If you sometimes crave Thai cuisine then you’re not alone and the good news is that you don’t have to go without traditional Thai cuisine in Bali. There are plenty of places where you can enjoy mango sticky rice, pineapple fried rice, tom yum hot pot, pad thai, a Thai beef salad and more!
Our guide will introduce you to the best 20 Thai restaurants in Bali so that you can enjoy an amazing Thai gastronomic journey that delights your taste buds.
The Best 20 Thai Restaurants In Bali: Authentic Thai Dishes Guaranteed
Asri Dining by Samanvaya, Sidemen
This is a spectacular setting and more of a pan-Asian place rather than a straight Thai Restaurant but they do a mean red curry and an excellent pork belly too.
As you’d expect from a high-end place like this, the service is world-class and you will find that the Thai Beef Salad or whatever you order is presented beautifully too.
If you’re in the mood for authentic Thai cuisine in a gorgeous garden setting, this is a great place to go.
Where Is It? Banjar Tabola, Telaga Tawang, Kec. Sidemen, Kabupaten Karangasem, Bali 80864, Indonesia
Online: Samanvaya
Asian Spice Restaurant, Legian
They serve Thai, Japanese and Indonesian food at this place in Legian and despite the extra demands placed on the restaurant kitchen, their pad thai is absolutely superb.
Your taste buds will go wild for the spring rolls and tom yum hot pot too. They have excellent live music of an evening too which helps you to get in the right mind for some red curry and crispy shallots.
Ani the hostess is regarded as one of the best waitresses in Legian and she will ensure you have one of the best Thai restaurant experiences of your life.
Where Is It? Rama Residence Padma, Jl. Padma, Legian, Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Rama Residence
Damar Terrace, Jimbaran
If you’d like to eat your pad thai and sticky rice poolside then you’re going to love being at Damar Terrace in the AYANA Resort.
The servings are very generous here and you get a lovely view of the ocean as you dine. Each dish is lovingly prepared and you can definitely up your Instagram game here.
Where Is It? AYANA Resort and Spa, BALI, Jl. Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80364, Indonesia
Online: AYANA
Fat Chow, Kuta
The pork belly with fried rice is to die for a Fat Chow which may be the best Thai restaurant on the island if you’re searching for a purely Thai dining experience.
The dishes here are fresh and prepared with truly authentic spices to ensure you get the fiery goodness of the cuisine.
It’s also very cozy inside and the ideal place for a date night or conversation with friends.
Where Is It? Jl. Poppies II No.7C, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Fat Chow
Warung Siam, Ubud
If you want a pad thai but don’t want to pay the Earth for it, then Warung Siam should be high up on your list of Thai restaurants to try in Bali.
It’s always busy, mind you, so if you do decide you want to get fired into the best tom yum outside of Thailand, we recommend getting there early or opting to eat in the mid-afternoon.
Please note, it’s not a big place and it simply can’t cater to large parties of guests. So, try not to bring a rugby team with you when you visit.
Where Is It? Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
BATIK Restaurant Bar, Seminyak
Thai dishes rub shoulders with the flavours of Vietnam and Indonesia and if you love spring rolls and fresh lime and spices, this is a fabulous restaurant.
The portions here are always generous and the service is very good and efficient. They go a bit off-piste with the desserts though and instead of mango, you can enjoy more international flavours such as an amazing creme brulee.
Where Is It? Jalan Kayu Aya, Seminyak, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Bali, 80361, Indonesia
Online: BATIK
Lemongrass Thai Restaurant, Legian
Lemongrass is one of the most popular Thai restaurants on the island and you will definitely want to book in advance.
The good news is that they can handle different dietary requirements and are happy to tailor your pad thai in any way they need to to ensure that you have a great dining experience.
Some customers have said that they have occasional power cuts at this venue, but we haven’t experienced it.
Where Is It? Jl. Melasti, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: We Are Lemongrass
Warung Mendez, Ubud
We love the Thai BBQ chicken at this humble warung in Ubud it makes a change from the usual red curry and spring rolls and it’s very, very good.
They also do a crispy duck that we’ve never had in any other Thai restaurants but is so good that we’re not that bothered if it’s 100% authentic.
Just be warned if you opt to walk to this warung, the road can get pretty hectic outside.
Where Is It? Sayan, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Online: Facebook
Thai Indo Kitchen, Kuta
This simple Thai place in Kuta is all about low-cost and great-value dining and you can be certain that you will enjoy a good meal without breaking the bank.
