I spent 3 weeks traveling in Bali, visiting countless restaurants, cafes, and bars. Overall, I found that Bali’s food scene is quite palatable for international tastes. Although prices aren’t extremely cheap, I heard many horror stories about “Bali Belly” from eating street food (especially drinks with ice). So, to be safe, I mostly ate at restaurants this trip. Below is my Bali food guide featuring 26 food recommendations in Bali. Make sure to save this for your upcoming trip!
💡 The ranking order does not reflect my personal preference level 😂
💡 Most restaurant reservations in Bali are made via WhatsApp. If you find a restaurant you like but don’t see an online booking system, usually adding their number and messaging them on WhatsApp works perfectly.
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I have organized the following shops into a Google Map for this Bali food guide. If you are interested, you can click to download and save it. I recommend using this map alongside the restaurant descriptions below.
Bali Food #1 | Sayan Point
More than the food, the main selling point here is the invincible view! Sayan Point is located on the edge of the Sayan Valley in Ubud, offering panoramic views of rice terraces and the river at sunset. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor areas with plenty of seating, though reservations are recommended for larger groups. We only ordered simple light bites and drinks; the food was decent, but with the beautiful afternoon scenery and a live band at night, it’s perfect for a date.
Bali Food #2 | Umah Pizza
Umah Pizza is a pizza joint in Ubud beloved by both locals and tourists. “Umah” means “home” in Balinese, and this restaurant is known for its warm atmosphere and handmade pizzas. There is no fancy decor or unbeatable view, but the pizza and pasta are delicious. The best part is the price—it’s incredibly affordable, with a pizza or pasta costing less than USD $3.2. It’s filling and satisfying.
Bali Food #3 | Warung Gauri
This Bali restaurant is not on the busy streets of Ubud but tucked away in an alley, offering views of rolling rice fields. They also have a very cute shop dog, which adds to the dining experience. It specializes in traditional Balinese home cooking, offering affordable and authentic dishes like fried noodles, fried rice, curry, and satay, but with a unique touch from the owners. It is cheap and delicious. Since it’s often full during meal times, I recommend booking via WhatsApp in advance to avoid disappointment.
Bali Food #4 | Sinssihwaro Korean BBQ
If you are staying for a long time like I did and get tired of Indonesian food, consider this Korean spot in Bali — Sinssihwaro Korean BBQ. The decor is clean and stylish, with an open kitchen and bar seating in a cozy space. They focus on Korean cuisine, including BBQ, Shin Ramyun, and Army Stew. The chef grills the meat for you, so there’s no issue with smoke smells. A mouthful of lettuce wrap followed by a sip of spicy ramen soup is incredibly satisfying!
Bali Food #5 | Warung Pondok Madu
A popular charcoal-grilled pork rib restaurant run by a local Ubud couple, it has expanded from a five-table shop to a spacious and comfortable dining space. The signature dish is the BBQ Pork Ribs, charcoal-grilled until the skin is slightly charred and the inside is tender, with up to ten unique sauce flavors to choose from. The ribs were super tender. Although I personally don’t love heavy sauces, I still finished it all bite after bite! We also ordered satay and fried rice; the fried rice was pretty good, but the satay was average.
Bali Food #6 | Bebek Bengil Ubud
This restaurant is said to be the birthplace of the “Dirty Duck” dish, and you can overlook rice fields while dining. However, conclusion first: it wasn’t that delicious 😂. But if you want to try the “original” famous spot, you can still give it a go.
The signature Crispy Duck is marinated in spices and fried until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender. However, compared to other places I’ve tried, I found the bones here to be on the harder side—you have to be careful with your teeth—and the meat quality wasn’t as good as Pison Ubud (introduced below), so decide for yourself.
Bali Food #7 | Pison Ubud
If you only have time for one restaurant in Ubud, this is my top choice! The interior combines industrial style with local elements, offering both indoor and outdoor seating, with a view of green rice fields at the back. The daylight is amazing for photos.
The restaurant offers local and fusion cuisine. We ordered a ton of food and nothing was a disappointment—fried rice, Soba noodles, truffle fries, Dirty Duck, Avocado Coffee, everything was super delicious. The only downside is that they don’t take reservations. Even on a weekday afternoon around 2 PM, there was a queue, but the moment you taste the food, it’s all worth it.
Bali Food #8 | L’Osteria Pizza e Cucina Ubud
One of the most popular Italian restaurants in Ubud, located near the Monkey Forest. With wooden furniture, rattan lights, and designed tiles, it feels like dining in Southern Italy. Their signature is pizza with handmade sourdough crust that is fluffy and chewy, but I also highly recommend the pasta (personally thought the pasta was better than the pizza). It’s often hard to get a table for dinner, so I suggest booking in advance or dining during off-peak hours.
Bali Food #9 | Kagemusha
Kagemusha is a Japanese home-style cooking restaurant in Ubud’s Nyuh Kuning village. Opened in 1991, it has over 30 years of history and is essentially a hidden gem for Japanese food in Ubud. The restaurant is set in a tropical garden, lush and quiet, with cats lazily strolling (or sleeping) around, making you feel like you are in a rural Japanese cottage. However, there are quite a few mosquitoes, though the shop provides repellent.
