There is always a new reason to eat your way around Bali, and September is no exception.
From fresh takes on familiar cuisines to entirely new concepts, the island’s latest restaurants, cafés, and bars are bringing something different to the dining scene. Whether you’re after a casual daytime stop, a memorable dinner, or drinks after dark, here are some of the new places to know this month.
Norii Seminyak
Norii, the Japanese dining concept originally established in Ubud, has begun its next chapter with a new Seminyak location. Located within Wonderspace, the intimate restaurant brings Norii’s contemporary Japanese approach to a new neighbourhood, offering a more compact dining experience for around 34 guests.
The Seminyak venue continues the spirit of the original Norii, with a focus on Japanese flavours, carefully selected ingredients and a modern dining atmosphere. Its arrival adds another Japanese dining option to Seminyak’s ever-growing food and restaurant scene.
Rather than being an entirely new concept, Norii Seminyak represents the expansion of an existing Ubud favourite into a new location. The move gives both returning guests and new diners an opportunity to experience the Norii concept in a different setting.
With its intimate size and central Seminyak location, Norii is positioned as a destination for diners looking for a more focused Japanese dining experience, whether for a casual meal or a special evening out.
- Address: Jl. Umalas Lestari No.88, Seminyak, Bali
- Instagram: @instagram.com/noriibali/
- Web: thewonderspace.com/noriiseminyak
Haidilao Bali
Located in Living World Mall in Denpasar, Haidilao Hot Pot brings world-renowned Sichuan hot pot culture and famously attentive hospitality to Bali. Globally celebrated for its viral tableside dining experience, the brand offers a wide variety of simmered soup bases from signature spicy Sichuan broth to rich tomato and mushroom blends, paired with premium meats, fresh seafood, and customisable dipping sauces. Beyond the food, Haidilao elevates the experience with signature customer perks, including dynamic noodle-pulling demonstrations, traditional face-changing Bian Lian performances, complimentary manicure services, and dedicated children’s play areas, delivering a lively, all-round culinary event.
- Address: Living World, Jl. Gatot Subroto Tim. LG Floor, Tonja, North Denpasar, Denpasar
- WhatsApp: +62 852 8088 8376
- Instagram: @haidilaobali
Ding Ding Hot Pot – Seminyak
Following the success of its original flagship branch in Canggu, Ding Ding Hot Pot brings its authentic Chinese broth experience to Seminyak at the Akkulla Resort. Catering specifically to nocturnal crowds with a late-night schedule running from 10 PM to 4 AM, the venue features private VIP rooms equipped with karaoke setups. Diners can indulge in rich, house-made bases simmered for hours, such as: an eight-hour chicken bone broth, classic spicy Mala, or rich crab soup, complemented by hand-folded wontons, fresh daily meatballs, premium Wagyu cuts, and fresh seafood.
- Address: Jl. Batu Belig No.168, Seminyak, North Kuta, Badung
- WhatsApp: +62 813 9900 0600
- Instagram: @dingdinghotpot
ZUMANA
Nestled along the shores of Sunset Bay in Kuta, Zumana is a beachfront sanctuary crafted by the creators of Savaya Bali in partnership with KAJA Group. Designed by the renowned Rockwell Group, the 35,000-square-foot destination centres around Zenía—a striking 10-meter sculpture by artist Daniel Popper. The venue features dynamic pool daybeds, multiple bar spaces, and an expansive open-air layout that transitions seamlessly from relaxed daytime lounging into high-energy sunset sessions and late-night music events.
- Address: Sunset Bay Kuta, Jl. Kartika Plaza No.2, Kuta, Badung
- WhatsApp: +62 811 3011 0111
- Instagram: @zumanabali
Mister Wasabi
Located along Jalan Padma in Legian, Mister Wasabi presents a modern Japanese dining experience and izakaya where traditional classics meet bold, creative flavours. The sleek, vibrant venue serves up precision-crafted sushi, fresh sashimi, and inventive fusion dishes alongside a curated selection of saké and handcrafted cocktails. With its warm, lively energy and atmospheric setting, the restaurant provides an accessible yet elevated spot for relaxed lunches, casual dinners, and evening gatherings by the beach.
- Address: Jl. Padma No.2C, Legian, Kuta, Badung
- WhatsApp: +62 877 8899 3636
- Instagram: @misterwasabibali
AMIKAN by SIKI
Nestled along the calm shores of Nusa Dua within the ITDC area, AMIKAN by SIKI brings a casual, café-style counterpart to the acclaimed SIKI restaurant next door. Drawing its name from the Balinese concept amik-amikan (meaning small handmade treats) the venue pairs Japanese café sensibilities with laid-back beachfront dining, featuring sunlit indoor seating, a serene Japanese garden, and open sundecks right on the sand without minimum spends. The menu spotlights handcrafted taro drinks as classic Taro Lattes and sparkling Taro Berry Spritzes alongside matcha, speciality coffee, and savoury Japanese Sandos like the Seafood Katsu, offering a bright and effortless transition from morning coffee to sunset cocktails by the sea.
- Address: ITDC Area, Lot No. C, Benoa, Badung
- WhatsApp: +62 877 7500 7113
- Instagram: @amikanbysiki
My Dear Clara
Opened on Jalan Labuansait in Pecatu, My Dear Clara brings a refined yet playful approach to Italian dining in Uluwatu. Created by the team behind local favourites like KALA and Lola’s Cantina, the two-level venue features a theatrical open kitchen anchored by a fully transparent, in-house cheese factory, a dedicated fresh pasta section, and a spirit-infusing cocktail laboratory. Led by a chef with three-Michelin-star kitchen pedigree, the menu spans hand-pulled burrata, artisanal pastas like beef cheek pappardelle, and Roman-style pizzas, complemented by savoury drinks such as their signature Parmigiano Martini. With paper-lined tables encouraging guests to draw with crayons, the atmosphere pairs high-calibre craftsmanship with an unpretentious, sociable spirit.
- Address: Jl. Labuansait No.44, Pecatu, Uluwatu, Bali
- WhatsApp: +62 821 344 4313
- Instagram: @my_dear_clara