You have spent the morning at Balangan — the pale sand, the clear water, the long left-hand break — and now you are hungry. The question of where to eat near Balangan comes up for almost every visitor to this part of Uluwatu, and the answer is simpler than the search makes it look. AMA by Ours is the closest full-service Mediterranean restaurant to Balangan and Bingin, and it is by a significant margin the most worthwhile meal in the area for both lunch and dinner.
This guide covers what AMA by Ours offers, when to go, what to order, and how to get there from Balangan and the surrounding .
Where Is AMA by Ours Relative to Balangan ?
AMA by Ours is located in Uluwatu, on the Bukit Peninsula of Bali. From Balangan , the restaurant is a short drive — typically 5 to 10 minutes by scooter or car depending on your exact starting point. From Bingin , the journey is similarly short, making AMA by Ours the natural choice for anyone based at either who wants a proper meal without leaving the Bukit Peninsula.
The Bukit Peninsula is compact, and most of its Balangan, Bingin, Dreamland, Padang Padang — are within a 10–15 minute radius of each other. AMA by Ours sits centrally enough to be accessible from all of them, which is why it has become the go-to restaurant for visitors staying across the southern Bukit.
| Getting there from the From Balangan — approx. 5–10 min by scooterFrom Bingin — approx. 5–10 min by scooterFrom Dreamland — approx. 10 minFrom Padang Padang — approx. 10–15 minFrom Seminyak / Canggu — approx. 30–45 minView location: Ama By Ours |
Why AMA by Ours Is the Best Restaurant Near Balangan
Most eating options directly around Balangan and Bingin are small warungs or simple cafes — good for a cold drink or a quick bite after surfing, but not the right setting for a proper meal. If you want food that is worth the drive rather than the default nearest option, AMA by Ours is the clear step up.
The restaurant is built around a Mediterranean identity — Greek and Italian influences expressed through a kitchen that makes everything in-house. The homemade pasta, the wood-fired dishes, the considered cocktail programme, and a menu that runs from a brunch spread through to a full dinner service all sit within a space that feels genuinely designed rather than assembled. It is a restaurant, not a shack with an expanded menu.
For visitors spending multiple days near Balangan or Bingin, AMA by Ours tends to become a daily anchor — morning coffee and brunch, a lunch bowl, or a dinner that turns into the evening.
Lunch Near Balangan : What to Order
Lunch at AMA by Ours runs from 11am. The lunch menu is a full service — not a reduced midday offering. The same kitchen that runs dinner is producing lunch, and the full range of bites, sharing plates, salads, bowls, sandwiches, homemade pasta, and mains is available.
Best lunch dishes
| Dish | Description | IDR (k) |
| Souvilak | chicken or beef, rice, greek salad, hummus, yogurt, flatbread — the most complete lunch plate | 135/175 |
| Salt & pepper squid | jalapeño green goddess, chipotle aioli — a strong shared starter | 78 |
| Hummus | chickpeas, olive oil, wood fired flatbread — good for sharing between two | 78 |
| Chicken parm | mozzarella, spiced tomato, baby broccoli, basil | 135 |
| Tuscan chicken | creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, potato, flatbread | 145 |
| Grilled snapper | broccoli, brown butter, tomato, capers | 185 |
| Grass-fed tenderloin | rosemary butter, shoe string fries — the premium lunch main | 325 |
Lunch pasta — made in-house
| Pasta | Description | IDR (k) |
| Fettuccine boscaiola | creamy mushroom sauce, spicy sausage — the most accessible pasta on the menu | 125 |
| Truffled ricotta ravioli | truffle butter, parmesan, black pepper | 165 |
| Wood oven lasagna | beef bolognese, bechamel, ricotta — finished in the wood oven | 155 |
| Linguini prawns | spicy nduja butter, cherry tomato | 175 |
Lunch bowls — the post-option
| Bowl | Description | IDR (k) |
| Poke bowl | tuna or salmon, avocado, cucumber, rice, furikake, mayo | 145/185 |
| Crispy salmon bowl | sushi rice, avocado, carrots, cabbage, cucumber, dried nori | 185 |
| Protein bowl | ground beef, eggs, cottage cheese, avo, sweet potato, hummus, greens | 125 |
| Chicken caesar | parmesan, lettuce, mollica crumbles — add egg +10k | 98 |
| Best lunch order for two near BalanganShare: hummus + salt & pepper squidMains: souvilak + fettuccine boscaiolaDrinks: cold press juice + flat whiteTotal food approx: 380–430k for two before drinks, service, and tax.View full lunch menu: amabyours.com/menu/ |
Dinner Near Balangan : The Full Evening Experience
Dinner at AMA by Ours begins at 5pm and is where the restaurant operates at its fullest. If you are spending the evening near Balangan or Bingin and want something more than the standard area options, this is the dinner worth planning your evening around.
