Looking for the best Asian restaurants in Bali? From Japanese teppanyaki to Sri Lankan short eats, Bali’s dining scene is as diverse as its spices.
I’ve eaten my way around the island (more times than I can count), and one thing’s for sure: Bali does Asian food very, very well. You can find everything from authentic street food to modern Asian flavours cooked over fire, and they’re located in every Bali neighbourhood. No matter where you’re staying, they are always worth the drive.
So, here’s my pick of the best Asian restaurants in Bali right now, with insider notes on what to order, when to go, and why these spots stand out.
Bali’s best Asian restaurants at a glance:
- Best for group dinners & drinks: NOAA Asian Bistro, Mama San, Longtime, Galle Club
- Best for date night: Billy Ho, Meimei, Muda By/Suka
- Best for fire cooking & smoky flavours: Waatu, Api Jiwa
- Best for comforting Asian favourites: Cerita Manisan, Hujan Locale, Ginger Moon Canteen
Top Asian Restaurants In Bali
1. NOAA Asian Bistro – Seminyak
A Pan-Asian restaurant in central Seminyak, perfect for dinner and drinks with friends
With an address right on Petitenget and a gorgeous glass frontage that looks like more like a stylish townhouse, I always look forward to a dinner at NOAA Asian Bistro. It’s refined and elegant, but it feels relaxed and inviting – perfect for a long dinner with friends.
The food is all about soulful Pan-Asian flavours. I recommend kicking things off with a selection of starters and small plates to swap and share, like the delicate sushi rolls, handmade dumplings and (my fave) the snapper crudo, which is elevated by zesty nam jim and creamy coconut.
Then, move on to the heartier dishes for mains. There’s everything from Indonesian lamb fried rice and yellow curry barramundi, to the Wagyu MB5, butter-poached and grilled until melt-in-your-mouth tender. It goes without saying, all of these dishes are just begging to be washed down with NOAA’s signature Asian-inspired cocktails…
Recommended dishes: Snapper Crudo, Indonesian Lamb Fried Rice, Wagyu MB5.
Local tip: Seminyak traffic peaks at dinnertime, so arrive early and stake out a spot at the bar.
Good to Know: NOAA is best enjoyed family-style, so fill your table and try it all.
Where: Jl Petitenget No. 2000X, Seminyak.
Opening hours: Daily from 11.30am.
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2. Billy Ho – Canggu
Chef Will Meyrick’s Asian boteco in Canggu, serving share plates, sake and serious cocktails.
Billy Ho is a sophisticated Asian Boteco in Canggu from famed Chef Will Meyrick. Here, he’s found the sweet-spot between tapas and bold Asian flavours. The menu is packed with hits designed to share: smoked ponzu eggplant katsu, char-grilled belacan octopus, flame-torched salmon tornado and Japanese saffron risotto. The whole fish tempura with roast ginger and yuzu is an absolute showstopper.
There are great options for vegans and gluten-free eaters too, and the house cocktails are as much a draw as the food.
Recommended dishes: Flame-Torched Salmon Tornado, Grilled Hokkaido Scallop, Japanese Saffron Risotto.
Local tip: Swing by between 12pm to 5pm for a yum cha-style bottomless lunch.
Good to know: Billy Ho served some of the smoothest sake I’ve tried in Bali, straight from Japan.
Where: Jl Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu
Opening Hours: Daily 12pm – 10.30pm
3. Waatu – Uluwatu
A yakitori and open-flame grill at The Ungasan, led by chef James Viles.
If you love smoky flavours and a proper open-fire kitchen, you’ll really like Waatu. Inspired by ingredients from across the Indonesian archipelago, Waatu brings something different to the Bukit. Everything here is cooked over coals, from the yakitori to the bigger wood-fired plates, and you can taste it in every dish.
Start with the yakitori and small bites. The chicken skewers are juicy with just the right amount of char, the meatballs come glazed in a sticky sauce, and the woodfired flatbread is always worth adding to the table. Or if you’re coming hungry, go all-in on the grill: the Australian ribeye with miso béarnaise, the blackened grouper with green papaya and mango salad, or the Sichuan pork chop that’s sweet, smoky and a little spicy.
