Good to know
Good to Know
- Uluwatu's food scene has exploded in recent years with everything from budget beach warungs to high-end clifftop fine dining. The main dining concentration is around Jalan Labuansait, Padang Padang Beach, and Bingin Beach areas (Pecatu district).
- The vegan and vegetarian dining scene is particularly strong here—much stronger than other parts of Bali—due to the large surfer and digital nomad community.
- Budget dining (warungs) typically costs 50,000-100,000 IDR per meal; mid-range 140,000-250,000 IDR; high-end 350,000+ IDR.
- Popular food delivery apps (GoFood, GrabFood, ShopeeFood) work well in most of Uluwatu, though delivery may be unavailable at some beach clubs and remote beach areas.
- Many restaurants offer direct WhatsApp delivery, which can be cheaper than app-based services if you're nearby.
- Breakfast and brunch culture is huge here—expect crowds at popular cafes between 10am-1pm on weekends.
- Reservations are recommended for high-end restaurants and dinner service, especially weekends.
- Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine are unexpectedly prominent, alongside traditional Balinese and international options.
- Supermarkets like Nirmala and Pepito are available for self-catering; prices are reasonable for imported goods but local produce is cheaper at warungs.
Budget
Warung Lokal
- Price Range
- IDR 50,000
- Neighborhood
- Jalan Labuansait, Pecatu
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Indonesian mixed rice, buffet-style
Warung Bu Jonny
- Price Range
- IDR 75,000
- Neighborhood
- Near Pecatu surf spots
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fried rice, crispy chicken, sambal
Single Fin
- Price Range
- IDR 120,000
- Neighborhood
- Uluwatu clifftop
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Indonesian-Western comfort food, burgers, nasi goreng, fish tacos
Nalu Bowls
- Price Range
- IDR 120,000
- Neighborhood
- Central Uluwatu
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Smoothie bowls, acai, pitaya, vegan comfort food
High End
Gooseberry
- Price Range
- IDR 350,000
- Neighborhood
- Central Bingin
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Modern French cuisine, steaks, grilled seafood, brunch
Wet Plate Kitchen
- Price Range
- IDR 380,000
- Neighborhood
- Quiet street, central Uluwatu
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Creative Asian dishes, beef tataki, black cod, sea bass
Sundays Beach Club
- Price Range
- IDR 400,000
- Neighborhood
- Melasti Beach, Ungasan
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Mediterranean-Asian fusion, seafood, sushi, mezze, premium steaks
AVLI
- Price Range
- IDR 420,000
- Neighborhood
- Central Uluwatu
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Modern Greek, wood-fire grilled dishes, Wagyu gyros, sea bream
Mid Range
Suka Espresso
- Price Range
- IDR 150,000
- Neighborhood
- Near Thomas Beach, Uluwatu
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Specialty coffee, brunch plates, Indonesian and international
The Cashew Tree
- Price Range
- IDR 140,000
- Neighborhood
- Jalan Pantai Bingin, Bingin
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Healthy organic meals, vegan and vegetarian options, smoothie bowls
Nourish Cafe
- Price Range
- IDR 160,000
- Neighborhood
- Uluwatu and Ungasan (two locations)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Wholesome organic meals, smoothies, salads, pizza, all-day breakfast
Mana Uluwatu
- Price Range
- IDR 220,000
- Neighborhood
- Clifftop within Uluwatu Cliff Villas
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fusion tapas, Mediterranean-Mexican-South American, locally sourced
KALA Uluwatu
- Price Range
- IDR 250,000
- Neighborhood
- Near Padang Padang Beach
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Modern Greek-Mediterranean
Bartolo
- Price Range
- IDR 200,000
- Neighborhood
- Central Uluwatu
- Cuisine Or Dish
- French and Italian comfort food with refined touch, wine selection
Must Try Dishes
Nasi Campur
- Description
- Mixed rice dish with sambal, tempeh, shredded chicken, eggs, vegetables
Babi Guling
- Description
- Whole roasted pig marinated in turmeric, galangal, garlic, lemongrass
Sate Lilit
- Description
- Minced fish or chicken mixed with coconut and spices, wrapped around lemongrass, grilled
Ikan Bakar
- Description
- Fresh grilled fish with sambal matah, a raw chili-lime relish
Lawar
- Description
- Bold mixture of chopped meat, vegetables, coconut, and spices
Pisang Goreng
- Description
- Golden fried bananas, crunchy outside, sweet inside, served with palm sugar or honey
Avocado Toast
- Description
- Avocado on sourdough with poached eggs, feta, and chili flakes
Rijsttafel
- Description
- Traditional Indonesian rice table with multiple small plates including rendang, sambal, satay, curries, vegetable dishes
Primary Apps
GoFood (Gojek)
- Notes
- Works well in Uluwatu with motorcycle delivery. Food ordered after driver arrives at restaurant for freshness. Offers daily promos and free delivery vouchers.
