All 34 Must-Try Places & Experiences in Uluwatu: The Insider Expat Guide

34 Must-Try Places & Experiences in Uluwatu: The Insider Expat Guide

Want to experience Uluwatu like the locals who actually live it?
This is more than just a food list—it’s a curated guide to cliffside sunsets, cave-hidden beaches, elevated dinners, and jungle detox rituals. From where to sip almond milk lattes to where to skydive off a cliff (!), here’s your full breakdown.


🍳 6 Best Breakfast & Brunch Spots in Uluwatu

  • Ulu Artisan Uluwatu – Order The Big Ulu. It’s big, bold, and wildly satisfying.
  • BGS Uluwatu – Coffee with house-made almond milk. Smooth, rich, and iconic.
  • Karma Free Café – Start your day with cacao and pair it with coconut bread or overnight oats.
  • Baked Uluwatu – Next-level scrambled eggs, flaky pastries, and a minimalist-chic vibe.
  • Analog Uluwatu – For the love of matcha cinnamon coffee.
  • Shaffia Balangan – Tucked in the Balangan hills, their calamari omelet hits the spot.

🥗 6 Great Lunch Stops

  • The Beach House at Ours – Breezy, social, and great food.
  • Mana Uluwatu – Grab a poke bowl and soak in the clifftop breeze.
  • Banana Lounge – Chill by the pool with a Caesar salad in hand.
  • Bingin Ulu Artisan – Perfect post-beach pit stop.
  • Suka Espresso – Local favorite, fresh, quick, reliable.
  • Alchemy Uluwatu – Raw, vegan, and vibrant. A detox dream.

🍽️ 12 Must-Visit Dinner Spots

  • Mason Uluwatu – Mediterranean-leaning elegance. The hummus, grilled octopus, and lava cake are unforgettable.
  • Teja – Small, intimate, beautifully curated. Elevated comfort food.
  • Kala – Dark, moody, stylish. Perfect for long dinners and crafted cocktails.
  • Yuki – Japanese fusion with flair—sushi rolls, robata grill, and sake cocktails.
  • Alma Bingin – A stylish cliffside spot with a mellow, upscale vibe.
  • Zali – Lebanese share plates with depth and flavor.
  • Taco Acqui – 35K tacos, layered nachos, and a local secret.
  • Il Salotto Bali – House-made pastas and ambient lighting. Dreamy date-night material.
  • Fish Market Uluwatu – Pick your seafood and have it grilled on the spot.
  • Casa Asia – A local legend. Fresh wood-fired pizzas and handmade pastas in a relaxed garden setting.
  • Ours Home – Known for its epic steak nights and relaxed setting.
  • Tabu – Contemporary resturant with amazing sushi, steak, assortment. It’s a vibe here.

🍸 3 Best Sunset & Drinks Spots

  • The Istana – Start with sauna and ice bath, then sip coconut water while the sky turns gold over the ocean.
  • Mana Uluwatu – Friday drinks here are a local ritual—live music, jungle views, clifftop chill.
  • La Terrazza – Cliffside cocktails and cozy vibes.

🌊 7 Experiences You Can’t Miss in Uluwatu

  1. The Istana – Breathwork, sauna, and ice bath overlooking the sea. One of the most transformational wellness spots in Bali.
  2. Skydiving at Nyang Nyang – Yes, seriously. Leap from the cliff and land on white sands below.
  3. Thomas Beach – Quiet, serene, and perfect for swimming or a slow morning walk.
  4. Bingin Beach – White sand, great for tanning and afternoon dips.
  5. Uluwatu Beach – Iconic surf spot, with dramatic cliffs and rock caves.
  6. Balangan Beach – Take the walk, find the secret cave, and enter natural rock pools.
  7. Dreamland Beach – A wide, sandy escape for sunbathing and wave watching.

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