Where To Eat In Canggu: The Best Restaurants To Book Right Now
Gracie Stewart
Editor | Urban List Singapore
Once known for its surf breaks and laid-back beach vibes, Canggu has grown into one of Bali's most exciting dining destinations. Here, you'll find everything from breezy brunch spots and Mediterranean delights to polished tasting menus, contemporary Indonesian kitchens and stylish restaurants where the atmosphere is just as memorable as what's on the plate.
Whether you're fuelling up after a morning in the waves, chasing a long lunch with friends or booking somewhere special for dinner, Canggu delivers. We've rounded up the very best restaurants in the neighbourhood, from long-time local favourites to the hottest new openings worth adding to your Bali itinerary.
Santanera
Jl. Tanah Barak No.55-57, Canggu
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For a contemporary dining experience in Canggu, Santanera deserves a spot on your Bali hit list. Spread across three stylish levels, the Latin-inspired restaurant brings together bold South American flavours, European techniques and some of Indonesia's best local produce. Founded by a group of friends, including Colombian chefs Andres Becerra and German Rincon, with the culinary vision led by Chef Andres Becerra, the menu leans heavily into sharing plates cooked over fire, with dishes showcasing smoking, fermenting, curing and chargrilling techniques that let premium ingredients shine.
The space itself is just as memorable as the food. Downstairs, an open kitchen and bar create a lively, energetic atmosphere, while the mezzanine offers a more intimate setting complete with a private dining room for special occasions. Head upstairs and you'll find a semi-open rooftop that's made for Bali's balmy evenings, best enjoyed with one of Santanera's inventive cocktails or a glass from its thoughtfully curated wine list.
CURE Bali
Regent Bali Canggu, Batu Bolong, Canggu
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When a Michelin-starred restaurant decides to leave Singapore and plant its flag on the shores of Canggu, you take notice. CURE Bali, the Bali debut of Irish chef Andrew Walsh's celebrated CURE concept has just opened inside the shiny new Regent Bali Canggu, and it's bringing a level of culinary pedigree that the island is ready for.
The concept is modern European meets vibrant Asian, with curing techniques doing a lot of the heavy lifting across the menu, deepening flavours while keeping things fresh. Think exceptional seafood, premium meats and seasonal Balinese produce, all served sharing-style in a room that's all clean lines, curated lighting and a seriously uninterrupted view of the Canggu coastline.
Luma
Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.102, Canggu
A newer addition to Canggu's dining scene, Luma offers a modern Mediterranean menu with a Bali twist, set in a stylish yet laid-back atmosphere.
The open kitchen and minimalist design create a welcoming vibe, while the menu shines with dishes like wood-fired fish and charred octopus. Known for using the finest seasonal ingredients, Luma’s simplicity and focus on flavor make it a must-visit for those seeking a refined yet relaxed meal in the heart of Batu Bolong.
Giselle
Jl. Tanah Barak, Canggu
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Somewhere between a sun-drenched Côte d'Azur supper club and the kind of Canggu restaurant that earns its reputation through genuinely good food, Giselle has quietly become one of the most compelling openings on Batu Bolong's increasingly crowded strip. Steps from the beach, the 1960s Riviera references run through everything: the mood, the music, the unhurried sense that dinner here is an event rather than a meal.
The menu is Mediterranean at its core, built around responsibly sourced local ingredients and a wood-fired kitchen that does serious things to serious cuts. Seafood leads the way—the Barramundi in Salt Crust finished with Beurre Blanc Noilly Prat is the kind of dish that justifies the booking alone—but there's enough range to keep the whole table happy. Start with the Truffle Croque Toast or the Smoked Whitefish Croquettes, then commit to something bigger: the Agnolotti with Truffle, Paris Ham and Comté is as indulgent as it sounds, and the wood-fired Wagyu Hanger Steak with Bone Marrow is smoky, tender and built for sharing. If your table is feeling ambitious, the Wagyu Tomahawk MB8 makes a statement.
The Shady Shack
Jl. Tanah Barak No.57, Canggu
Nestled in the heart of Canggu, The Shady Shack is a plant-based paradise offering vibrant, healthy dishes in a lush garden setting. Famous for its nourishing smoothie bowls, hearty salads, and creative plant-based creations like the Zucchini Noodles and Nori Bowls, this spot is perfect for a laid-back brunch or a refreshing lunch. With its tropical ambiance and commitment to fresh, organic ingredients, The Shady Shack is a must-visit for health-conscious foodies looking to indulge guilt-free.