GrabFood (Grab)
- Notes
- Widely available in Uluwatu. Partners with fine dining to fast food chains. Cashless and contactless payment via OVO or cash options available.
ShopeeFood (Shopee)
- Notes
- Third major food delivery platform available in Bali for restaurant ordering.
Grocery Delivery
GoMart (Via Gojek)
- Notes
- Groceries and household essentials delivered in 30 minutes. Access to nearby supermarket inventory.
GrabMart (Via Grab)
- Notes
- Grocery delivery feature within Grab app for supermarket items and household essentials.
Vegan Vegetarian Venues
Alchemy Uluwatu
- Price Range
- IDR 180,000
- Cuisine Or Dish
- 100% vegan raw food, smoothie bowls, vegan waffles, salads, raw cheesecake, raw lasagna
- Area Note
- Jalan Labuansait, Pecatu
Nourish Cafe
- Price Range
- IDR 160,000
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Clearly labeled vegan options, smoothie bowls, vegan breakfast burgers with plant-based egg
- Area Note
- Two locations: Uluwatu center and Ungasan (one has pizza oven)
The Cashew Tree
- Price Range
- IDR 140,000
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Garden-style cafe with vegan burgers, smoothie bowls, fresh salads, live music Thursdays/DJs
- Area Note
- Jalan Pantai Bingin, Bingin Beach area
Drifter Cafe
- Price Range
- IDR 150,000
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Vegan burritos, jackfruit tacos, vegan bowls, craft beers, health tonics (Jamu, Kombucha)
- Area Note
- Jalan Labuansait No. 52, corner of Bingin/Padang Padang road
Shaka Riki
- Price Range
- IDR 200,000
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Japanese sushi restaurant with 12 vegan sushi roll options, vegan gyoza, miso ramen, kakiage soba
- Area Note
- Uluwatu (dinner only, from 4pm)
Ours Bali
- Price Range
- IDR 170,000
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Vegan pancakes, vegan bowls, all-day dining with vegan options
- Area Note
- Jalan Labuansait, Padang Padang main street
Supermarkets And Groceries
Nirmala Supermarket
- Neighborhood
- Jalan Uluwatu, Ungasan and other Uluwatu-Bukit locations
- Description
- Local supermarket chain with wide variety of groceries, fresh fruit and vegetables, toiletries, household items. Flagship store on Jalan Uluwatu, Ungasan with competitive prices.
Coco Mart
- Neighborhood
- Uluwatu area
- Description
- Convenience store with great beer and wine selection, fresh fruit and vegetables, personal care, imported products, French bakery with daily fresh bread and pastries
Pepito Supermarket
- Neighborhood
- Near Jimbaran/Uluwatu area
- Description
- High-quality seafood, fresh produce, dairy, imported wines and cheese, competitive prices. Multiple outlets around Bali including Uluwatu area.
Papa's Deli Organic Market
- Neighborhood
- Heart of Uluwatu
- Description
- Organic market with farm-fresh produce, gourmet groceries, home-cooked meats, organic sandwiches. Delivery available through Gojek.
NOURISH Wholefoods Bulk Store
- Neighborhood
- Uluwatu, Berawa, and Ungasan locations
- Description
- Wholefoods and bulk store for gourmet lovers and food enthusiasts
Halal Dining
No documented halal-certified restaurants found for Uluwatu in the sources we checked. Indonesia is Muslim-majority and many local warungs would accommodate halal requirements, but specific certification data not available.
Gluten Free Options
La Baracca offers gluten-free pasta and pizza bases. Zali has healthy, natural ingredients with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available.
Restaurant Direct Delivery
Many Uluwatu restaurants offer their own WhatsApp-based delivery services. Examples include La Baracca, Ours (free delivery in Bingin area), and Cashew Tree (nearby delivery or Gojek/Grab for further distances).
Vegan And Vegetarian Dining
Uluwatu has a strong and growing vegan and vegetarian scene, particularly concentrated around Jalan Labuansait, Padang Padang, and Bingin Beach areas. The area attracts many health-conscious travelers and surfers who have established numerous plant-based dining options.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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These are the sources cited in this food & dining research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
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