Their shrimp pad thai is tasty and cheap and there’s nothing bad on the menu.
Where Is It? Pujasera Nakula, Jl. Nakula No.77B stand No.3, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Facebook
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Paed Thai Canggu by Wonderspace
Paed Thai does a mean pork fried rice at this Canggu location and it offers an excellent balance between casual and fine dining too.
The service is as good as the food and you will find yourself coming back again and again to experience Paed Thai as often as you can.
Where Is It? Jl. Canggu Padang Linjong No.8A, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Paed Thai
Ketut’s Warung, Nusa Lembongan
This place is pretty hard to find which is a shame because if you do make it down the dark alleyway to this family-run warung, you will have found one of the best Thai restaurants anywhere on Earth.
They also make a limited amount of each dish as they only use fresh locally sourced ingredients and don’t want anything to go to waste, so if you want to try the spring rolls, get there early.
Where Is It? Jungutbatu, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: N/A
Paed Thai Sanur by Wonderspace
This Sanur branch of Paed Thai is every bit as good as the Canggu counterpart and we’d heartily recommend it as a brunch spot if you want something spicy to chew on.
The garlic prawns were absolutely delicious and we were very impressed by the fresh oysters on offer here too.
Where Is It? Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No.888A, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228, Indonesia
Online: Paed Thai
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Siam Sally, Ubud
The king prawn kebab here is one of the tastiest meals you can have in Ubud and they do an excellent Thai tuna steak too.
They also do an excellent range of signature cocktails blended to complement the extraordinarily good food on offer.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Pengosekan Ubud, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Ulu Thai, Sanur
Yes, it looks more like a surf shop than a restaurant from Thailand but you’re going to be pleasantly surprised by the dishes on offer at Ulu.
The Thai chicken curry here is tender and delicious. The fish cakes are flaky and cooked to perfection and the service is very good too.
Where Is It? Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.91, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Warung Asia Thai Food, Legian
The food at this warung is so good that you won’t mind the incredibly slow service unless you arrive totally famished.
The prices are very reasonable too and you shouldn’t break the bank on a meal at Warung Asia Thai Food.
Where Is It? Jl. Werkudara Jl. Double Six No.5, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Swassdeekha Thai Restaurant And Bar, Legian
The pad thai here is very good and they are happy to make it as spicy as you want it to be, just ask for a bit more chilli if you really want them to bring the fire.
We also like that they served their curries in a coconut, which makes for a unique dining experience.
Where Is It? Jl. Werkudara No.525, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: N/A
Kat’s Kitchen, Ungasan
Kat’s Kitchen is one of the most attractive Thai restaurants on the island and it’s going to look awesome in your Instagram feed.
However, the food can be a little hit and miss and for every world-class tom yum, there’s a yellow curry that’s just a bit ordinary.
Where Is It? Uluwatu St No.132, Ungasan, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Pho Hwitta, Kuta
Yes, as you might guess from the name of the place, they serve Thai and Vietnamese food here and it’s all very good.
Their tom yum is absolutely awesome and the chilli rice is the most fiery thing we’ve tried in Bali.
Where Is It? Jl. Bumbak Dauh No.91, Kerobokan, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Facebook
Thai Pantry, Nusa Lembongan
There aren’t many Thai restaurants on Nusa Lembongan and the Thai Pantry is definitely the best of them and it’s in a great location overlooking the beach.
Try their special fish curry which is bursting with flavour.
Where Is It? Unnamed Road, Jungutbatu, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Thai Pantry
Moson Bali, Legian
There’s a lovely koi pond at Moson which is in the Moson Villas complex and the food is very good. We were also really impressed by the mango smoothies!
Where Is It? Jl. Pandawa, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Final Thoughts On Authentic Thai Food In Bali
You don’t have to be in Thailand to eat awesome Thai food in Southeast Asia. Bali has plenty of places that can whip up some amazing dishes with fish sauce, fragrant stir-fries, etc.
The best Thai grub here in Bali is made all the more delicious by using locally sourced ingredients that are super fresh and retain the spicy authenticity of the dishes served in Thailand.
Don’t miss out on the 20 best Thai restaurants in Bali mentioned above, you’re bound to find something that’s as good as you’d find in Bangkok and with first-rate quality and service.Â