While the food is generally good, the biggest surprise has to be the chicken wings. They are a hidden menu item posted only at the counter, so you have to ask the staff. But one bite and the juice explodes, combined with a very layered marinade, it is absolutely a must-order here!
Bali Food #10 | Warung Babi Guling Pande Egi
One of the must-eats food in Bali is Roast Suckling Pig (Babi Guling), and this specialty shop is hailed as one of the best in Bali. It’s a shop you shouldn’t miss when visiting Kanto Lampo Waterfall and was highly recommended by my private car driver. Located in Gianyar Beng village, the restaurant is surrounded by rice fields, featuring a high thatched roof and an open dining area that is airy, spacious, and offers views of green paddies.
The signature “Babi Guling Rice” is generous in portion. For about USD $3.2, you can enjoy a deluxe platter containing crispy skin roast pork, tender pork meat, pork sausage, pickles, and rice. Although the pork was a bit fatty for me, it was genuinely delicious overall. Highly recommended for those wanting to taste the most authentic Balinese roast pork.
Bali Food #11 | Bali-Jip Ubud kila
I craved Korean food too much while in Bali, so I found this Korean BBQ spot in Ubud. The owner is Korean. Besides BBQ, they also serve authentic Korean dishes like steamed eggs, tofu stew, and spicy stir-fried octopus. Most importantly, they sell Soju! You can choose between thick-cut pork belly or thin slices, served with many different dipping sauces and seasonings, plus unlimited lettuce refills, which really helps balance the grease.
Bali Food #12 | Sandikala at Amankila
During my trip to Bali, I stayed near the Aman Hotel. Although I couldn’t afford to stay there, I specially arranged a dinner to taste their food. Perhaps because it wasn’t peak season yet, we were the only guests in the entire dining space, eating quietly while looking at the distant sea view, it had a very luxurious atmosphere.
The food is based on local Balinese cuisine but with more refined plating and cooking techniques. The portions were quite large. Since it was Valentine’s Day, we were treated to a small heart-shaped cake. Although the final price was quite steep (about USD $95 per person), I highly recommend it if you have a special occasion to celebrate.
Bali Food #13 | Penny Lane
Penny Lane is a forest-themed Bohemian style restaurant, one of the most popular Instagrammable spots in Canggu, with high ceilings, greenery, and artistic decorations perfect for photos. The menu focuses on creative and healthy options. Breakfast offers rich fruit yogurt bowls that are colorful and substantial; they also have classic Brunch dishes like avocado toast, and other well-received items like burgers, salads, and Nasi Goreng.
Personally, I felt the food was just slightly above average, and the value for money was just okay, but if you like taking photos, it is truly beautiful when the sunlight pours in!
Bali Food #14 | Berawa’s Kitchen
This is an open-air food court in Canggu gathering over a dozen food trucks and stalls with different styles. It is a great place to enjoy affordable Bali food and nightlife. The venue is spacious with plenty of seating and often hosts live singers. I highly recommend coming here in the evening to order a few snacks and an ice Bintang beer.
It brings together cuisine from all over the world, from Indonesian satay skewers and traditional rice dishes to Indian curry, Italian pasta, Mexican tacos, and Japanese ramen. There is no minimum spend and no need to book. Prices are friendly, averaging just tens of thousands of Rupiah per dish. I ordered chicken pasta this time, and it was surprisingly delicious!
Bali Food #15 | Alma Tapas Bar – Canggu
This Spanish bistro is recommended by many YouTubers. With dim lighting and wooden tables, it’s perfect for a gathering and drinks. The menu offers various traditional Tapas: Patatas Bravas (spicy potatoes), garlic shrimp, Spanish chorizo, etc. Portions are moderate and prices are affordable, and most importantly, everything is delicious.
It’s worth mentioning that the owner is super enthusiastic. Besides checking on tables towards the end of the meal, he also treats you to homemade liquor for digestion (and you can get refills 😂). It’s a great choice for Tapas.
Bali Food #16 | Crumb & Coaster
Crumb & Coaster is located in an alley in the busy Kuta area, combining coffee, food, and a bar. Industrial design with a wooden restaurant interior and vintage decorations create a stylish tropical holiday vibe.
The restaurant is open from morning to night. Breakfast features rich brunch options like eggs benedict, avocado toast, and fruit smoothie bowls. Lunch has various burgers and sandwiches, while dinner offers fusion dishes like Nasi Goreng and Mexican wraps, though the menu seems available all day. I ordered the shrimp pasta, the slightly spicy sauce was very smooth and the shrimp were plump. Highly recommended.
Bali Cafe #1 | AKASA Specialty Coffee
The biggest feature of this cafe is that when the weather is good, you can see the magnificent Mount Agung right before your eyes. It is Bali’s most famous volcano cafe. The environment is quiet and open. It opens early in the morning, so many people who don’t want to hike the volcano come here to watch the sunrise.
