34 Best Restaurants in Bali (2025 Ultimate Foodie Guide)

Bali is a foodie’s paradise. From jungle cafés in Ubud to rooftop bars in Kuta and sunset beach clubs in Seminyak, the island has thousands of places to eat and drink. But with so many options, it can feel overwhelming to decide where to go.

During our 3-week trip around Bali, Uluwatu, Nusa Penida, and the Gili Islands, we tried 34 different restaurants, cafés, and bars—from local warungs serving authentic Indonesian food to trendy spots with epic sunset views. In this guide, you’ll find my honest reviews and star ratings (⭐️ to ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️) so you can quickly figure out where to eat in Bali in 2025.

Whether you’re searching for the best restaurants in Ubud, the top beach bars in Seminyak, or romantic dinner spots in Gili Trawangan, this list covers it all.

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⭐️ How I Rated Each Restaurant

I used a 1–5 star scale to keep things simple:
• ⭐️ Skip this place
• ⭐️⭐️ Only if you’re starving and can’t find anything else
• ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Decent, but nothing super memorable
• ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Would definitely eat here again
• ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ YOU HAVE TO VISIT THIS PLACE!

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Best Restaurants in Ubud

Ubud is Bali’s cultural and spiritual heart. Think lush rice terraces, jungle views, and a mix of traditional warungs and cozy cafés.

Café des Artistes – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Garden seating on a quiet street
• Great cocktails
• Convenient if you’re staying at the Honeymoon Guesthouse

Karsa Café – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Seating in cute huts among the rice fields (so unique!)
• Perfect for fresh juices after the Campuhan Ridge Walk
• Super relaxing—could literally take a nap here

Teba Sari – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Good food, very pretty setting
• Feels touristy (our driver took us here, but there were lots of tour groups visiting the Tegalalang Rice Terraces)

Omma Day Club – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Fun day club experience
• Had a quick refresher drink here after visiting the waterfall
• Modern vibes, not traditional, but very fun

Bollywood Indian – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Delicious Indian food (a nice break from Nasi Goreng!!)
• Live music adds to the atmosphere

Warung Gauri – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Decent food at very affordable prices
• Simple setting, nothing special – good for a quick lunch

Murni’s Warung – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Upscale version of a traditional warung
• Great food, atmosphere, and service

Why Not Bar – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Live rock & pop music with everyone singing along
• Drinks + fun vibes = our go-to nightlife spot in Ubud

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Best Restaurants in Sanur

Sanur has a laid-back vibe with beachfront cafés and casual dining.

Seagrass by the Beach – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Aesthetic restaurant with pretty drinks
• Great for Instagram shots

Lilla Pantai – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Dining with your feet in the sand
• Cute place, but food was just okay

La Playa – ⭐️⭐️
• Beachfront location
• Mediocre food, nothing special

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Best Restaurants in Seminyak, Legian & Kuta

This area is party-central: think trendy beach clubs, rooftop bars, and international food.

The Sand – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Honestly not very memorable

Capil Beach Grill & Bar – ⭐️⭐️
• Average breakfast, overpriced for beachside

La Plancha – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• THE place for sunset in Seminyak
• Colorful beanbags, yummy cocktails, great vibes
• Music + atmosphere = perfection

K Resto – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Beachfront, otherwise not very special

Sacred Ground – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Cute brunch café

Ku De Ta – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Famous beach club, but overrated & overpriced

Kuta Social Club – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Rooftop views are the highlight
• Food was fine, but I’d recommend coming for sunset drinks

Makan Place – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Delicious Indonesian food + cocktails
• Beautiful entrance and interior

Hard Rock Cafe – ⭐️⭐️
• I usually love HRC, but this one fell flat—too loud, nachos meh

The Champlung – ⭐️⭐️
• Another mid beach restaurant

Lemongrass Thai – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• THE BEST Thai food ever!
• Friendly staff, insane flavors

The Coffee Club – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Known for their giant milkshakes
• Also good for breakfast/snacks

Azul Beach Club – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Fun happy hour spot with Latin music & dancing

MoonLite – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Rooftop dining spot
• Perfect for a sunset dinner with great food

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Best Restaurants in Uluwatu

Sundays Beach Club – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Beachfront day club with a private funicular ride down
• Relaxed vibes, worth it for the experience – they hand out free marshmallows to roast on a beach bonfire at night!

