa Dua, 80361
T: +62 361 2092288
Hidden under a canopy of palm trees, this magical, enchanting beach club has been built using reclaimed wood from fisherman boats, antique buoys and old barrels. Known as one of the trendiest, and eco-friendly venues on the island, with an outdoor swimming pool, top deck seating, and one of the best views over Echo Beach. This is the place for cocktails and sunsets.
This one is for seafood lovers with a menu dedicated to smaller plates, so you can enjoy many of the dishes as you relax back in one of the rattan beanbag’s.
As a special treat, visit on a Sunday when La Brisa holds Farmer’s Day – an initiative to support local farmers and small businesses. You’ll find sustainable products from natural body care, upcycled fashion and organic produce.
LA BRISA BALI
Jl. Pantai Batu Mejan,
Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara,
Kabupaten Badung, 80361
T: +62 811 3946 666
With 180 degree views of the jungle landscape, Kepitu is located within The Kayon Resort Ubud. The bamboo design and floating sky roof deck dining space overlooks the pool, making this a favourite romantic dining destination.
Expect light and healthy dishes, with a mix of Western and Asian influences, but signature dishes change depending on what night of the week you visit. You’ll experience a show of themed dinners from Indonesian Satay Night, International BBQ night with live cooking stations or you can be taken away with the Balinese Culture Dinner including live assorted Balinese dance!
KEPITU at THE KAYON RESORT
Banjar Kepitu, Desa Kendran,
Tegallalang, Ubud, 80561
T: +62 361 978098