I thought the coffee was just standard, but I also ordered the Vietnamese beef salad, which was refreshing and delicious. Besides the beautiful volcano scenery, the “Nest” seat is also a popular photo spot. You need a minimum spend to sit inside, but you can sneak in for a few photos when it’s empty. (Since it was cloudy the day I visited, the photos are from their official page).
Bali Cafe #2 | Ounix Coffee
Discovering this cafe was an accident; I was attracted by its cute exterior while passing by in a car. The interior has a cement industrial style, but the large windows look out onto green rice fields, which is very healing. Almost every seat has a power outlet (even outdoors), making it a paradise for digital nomads.
Bali Cafe #3 | Seniman Coffee
A pilgrimage site for Bali coffee lovers! Seniman is a famous boutique coffee roasting studio and cafe in Ubud, once ranked as the 12th best cafe in Asia. The baristas here are very professional; you can ask them for recommendations on flavors and brewing methods. Every cup of coffee comes with water and a small dessert, adding a nice ritualistic touch. The only small downside is there is no air conditioning indoors, which can be a bit unbearable on hot days.
Bali Cafe #4 | Tukies Coconut Shop
This is a coconut ice cream specialty shop you must try in Ubud! Tukies has multiple branches in Ubud, with decor centered around a coconut theme and fresh coconuts stacked high on the counter. The signature coconut ice cream is made with pure coconut milk, rich in coconut fragrance but not too sweet. It is served in a halved coconut shell topped with crispy coconut flakes and soft coconut meat—delicious and generous.
In addition, the shop also serves coconut smoothies, coconut chocolate bars, and other desserts, all made with fresh coconut, perfect for coconut lovers. Seating is limited and there is no AC (only fans), but the deliciousness of the ice cream is enough to melt away the heat.
Bali Cafe #5 | Ubud Coffee Roastery
Located in Ubud, this cafe has both indoor and outdoor areas. Although the outdoor area has no AC, the fans plus the breeze make it not too hot. The coffee here is good, and almost every seat provides power outlets. In the afternoons, you often see many people working on laptops here. Those afraid of the heat can choose the air-conditioned indoor space, which is very pleasant.
Bali Bar #1 | Why Not Restaurant and Bar
This Bali bar happened to be located near our accommodation in Ubud. Because there was a live band, it was very lively every night we passed by. But the best part is that the alcohol is super cheap. Buy 2 Get 1 Free during Happy Hour (about USD $9.50 for three cocktails). Even outside Happy Hour, a glass of wine is only about USD $3.2. It is the best choice for you if you love to drink and relax.
Bali Bar #2 | Black Sand Brewery
Beer lovers coming to the Canggu area cannot miss this place. The open-air space paired with grass and lighting is super chill, giving off a very Californian vibe. Besides having a large selection of craft beers, the food looked amazing too, though we were too full to order this time. It’s a place I would want to revisit next time I’m in Bali.
Bali Bar #3 | La Brisa Bali Beach Club
Every Sunday, a holiday market is held here, while at night it transforms into a beach club. The entire space is built with driftwood and fishing nets, looking like a pirate base hidden in a coconut grove; the details are amazing everywhere. The sunset glow sprinkling through the swaying palm trees onto the driftwood deck and pool is as beautiful as a painting.
General entry does not require a ticket, but if you want to sit on a sofa bed or poolside seat, there is an extra minimum spend. This place combines Bohemian style with island luxury, and with many surfers in the sea in front, it’s an extra surprise under the sunset view.
Bali Bar #4 | FINNS Beach Club
Claiming to be the World’s Best Beach Club, Finns features landmark bamboo architecture and four infinity pool bars. During the day, the sun shines on the white poolside lounge chairs and blue pools, just like a tropical vacation postcard; at night, it turns into an electronic music party scene with dazzling lights and international DJs driving the crowd wild.
Finns offers free entry, and there is no minimum spend for non-booth areas. However, daybeds require reservations and have a minimum spend, which can be fully credited towards food and drinks. I personally thought the fries were delicious! Besides the sunset view, the party atmosphere gets intense after 7 PM, with different themed activities every night. It is a beach club not to be missed for those who want to experience the most exciting Bali nightlife.
Bali Bar #5 | Potato Head Beach Club
This is an iconic beach club in the Seminyak area of Bali, and also a hotel. Upon entering, you will see a wide open lawn courtyard, an infinity pool, and the blue sky and sea of the Indian Ocean facing you directly.
During the day, you can lazily sunbathe by the pool, and at night, famous DJs play. There is no entry fee for the general restaurant area, but if you want to sit on the bean bags on the grass or the sofas by the pool, there is an extra minimum spend. The food choices here are quite diverse, the cocktails are unique, and the music is of the more relaxing and comfortable type.
That wraps up my complete Bali food guide with these sincere recommendations, all tasted personally. If you have other hidden food gems to recommend, please feel free to leave a comment and share them with me!
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