Bali’s Hottest New Openings of 2026: 9 Places to Try Before the Year Ends

From Uluwatu to Ubud and Legian to Sanur, discover Bali's hottest new restaurants, bars and hangouts of 2026

Simon te Hennepe

Bali's dining scene has had a busy year. A Japanese favourite has found a new home in Ubud, an Italian restaurant in Uluwatu is making its own cheese, and Berawa has welcomed a neighbourhood hangout inspired by 1990s New York.

With the year drawing to a close, these are the new openings in Bali worth knowing about before planning your next dinner, drinks or weekend away.

New Asian Restaurants in Bali 2026

Kaima: Asian Fusion Dining in Legian

Location: Legian

Legian's beachfront has a new dining destination. Spread across three levels near the end of Jalan Melasti, Kaima pairs modern Asian flavours with uninterrupted ocean views. The restaurant offers different settings for different occasions, from a relaxed meal to sunset drinks on its open-air rooftop terrace. Expect Asian-fusion dishes, including crispy pork belly with tamarind caramel, alongside cocktails that make good use of the coastal setting.

YUKI: Japanese Technique Meets Balinese Ingredients

Location: Ubud

After establishing itself in Canggu and Uluwatu, YUKI opened its largest venue yet in 2026, right beside Ubud Palace. The 252-seat restaurant combines Japanese cooking techniques with ingredients sourced from Balinese farmers and fishermen. Executive Chef Kadek Budiantara's menu includes line-caught sashimi, Wagyu Beef Sando, torched salmon maki and duck kamameshi. Designed with Japanese townhouse influences, the split-level venue also features an omakase counter and vinyl bar lounge.

It's a welcome addition to Ubud's dining scene. For more recommendations nearby, explore our Ubud essentials guide.

Lamuri: Where South Indian and Sumatran Flavours Meet

Location: Sanur

At Lamuri, Chef Aman Lakhiani explores the culinary connections between South India and Sumatra. Named after an ancient kingdom on Sumatra's northern coast, the restaurant draws on centuries of trade and shared food traditions. Coconut, tamarind, fermentation, fire and spice form the foundation of its cooking, offering something distinctive within Sanur's growing restaurant scene.

Find it on Jalan Danau Tamblingan, or explore the concept at lamuri.id.

New Mediterranean and European Spots in Bali 2026

My Dear Clara: An On-Site Cheese Factory and Aperitivo Hangout

Location: Uluwatu

The team behind KALA has brought a new Italian-inspired restaurant to Pecatu, and the kitchen is part of the attraction. At My Dear Clara, guests can watch fresh burrata, mozzarella and stracciatella being made in a glass-walled cheese room. Elsewhere, chefs prepare handmade pasta and Roman-style pizzas in full view. The menu features burrata ravioli, duck caramelle and pistachio tiramisu, while a dedicated cocktail laboratory adds another creative element.

Planning more dinners around the Bukit? See our Nusa Dua and Uluwatu dining guide.

Elliniko: A Taste of Greece in Berawa

Location: Berawa

Elliniko brings Greek dining to Berawa, with fresh seafood, traditional dishes and generous mezze designed for sharing. The restaurant and bar combines a lively Mediterranean atmosphere with cocktails, Greek music and entertainment. It's an appealing choice for a group dinner that might turn into a longer evening.

Siga Siga Ubud: Aegean-Inspired Dining

Location: Ubud

For another Mediterranean addition, Siga Siga brings Greek and Turkish influences to Ubud's Nyuh Kuning area. The menu centres on shared meze, seafood and fire-led cooking, taking inspiration from the flavours of the Aegean coast. It's the kind of restaurant to visit with friends, order several dishes for the table and settle in for a leisurely evening.

New Bars and Hangouts in Bali 2026

The Common: Uluwatu's New Neighbourhood Hangout

Location: Uluwatu

Opened on 29 October, The Common has arrived in Uluwatu with a straightforward proposition: good food, cold drinks, music and a place to meet your mates. Designed for post-surf catch-ups, casual meals and evenings that run longer than planned, it brings a lively neighbourhood feel to the street. Expect a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of personality.

Win Win: New York Nostalgia in Berawa

Location: Berawa

A 1990s New York restaurant by night and luncheonette by day, Win Win is one of Berawa's more distinctive new arrivals. Located within Etta The Place Brawa, the restaurant is led by Executive Chef Ashlee Malligan. The menu moves from Parker House rolls and shrimp cocktails to spicy vodka rigatoni, rotisserie-style chicken and pecan pie. The bar is equally playful: guests can customise their own martinis using a notepad to select their preferred spirit, ratios and garnishes.

For more dining inspiration, explore our Seminyak restaurant guide.

NAYA Uluwatu: Mediterranean Dining Above the Ocean

Location: Uluwatu

Set within Azura Uluwatu, NAYA Restaurant & Pool offers Mediterranean dining with sweeping views across the Indian Ocean. The open-air venue features an upstairs dining space and a more relaxed poolside setting, with menus built around seasonal produce and seafood. Open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner, it's a scenic option for a long lunch or sunset meal.