Legian Food Court is the ultimate destination for eating on a budget, and like a local, in Legian. This outdoor food court is home to dozens of local cooks, serving an array of local, Asian, and even Western dishes.
The best part? You can order an appetizer in one place, grab a main dish in another, and finish it up with fresh juices and sweet treats in the third place!
If you’re heading to Bali and will stay in Legian, check out our travel and foodie guide for this popular food court. We have a few food recommendations for you too!
Legian Food Court: What Is It Like?
Legian Traditional Village authorities were created for all food traders in the Legian area. This way all the vendors will be concentrated in one area and visitors won’t have to look for dining options.
It is a medium-sized space with several food stalls and warungs (cheap local cafes) wrapped around the parking space in the centre. Some warungs have covered seating areas in case it is raining.
Things To Know Before Visiting Legian Food Court
The Legian food court is usually not very crowded during the day, so you are free to come at any time. However, if you like the feel of night markets, come in the evening.
There is not only Indonesian food, but lots of Western cheap eats too.
Bring cash and better small money. The average bill will be from 25,000 to 75,000 IDR (2.5 to 7.5 AUD).
There are local bands playing live music almost every night at the market.
The food court is clean and has a public toilet and a sink to wash hands.
Most of the places have the menu in front, so you can walk around first and then decide on what to order and where.
The Legian food court is a partner of Bali Beer Bus and every now and then a bus will stop and all the tourists will be dropped off to grab lunch. It can get a bit more noisy and crowded at these moments.
Many of the stalls from the food court are available through food delivery apps. Once you visit and if you like somewhere special you can order in next time.
Where Is The Legian Food Court?
Legian Food Court is located in Legian, an area between Kuta and Seminyak. It is tucked away from the main Legian street and roughly 15 minutes from the Legian Beach.
An easy landmark to find the food court is the soccer field – the food court is right in front of it.
Address: Jl. Sriwijaya No.818, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
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How To Get To Legian Food Court?
If you are staying in Legian, you can simply walk to this food court. You will see a big white sign and an orange one “Legian Food Court” – impossible to get lost.
If you are travelling from other parts of Bali, a short distance is easier by bike, rental or bike taxi like Grab or GoJek. A ride from Seminyak or Canggu will be 20-35 minutes.
From the airport, Uluwatu, Ubud and other more remote areas, it is best to get a car as it can take 2-3 hours on the road with all the traffic.
Lots of parking space available, right in the middle of the market, but it is paid (under 10,000 IDR or 1 AUD per vehicle).
Warungs Are At The Legian Food Court
The food court may be not as big as food courts in modern malls, but it still offers dishes from Indonesian, Balinese, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Middle Eastern, and Western cuisines.
Warung Pojok
This warung serves Chinese-Indonesian dishes like fried rice, Kwetiau noodles, bok choy, and fried noodles. The menu is not big, but also includes some of the OG of Western food like chicken cordon bleu.
Warung Bhoga Jaya Legian
An Indonesian warung serves many dishes with no pork (halal), grilled ribs, vegetable sides, and sate ayam (chicken skewers).
The Green Warung
A mix of Asian and Western cuisines at affordable prices. Pad Thai is a popular choice on the menu here, but chicken satay (skewers) feel a bit dry and don’t come with peanut sauce (as they usually do in Indonesia).
Queenie Resto
A restaurant with a few options of local, Western, kid-friendly menus, and desserts.
Roasted chicken and veggies are a staple thing to order at this warung. Brownies and ice cream is really indulgent.
Chops 88
This cafe makes Chinese, Indonesian, and international dishes and is one of the most visited on the food court.
Try Lime Chicken and Rice here – a highly recommended meal with veggies, rice, and crispy zesty chicken, and Bakmie Babi – locals’ favourite, a noodle dish with pork.
Ina Sushi
The only Japanese cafe at the Legian food court and probably one of the most affordable Japanese dining options in Bali.
Amazing fresh fish, try Philadelphia rolls and gyoza – they are absolute bestsellers at Ina.
Mexican Waroong
If you love Mexican food, this is a spot for you! Order anything from crispy quesadillas to sweet churros and enjoy the great welcoming vibes.
BBQ & Thai Food
A popular food stall with barbecued seafood, fish, sausages, lamb chops, cauliflower steak, and staple Thai dishes like Pad Thai, Tom Yum, papaya salad, and curry.
Koala Kitchen (Annie’s Kitchen)
Affordable healthy food dishes with fish and veggies and some Western-style staples like saucy ribs, pasta, and more.
They also serve Indonesian, Chinese, and Balinese meals using family cooking recipes.
Warung Sister
One of the warungs on the right side, Warung Sister, makes great soto betawi (classic beef soup), soups with ribs, dark beef and rice, and traditional nasi goreng (fried rice).
Great option if you feel jetlagged or a bit sick.
Ikan Bakar Bumbu Tuban
One of the most visited spots at the back of the Legian food court, this warung serves authentic Indonesian grilled fish and seafood.
Sourcing the fresh catch from fishermen, they make grilled clams, fish, prawns, squid, calamari, and unique fish head soup.
Warung Krishna Steak House
For all meat lovers, this warung is one of the great dinner places. Must try are crispy pork belly, pork tenderloin, duck, and ribs. They come with gravy, rice or fries and some veggies.
A complete meal for really cheap!
Sarinadi
Sarinadi is a small stall, very popular among locals for its fresh cap cay (stir-fried vegetable dish), shrimp pete (a unique dish with stir-fried shrimp, spicy sambal condiment and petai, or bitter beans).
Please note, that the food business in Bali is very competitive and the warungs may close down and new pop up. We often visit the area and will update the list if we see any changes.
5 Best Dishes To Try At Legian Food Court
No matter what food stall you choose, look out for these delicacies that are really worth trying at the market:
Ikan Bakar (charcoal-grilled fish) at Ikan Bakar Bumbu Tuban. A must!
- Sate Babi – skewers with pork. You will find skewers anywhere in Bali but most often they are made with chicken meat. Rare, and delicious, finds are pork and goat skewers.
- Ayam Betutu – Balinese traditional roasted chicken with spices and turmeric. Super fragrant and flavorful. There is even a variety of this dish with duck at the market, also worth trying.
- Shrimp Pete – an acquired taste but definitely a rare find and a local delicacy worth trying. It is spicy!
- Cendol – a very unique cold Asian dessert popular in Indonesia and Malaysia with green rice flour jelly, coconut milk, and palm sugar syrup. Mung beans, shaved ice and durian can go as toppings.
Final Thoughts On Legian Food Court
On a day when you don’t want to decide where to eat, Legian food court is a no-brainer. You can walk here, see what’s on the menu in a few spots, sit down, and order.
A perfect spot to indulge in local food after catching the sunset of the beach. And remember, a 5-star meal in Bali can cost under 5 AUD easily!