For a romantic dinner for two, a group celebration, or simply the best meal of your Bali trip, the dinner menu covers small plates, the wood-fired grill, homemade pasta, and a dessert programme that holds up. Read the full dinner and private dining guide for a more detailed breakdown of what an evening at AMA by Ours looks like.
Dinner highlights
| Dish | Description | IDR (k) |
| Tokusan wagyu picanha | bone marrow, bordelaise sauce — the flagship dinner dish | 445 |
| Grass-fed tenderloin | rosemary butter, shoe string fries | 325 |
| Halloumi saganaki | pomegranate, rucula, spicy honey — best small plate to start | 90 |
| Spicy tiger prawns | nduja butter, chipotle sauce | 135 |
| Wagyu tartare | tonato, capers, crispy sourdough | 125 |
| Grilled snapper | broccoli, brown butter, tomato, capers | 185 |
| Butterscotch pudding | creme fraiche, salted caramel — the most-ordered dessert | 125 |
| Tiramisu | whipped mascarpone, cacao powder | 120 |
Dinner drinks: cocktails worth ordering
| Cocktail | Ingredients | IDR (k) |
| Lychee negroni | lychee infused tequila, campari, sweet vermouth | 185 |
| Aperol spritz | aperol, sparkling wine, soda, orange | 165 |
| Passion mojito | vodka, lime, mint, passion fruit | 140 |
| Ours margarita | tequila, lime, cucumber, salt | 125 |
| Espresso martini | vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso — the post-dinner closer | 145 |
Brunch Near Balangan : The Slow Morning Option
If you are near Balangan or Bingin in the morning, AMA by Ours is also the best option for a slow brunch. The kitchen serves its full brunch menu from opening until 3pm — Mediterranean-influenced breakfast and brunch dishes alongside a full coffee programme, smoothies, and cold press juices.
The pastrami benedict, Turkish poached eggs, and truffle scramble are the three most-ordered brunch dishes. The make-your-own breaky tapas option (3 pieces for 69k) is the most flexible choice for a light post-morning.
| Service | Hours | Best for |
| Brunch | Open – 3pm | Post- mornings, late risers, slow starts |
| Lunch | 11am – close | Midday meals, bowls, pasta, lighter mains |
| Dinner | 5pm – close | Full evening, wood-fired grill, couples, celebrations |
| Pizza Mondays | Mon 6–10pm | All-you-can-eat pizza, pasta, salads — 195k p/p |
What Makes AMA by Ours Different From Other Restaurants Near Balangan
The Bukit Peninsula has no shortage of places to eat — but the gap between a warung and a restaurant with a genuine kitchen is significant. Here is what sets AMA by Ours apart from the other options near Balangan and Bingin.
