Are you craving authentic Korean Cuisine in Bali, or do you just enjoy trying new things? We’ve been out and tried as many Korean restaurants as we could find so that you can enjoy the same awesome taste.
Korean food has become very popular all over Indonesia in the last few years, including in Bali. If you’ve never tried it before, then here’s a quick rundown of what to expect:
What Is Korean Cuisine?
Korean Cuisine is based mostly on rice, vegetables, seafood and meat, with a distinct balance of flavours. Kimchi, sesame oil, garlic, soy sauce and ginger are common ingredients. The food can be spicy, but not always.
If you enjoy a drink and you’re thirsty for the taste of Korea, then no meal is complete without their most famous drink, Soju. A clear spirit made from rice or grain, often with fruit flavours added, any Korean restaurant on the island, around the world in fact, is usually well-stocked
Also popular is Korean BBQ, where guests grill their own marinated meats at the table. It’s always fun to watch your food sizzle away on the table in front of you.
We’ve added a few at the end of the list, but this type of Korean restaurant deserves its own category, and of course, we have you covered already: Best Korean BBQ Joints Bali
Here we’ve listed what we think is some of the best Korean cuisine on the island, please note that this list is not ranked and we think that every Korean restaurant we’ve listed is a must-visit!
15 Of The Best Korean Restaurants In Bali:
Yeobi Hansik – Seminyak
We start our list with one of the most popular and best-rated Korean restaurants in Bali, Yeobi Hansik.
This is our favourite restaurant for gimbap, a dish of seasoned rice and other fillings rolled in seaweed, it looks a bit like sushi but has a distinct flavour! Try the bulgogi gimbap!
Where Is It? Jl. Dewi Saraswati No.4, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Yeobi Hansik, Instagram
K-bunsik Bali Korean restaurant – Kuta
Located in the heart of Kuta, this is the restaurant to go to if you’re craving real Korean fried chicken. We think this place has the best Korean fried chicken in Bali, which is quite a statement!
Try the jjajangmyeon, Korean noodles in a black bean sauce, and the cheese gimbap!
Where Is It? Jl. Sunset Road No.6, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Korea Town – Umalas
This is another restaurant with great Korean fried chicken, but if you want something a bit different then try the spicy tteokbokki, a hot and spicy rice cake.
Be careful though as it really is spicy…but nothing a cold beer won’t fix!
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Anyar Gg. Sian No.1, Kerobokan, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Hwamoon – Seminyak
The staff at this restaurant are really friendly and helpful, they know a lot about the food being served. One employee in particular speaks great Korean, which is interesting to hear when they’re serving Korean guests.
We liked the tangsuyuk, a sweet and sour crispy pork.
Where Is It? Petitenget St No.7, Kerobokan Kelod, Kuta Utara, Badung Regency, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
The Little Korean Kitchen – Munggu
We love the atmosphere here, located in Manggu, just inland from Canggu, the restaurant overlooks beautiful rice paddy fields, so it’s a great place to eat during the daytime, even for breakfast.
The sundubu jjigae, a spicy tofu stew, is delicious and real soul food to eat looking out to the rice fields on those rainy days.
Where Is It? Jl. Sahadewa I, Munggu, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Online: Instagram
Seoul Soul Project – Canggu
This place does a really amazing kimchi fried rice, and sujeonggwa, a traditional Korean cinnamon punch which is great to drink after your meal.
This is more than just a restaurant though, they serve some fantastic cocktails, and if you’re feeling in a soulful mood after a few cocktails then there’s even a karaoke room upstairs!
Where Is It? Jl. Canggu Padang Linjong No.61, Canggu, Kuta Utara, Badung Regency, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Satu Mangkok – Ubud
Satu Mongkok means “one bowl” in Korean, and it defines the type of food served here, bowls of authentic Korean cuisine.
It’s the only restaurant in Ubud on the list, and if you’re there then we definitely recommend checking this place out. Try the jjamppong, a spicy Korean noodle soup, wich is possibly the best in Bali.
Where Is It? Jl. Sukma Kesuma Kabupaten No.17, Peliatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Online: Instagram
Koki Restaurant – Nusa Dua
The only Korean Restaurant we’ve listed in the Nusa Dua area of Bali, this one stands out as one of the best on the island.
