Amed has a vibrant dining scene ranging from simple warungs to upmarket establishments, with strong vegan and vegetarian options.
Good to know
Good to Know
- Amed's dining scene is spread across multiple bays (Amed, Jemeluk, Bunutan, Lipah, Selang); many venues are not centralized—location within Amed matters for proximity.
- Fresh seafood (mackerel, tuna, mahi-mahi, snapper) is abundant and affordable; daily catch is sold roadside in early mornings.
- Prices are generally moderate to low compared to southern Bali tourist areas; budget meals at warungs cost 40,000–60,000 IDR.
- Coffee quality varies; several notable exceptions offer excellent coffee (One Way Espresso, Good Stuff Cafe, Kopi Di Tymor), though many warungs serve mediocre coffee.
- Many restaurants accept WhatsApp orders and offer delivery; ask your accommodation for local recommendations.
- Peak season (April–October) can bring busier restaurants in the evening; off-season (November–March, rainy season) is quieter and more relaxed.
- English is widely spoken at most restaurants and cafes catering to tourists and expats.
- Multiple vegan options exist; Amed has become an up-and-coming destination for plant-based eaters alongside yoga studios.
- Homemade bread is available at several warungs (Warung Enak, Blue Earth, Life in Amed) for those seeking quality baked goods.
- Sunset dining is popular; many venues (Sails, Asmat, Joli Best View, See You Again Cafe) offer spectacular ocean and Mount Agung views.
Supermarkets
Adi Shop (Rumah Adi & Adi Shop)
- Location
- Bunutan
- Description
- The most comprehensive supermarket in Amed with full range of fruits, vegetables, organic products, olive oil, honey, and cookware.
Local Minimarts and Warungs
- Location
- Throughout central Amed and beach road
- Description
- Multiple small shops selling snacks, drinks, and basic groceries scattered along the coast.
Culik Market
- Location
- Culik (8-10 km inland from central Amed)
- Description
- Traditional local market with fresh tropical fruits, vegetables, spices, and handwoven items. Best visited 6-9 AM.
Budget
Warung Enak
- Price Range
- IDR 50,000
- Neighborhood
- Central Amed
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Balinese (babi guling, fish curry, nasi campur)
See You Again Cafe
- Price Range
- IDR 60,000
- Neighborhood
- Amed Bay area
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Local Balinese seafood and fish curry
Warung Sabar
- Price Range
- IDR 55,000
- Neighborhood
- Lipah Beach area
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Seafood basket, ayam betutu, local Balinese
Smiling Buddha
- Price Range
- IDR 45,000
- Neighborhood
- Central Amed
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Nasi goreng, Indonesian classics, vegetarian options
High End
Asmat Restaurant
- Price Range
- IDR 180,000
- Neighborhood
- Bunutan (part of Mathis Lodge)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- European, healthy fusion, seafood, tuna tataki
Sails Restaurant
- Price Range
- IDR 200,000
- Neighborhood
- Lean Bay
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Mediterranean fusion, fresh seafood, lamb, fish in banana leaf
Galanga
- Price Range
- IDR 150,000
- Neighborhood
- Near Lipah Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fusion tapas, Balinese dishes, fresh seafood, vegan options
Trattoria
- Price Range
- IDR 170,000
- Neighborhood
- Seraya
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Authentic Italian pasta, pizza, seafood, ocean view
Mid Range
Natnat Thai Comfort Food
- Price Range
- IDR 85,000
- Neighborhood
- Western Amed
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Authentic Thai cuisine, curries, pad thai, vegan options
Rimba Cafe
- Price Range
- IDR 65,000
- Neighborhood
- Central Amed
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Smoothie bowls, healthy breakfast, Indonesian fusion
Good Stuff Cafe
- Price Range
- IDR 75,000
- Neighborhood
- Amed Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Healthy food, smoothie bowls, vegan burgers, tempeh skewers
La Cocina Mexicana
- Price Range
- IDR 80,000
- Neighborhood
- Central Amed
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Mexican tacos, burritos, quesadillas, ceviche tostada
Delivery Services
Small Time Cooks
- Notes
- Offers takeaway and delivery. Free delivery in Tukadse area; Rp 15,000 to Culik-Lean; Rp 30,000+ outside these areas. Minimum order Rp 300,000 for distant areas. Not always available during peak hours.
