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The home of zingy sustenance!Call us now to book: 020 7836 2644

Welcome to Bali Bali: a truly authentic Indonesian restaurant in the heart of London's West End. Over the years we have steadily built a reputation as a venue where you can relax, enjoy excellent food and find yourself in a little part of Indonesia.
Our menu accommodates many tastes: from the firey hot to the cooly mild; vegetarians, piscaterians and carnivores (our meat is all Halal) are all catered for - as are children of all ages.
For those of you who require a quick bite, we have special set menus throughout the day.

Garlic Sotong (squid)

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Sunshine Special!

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While we're waiting for whether the weather brightens up, here's a little incentive to get some sunshine inside of you...

15% discount on all a la carte orders -

Sunday to Wednesday inclusive.

* Food only - drinks not included

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A Taste of Indonesia A quick idea of what's on the menu

  • Rijstafel: A Dutch word meaning 'rice table', consists of a number of dishes that make a good introduction to our food.
  • Sate: Often seen in other south Asian cuisines, but originally from Indonesia - which is why ours is the best!
  • Nasi Goreng: The easiest introduction to our cuisine - fried rice with a selection of meats and seafood in a mixture of mild spices.
  • Sambal: Rather hot chilli sauce - if you want more heat, ask for a side-order.
  • Rice: The best foil if you over-do the sambal - much more effective than a cold drink.
  • Everything Else: By far the most important! Your waiter will not just take your order, but will be more than willing to give you advice - on tastes, textures, amounts and more... don't be afraid to ask!

Special Menus

We always offer two special lunch menus, consisting of a nice range of dishes that have been chosen to maximise both your taste and your time.

If you're going to take in a play or film in the West End, our pre-theatre menu will provide you with enough zingy sustenance to get you through a couple of hours of culture.

For newbies fresh from the daily grind, leave your thinking caps at the door and choose the Rijstafel Special: a luxurious mix of some of Indonesia's best-loved dishes.

We can also accommodate parties of between six and fifty hungry people - just pop in for a chat, tell us your budget, number of vegetarians/picky eaters and anything else that's relevant, and we'll put together a menu that's perfect for your event.

Bookings: 020 7836 2644

Indonesian CuisineCall us now to book: 020 7836 2644

Of course, the best and only way to find out what Indonesian food is like is to get some inside you. We would be the first to admit that actually being in Indonesia is the very best way to do that... but you would probably be the first to admit that London's West End is a tad closer. And our cooking is pretty damn close to what we eat back home.

It is what you eat A brief description of Indonesian cuisine

Many people, when asked to describe Indonesian food, will say, "It's a cross between Indian and Chinese." A bit like saying that a tiger is a cross between a cat and a zebra.

All tastes are catered for: carnivores, vegetarians, piscetarians - some grilled, some fried, some gently stewed. And all delicious. OK, so some of the food is hot - but that's a legacy of the Europeans (bringing chillies from south America). Like most cuisines, Indonesian has many influences - yes, Chinese and Indian, but also Dutch, Malay, Portugese, middle eastern... and even a little English, if you look close enough.
Talking of chilli heat, we always recommend that our diners choose a balanced meal: some hot, some mild, some spicy and some tangy. If you find that your meal is not as spicy as you would like, ask for some Sambal sauce - very hot, but pungent and aromatic, too. Oh, and rice (not water) is the best cure for an over indulgence in chilli.
If you are new to our food, please ask a waiter for help. Also, our special lunch-time and pre-theatre menus are a great introduction. Even better, bring a few friends, so you can all sample a few dishes - BaliBali is a fun and enjoyable restaurant: great for parties, but also perfect for a quiet meal.

Important!

We cannot guarantee that any of our dishes do not contain nuts. If you have a nut allergy, we're afraid our restaurant is not appropriate.

Talking with your mouth fullSome snippets from around the web

  • "I went to this restaurant with my boyfriend who is Indonesian. I must say, I was truly impressed with the food at Bali Bali.
    - Alba Leader, London Eating 2011 9.4/10
  • Stumbled across this place and wasn't disappointed.
    The place was buzzing with staff and food appearing from all angles. Highly recommeded.
    - Trip Advisor, 2011
  • Superb food - a really good authentic Laksa, tasty Beef rendange, and rotis to die for! Its not the most glamourous place, but for fabulous authentic food, and lovely smiley fun staff, I would heartily recommend it.
    - FG, Top Table 2011
  • I visited Bali Bali along with 12 of my colleagues. The food was hot and spicy and very tasty. The flavours were very authentic and the service was impeccable.
    - Afsheen Qureshi, London Eating 2011 9.2/10
  • "I am Indonesian and all I can say about this food is that this is the REAL DEAL!!
    - Mrs Asghar, October 2010

 

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Address: 150 Shaftesbury Avenue
London WC2H 8HL
Bookings: 020 7836 2644
Opening Times:
Monday - Friday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:30 - 23:30
Saturday: 12:00 - 23:30
Sunday: 17:30 - 23:30
Note that the kitchen closes about thirty minutes before the restaurant: please give us plenty of time to cook your meal.
Nearest Tube stations: Leicester Square, Covent Garden

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  • Opening times:
    Monday - Friday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:30 - 23:30
    Saturday: 12:00 - 23:30
    Sunday: 17:30 - 23:30
    Note that the kitchen closes about thirty minutes before the restaurant closes: please give us plenty of time to cook your meal.