I’m so happy that you found our website. Now you can really get started on adding some exciting adventures to your holiday in Bali! BALI ASLI offers our guests truly memorable unique culinary and cultural adventures. The traditional Balinese cuisine we serve, pays homage to our community, the people who farm, forage, and fish in the nearby fields, forest and oceans. It is prepared using wood fires, mortar and pestle, our hands and lots of love! No electricity is used to produce our food at BALI ASLI, allowing the authentic flavours to shine.
BALI ASLI aspires to inspire and pass knowledge to a new generation of people, so they can make a difference to Bali’s environment and tourism industry, without exploitation and sustaining it’s integrity.
Penelope Jane Williams
(Chef & Creator Bali Asli Restaurant)
What They Say
Why You'll Love Bali Asli
At Bali Asli, every moment is a journey into the heart of Balinese life. From the way we cook to the way we connect with our community, everything is done with authenticity, respect, and joy. Whether you come to dine, learn, or simply breathe in the beauty around Mount Agung, you’ll discover a place where food, culture, and nature live in perfect harmony.
Where We Are
Bali Asli is nestled in Gelumpang village, East Bali, at the foot of Mount Agung. Surrounded by rice fields and serene views, it’s just two hours from the airport and close to Candidasa and Amed.
The Restaurant
We honor Balinese cuisine and culture with authenticity and care. Every dish is cooked over wood-fired stoves using fresh ingredients from our gardens and local farmers.
The Cooking School
Join our “A Day in the Life” classes and explore true Balinese living — from planting rice to crafting, cooking, and creating memories to take home.
The Essence Of Bali Asli
Discover what makes Bali Asli more than just a restaurant. Every dish, view, and experience is thoughtfully crafted to honour Balinese heritage, nature, and community.
Authentic Balinese Flavours
Taste tradition, through the recipes that we have inherited, home grown ingredients, capturing the soul of Bali in every bite
Farm to Table Freshness
Enjoy ingredients harvested from our garden and nearby farms for natural, seasonal taste.
Traditional Cooking Methods
Experience dishes cooked over woodfire, ground between stone and touched by hand.
Community Connection
Support local farmers, fishermen, and artisans through every meal you savor.
Cultural Immersion
Join our “A Day in the Life” cooking classes and explore Bali’s living traditions.
Serene Mountain Setting
Relax over a long lunch, taking in the magnificent views.
A Glimpse of Bali Asli
Step into the world of Bali Asli through our gallery. From breathtaking views of Mount Agung and lush rice fields to the warmth of our kitchen and community, every image captures the beauty, spirit, and simplicity that define our home.
Discover what makes Bali Asli more than just a restaurant. Every dish, view, and experience is thoughtfully crafted to honour Balinese heritage, nature, and community. Now you can really get started on adding some exciting adventures to your holiday in Bali!
Restaurant Information
Open 7 days a week
8.00 AM – 7.30 PM
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