Uluwatu’s food scene has changed fast. A decade ago this was surf shack territory — a few warungs, cold Bintang, and whatever was fresh from the market. Today, it’s one of Bali’s most exciting places to eat, with everything from authentic French bistros to clifftop fusion and beloved roadside warungs that’ve been feeding the neighbourhood for 25 years. We’ve put this guide together so you don’t waste a single meal. Distances are from our gate on Jalan Raya Uluwatu No. 243.
LOCAL WARUNG · THE REAL STUFF
1. Yeye’s Warung & Gift Shop
One of Uluwatu’s most beloved institutions, and for good reason. Yeye’s has been serving the neighbourhood on Jl. Labuansait for over 25 years — a buffet-style setup where you build your own plate from a rotating cabinet of Balinese and Indonesian dishes. Think crispy tempeh, spiced fried chicken, gado gado, satay, and the silkiest turmeric rice you’ll find anywhere on the Bukit. Everything served on a banana leaf. It’s been called the best nasi campur in Uluwatu, and we’re not going to argue.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~10 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Lunch, just after noon
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 25,000 - 60,000
MUST ORDER:
Nasi Campur (build your own) / Spiced Fried Chicken / Turmeric Rice / Dadar Gulung / Gado-Gado / Cold Bintang
2. Warung Bu Jonny
The kind of warung that locals actually eat at — not a tourist-facing version of one. Warung Bu Jonny near the Pecatu surf spots is famous for its crispy lalapan chicken, bold sambal, and generous portions of nasi goreng and mie goreng. Simple plastic chairs, a handwritten menu, and food that proves you don’t need an ocean view to have a great meal. A firm favourite with surfers, expats, and anyone smart enough to
DISTANCE FROM US:
~8 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Lunch or Early Dinner
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 25,000 - 60,000
MUST ORDER MENU:
Lalapan Chicken / Nasi Goreng / Sambal / Mie Goreng / Fresh Coconut
MID-RANGE FAVORITES · GREAT FOOD, FAIR PRICE
1. Disco Pizza Palace
The first restaurant in Bali to serve two naturally leavened sourdough styles side by side — Neapolitan (airy, pillowy, blistered) and Roman (thin, cracker-crisp). Both are exceptional. Set inside a full retro 1980s-themed space with curated disco beats and cocktails on tap, it somehow manages to be both a genuinely great pizzeria and a lot of fun. The Brisket and Smoked Marlin pizzas have become instant classics. Best Tuesday–Sunday evenings when the full party energy kicks in.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~12 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
From 5pm · Mon – Sun
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 120,000 - 220,000
MUST ORDER:
Smoked Marlin Pizza / Brisket Pizza / Hand-rolled Pasta / Cocktails on Tap / Sharing Desserts
2. Gooseberry Restaurant
A chic café-boutique hybrid in Bingin with a relaxed pool-side setting and a menu that does European comfort food beautifully. Truffle pasta, fresh poke bowls, hearty brunches, and some of the better coffee in the area. The setting is effortlessly photogenic — all natural textures, lush plants, and good light — but the food actually holds its own beyond the aesthetic. A favourite for a slow morning or a lazy lunch between beach visits.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~15 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Brunch · 8am – 2pm
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 100,000- 250,000
MUST ORDER:
Truffle Pasta / Poke Bowl / Eggs Benedict / Smoothie Bowl / Specialty Coffee
3. Peyia
A lively East Mediterranean escape tucked into Ungasan, where the Levant meets Bali in the best possible way. Slow-cooked lamb, smoky charcoal-grilled beef, vibrant sumac salads — everything is made fresh and from scratch, including the pistachio tiramisu that locals will not stop talking about. The vibe is festive and communal; the kind of place you end up staying longer than planned.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~10 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Dinner · from 6pm
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 150,000 - 350,000
MUST ORDER:
Slow-cooked Lamb / Charcoal-grilled Beef / Sumac Salad / Pistachio Tiramisu / Homemade Meze
CLIFFTOP & DESTINATION DINING · FOR SPECIAL EVENINGS
1. Mana Uluwatu
Perched high on the cliffs of Uluwatu inside Uluwatu Surf Villas, Mana is one of the area’s most iconic dining addresses — and the view alone makes it worth the trip. The open-air pavilion is built from reclaimed teak and ironwood, the infinity pool glitters beside you, and the Indian Ocean stretches to the horizon. The menu takes inspiration from Latin American, Mexican, and Asian cuisines, all grounded in sustainably sourced local ingredients. The Gohu Tuna Ceviche and Baja fish tacos are standout dishes. Open to non-guests with a reservation.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~12 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Sunset Dinner · 5–7pm
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 250,000 - 450,000
Book the best cliff-edge table at least 3–5 days in advance, especially during peak season. Arrive 30 minutes before sunset. Reservation essential.
