THREE NEW RESTAURANTS TO DISCOVER IN BALI
Bali’s dining scene continues to evolve, with new restaurants bringing fresh flavours and distinctive experiences to different corners of the island. From an intimate steakhouse in Ubud to contemporary Japanese dining in Sanur and Modern Australian cuisine in Uluwatu, these latest openings each bring their own approach to food, atmosphere and occasion. For diners looking for somewhere new, here are three restaurants adding fresh flavour to Bali’s culinary landscape.
RISERVA, Ubud
Riserva
RISERVA brings a modern European approach to the classic steakhouse, with open-fire cooking at the heart of the experience. Located within Equipoise Resort, the restaurant welcomes just sixteen guests each evening, creating an intimate setting where dining is approached as a ritual rather than simply a meal.
Led by Chef Putu Armen, the kitchen focuses on premium ingredients, precision and flame, allowing each course to unfold at an unhurried pace. Diners can begin with dishes such as Sakoshi Oyster, Duck Taco, Prosciutto Tart and Foie Gras Parfait before moving on to the restaurant’s selection of premium steaks.
Riserva – Wagyu Picanha Stone Axe MB 8
Cuts include Stone Axe Fullblood Wagyu Striploin MB 8/9, Sir Harry Citrus Fed Wagyu Ribeye MB 9+ and A5 Miyazaki Japanese Wagyu Striploin, with open-fire cooking bringing depth and character to the meat.
The experience is complemented by Seven Knives, inspired by Bali’s Pande metalworking heritage, and Seven Salts, featuring artisanal salts including Tejakula salt from North Bali. A wine collection curated by I Putu Erawan Ari Widhiantika, Bali Best Sommelier 2025, accompanies the menu before the evening moves to Aura Lounge for petit desserts and cocktails overlooking the valley.
For more information, visit RISERVA.
Noku Japanese, Sanur
NOKU
Noku Japanese Resto brings a contemporary and interactive approach to Sanur’s growing dining scene. With counter seating and an open kitchen, guests are placed close to the action, turning the chefs’ preparation into part of the experience.
One of the menu’s main draws is its robata grill, where chicken, beef, prawns and fresh fish are cooked over charcoal and open flame, developing the smoky flavours and umami associated with this Japanese grilling tradition. Sushi and sashimi provide a fresher contrast, while contemporary izakaya-style plates are designed for sharing, encouraging diners to explore different flavours across the table.
NOKU
The atmosphere follows the same relaxed approach. Counter seats provide a front-row view of the kitchen, while outdoor tables look out over the everyday movement of Sanur. Modern and intimate without feeling overly formal, Noku sits comfortably between casual and premium dining.
Open from lunch through dinner, Noku offers Japanese food lovers another reason to explore Sanur, particularly those drawn to charcoal cooking, fresh seafood and the social character of Japanese sharing plates.
For more information, visit @noku.bali.
Sana Restaurant, Uluwatu
Sana Restaurant
Located in Bingin, Uluwatu, Sana Restaurant centres its menu on Modern Australian cooking layered with the vibrant flavours of Asia. Open from morning through evening, the restaurant moves easily from leisurely daytime dining to dinner.
The menu reflects that cross-cultural approach. Tuna Crudo makes for a lighter way to start, while dishes such as Udonara and Twice-Cooked Pork Belly bring more substantial flavours to the table. For dessert, Chocolate Ganache provides an indulgent finish.
Seasonal ingredients underpin the cooking, while the setting is equally flexible. Guests can choose between the lounge and indoor dining room, tropical garden or poolside tables, giving Sana a different character depending on the time of day.
Sana Restaurant
Sana adds a fresh dining option to an area already known for its beaches, surf culture and increasingly diverse restaurant scene. Its combination of approachable Modern Australian cooking, Asian influences and relaxed tropical surroundings makes it a welcome addition to Uluwatu’s dining landscape.
For more information, visit Sana Uluwatu.
Together, these three new restaurants reflect the variety of Bali’s evolving culinary scene. From Wagyu and dining rituals in Ubud to Japanese robata in Sanur and Australian-Asian flavours in Uluwatu, each offers a different reason to discover somewhere new on the island.