And definitely pay attention to the cocktails. Their resident mixologist plays with fire, local botanicals and a bit of theatre. Expect smoky mezcal twists, bright citrusy drinks and a few playful signatures that make the bar a destination on its own.
Recommended dishes: Chicken Yakitori, Flank Steak (Australian Wagyu), Sichuan Pork Chop.
Local tip: Sit by the open kitchen if you love watching the grill in action, it’s the best seat in the house.
Good to know: Waatu is tucked away within The Ungasan resort, just steps from the entrance to Sundays Beach Club – it’s the perfect dinner spot after a day at the beach.
Where: Jl. Pantai Selatan Gau, Ungasan.
Opening Hours: Daily from 11am
4. Meimei – Canggu
An award-winning Asian barbecue restaurant in Canggu, designed for sharing.
Meimei is the newest Asian restaurant to open on the island, but it’s already been crowned Bali’s Best New Restaurant in Bali’s Best Awards 2025. The vibe is lively, the plates are bold, and the bar goes late into the night. It really is worth the hype.
I booked an early dinner here and ended up planning my next visit before I’d even left. The hand-picked Papuan crab on toast is a clever twist on Indonesian opor, the scallops come with the perfect hit of chilli, and the tiger prawns glisten in a prawn-head sauce. As for the cocktails? They’ve nailed those too. Order round-after-round of the Yuzu Pandan or the Watermelon Chili. You won’t regret it.
Recommended dishes: Handpicked Papuan Crab “Opor” On Toast, Hokkaido Scallop, Tiger Prawns.
Local tip: The bar is open until 2am for late night snacks and a nightcap.
Good to know: Meimei is brought to us by the same team behind YUKI, one of the best restaurants in Bali right now.
Where: Jl Pantai Batu Bolong No.87, Canggu
Opening hours: Daily from 5pm
5. Mama San – Seminyak
This is Will Meyrick’s most iconic Seminyak restaurant, blending Asian street food with upscale dining.
A list of top Asian restaurants in Bali wouldn’t be complete without Mama San. It’s a Seminyak staple from celeb chef Will Meyrick, and anyone who’s anyone knows this old-Shanghai-meets-gentleman’s-club restaurant. Fun fact: it was Mama San that first started our editor’s obsession with Negronis!
No matter how many times I eat here, I’m always impressed by the pan-Asian menu. It takes inspiration from Meyrick’s travels, turning Southeast Asian street food into polished, flavour-packed dishes. Expect hand-crafted dim sum, fragrant curries, grilled meats and seafood, plus a solid wine list and craft cocktails. It’s always a crowd-pleaser.
Recommended dishes: Prawn & Pomelo Salad, Malaysian Lamb Shoulder, Chicken Betel Leaf.
Local tip: Sit downstairs in the buzzing dining room for dinner, then head upstairs to the intimate bar for a nightcap.
Good to know: The menu is designed to share, so it’s best to order a selection of dishes rather than just one main.
Where: Jl Raya Kerobokan No. 135, Seminyak
Opening Hours: Daily 12pm – 10.30pm
6. Api Jiwa – Ubud
An intimate and interactive multi-course Asian dining experience in the Ubud jungle.
Dinner at Api Jiwa is unlike anything else in Bali. It’s part chef’s table, part open-fire, and it’s set within Capella Ubud’s lush jungle surrounds. The open-air pavilion (designed by famed architect Bill Bensley), feels like stepping into a collector’s den – you simply have to see it to understand.
I sat at the Chef’s Counter, and it’s the best seat in the house. You’re close enough to feel the heat as the team plates up a spontaneous, Asian-inspired tasting menu. More than 80% of the produce is sourced locally, and throughout the dinner, the chefs present the story behind each dish. Like the Warayaki cooking technique, where rice straw from local fields is set alight to give the food a delicate smokiness. It’s a nod to tradition and local agriculture, which I love.
And even though this is a refined dinner experience, it feels relaxed and lively. You can chat with the chefs, ask questions, and watch each dish come to life. Many describe it as “dining in a secret forest kitchen”, and they’re not wrong. Once the last course is served, the evening winds down with Capella’s Campfire ritual – roasting marshmallows and sipping hot chocolate under a sky full of stars.
