Blending a variety of aromatic spices with vegetables and meat is what Balinese cuisine is all about. Rice is the prime ingredient of most food items accompanied with vegetables, seafood and meat. Balinese widely use seafood, pork, chicken, fruits and vegetables in their preparations, some of which reflect the traditions of the island of Bali. However, since most Hindus do not consume beef, it is rarely or never consumed in Bali. Bali celebrates many of its traditions preparing ornately cooked foods. Its warungs (food stands), night markets, and fruit vendors sell local delicacies that suit every palate.

There can be several places to choose from when deciding where to eat in Bali, be it the local fare at a warung or a fusion of international and local menus at a fine deli. But some stand out from the rest of the places to eat in Bali.

Balique, a beautiful vintage restaurant located near the Intercontinental Hotel at Jimbaran serves a perfect mix of Indonesian and Western cuisine and is a must-visit when in Bali.

Think about beautiful paddy fields in the backdrop, the Bebek Tepi Sawah restaurant with the huge outdoor restaurant is perfect for trying out the peculiar duck dishes.

Sip a cup of afternoon tea with sweet treats, scones, and finger sandwiches with other fellow travelers at the Biku.

If you are staying in the Jimbaran area, Cuca restaurant is worth a try for its refreshing tapas made using locally sourced ingredients served with delicious and playful cocktails. A must-try are BBQ Octopus and crispy chicken prepared in the Japanese Karaage style.

A taste of pure Japanese in Bali is possible only at the Edogin, an exquisite Japanese restaurant offering a wide selection of Japanese delicacies like sushi, sashimi, tempura, udon with a delightful selection of scallop, steak, chicken, prawn. To top it all, the dishes are cooked a la minute by the chefs.

Why just Japanese! Bali is where you can have a little bit of all flavors. Motel Mexicola at Seminyak serves mouthwatering quesadillas and tacos to gulp down with delicious drinks.

Perfect for romantic getaways, Bali also features a romantic dining experience. Swept Away restaurant inside the Samaya Ubud, is perched on a deck above a picturesque river running past this exotic part of Bali. The location features a relaxed dining experience, close to nature and a plethora of dishes to choose from. 

Another diner known for its breathtaking location and delicious cuisine is CasCades Restaurant at the Viceroy Bali. The restaurant overlooks the Petanu River valley which is sure to turn your dining experience into an experience of a lifetime. The restaurant features a chic dining setting with an adjacent bar and several spaces perfect for couples to have the candlelit dinner moments. The cuisine is a seven-course menu created by the Executive Chef and his culinary team of talented chefs.

Soleil, a beachfront dining restaurant serves an elaborate spread of Pan-Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. But that is just not it. It hosts a Sunday champagne brunch with its delicious mixture of cocktails, wines, and exquisite champagne.

Angelita Patisserie is Bali’s own Laduree, serving French sweets. It mixes eclairs with assorted flavours like raspberry mousse cakes and chocolate tarts, passionfruit and orea, and banana with Nutella tart. It is the newfound favorite of many travelers in Seminyak.

Bali is perfect for chewing on the duck dishes at Bebek Tepi Sawah, satiating the sweet tooth desire from an amazing selection of French sweets at Bali’s own Laduree, Angelita Patisserie gulping down the delicacies at the beachfront dining restaurant of Soleil.