MASONRY
Jl. Batu Bolong No.83C, Canggu
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For those who appreciate simple yet sophisticated dining, MASONRY (previously known as Mason) in Canggu has just had a hot new glow-up and is a must-visit. This sleek and stylish restaurant focuses on high-quality, locally sourced ingredients prepared with minimal intervention, allowing the natural flavours to shine through.
The menu is a celebration of Mediterranean and Australian influences, offering a variety of wood-fired dishes that are perfect for sharing. Start your culinary journey with their selection of house-cured meats and artisanal cheeses, or indulge in the crispy fried eggplant. The 48-hour slow-cooked short rib is a crowd favourite, as is their signature flatbread, baked to perfection in the wood-fired oven.
Bella
Jl. Pantai Berawa No.99, Canggu
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Mosaic floors, moody lighting, velvety chairs and wall paintings set the happy scene at Bella, and with the addition of a DJ, encourage most who dine here to stay on dancing into the night. But let’s not forget the food. Executive chef Oguz Karadogan runs the open kitchen, which dishes out Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, paying special attention to the flavours of his Turkish homeland.
The menu is neatly broken down into five sections and a well-rounded meal could be a dish from each. Standouts include: house-made sesame bagels and smoky aubergine dip; chargrilled octopus with potato cream and harissa; chicken shish with onion salad and burnt butter hollandaise. Martini’s, spritzers and negronis headline the cocktail menu, and the wine list doesn’t disappoint.
Billy Ho
Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu
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Will Meyrick has made it his professional mission to perfect the art of modern Asian dining and Billy Ho is no exception. Just a short walk from the beach at Batu Bolong, this restaurant and bar is a fancy affair with no end of cool.
Come for intimate group catch-ups, date nights and anniversaries to indulge in a shared menu championing dim sum and sushi/nigiri and then small and large plate options with a seafood leaning. These include Hokkaido scallops with miso butter, sambal grilled squid and dry aged tuna san choy bow. Chilli margaritas and Asian daiquiri style cocktails sit beside a decent wine list that roams the globe.
Yuki
84RH+RM2 Jl. Pura Dalem, Canggu
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Not many restaurants cut as a fine a figure as Yuki, which sits pretty across the road from Batu Bolong beach. The open-sided pavilion with share tables, couches and bar seats, manages to channel both Bali’s tropical lifestyle and an exceptional minimalist Japanese aesthetic. It has the look and whiff of an Izakaya but it’s more than that. Head chef Yudha Permana, has created a sharing menu that nicely marries plant-based dishes (oyster mushroom yakitori) with chargrilled meaty options (pork chop with pickled daikon and togarashi). Craft beers and classic cocktails are drinks of choice, so too the highball menu including a pearl pilot with gin, nashi pair, elder flower and tonic.
Sazón
Jalan Batu Bolong, Canggu
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Infusing Canggu’s dynamic culinary scene with a vibrant taste of Spain, Sazón Tapas Bar & Grill is a lively new eatery along the main throes of Batu Bolong. An independent hotspot under Regent Bali Canggu, Sazón blends high-end Spanish ingredients with locally sourced produce to create an authentic yet innovative menu.
Helmed by award-winning Chef Andrew Walsh, highlights include the grilled flatbread with anchovy butter, stracciatella cheese and local honey, and the lamb and nduja meatballs with feta cheese and spiced tomato.
Lulu Bistrot
Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.72, Canggu
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If loading up on a Parisian feed is the last thing you think you'd want in Bali—think again. Lulu Bistrot is a French restaurant and wine bar in the heart of Canggu serving up French cooking in its traditional way but with the local and seasonal ingredients Bali is known for.
Skool Kitchen
Jl. Pura Dalem, Canggu
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With its cracker sundowner location overlooking Batu Bolong beachfront, Skool Kitchen is a go-to place when you’re wearing a pretty dress or shirt and feeling the need for cocktails. The temptation, of course, is to stay on for dinner.
Skool’s elongated dining room has an open kitchen where diners can pull up a stool and be entertained. Every dish that leaves the kitchen has been touched by an open-flame fire fuelled by natural wood and charcoal embers. The ensuing paired-back, flavour-heavy dishes are a sensation. From a sharing menu categorised as ‘smalls’, ‘mains’ and ‘treats’ try Murotsu Bay oysters with yuzu and charred jalapeño, followed by grilled Iberico pork with shiitake and chestnuts. For dessert, charred apple crumble is served with whiskey ice cream and custard.
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