Recommended dishes: The Asian tasting set menu changes with the seasons, so there’s always something new to try.
Local tip: Book the Chef’s Counter for the best view of the action.
Good to know: There are just 16 seats and one seating per night, so bookings are essential.
Where: Capella Ubud, Jl. Raya Dalem, Ubud.
Opening hours: One set seating at 7pm.
7. Longtime – Berawa
This buzzing restaurant in Berawa serves up Asian food with a modern twist.
Longtime in Berawa is another new Asian restaurant in Bali, and I simply love its modern take on Asian recipes. They take familiar Asian ingredients and give them a twist you’d never think would work (but they do!). There’s the shiitake potstickers with truffle mirin, a spiced burrata paired with house-made roti, and chilled Szechuan noodles doused in their “Strange Flavor” sauce.
When I last visited, the energy was high and the cocktails were flowing – it’s clear this place is already super popular. The Love You Later Martini (with green mango) was my favourite, but the Saints of Sanchez (spiked with spicy gochujang) came a close second. This is not the spot for a hushed dinner date – it’s lively, fun and full of character.
Recommended dishes: Shiitake Potstickers, Curious Burrata, Hong Kong Style Char Siu.
Local tip: Go with a group – the food and the vibe are built for sharing.
Good to know: Longtime is the latest venture from everyone’s favourite Milk & Madu Group.
Where: Jl Pantai Berawa No. 13, Berawa
Opening hours: Daily from 12pm
8. Hujan Locale – Ubud
This is chef Will Meyrick’s homage to Indonesian home cooking, served family-style in Ubud.
Another Asian icon from chef Will Meyrick’s restaurant empire is Hujan Locale in Ubud. This double-storey venue is described as a love letter to Indonesia’s traditional recipes, and I couldn’t agree more. Think slow-cooked beef rendang, Betawi-style chicken and babi panggang. These are signature home recipes from across the archipelago, yet they arrive with finesse and culinary precision.
Once again, Meyrick has managed to bridge the divide between local dishes and upscale dining, and he’s pulled it off seamlessly. I also love that everything is served family-style, just like how it would be among Indonesian families. And it goes without saying, the cocktails here aren’t to be missed either.
Recommended dishes: Slow-Cooked Beef Rendang, Babi Panggang, Slow-Cooked Betawi-Style Chicken.
Local tip: Sit upstairs for a more formal dinner setting, or downstairs by the bar for casual bites and cocktails.
Good to know: Expect authentic flavours and modern presentation, all served family-style.
Where: Jl Sri Wedari No. 5, Ubud
Opening Hours: Daily 12pm – 3pm & 5.30pm – 10pm
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9. Ginger Moon Canteen – Seminyak
A modern Asian canteen with Indonesian food market vibes.
Ginger Moon has been standing proudly on Seminyak’s famous “eat street” for more than 13 years now – and for good reason. It’s a modern Asian restaurant that lures you in with its food market vibes, enticing aromas and eclectic designs. As for the menu, expect bold flavours that honour the very best of Bali and beyond.
Start with the green papaya salad for something zesty, then go for the Balinese babi guling tucked into steamed buns, or the chicken curry with rice cake (this one’s a “real deal” recipe from the chef’s own family!). Pair it all with their house cocktails for the full Ginger Moon experience.
Recommended dishes: Babi Guling Steamed Buns, Green Papaya Salad, Chicken Curry & Rice Cake.
Local tip: Grab a copy of Our Bali Your Bali while you’re here – it’s Chef Dean Keddell’s cookbook that gives back to Bali.
Good to know: Ginger Moon has two other sister restaurants in Seminyak and Kuta.
Where: Jl Kayu Aya No. 7, Seminyak
Opening Hours: Daily 12pm – 10pm
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10. Galle Club – Ubud
Sri Lankan short eats and coastal Indian curries in a charming corner of Ubud.
It’s not often you find a Sri Lankan restaurant in Bali. So when I heard of Galle Club in Ubud, I couldn’t wait to try it. It sits in the charming neighbourhood of Nyuh Gading, which is green, leafy and feels almost residential. Step inside and you’re immediately whisked back in time, with colonial-style interiors, nods to Sri Lanka’s periodic charm, and nostalgic artwork on the walls.
