'Michelin-Star' Dining in Bali: Spectacular Restaurants Serving World-Class Cuisine

Spoiler alert: Bali doesn’t have any official Michelin-starred restaurants—yet. But that hasn’t stopped the island from dishing out some of the most jaw-dropping, palate-pleasing meals on this side of the equator. Why? Because an army of globe-trotting chefs who have earned Michelin stars elsewhere decided that paradise needed a sprinkle of culinary excellence too.

These restaurants may not have a little red star next to their name (for now), but they’re serving meals that would make the Michelin inspectors swoon.

So if you're hunting for that high-end, chef’s-kiss experience, buckle up. These restaurants may not have a little red star next to their name (for now), but they’re serving meals that would make the Michelin inspectors swoon. Let’s dig in.

Amici Bali

Bringing Italian soul and modern elegance to Seminyak’s bustling Petitenget Street, Amici is a love letter to la dolce vita. The concept is backed by culinary titan Enrico Bartolini, who holds more Michelin stars than your hand's fingers. At the helm is Chef Alessandro D’Amico, who crafts plates that honor seasonal Mediterranean abundance with subtle flair. It's the kind of place where simplicity meets sophistication—and your tastebuds win every time.

Jl. Petitenget No.19x, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Phone: +62 899 699 9000
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Apéritif Restaurant

Welcome to the Roaring Twenties—Balinese style. Viceroy Bali's Apéritif serves up old-world glamour with a side of global fusion, starting with pre-dinner cocktails in a Gatsby-esque lounge and ending with petit fours in a velvet-draped bar. Chef Nic Vanderbeeken channels his Michelin-star pedigree into a wildly inventive tasting menu, combining worldly techniques with local flair. Expect elegant plating, bold flavors, and a very full belly.

Viceroy Bali
Br. Nagi, Jl. Lanyahan, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Phone: +62 361 908 2777
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Cuca Restaurant

Just a coconut’s throw from Jimbaran Beach, Cuca is where local ingredients get a creative twist. Run by Chef Kevin Cherkas, who cut his teeth at Michelin greats like El Bulli and Daniel, this spot offers tasting menus that blend Balinese flavors with playful tapas-style presentations. It’s all laid-back luxe, and if you're feeling extra romantic, the “Romance @ Cuca” package even throws in candles, roses, and a cheeky little surprise.

Jl. Yoga Perkanthi, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80364
Phone: +62 812 3687 0486
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Koral Restaurant

Dining under the sea? Check. Michelin-starred French chef? Check. Chef Jean-Baptiste Natali brings his one-star sparkle to Koral Restaurant of The Apurva Kempinski Bali. Here, guests are invited to dine beneath a giant aquarium on a modern menu driven by sustainability and Indonesian ingredients. It’s part culinary theatre, part fine dining experience, and all kinds of unforgettable.

The Apurva Kempinski Bali
Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Sawangan, Nusa Dua, Kabupaten Badung, Bali
Phone: +62 361 209 2288
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Locavore NXT

Forget imported truffles and foie gras—Locavore NXT is all about what's grown, raised, and foraged in Indonesia. Chefs Eelke Plasmeijer and Ray Adriansyah have created a food philosophy that’s equal parts boundary-pushing and back-to-nature. Expect zero-waste practices, plant-forward menus, and a vibe that’s more conscious culinary lab than traditional restaurant. If food had a future, this would be it.

Jl. A.A. Gede Rai Gang Pura Panti Bija, Lodtunduh, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Phone: +62 821 4495 6226
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Mauri Restaurant

Southern Italy meets modern artistry at Mauri, where Chef Maurizio Bombini channels his roots in Puglia into a series of bold, contemporary tasting menus. Expect dishes that nod to Italian tradition but are executed with an inventive, almost sculptural flair. Opt for the Discovery Menu if you’re feeling adventurous—this is Italian dining, reimagined.

Jl. Petitenget No.100, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Phone: +62 817 776 177
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Mozaic Ubud

A longtime icon in Ubud, Mozaic has been redefining fine dining in Bali for over two decades. Now led by Chef Blake Thornley and Chris Salans, it still delights with French-Indonesian fusion that evolves with the seasons. From romantic garden gazebos to an open-kitchen Chef’s Table, every corner of Mozaic whispers “special occasion”—and then serves a dish to prove it.

Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Phone: +62 821 4723 5550
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Room4Dessert

Dessert for dinner? Yes, please. Room4Dessert is the brainchild of Chef Will Goldfarb, the pastry genius made famous by Chef’s Table. Located deep in the jungle, this dessert-only tasting menu surprises with its balance of savory snacks, inventive sweets, and ultra-creative presentation. And despite the sugar rush, it’s anything but cloying. Think of it as a Willy Wonka-meets-El Bulli experience—with better cocktails.

Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561
Phone: +62 813 3705 0539
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The cave by Chef Ryan Clift

Dining in a natural limestone cave? It’s real, and it’s spectacular. Conveniently tucked underneath The edge's lavish complex, The cave by Chef Ryan Clift turns a prehistoric setting into a futuristic food journey. Guests are treated to 7 or 10 courses of artfully crafted dishes between immersive light shows projected on the cave walls. It’s exclusive (just 22 seats!), theatrical, and absolutely worth the splurge.

The edge
Jalan Pura Goa Lempeh, Banjar Dinas Kangin, Pecatu, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Phone: +62 361 847 0700
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