A little bit more low key Japanese food, but still a real night out, you can also enjoy Shaka Riki. We assure you that nowhere will you receive a warmer welcome than here. The sweet staff greets you in a row at the door, you get a towel that smells like fresh flowers and a warm miso soup to start with. And the concept of the menu: connecting the taste of island life of Japan, Bali and Hawaii. The chef uses traditional Japanese cooking methods with ingredients imported from Japan, combined with ingredients from Bali, infused with a Hawaiian vibe in the interior. Must order are their signature cocktails and the miso eggplant. Sometimes they also have a special mango menu – you'll want to order everything from there.

Shaka Riki

Sushi lovers pay attention. Bee Sushime eat your sushi as you hope. They are located in three different places: in Seminyak, Canggu and of course in Uluwatu. They have sushi, makis and an extensive range à la carte izakaya style dishes. Favorites are the sushi burritos, sushi donuts and the fried rice cakes with fresh tuna topping. Everything is gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian possible. Also great for take-out, if you want to stay on the beach or at your property.

Sushime

Hidden above Bgin Beach is the hidden gem, Gooseberry. A spot where you can eat, relax and shop in the adjacent boutique where they of course sell their own lingerie, swimwear, jewelry and clothing line. You are welcome every day from 8.00 a.m. to 22.00 p.m. for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. They prepare everything with seasonal and fresh ingredients. They also have a cocktail menu, where all cocktails are prepared with an eye for detail. Dined out and shopped? Then plop down in one of the chairs by the pool.

Okay, we said Mason was the favorite, but can we name two? At Kala they serve dishes from the Greek cuisine, including a souvlaki and halloumi (with honey from the oven), for which we would come back. Here too an intimate setting, mood lighting, and the perfect date spot and also perfect for groups. On weekends there is a DJ, which makes the atmosphere even more cozy. By the way, start with the fresh flatbread with different dips, it is so delicious, but make sure you save room for all the goodies that come after. For dessert, the olive-shaped ice creams are also a must. Sounds crazy, but trust us, you don't want to miss this. Tip to make a reservation here, by the way, it is one of the more popular spots in Uluwatu.

Kala

Say no more, at Ulu Fishmarket eat your fresh fish (we often go for the local whitefish mahi mahi), fried/grilled with cajun spices/fried (choose yourself), with a sauce of your choice, and rice/potato or fresh vegetables. And next to that an extensive menu with sushi, fresh tartares and much more. The cocktails are also great here, and on Wednesday evenings and in the weekend there is often a live band. This is a place where you want to go every day, and on walk-ins there is often just room because there are many tables. It sits outside in a kind of open garden, and many cozy corners, so you don't notice that it is big. Ulu Fishmarket it is secretly also a big winner, and perfect from large groups to intimate dinners.

Bartolo is a wine bar that looks like it would be in Paris or Amsterdam (only with a tropical setting). The interior is classically French, with a lovely bar where you can start with a (finally!) good glass of wine. In terms of food, you think more of Italian, lamb meatballs, and delicious pastas. But also a good piece of meat, and for dessert cheese (you don't find much of this in Uluwatu). It's never that busy here, which surprises us, considering the looks and food this one is really high on our menu. Definitely a must-try if you're in Uluwatu. Also a must-try is their twist on the espresso martini with burned butter. So yummy!

Bartolo

An all-day hangout. You can completely relax here, from the atmosphere and the food. The name says it all, but at Son of a Baker eat fresher than fresher piadinas (with gluten-free option), focaccias in combination with eggs your way/fresh vegetables/salads and more. Trust us, these pastries hardly melt off your tongue. Also definitely try the banana bread. For the cappuccinos you can choose pumpkin seed milk, huh, crazy you think? Well, this is really tasty, and saves the environment a lot of water, since little is needed in the process, and apparently there are a lot of these seeds to be found on the island. From Thursday to Saturday you can also sit down for dinner here, and they serve the most delicious fresh pastas, wines and by the way a very good mocktail that tastes like a pornstar martini and is also served in this glass - for when you go alcohol-free for an evening but still want to order something festive.