Sitting down, the restaurant feels intentionally humble, which sets the perfect stage for the authentic Sri Lankan coastal cuisine that follows. By day, you can order classic Thaalis, but by night, it’s all about Sri Lankan “short eats”, consisting of appetisers, bites, and hearty curries to share. The standout for me was the hot butter halloumi, closely followed by the the lamb shank kari and the short rib chukka. The cocktails and wines are excellent too, which comes as no surprise when you hear Galle Club is from the same team as Bacari.
Recommended dishes: Hot Butter Halloumi, Short Rib Chukka, Lamb Shank Kari.
Local tip: The front porch is perfect for people-watching, with a charming view of the neighbourhood corner.
Good to know: Galle Club is part of the same family as Bacari and 2 Bulan, so you can count on excellent food, drinks and service.
Where: Jl Nyuh Gading No. 2, Mas, Ubud
Opening Hours: Daily 12pm – 10.30pm
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11. Muda By/Suka – Canggu
A modern Pan-Asian restaurant with a European twist, plus live jazz and cocktails upstairs.
For a bold taste of Asia, Muda By/Suka in Canggu is where you need to be. The interiors are gorgeous, and the food brings together flavours from Japan, China, Korea and Vietnam with subtle European touches.
I recommend going all out with the seven-course Chef’s Choice menu for two. It’s a showcase of everything from Lombok oysters and Thai curries to creative desserts. And after dinner? Head upstairs for cocktails and live house jazz.
Recommended dishes: Pork & Scallion Dumplings, Korean Crispy Chicken, Cured Salmon Nori Tacos.
Local tip: After dinner, head upstairs for craft cocktails and live house jazz.
Good to know: Muda is part of the Suka family, with famous venues all over Bali.
Where: Jl Munduk Catu No. 9, Canggu
Opening Hours: Daily 6pm – 11pm
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12. Cerita Manisan – Ubud (Temporarily Closed)
An Indonesian and South East Asian restaurant with rice field views.
Tucked behind Pison Cafe and reached via a path through the rice paddies, Cerita Manisan is worth the walk. The restaurant is inspired by Asia’s historic spice routes, and the menu spans Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and beyond. Think spicy seafood laksa, caramelised pork belly and ayam pedas Banyuwangi.
The al fresco setting is a big plus too, but I like to sit inside (where it’s a bit cooler) yet still have those gorgeous rice field views from the open windows. It’s a really beautiful spot to settle in, order a spread of dishes and take your time soaking up Ubud’s slower pace.
Recommended dishes: Caramelised Pork Belly, Seafood Laksa, Ayam Pedas Banyuwangi.
Local tip: The restaurant is located behind Pison cafe, all the way through the rice paddies.
Good to know: They’ve got both indoor and outdoor seatings. I prefer to sit indoors where it’s cool, yet I still have a view of the rice paddies out front.
Where: Jl Hanoman, Ubud
Opening Hours: Daily 11am – 11pm
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Did I miss any? Send us a DM on Instagram or email me on vici@thehoneycombers.com to share your favourites!
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FAQs on Asian Restaurants In Bali
What are the top Asian restaurants in Bali right now?
Mama San remains a Seminyak icon, while Meimei in Canggu has quickly become the best new Asian restaurant for modern barbecue flavours. For jungle dining, Api Jiwa in Ubud is hard to beat.
Are there good Asian fusion restaurants in Bali?
Yes, Longtime in Berawa mixes Asian and Western ingredients playfully, while Muda By/Suka in Canggu puts a European twist on Asian classics.
Do any Asian restaurants in Bali offer fine dining?
Api Jiwa at Capella Ubud offers a chef’s counter tasting menu, while Billy Ho and Mama San both deliver refined dining in stylish settings.
How much does it cost to eat at Bali’s top Asian restaurants?
Casual Pan-Asian spots average IDR 150,000 to 400,000 per person, while premium restaurants with tasting menus can cost as much as IDR 1,000,000++ per person.
Which Asian restaurants in Bali are best for date night?
Billy Ho in Canggu, Mama San in Seminyak, and Muda By/Suka with its low-lit vibe are all solid picks for something a little more romantic.