The 11 Best Restaurants And Cafe's In Kuta, Bali

Kuta really is a melting pot of different flavours and, from a culinary point of view, there really is something for everyone in Bali’s colourful playground.

Thankfully there are also an array of different price points too, so holidaying here doesn’t have to break the bank.

Here are some of the best spots in Kuta to tantalise your tastebuds.

1. Ma Joly

At the fine-dining end of things, this is a great beachfront spot for a special occasion (or perhaps just a few cocktails in the bar). Set in the quiet resort area of Tuban at the southern end of the beach, Ma Joly has become something of an institution in Kuta. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor dining options as well as a number of private dining pergolas for a truly romantic experience. The view of the sunset here is amazing.

2. Fat Tony

It may not be the most refined meal you have on holiday, but if it’s a burger you’re craving then Fat Tony may be just what the doctor ordered. Offering a selection of beef burgers, chicken burgers, wraps, hot dogs and vegetarian options, this is a great place for a quick bite on the go. If you have a big appetite this place won’t disappoint. The portions are huge.

3. Johnny Tacos

There’s something about tacos and Mexican food that really fits with Bali’s warm climate – especially when it’s all washed down with an ice-cold beer or cocktail. This food truck-style offering keeps surfers and sunbathers fuelled with their fresh and tasty tacos. Johnny Tacos also do excellent chips with guacamole and magnificent margaritas.

Johnny Taco Kuta Bali — Johnny Taco really fits with Bali’s warm climate

4. Benih Café

Just a short stroll from the beach, Benih Café is a great option for breakfast, with their excellent pancakes and eggs Benedict. Later in the day you can choose from one of their towering burgers, or a healthier option if the holiday eating is getting out of control. They also do excellent coffee and juices/smoothies.

Burgers at Benih Cafe Kuta — Burgers at Benih

5. Warung Shinta

If it’s more traditional Indonesian fare that you’d like to try, then put Warung Shinta on your list (‘warung’ means ‘shop’ or ‘restaurant’ in the local lingo). Chargrilled satay sticks, delicious stir-fried veggies, spring rolls and nasi goreng-style rice are all fan favourites. The local staff are friendly, the atmosphere is cheerful and the bill is more than reasonable at the end of your meal.

Shinta Warung Kuta Bali — If Indonesian fare is your thing, then put Warung Shinta on your list

6. Nebula

For super cool ambience in the heart of Kuta, Nebula is a popular spot with travellers. There are some great healthy options here and it’s good for vegetarians and vegans. Asian flavours are executed well in offerings such as Thai chicken laksa, mie goreng and chicken satay. If you want to go European, Nebula also offers some excellent pastas.

7. Sushi Tei

For fresh Japanese flavours, head to Sushi Tei – there are outlets all over Bali. Choose from a mouth-watering selection of fresh sushi, tempura, ramen, and other classic Japanese favourites. Side note: the restaurant chain has adopted high food standards, so you can feel more confident that you’re not going to contract a case of the dreaded Bali belly.

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8. RossoVivo Dine and Lounge

Since 2006, RossoVivo has been plying visitors with delicious Italian fare in an indoor and outdoor setting. Under the distinctive red umbrellas you can enjoy an antipasto plate, clam spaghetti or their classic seafood pizza while watching the world go by. They also do a great spin on the classic chicken parmy. There’s often a DJ spinning tunes at sunset, making RossoVivo a great spot for a cocktail at the end of the day.

Rosso Vino Kuta Bali — RossoVivo pizzas are waiting

9. Made’s Warung

This is one of the oldest restaurants in Kuta, originally started as a traditional roadside warung. There is a reason Made’s Warung has stood the test of time: there really is something to please every palette with a wide menu covering local and international cuisine. The dishes, including fresh fish dishes, spicy beef rendang and traditional Indonesian classic gado gado, are all beautifully executed.

10. Warung Indonesia

Fancy some late-night satay? Look no further than Warung Indonesia, an enduring favourite on the Kuta map (and a place where a lot of locals eat). It’s a great spot to enjoy the authentic flavours of Indonesia just a stone’s throw from the beach. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options and, while the decor isn’t upmarket per se, the friendly service is top notch. The real clincher is the price – it’s hard to beat. If you’re in a hurry, you can also choose to order from the buffet for a quick meal to go. (In the absence of a website, you’ll find them at Jl Popies II Gg Ronta, Kuta).

11. Crumb and Coaster

A common traveller complaint is the difficulty of finding a good coffee. That’s where Crumb and Coaster comes to save the day. Part of many a Kuta visitor’s morning ritual, a visit to this popular eatery delivers excellent java as well as nourishing breakfast / brunch plates to power you through the day. The corn fritters are a popular option, as is the health-giving yoga bowl and smoothie bowl. You can also enjoy dinner and cocktails here in the evening.

Minimalist interiors at Crumb and Coaster

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Wellbeing means different things to different travellers. Here’s how to pick a hotel that gets it right for you.

The best wellness holidays aren’t necessarily spent wrapped in a spa robe. Sometimes they’re found around a dinner table in Cambodia, on a hiking trail in New Zealand or after finally beating jet lag on the other side of the world. The hotel you choose is what makes them happen.