| What others offer | What AMA by Ours offers |
| Standard Indonesian café menu | Mediterranean kitchen — Greek and Italian influences, made in-house |
| Dried pasta or no pasta | 5 homemade pasta dishes, gluten-free option on all |
| Limited drinks — beer and juice | Full cocktail programme, wine list, coffee bar, cold press juices |
| Kitchen closes early | Brunch until 3pm, lunch from 11am, dinner from 5pm |
| No booking system | Online reservations at amabyours.com/book/ |
| facing casual setup | Designed interior — suited to both a quick lunch and a long dinner |
Planning Your Visit from Balangan or Bingin
A few practical points for anyone coming from the to AMA by Ours:
- By scooter — the most common way to get around the Bukit. From Balangan, follow the main Bukit road toward Uluwatu. The journey is 5–10 minutes.
- By car or driver — most accommodation near Balangan and Bingin can arrange a driver. Worth organising for a dinner visit if you plan to have drinks.
- Walk-ins welcome — for brunch and lunch, walk-ins are generally fine. For dinner on weekends or for a special occasion, book ahead.
- Parking — scooter and car parking is available at AMA by Ours.
| Visit AMA by Ours from Balangan or Bingin View the full menu: Menu Book a table: Book Restaurant info: Ama By Ours Brunch until 3pm | Lunch from 11am | Dinner from 5pm | Uluwatu, Bali |
Why AMA by Ours Is the Best Restaurant Near Balangan
- The closest full-service Mediterranean restaurant to Balangan and Bingin — 5–10 minutes by scooter.
- Open across all meal services: brunch, lunch, and dinner.
- A menu that covers every appetite — from a quick post-bowl to a full wood-fired grill dinner.
- Homemade pasta, in-house desserts, and a wood-fired oven that most restaurants in the area cannot match.
- A genuine cocktail programme and wine list — not just beer and spirits.
- Online booking available for dinner reservations and special occasions.
- The most considered dining experience on the southern Bukit Peninsula.
Final Thoughts
If you are near Balangan or Bingin and looking for a proper meal — whether it is a slow morning brunch, a post-surf lunch, or a dinner worth making an occasion — AMA by Ours is the answer. It is close, it is consistent, and the kitchen produces food that holds up every time.
Browse the full menu and book your table before you arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant near Balangan?
AMA by Ours in Uluwatu is the best full-service restaurant near Balangan . It is a 5–10 minute drive from the , serves brunch, lunch, and dinner, and offers a Mediterranean menu with homemade pasta, wood-fired grill dishes, and a full cocktail programme. View the menu at Menu.
How far is AMA by Ours from Balangan?
AMA by Ours is approximately 5–10 minutes from Balangan by scooter or car. It is located in Uluwatu on the Bukit Peninsula, making it easily accessible from Balangan, Bingin, Dreamland, and Padang Padang.
Is there a good restaurant near Bingin ?
Yes. AMA by Ours is one of the closest proper restaurants to Bingin , and it is by far the most complete dining option in the area. The menu covers brunch, lunch, and dinner with a Mediterranean kitchen and full drinks programme. Reserve at Book/.
What food is available near Balangan?
There are small warungs and cafes near Balangan suitable for a drink or a quick bite. For a full meal — homemade pasta, grilled meat, Mediterranean dishes, cocktails and wine — AMA by Ours in Uluwatu is the best nearby option. Browse the full menu.
Does AMA by Ours serve lunch?
Yes. Lunch at AMA by Ours is available from 11am and includes the full menu: bites, to-share plates, salads, brunch bowls, sandwiches, homemade pasta, and mains. The kitchen is running at the same level as dinner service.
Can I book a dinner near Balangan?
Yes. AMA by Ours takes online reservations for dinner at Book. Dinner service begins at 5pm. Walk-ins are welcome when space allows, but advance booking is recommended for weekends and special occasions.
Is AMA by Ours good for a group lunch or dinner near Bingin?
Yes. AMA by Ours works well for groups of any size. The menu has enough range for different preferences, the to-share starters are well-suited to group dining, and the restaurant can accommodate special occasions with advance notice. Book at Book.