Best romantic and fine dining restaurants in Bali

RESTAURANTS, BALI Updated : Oct 17, 2016, 03.27 PM IST

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Anna Phipps is a writer, dreamer, digital nomad and travel addict from the UK who quit her job in Dec 2012 to pursue her dreams of a life of travel and adventure. Anna has been on an indefinite journey around India, Southeast Asia and Australia ever since traveling slow, independently and on a budget and is now based in Goa, India. She shares her tips and experiences on her blog Global Gallivanting to inspire others to make travel their lifestyle choice too.\n\nAnna travels because she believes that “We travel not to escape life, but so that life does not escape us”. \n\nShe blogs at: https://www.global-gallivanting.com/.

Photo courtesy: Cascades at the Viceroy
Bali’s diverse dining scene and vast array of restaurants serve food from all over the world and cater to all budgets. Humble roadside warungs serving traditional Indonesian cuisine, award-winning restaurants run by world-class chefs, and stylish beach clubs with gorgeous views. But best romantic and fine-dining restaurants in Bali could be the ultimate dining experience here.

Known as ‘the island of the gods,’ the jungles, beaches and luxury resorts of Bali create a truly romantic setting. If you want to celebrate a special occasion or just treat yourself, there is an almost overwhelming choice of beautiful fine-dining restaurants that serve delectable and inventive modern fusion cuisine in an elegant setting. If you really want an occasion to remember, then these restaurants will help to create your ultimate romantic experience.

With so many amazing dining locations it is hard to narrow it down to a few, but these are the very best of Bali’s most romantic fine-dining restaurants.
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European

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Mozaic

Mozaic is probably the most famous fine-dining restaurant in Bali, and is the only restaurant in Indonesia to be listed as one of the top 100 restaurants in the world.

2
French

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Metis Lounge

Many of Bali’s fine-dining restaurants serve modern French cuisine, and Metis Lounge is one of the best. Metis offers a romantic and stylish gourmet, open air dining experience in the classy cocktail lounge, and modern F...more

3
Indonesian

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The Warung

If you are looking to splurge on an authentic Balinese feast, then look no further than the superb Warung restaurant at the Alila Uluwatu Resort. The cliff-side location and views overlooking the ocean are stunning, and ...more

4
Indonesian

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Swept Away

Swept Away is located in the wonderful Samaya Resort Spa located on the majestic River Ayung in Ubud. This fabulous candlelight restaurant is right next to the gushing stream which makes the setting at Swept Away one of ...more

5
Multi-cuisine

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Sarong

Sarong is one of the best places in Bali for spicy fine dining. When dining at Sarong, you can choose to be seated in the chic and glamorous indoor restaurant, complete with crystal chandeliers and comfortable plush sofa...more

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Multi-cuisine

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Rimba

If you are looking for an extraordinarily romantic dining experience, then look no further than Rimba. The luxurious 5 star Rimba resort has 4 fabulous fine dining a la carte restaurants to choose from, but for something...more

7
Multi-cuisine

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Cascades at the Viceroy

For fine dining with a stunning twist visit Cascades at the ultra luxurious Viceroy hotel. This is a mixture of stylish and funky decadence in an innovative but distinctly Balinese setting. Cascades is an award winning f...more

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Multi-cuisine

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Il Ristorante

Il Ristorante is regarded as one of the most romantic fine dining restaurants in Bali. Il Ristorante is the signature restaurant at the Bulgari Resort in Uluwatu, located on the Bukit Peninsula, and has won many restaura...more

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Multi-cuisine

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Kayuputi

Kayuputi is the fabulous beachfront fine-dining restaurant at the luxurious St Regis Resort in Nusa Dua. Kayuputi serves Asian-influenced haute cuisine and has an excellent wine list that has won the restaurant many awar...more

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Multi-cuisine

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Bridges

Bridges is a casual fine dining restaurant, wine bar, shop, gallery and exhibition and event space that overlooks the Campuhan River, which is just a five minute drive from Ubud. Bridges Bali is one of the best restauran...more

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