Mahi-mahi ceviche, sriracha-caramel wings, and all-dessert degustation menus in…Bali? Indeed, the bounty of global cuisine on offer here seems more apropos to a cosmopolitan city than a tropical island. You have the Australians to thank for some of this culinary revolution—urbane chefs from the likes of Melbourne decamp to Bali to expand their culinary prowess along the beaches of Seminyak and in Ubud, the island’s spiritual hinterland. But Bali’s indigenous cuisine shouldn’t be ignored. Beyond the cheap and cheerful warungs are plentiful upscale restaurants serving authentic Balinese and pan-Indonesian menus, where one can sample babi guling (whole-roasted suckling pig) and gado-gado, a hearty, cooked vegetables platter with savory peanut sauce. Feeling hungry? Read on for our top picks on where to eat in Bali.
Read our full Bali travel guide here, which includes:
Every restaurant on this list has been selected independently by Condé Nast Traveler editors and reviewed by a local contributor who has visited that restaurant. Our editors consider both high-end and affordable eateries, and weigh stand-out dishes, location, and service—as well as inclusivity and sustainability credentials. We update this list as new restaurants open and existing ones evolve. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
