Must-see restaurants in North Bali

  • Global Village Kafe

    Lovina

    Che Guevara, Mikhail Gorbachev and Nelson Mandela are just some of the figures depicted in the paintings lining the walls of this artsy cafe. The baked…

  • Damai

    Lovina

    Enjoy the renowned organic restaurant at this boutique hotel in the hills behind Lovina. Tables enjoy views across the north coast. The changing menu…

  • Jasmine Kitchen

    Lovina

    The Thai fare at this elegant two-level restaurant is excellent. The menu is long and authentic, and the staff are gracious. Try the homemade ice cream…

  • Santai Warung

    North Bali

    Follow the glowing lanterns off Pemuteran's main road to this adorable Indonesian restaurant, which serves up spicy, authentic dishes – including lots of…

  • Buda Bakery

    Lovina

    North Bali's best bakery has a huge array of breads, cakes and other treats produced fresh daily. However, the real reason to make the 10-minute walk here…

  • Sea Breeze Café

    Lovina

    Right by the beach, this breezy cafe is the best – and most intimate – of the beachside choices. The Indonesian and Western dishes are well presented, as…

  • Cozy Resto

    Singaraja

    One of the more established cafes at Pantai Penimbangan, Cozy has a long menu of Balinese, Indonesian and seafood dishes. Celebrating locals fill the open…

  • Seyu

    Lovina

    This authentic Japanese place has a skilled sushi chef and a solid list of fresh nigiri and sashimi choices. The dining room is suitably spare and…

  • Tanjung Alam

    Lovina

    You'll see the fragrant column of smoke rising through the palms before you find this entirely open-air waterfront restaurant where grilled seafood is…

  • Joe's

    North Bali

    The closest thing Pemuteran has to a party bar, Joe's has a dash of vintage style. Enjoy a seafood meal sitting around an old boat in the open-air dining…

  • Spice Beach Club

    Lovina

    Mirrored shades are de rigueur at this stylish hang-out on a nice patch of beach. There's a whiff of Cannes about the rows of beach loungers backed by a…

  • Akar

    Lovina

    The many shades of green at this vegetarian cafe aren’t just for show. They reflect the earth-friendly ethics of the owners. Enjoy organic smoothies,…

  • Bali Balance Café & Bistro

    North Bali

    Excellent coffee, plus juices and tasty cakes, make this spotless cafe a good place for a pause any time. There's a short menu of sandwiches and salads,…

  • Bakery Lovina

    Lovina

    Enjoy Lovina's best cup of coffee amid groceries at this upmarket deli a short walk from the centre. The croissants and German breads are baked fresh…

  • Warung Barclona

    Lovina

    Despite the vaguely Catalan name, this family-run restaurant has an ambitious and good Balinese menu. Choose a table on the open-air terrace and order…

  • La Casa Kita

    North Bali

    Grab a table and a cold Bintang on the outdoor lawn and choose from a menu with a classic holiday mix of thin-crust wood-fired pizzas plus Western and…

  • Warung Dolphin

    Lovina

    Near the beach, this small cafe serves a fine grilled-seafood platter (which was probably caught by the guy next to you). There's live acoustic music many…

  • Istana Cake & Bakery

    Singaraja

    Fallen in love in Lovina? Get your wedding cake here. For lesser life moments like the munchies, choose from an array of tasty baked goods. There is a…

  • Night Market

    Lovina

    Lovina's night market is a good choice for fresh and cheap local food. Each year it adds a few more interesting stands. Try the piseng goreng (fried…

  • Dapur Ibu

    Singaraja

    A nice local cafe with a small garden off the street. The nasi goreng (fried rice) is fresh and excellent; wash it down with a fresh juice or bubble tea.