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Best Restaurants in Nusa Penida

Coco Penida Restaurant & Bar – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Aesthetic, but average breakfast

Next Level Cafe – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Super tasty Indonesian food (Nasi Goreng again for me, but no complaints here!!)
• Located right on the beach, views are 10/10

Penida Colada Beach Bar – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Lots of vegetarian/vegan options
• Tasty cocktails + dinner right on the beach – the vegan curry was amazing!!
• Beautiful, aesthetic setting

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Best Restaurants in Gili Trawangan

Window Bar – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Best for sunset drinks

Warung Warna – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Nothing memorable, food was okay

The Banyan Tree – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Vegetarian/vegan-friendly
• Beachfront, good vibes

Pinkcoco Beach Club – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Another top sunset bar

Scallywags Restaurant – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Our absolute favorite on Gili T!
• Romantic beachfront tables
• A la carte & buffet options—delicious

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Final Thoughts

My top recommendations? For sunset drinks, head to La Plancha in Seminyak. For Indonesian food, try Murni’s Warung in Ubud. And if you’re visiting Gili Trawangan, don’t miss Scallywags Restaurant for a romantic beachfront dinner.

As with many destinations, we found that the most touristy beachfront restaurants (especially in Kuta, Legian, and parts of Seminyak) often weren’t the best for food. But overall, even random spots we discovered along the way turned out to be surprisingly good.

• Pro Tip: Save this list and drop pins into your Google Maps before your trip so you always know where to eat in Bali—whether you’re in Ubud, Uluwatu, Nusa Penida, or the Gili Islands!

Wondering how to fit all these restaurants into your trip? Check out my Ultimate 3 Week Bali Itinerary: Beaches, Temples, Day Clubs & Adventure!

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 Frequently Asked Questions About Eating in Bali

1. What food is Bali famous for?
Bali is best known for traditional Indonesian dishes such as Nasi Goreng (fried rice) or Mie Goreng (fried noodles). You’ll also find plenty of fresh tropical fruit, smoothie bowls, and international cuisine thanks to Bali’s diverse food scene. Be careful though about “Bali Belly” – personally I like to follow the rule “cook it, peel it or leave it”.

2. Is Bali expensive for eating out?
It depends! Eating at a local warung (small restaurant) can cost as little as 5 CHF per meal, while trendy beach clubs or upscale restaurants may easily go over 20 CHF per person.

4. Do I need to book restaurants in Bali?
We didn’t book ahead anywhere! But if you have your eyes set on something and don’t mind being tied with a time, why not! The only place I’d recommend to have a booking is the day clubs, but we showed up even there on the day of and got in 🙂

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Quick-Glance Guide to the Best Restaurants & Bars in Bali

Category	Restaurant / Bar	Location	Rating	Why Go
🌅 Best Sunset Spot	La Plancha	Seminyak	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️	Colorful beanbags, cocktails & amazing sunset vibes
🍲 Best Warung	Murni’s Warung	Ubud	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️	Traditional Indonesian food in a beautiful setting
🍹 Best Day Club	Cretya Day Club	Ubud	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️	Luxury daybeds, cocktails & rice field views
🥢 Best Thai Food	Lemongrass Thai	Kuta	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️	Best Thai I ever had outside Thailand
🥑 Best Vegan/Vegetarian	The Banyan Tree	Gili Trawangan	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️	Beachfront, vegan/vegetarian menu
🏖️ Most Romantic Dinner	Scallywags Restaurant	Gili Trawangan	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️	Beachfront tables in the sand, buffet & à la carte
🎸 Best Nightlife Bar	Why Not Bar	Ubud	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️	Live music, dancing & fun vibes all night!