MUST ORDER:
Gohu Tuna Ceviche / Baja Fish Tacos / Seafood Pasta / Jamu Spritz / Buttermilk Fried Chicken
3. Bartolo
Uluwatu’s neighbourhood bistro — and one of the places that put the area on Bali’s serious dining map. Bartolo serves authentic French-Italian cooking in a setting that feels effortlessly right: black-and-white tiled floors, marble tables, banquettes, and outdoor terrace seating under tall trees that gives it a genuine Parisian piazza energy. Steak tartare, house-made charcuterie, seasonal sharing plates. The cocktail list is built around vermouth heritage and is genuinely world-class — especially the Black Lime Margarita. Live jazz every Saturday.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~12 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
5pm daily · Jazz Sat
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 100,000 - 300,000
Happy hour 5–7pm daily with 2-for-1 vermouth cocktails. Book for Saturday evenings — live jazz makes it one of the best nights out in Uluwatu. Jl. Labuansait, Pecatu.
MUST ORDER:
Steak Tartare / Black Lime Margarita / Bartolo Spritz / House Charcuterie / House-made Pasta
4. Il Salotto
Authentic Italian fine dining done properly — no shortcuts, no Bali-ised interpretations. Il Salotto’s focus is on handmade pasta using traditional recipes, high-quality imported and local ingredients, and a dining room that feels genuinely special. This is the place for a romantic dinner or a special occasion where the food needs to be the centrepiece. The kind of restaurant that would feel completely at home in Rome.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~15 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Dinner · Book ahead
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 200,000 - 500,000
This is a special-occasion restaurant. Reservation strongly recommended. Smart casual dress preferred.
MUST ORDER:
Handmade Tagliatelle / Cacio e Pepe / Tiramisu / Italian Wine List
BAR & EVENING SPOTS · FOR DRINK AND ATMOSPHERE
1. Ulu Fish Market
A fusion of Japanese and Peruvian flavours anchored around the freshest local seafood Uluwatu has to offer. Inspired by the fish markets of Hawaii, the menu is generous and creative — exceptional sushi rolls topped with local catches, sashimi, poke, and grilled seafood done with real craft. Family-friendly, well-priced for the quality, and consistently busy. One of the best spots in the area for a full seafood spread with a group.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~10 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Lunch or Dinner Daily
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 150,000 - 400,000
Great for families and groups. Ask what came in fresh that day — the market fish changes and is always worth ordering.
MUST ORDER:
Sushi Rolls / Fresh Sashimi / Tuna Poke / Grilled Catch of the Day / Tropical Cocktails
2. Teja Uluwatu
A beautiful, intimate restaurant in Ungasan with the kind of panoramic views that justify the drive. Teja focuses on bold, authentic Balinese flavours using fresh seasonal produce — not a fusion menu trying to please everyone, but a kitchen with a genuine point of view. The outdoor terrace is arguably one of the most romantic dinner settings in southern Bali. A hidden gem that’s no longer entirely hidden, so book ahead.
DISTANCE FROM US:
~18 min by scooter
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Sunset Dinner · 5–8pm
PRICE RANGE:
IDR 200,000 - 450,000
Book your terrace table at least a week in advance for weekend sunset slots. Smart casual – leave the flip flops for the beach.
MUST ORDER:
Balinese Spiced Fish / Satay Lilit / Seasonal Produce Plates / Signature Cocktails
Staying with us? We'll help you plan it.
Ask us at check-in which ones are worth booking ahead this week, where to go for the freshest fish, and which sunset table to fight for.