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Sushi Restaurants in Uluwatu

By Catur Herawanto
4 min read
Sep 23, 2024
Date of Last Update: Oct 30, 2024

Finding a good sushi restaurant in Uluwatu requires some digging, even though you'll probably see many restaurants offering Japanese cuisine in Bali. However, the number of restaurants in Uluwatu is growing, including Japanese restaurants, so you no longer have to worry when the question about where to eat in Uluwatu arises.

So, whether you're in the mood for a Japanese-themed dinner in Uluwatu or simply want to explore the dining scene in the area, here's the updated 2024 list of sushi and Japanese restaurants in Uluwatu.

  • 1. Sushimi, Uluwatu

    There aren't many Japanese restaurants in Uluwatu, but Sushimi has brought an exciting concept from Japan to Indonesia: all of the delicious plates can be seen moving along a conveyor belt! Customising your sushi roll with your favourite selection, plus an option of an à la carte menu, is the magnet that draws people to Sushimi. And with branches in Seminyak and Canggu, enjoying your sushi has become even easier!

    Sushimi, Uluwatu - food and drinks overview

    Various types of rolls are available here, from Dashimaki, spicy salmon, chicken avocado, and tonkatsu pork to soft shell crab, spicy tuna, and spicy prawn. The bamboo exteriors combined with the interior with warm lights and high ceilings add a typical serene ambience characteristic of Japan, unlike anywhere else in Uluwatu.

    Detailed info about Sushimi

  • 2. KO Restaurant, Teppanyaki, and Cocktail Lounge

    KO Restaurant, Teppanyaki, and Cocktail Lounge are certainly some of the best Japanese restaurants in Bali and the must-try sushi in Uluwatu, hands down. Located within the Intercontinental Bali Resort, you can find authentic Japanese food by Chef Mitsuaki Senoo, which uses the freshest ingredients and is faithful to tradition with a little twist. The flavours at KO Restaurant are something you can't get enough of.

    Matcha, tea and sushi on the table of KO Restaurant

    Besides the legendary Rolls of Crunchy Salmon Skin Roll, Spider Roll, and the classic California Roll, other signature Japanese dishes like chicken gyoza and tempura rolls also exist. The classic sliding door with a Japanese garden outside and a fish pond will certainly add plus points to your dining experience.

    Detailed info about KO Restaurant

  • 3. Shaka Riki

    If you don't know where to eat in Uluwatu after catching the sunset or afternoon surf, Shaka Riki will give you a unique taste of modern Japanese cuisine infused with Balinese fresh ingredients and a twist of Hawaiian vibes. Located in the Bukit Peninsula close to Padang Padang and Bingin Beach, Shaka Riki is definitely a culinary destination in Uluwatu that you don't want to miss.

    Traditional japanese food and drinks from Shaka Riki

    The various sushi rolls, such as salmon and avocado rolls, teriyaki beef and zucchini rolls, and sushi katsu selections, will satisfy any sushi lover. They also have a top-notch mix of traditional and modern Japanese cuisine outside sushi, like rice, noodles, and meat selections, making Shaka Riki one of the best Japanese restaurants in Uluwatu with the most casual and quirky combo.

    Detailed info about Shaka Riki

  • 4. Uru Ramen & Sushi Garden

    Uru Ramen & Sushi Garden has established itself as one of the best sushi restaurants in Uluwatu, even though it opened in 2022. But the variety of menus, not limited to sushi rolls, is allowing Uru Rames & Sushi Garden to slowly gain popularity among foodies in Bali.

    Sushi rolls and verity cold drinks in Uru Ramen & Sushi Garden

    The open kitchen and semi-outdoor and outdoor seating make it ideal for enjoying classic hand rolls, deep-fried tools, baked rolls (we didn't even know this existed!), and special rolls. Tonkotsu Ramen and pork belly chashu are among the popular dishes at Uru Ramen & Sushi Garden.

    Detailed info about Uru Ramen & Sushi Garden

  • 5. Yuki, Uluwatu

    Yuki, Uluwatu is the epitome of a casual and luxury restaurant in Uluwatu ‒ something you don't see that often in Bali. Founded by an experienced restaurateur, chef, vegan chef, and brand strategist, Yuku, Uluwatu combines a great deal of expertise and passion. As a modern Japanese Izakaya restaurant on the island, their enthusiasm is clearly shown through the menu and the building's style.