Grab / Gojek
- Notes
- Coverage limited in parts of Amed; more widely available in central Amed and Jemeluk area. Check app for your specific location.
WhatsApp/Direct Ordering
- Notes
- Many local restaurants (Warung Enak, Sails, Good Stuff Cafe, Rimba Cafe) accept WhatsApp orders and coordinate delivery. Ask your accommodation for recommendations.
International Cuisine
Italian
- Notes
- Trattoria is considered the best Italian restaurant in Amed, offering authentic pasta, pizza, and seafood with good ocean views.
Mexican
- Notes
- La Cocina Mexicana serves authentic Mexican street food with homemade tortillas, tacos, burritos, and a homemade dragonfruit hot sauce.
Thai
- Notes
- Natnat Thai Comfort Food offers authentic Thai curries, pad Thai, and other dishes with customizable spice levels and vegan options.
Mediterranean/European
- Notes
- Sails Restaurant and Asmat Restaurant both offer Mediterranean fusion and European dishes with fresh seafood and refined preparations.
Local Must Try Dishes
Babi Guling
- Description
- Roast pig marinated in turmeric and spices, slow-roasted until skin is crisp. A Balinese iconic dish.
Bebek Betutu
- Description
- Duck wrapped in banana leaves, smothered in spice paste, slow-roasted for hours until meat is tender.
Nasi Campur
- Description
- Mixed rice with small portions of meat, vegetables, peanuts, eggs, and sambal. A Balinese sampler platter.
Dadar Gulung
- Description
- Pandan pancakes stuffed with coconut and palm sugar, a sweet local dessert.
Sate Lilit
- Description
- Spiced ground meat wrapped around skewers and grilled, a traditional Balinese satay.
Fresh Grilled Seafood
- Description
- Mahi-mahi, snapper, calamari, and shrimp grilled with Balinese spices and served with rice and salad.
Sambal Matah
- Description
- Fresh chili paste made with lime, shallots, and garlic—a condiment served at most meals.
Vegan Vegetarian Dining
- Description
- Amed has a growing vegan and vegetarian scene with dedicated venues and extensive meat-free options at most restaurants.
Venues
Green Leaf Cafe
- Neighborhood
- Amed Beach
- Description
- Super popular vegetarian cafe near Amed beach with burritos, salads, nourishing bowls. Closes at 6:30 PM.
Blue Earth Village
- Neighborhood
- Jemeluk Bay
- Description
- Yoga studio and restaurant with extensive vegan and gluten-free options, local and Western dishes, soups. Eco-friendly community space.
Good Stuff Cafe
- Neighborhood
- Amed Beach
- Description
- Eco-conscious cafe with vegan burgers, tempeh skewers, smoothie bowls, sandwiches. Attached zero-waste eco-store with refill stations.
Rimba Cafe
- Neighborhood
- Central Amed
- Description
- Vegetarian and vegan specified options, jackfruit dishes, cinnamon rolls, smoothie bowls. Eco-friendly jungle-themed setting.
Gluten Free Dining
- Description
- Gluten-free options are available at several restaurants, though not always explicitly labeled. Communication with staff in English is generally possible.
Notes
- Blue Earth Village explicitly offers gluten-free options alongside vegan meals.
- Most warungs and cafes can accommodate requests if asked—staff generally speak English and are accommodating.
- Local dishes like grilled fish with rice and salad are naturally gluten-free; ask about soy sauce alternatives.
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