Truly authentic Korean cuisine cooked to perfection by the passionate, and very friendly, owner and staff. Our favourite here is the pork belly and kimchi stew, which is unbeatable.
Where Is It? Jl. Siligita No.101x, Nusa Dua, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Koki Bali
Bibimbap Restaurant – Kuta & Sanur
There are two Bibimbap Restaurants in Bali, one in Kuta and one in Sanur. We paid the one in Sanur a visit while we were over there and we weren’t disappointed.
All of the dishes served here are great, but we really liked the Korean corn tea, so refreshing.
Where Is It?
Kuta: Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No.120 AB, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Sanur: Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228
Online: Kuta Instagram, Sanur Instagram
Nami Chikin Korean Street Food – Canggu (Dalung)
This street food style Korean restaurant stands out for its bold flavours and large portion size, all at affordable prices.
A small, modern restaurant, with many of the dishes served on metal plates giving it that street feel.
Where Is It? Jl. Tegal Sari Raya Jl. Perum Dalung Permai No.20, Kerobokan Kaja, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Yimo Korean Restaurant – Sanur
A chilled-out restaurant over in Sanur which is worth the visit.
This restaurant has the best gyeran-jjim, steamed egg, in Bali.
Where Is It? Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.204, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228
Online: Instagram
Korean BBQ:
We do have a dedicated piece about the best Korean barbecue restaurants in Bali, so we will list only some good options here:
Moggumung – Seminyak
A hidden gem in Seminyak for anyone craving real Korean BBQ. The beef, pork neck and pork belly here is amazing.
We love to meet here with friends, grill some meats and wash it down with some soju and beer.
Where Is It? Jl. Pangkung Sari No.21, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Galmaegi Korean BBQ – Kuta
This Korean BBQ joint located in the heart of Kuta has premium meats to choose from in a modern, sleek setting.
It’s one of our favourite Korean BBQ spots, we love watching that pork belly sizzle on that table in front of us.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Kuta No.105, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Hyangtogol Korean BBQ Restaurant – Sanur
Another great Korean BBQ spot, this one is located just near Sindhu Night Market in Sanur.
The meat is quality, the service is great and the price is right! Try some kimchi stew to go with your BBQ.
Where Is It? Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai No.27A, Semawang, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228
Online: Instagram
Jejudon Bali – Kuta
Part of a small chain of Korean BBQ restaurants in Indonesia.
As well as Korean BBQ, there are many regular Korean dishes here, including kimchi jjigae which is very good! We saw a few Korean guests eating here last time, which is a sign of authenticity.
Where Is It? Jl. Sunset Road No.77B, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
FAQs
Is Korean Food Spicy?
Yes, it can be spicy, it can at times be very spicy, using ingredients such as chilli peppers and spices like gochujang and gochugaru. But not all Korean cuisine is spicy.
If you’re unsure, ask the staff about the various dishes to tailor them to fit your preference.
Why Eat Korean Food When I’m In Indonesia?
Just because you’re in Bali, Indonesia, it doesn’t mean you have to eat only Indonesian food; likewise, you don’t have to be in Korea to enjoy a Korean restaurant or Korean BBQ.
It’s not uncommon to see locals eating in a Korean restaurant either.
Is Soju Strong?
Most commercially sold Soju, particularly the flavoured stuff, is around 12% to 20%, so it’s fairly strong, but be warned, it can be as high as 53%!
What Is Kimchi?
Kimchi is a dish of salted and fermented vegetables, usually cabbage. It’s a staple in Korea and very famous.
You will find it in every Korean restaurant.
Final Thoughts On The Best Korean Restaurants In Bali
If you’re looking to eat in a Korean restaurant during your visit to Bali, then you’re in luck as there’s no shortage of places to choose from.
Whether you’re looking for your favourite dish, to enjoy a Korean BBQ with friends, or want to try something new, we’ve covered it all.
Most of the restaurants we found are located in the southwest area of the island, so this is something to bear in mind if you’re planning to visit a Korean restaurant during your stay in Bali.
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