Legian restaurants and dining guide
Legian boasts some of Bali's best dining
The dining scene in Legian is a vibrant and ever changing one and arguably offers just as much variety as Kuta. There is plenty of choice in every price range, however you will be hard pushed to find the very bottom end prices that Kuta dining is famous for. Most places offer a broad menu of Western favourites, typical Indonesian dishes and perhaps a few Thai, Mexican and Chinese options.
Many Legian restaurants have live bands or Balinese dances in the evening. There is a huge Australian contingent in Legian, both visiting families and expat restaurant owners and many places cater for this with Aussie style BBQ nights. Elegant dining galore can be found in Legian Village while along the seafront at Blue Ocean beach are several trendy lounges which are always packed out in the early evening.
There very finest gourmet dining establishments are attached to Legian’s five star beach resorts and offer glorious views and exquisite, if a little pricey, Mediterranean and modern Asian menus. Just like Kuta, you can simply stroll around Legian village looking for the perfect place to eat as there is bound to be a dozen or more restaurants and cafes on every street.
For sustenance on the go or a late snack, try one of the sandwich bars, cake shops or ice cream parlours that have sprung up in recent times. Whet your appetite with our top picks for eating out in Legian.
Recommended Legian restaurants
Wali Warung
This cozy Legian restaurant has a pleasant family-friendly atmosphere and serves up home-cooked Indonesian and Western classics. The Balinese-Swedish owners are keen to make every guest feel welcome and the food is delicious as well. Jalan Padma Utara No. 16, Legian, Bali, Tel: +62 (0)361 762860, info@waliwarung.com, Open daily 09:00 – 22:00. $$
Drops
Award winning design coupled with exquisite Asian fusion cuisine makes an unbeatable combination for discerning Legian diners. Service is top class and there is an impressive list of wines. A perfect spot for a romantic tryst. Casa Padma Suites, Jalan Yudistira Padma, Tel: +62 (0)361 757042, Open daily 11:00 to 23:00. $$$
Gosha Bar and Restaurant
Not the most enticing place on first appearance but this huge hangar-like restaurant is packed nightly on the strength of its sumptuous seafood barbecues which attract holidaymakers from all around the island.
Tuck in to grilled marlin steaks, calamari and chili crabs among an extensive range of fishy delights. The atmosphere is full of hustle and bustle and there is often a long wait for a table in high season. 7 Jalan Melasti, Tel: +62 (0)361 759880, Open daily 08:00 to 23:00. $$
Poser’s Pub and Restaurant
An English style gastro-pub experience with hearty steak pies, gourmet sandwiches and even sauerkraut and schnitzel. It is a fairly lively expat hangout too with a well stocked bar and chatty bar staff. Excellent value dining in an intimate atmosphere. Jalan Padma Utara, no1, Tel: +62 (0)361 766497, Open daily 09:00 to 12midnight. $$
Warung Yogya
With plain whitewashed walls and plastic seating, this forever popular budget café was never going to win any design awards. The food, however, is excellent and features spicy Javanese curries, saté and a few tasty Western dishes at ridiculously low prices for Legian standards. For many years the undisputed king of budget dining in Legian. Jalan Padma Utara, Tel: +62 (0)361 750835, Open 10:00 to 22:00. $
Zanzibar
A long established designer bar and beachfront lounge with a loyal following among trendy locals and expats. Great pasta, chilled out DJ sounds and cool ocean breezes are the perfect cocktail for a memorable night out. The ideal place for a spot of nonchalant people watching while dining under a starry sky. Jalan Blue Ocean Beach, Tel: +62 (0)361 733529, open daily 09:00 to 12midnight. $$$
Price guide
$ dishes rp15,000 – rp30,000; quart of beer rp25,000; whiskey shot rp25,000; cocktails rp30,000
$$ dishes rp30,000 – rp75,000; quart of beer rp35,000; whiskey shot rp40,000; cocktails rp45,000
$$$ dishes rp75,000 – rp100,000; quart of beer rp40,000; whiskey shot rp50,000 cocktails rp50,000
$$$$ dishes rp100,000+ quart of beer rp50,000; whiskey rp60,000; cocktails rp70,000