    Yuki restaurant - gourmet japanese food and drinks on black background

    Everyone loves the tuna truffle maki roll and torched salmon at Yuki, while the vegan teriyaki pumpkins and king prawns from the charcoal grill menus get everyone raving about their deliciousness. The food and decor, including the thatched roofs and bamboo pillars and the long open kitchen, give the place a breathtaking tropical Balinese mixed with traditional Japanese style.

    Detailed info about Yuki, Uluwatu

  • 6. Sushi Ulu Wasabi

    The menus at Sushi Ulu Wasabi may be Japanese, but it is also one of the places where you can find fresh seafood in Uluwatu in many of its dishes. Located on the prime street of Labuansait, Sushi Ulu Wasabi is the place to go if you want to grab Japanese food without any fuss.

    Fresh rolls, cold drink and tea from Sushi Ulu Wasabi

    From the outside, Sushi Ulu Wasabi resembles more of a house than a Japanese restaurant, but once you sit down and try the nigiri, sashimi, or the special roll, you know it's the real deal. The restaurant's combination menu with the choice of sushi, sushi-sashimi, vegetable, or tuna-salmon is served with free miso soup! Talk about a great deal, right?

    Detailed info about Sushi Ulu Wasabi

  • 7. Rumah Sushi

    Who's going to say no to affordable Japanese food? Definitely not us and this is exactly what makes Rumah Sushi one of the top sushi spots in Uluwatu. With two other branches in Kerobokan and Denpasar, visiting Rumah Sushi has become a particularly popular trip, not only for some Japanese food enthusiasts but also even if you're a regular foodie.

    Rumah Sushi - different menu items

    Rumah Sushi is the real definition of heaven for sushi lovers, as you can find various menus of sushi here, from the ebi temaki rolls, salmon crunchy aburi rolls, Tyger rolls, and tuna crunch rolls to fried sushi rolls and vegetarian rolls. The affordable price and the authenticity of the food here are additional factors that make people always want to come back.

    Detailed info about Rumah Sushi

  • 8. Deva Sushi

    Deva Sushi is different from any restaurant on this list because it's a delivery service instead of an actual place. But there is a reason that Deva Sushi is the best food delivery in Uluwatu: the quality of their food is on par with any other restaurant, plus you get to enjoy the food in the comfort of your home or accommodation!

    Tea and sushi served on the table in Deva Sushi

    Deva Sushi offers different sets of sashimi and rolls. Whether you crave bonito rolls or tuna Philadelphia or want shrimp or unagi nigiri, they have it all. The ordering system is quite simple: choose whatever you want from the website, Grab, or Gojek, and then it will be delivered via Gojek / Grab from 12 to 10 PM every day.

    Detailed info about Deva Sushi

Expert OpinionExpert Opinion about the Best Sushi Restaurants in Uluwatu

If you really want to have sushi in Uluwatu, you no longer have to scour the internet because we've compiled some of the best Japanese restaurants in Uluwatu for you.

Whether you want to have a fancy dinner at KO Restaurant, Teppanyaki, and Lounge (which certainly earns its place as one of the best restaurants in Uluwatu) that requires you to make table bookings, or simply want to grab a quick dinner at Shaka Riki with their imported ingredients from Japan, or if you want to experience a sushi train at Sushimi, Uluwatu, now you have the options.

Uluwatu is no longer a place where you can only find local food or vibrant cafés that cater to surfers. Whilst surfing has become the DNA of Uluwatu, the Japanese and sushi restaurants in Uluwatu are gaining buzz with their specialty menus and uniqueness.

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Catur Herawanto
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Hi everyone! My name is Catur, and I was born and raised in Central Java. I moved to Bali in 2011 but left the island in 2016 before returning in 2018. Bali feels more than a home to me, and maybe that’s why my name feels like a premonition. Catur means four, both in the Balinese and Javanese languages. It is spoken like ‘c’ in chess, which is also the meaning of my name in Indonesian.

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