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Raffles Bali restaurants and dining experiences

Raffles Bali offers eight dining venues ranging from casual beach barbecues to intimate cave settings, each showcasing distinct cuisines from Southeast Asia to Peru. Under the direction of Chef Gaetan Biesuz, the resort sources 80% of its ingredients from farmers across the Indonesian archipelago, with additional exotic herbs, fruits and vegetables grown in the resort's own Farm Terrace garden. Dining options include both structured restaurant experiences and customizable private arrangements, from the chef's counter at Rumari to waterside gazebos and dramatic cave settings.

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Main restaurants and bars

Rumari serves contemporary Southeast Asian cuisine with views over Jimbaran Bay. The restaurant features a chef's counter where diners can watch Chef Gaetan Biesuz prepare dishes, and maintains a wine list of more than 250 labels. Breakfast includes both international favourites and Indonesian specialities.

The Writers Bar operates from a glamorous terrace with ocean and sunset views, serving Bali Slings and cocktails. Loloan Coastal Peruvian brings the flavors of Peru to the resort, emphasizing ocean freshness, woodfire cooking, and ingredients like lime and ají.

Private and specialty dining venues

The Farm Terrace features live cooking and private dinners beneath a vine-covered pergola, drawing from the resort's own herb and vegetable garden. Purnama Honeymoon Bale is a romantic waterside gazebo seating two, with a menu inspired by Jimbaran Bay.

The Secret Cave offers dining in an ancient setting with dramatic natural rock formations and flickering torches. In-Villa Barbecue allows guests to arrange live barbecue preparation within their villa, while Beach Barbecue provides beachfront dining under the stars.

Ingredient sourcing and culinary philosophy

Chef Gaetan Biesuz creates progressive Southeast Asian cuisine emphasizing seasonal ingredients. The resort prioritizes sustainability through direct relationships with farmers across the Indonesian archipelago, sourcing 80% of dining ingredients this way. The on-site Farm Terrace garden supplies exotic herbs, fruits and vegetables that feature in daily menus.

Frequently asked questions

How many dining venues does Raffles Bali have?

The resort operates eight dining venues: Rumari, The Writers Bar, Loloan Coastal Peruvian, The Farm Terrace, Purnama Honeymoon Bale, The Secret Cave, In-Villa Barbecue and Beach Barbecue.

What type of cuisine does Chef Gaetan Biesuz prepare?

Chef Biesuz specializes in progressive Southeast Asian cuisine using seasonal ingredients, with 80% sourced from farmers across the Indonesian archipelago and additional produce from the resort's own Farm Terrace garden.

How many wine options are available at Rumari?

Rumari maintains a wine list of more than 250 labels, featuring both classic selections and wines from independent winemakers worldwide.

What makes The Secret Cave dining unique?

The Secret Cave is set within an ancient cave formation with dramatic natural architecture, lit by flickering torches to create a distinctive dining atmosphere.

Can I dine privately within my villa?

Yes. The resort offers in-villa barbecue experiences where a chef prepares meals in the comfort of your villa.

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