Sanur’s Hottest Dinner Spot Right Now: Lidah Lokal Unveils The Dinner Scene

Sitting at the front of ARTOTEL Sanur Bali, the restaurant is an extension of the hotel’s artistic spirit, blending modern Indonesian cuisine with an atmosphere defined by greenery, open-air warmth and a contemporary design edge. It feels distinctly Balinese yet confidently modern, a space where locals and visitors can settle in effortlessly from morning through late evening.

Lidah Lokal is open daily from 7am to 11pm and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, but evenings are when the restaurant truly comes into its own. Its newest offering, The Dinner Scene, introduces a curated selection of archipelago-inspired dishes that celebrate Indonesian flavours with a fresh, polished approach. The menu brings together smoked wings glazed in spicy-sweet sauce, bright tuna rujak, sautéed vegetables with goat, richly smoked beef endang, slow-cooked lamb ribs in gulai spices and grilled tuna served with coconut broth. It is a showcase of textures, aromas and regional influences, elevated with the kind of finesse that fits seamlessly into Sanur’s evolving dining landscape. The experience is complemented by a collection of cocktails created to pair well with the food, from citrus-forward spritzes to deeper, more aromatic blends, an easy, unpretentious match for the evening atmosphere.

Fridays at Lidah Lokal are a bit more lively. The Sea to Table promotion turns the restaurant into an open-air seafood celebration, complete with all-you-can-eat servings and live music that brings a warm energy into the space. A cocktail carnival runs alongside it, making Friday evenings a sociable destination for guests staying at ARTOTEL as well as those who know Sanur for its welcoming, neighbourhood feel. It’s the kind of dinner ritual that perfectly suits the area: friendly, relaxed and designed to be enjoyed slowly.

The setting itself plays a defining role in the dining experience. Surrounded by the hotel’s art-forward identity, the restaurant blends contemporary touches with a sense of Indonesian character, creating a space that feels thoughtful without being formal. Families, solo travellers, couples and long-time Sanur regulars all find their place here, drawn by the combination of good food, a breezy ambience and a menu that honours local flavours without being bound by tradition. The location adds to its appeal, positioned just a three-minute walk from the beach and moments from Sanur’s morning markets, promenade and coastal cafes.

As part of ARTOTEL Sanur, Lidah Lokal shares the brand’s commitment to creativity and local culture. ARTOTEL is known for championing Indonesian artists through rotating exhibitions and design-driven spaces, and the restaurant feels like a natural extension of that vision. The group’s wider portfolio spans hotels, dining concepts, event spaces and lifestyle initiatives, each with an emphasis on making Indonesian artistry and hospitality accessible, engaging and memorable. Lidah Lokal fits comfortably within that storytelling, offering a dining experience that feels both grounded in place and refreshingly contemporary.

For anyone exploring Sanur or staying in the area, Lidah Lokal is a destination worth seeking out, whether for a refined archipelago dinner, a leisurely breakfast before a day at the beach, or a Friday night filled with seafood, cocktails and music. It captures the essence of modern Bali dining: warm, creative and effortlessly enjoyable.