Son of a Baker

We could live here. One of the places where you eat the purest, nothing processed, from breakfast to lunch and dinner. The 1,5 liter smoothies for after your workout are also definitely recommended, and we often go for the DIY (do it yourself) plates, of which a must-order is the seeded bread is. The staff treats every guest like family, and inside Analogue's evening often started with oldschool records on the player, of which you can already see part of the collection hanging on the wall. The café exudes real oldschool vibes, and in the courtyard you can also sit super cozy. If you come here for dinner, you actually want to order everything from the grill (the satay here is to die for), and here too you can put together your own plate based on veggies/carbs/protein and all homemade sauces and dressings. Also definitely try a cocktail or mocktail from the cocktail menu, because they make their own liqueurs here, such as the pandan vermouth, which gives a twist to the classic negroni. And for dessert – beetroot brownie of collagen snickers bar!

Analog

Tabu so. Once just a restaurant, now transformed into the one and only (first!) supper club of Uluwatu. Long dinners at beautiful tables, sushi to share, DJ present, and – if we are to believe the rumours – from around half past nine the first people dance on the table. Yep, not your average dinner.

The cuisine is Japanese (big sushi platters, yes!), but the interior makes you feel more like you’re in Tulum than in Bali (or Japan). Our tip? Put everything on the table so you can share it together – that’s really the concept here. And honestly: always a good idea.

Tabu Supper Club

No fuss, just delicious Italian food The Baracca. Favorite dishes here are the tuna tartare, and the pastas and pizzas (duh!). Are you gluten-free? No problem – the gluten-free pizza is just as delicious! The atmosphere at La Baracca is also spot on. Think lots of candlelight, wooden tables, and an intimate setting with the option of sitting inside or outside in the courtyard. Feeling like a party? Then roll on over to Il Salotto (next to La Baracca) or Tabu (if you really want to stay up late ;)). To get in the mood, you get a homemade limoncello or baileys shot at the end of the evening. Not your thing? No worries – for a quiet night out, this is also the perfect place.

By the way, they also have a location in Canggu, good to know for of fans among us.

The Shack 

Even though we are not in Italy, Italian cuisine remains one all time favorite. That is why there are also spots in Uluwatu where you can go for a good Italian bite.

On Tuesday evenings we dance salsa the Rolling Fork. Roberta Valentino cooks real Italian (fresh) dishes with natural and high-quality products with love and passion. Don't feel like pasta? Then come around 9 o'clock, then it starts salsa night, and you can leave the hustle and bustle of the day behind you and show how flexible your hips are. By the way, it's good to mention: no experience needed. There are two teachers at the front of the floor moves occur, and then it's just a matter of fake it till you make it. After the salsa dance, the DJ takes a seat behind the turntable and probably plays your favorite reggaeton record.

The Rolling Fork

Fresher than fresher pastries, you want them all (but definitely order the walnut bun), super sweet service, hip interior, air conditioning inside and here also an inner garden. They also serve all kinds of special coffees here, one even with soft serve ice cream.

Definitely on the list this one.

Braud Café

Just outside Uluwatu Center, in the Ungasan area, you will find Suburbia Café. It is a small, open retro warehouse, with seating upstairs and downstairs. The atmosphere is super relaxed, and there is a good draft. We prefer the morning and afternoon at Suburbia, although they also serve dinner there. On the menu there is something for everyone. From sandwiches to salads and pasta or risottos. The owner also hangs around for a chat. We were told that the truffle licious benedict was one must order is. There are also sockets everywhere, if you want to do some work. Please note, Suburbia is located along a busy road, so if you really need full concentration, this may not be the one place to be. Although we would recommend making a quick pit stop, even if it is for the good coffee and caramel shortbread.