1. Easy access to good food

meals from Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 — Taste delicious meals at Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20.

One of the quickest ways to derail healthy habits on holiday is to spend half of it working out where to eat instead of digging into the culture around you. Thankfully, Novotel has done much of the hard work already, with chefs building menus that lean into the flavours, ingredients and traditions of each destination.

In Sihanoukville, Cambodia, Korkor soup – often dubbed ‘Cambodian ratatouille’ – sits alongside raw blue crab dressed with lime and chilli, best enjoyed with views across the Gulf of Thailand.

In the lovingly chaotic city of Bangkok, the presence of food cranks up the sociability. At Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20, you can settle in with mango sticky rice and stranger-turned-friends beside the pool at Sky on 20 rooftop bar, or bring them along to tackle river prawns and stir-fried crab with holy basil at the buzzing Crab Paradise Dinner Buffet.

Then Novotel Dubai Al Barsha welcomes you with a laidback twist on the level of indulgence the Middle Eastern city is best known for up on Deck Se7en. Looking towards Burj Al Arab, the rooftop lounge has everything from Mediterranean-style dishes like seabass ceviche to Italian prosecco sundowners.

At the other end of the scale, in the hills that surround the Novotel Bali Ubud Resort, calm comes from nature. At Siralada restaurant, Balinese traditions shape the menu while thunder rumbles over the surrounding jungle – proving the setting is as nourishing as the food itself.

While at Novotel Nha Trang, chef Kieu Thi My Hanh and her team showcase Vietnam’s knack for balancing freshness, texture and fragrant herbs. Pho remains a favourite, while seafood salad with pomelo and mango brings those flavours together in one bright dish.

It’s all an approach backed by partnerships with expert food creators such as Alfie Steiner, whose plant-forward recipes prove healthy food should never taste plain.

2. Better sleep options

Novotel Bali Ubud Resort room — Sleep deeply with Novotel.

There are few travel experiences more disappointing than arriving in a new country, determined to seize the day, only to fall asleep fully clothed by 3pm.

For Australian travellers, jet lag is often an unavoidable part of the journey. That’s one reason Novotel runs sleep-focused initiatives that help guests adjust quickly without compromising on health. We’re talking partnerships with Sydney-based sleep specialist Olivia Arezzolo, known for her advice on everything from better sleep habits to beating jet lag, alongside features like pillow menus, in-room yoga content and tailored sleep guidance.

The sooner you’re operating on local time, the sooner you can get back to more pressing matters – like deciding which spa treatment to book.

3. More ways to move

woman hiking around queenstown new zealand — Stay at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside and explore local hiking trails. (Credit: GettyI mages/ naruedom)

Every place in the world has its own way of getting you moving: whether that’s hiking up ice-bitten mountains before a sauna or gentle stretching by the pool before a facial. From fitness centres to spas, Novotel recognises that wellbeing rarely looks the same.

At Novotel Queenstown Lakeside, activity is inescapable. Here, hiking trails, ski fields, bungee jumps, and white-water rafting have made the region famous. The hotel’s location on the shores of Lake Wakatipu means less time spent organising yourself and more time out there experiencing them. To top it all off, you can book a private hot tub for the evening before heading back into the wilderness tomorrow.

Bali, of course, takes a softer approach. At Novotel Bali Ubud Resort or Novotel Bali Nusa Dua, movement is less about conquering a mountain and more about a dance class between the tropical gardens and lagoon pools. Afterwards, the spa takes over, with traditional treatments like a Lulur body scrub: a combination of rice, turmeric, sandalwood, ginger and jasmine that’ll soothe muscles already relaxed by the Balinese heat.

4. Better connections

Kids will love a stay at Novotel Sharm El Sheikh.

One of the best things about travel is that it gives your family stories you’ll be telling for years. Novotel helps create them with activities that bring everyone together, whether that’s trying something new, learning a local skill, or simply spending more time together.

Go for a distinctly Thai twist at Novotel Phuket Vintage Park, where many of the family activities draw on local culture. Kids can try everything from beginner Thai boxing and language lessons to umbrella painting and – a pastime beloved by children the world over – pool foam parties. Everyone is welcome to join in, whether that’s getting splashed, covered in paint, or simply watching their children discover a new side of Thailand during the dedicated Family & Kids Day.

A different adventure awaits at Novotel Sharm El Sheikh. Kids could be perfectly content with discos, drawing classes and new holiday friends, but the Red Sea has other ideas. Sitting on the edge of Naama Bay, days here might involve snorkelling colourful reefs, taking a boat trip to Ras Mohammed National Park or heading into the desert by quad bike or camel for a Bedouin-style dinner beneath the stars.

5. Location is everything

Surin Beach, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket, Thaiföld — Explore Phuket’s gorgeous beaches. (Credit: Bence Biczo)

Everyone’s idea of wellness looks a little different. With more than 600 hotels across 65 countries, Novotel gives guests the freedom to choose the destination that suits them best. Whether that’s a beachside escape in Phuket, an alpine expedition in Queenstown or a city break in Bangkok, there’s a good chance a Novotel isn’t far away.

All that’s left? Choosing your version of wellbeing.

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A local’s guide to Kuta’s best restaurants and cafes