Canggu is probably one of the best areas in Bali for food lovers. There are so many coffee shops and restaurants serving almost every international cuisine.
If your mouth starts watering when you hear chicken tikka masala and you are a big fan of Indian food, we have good news for you – Canggu has some of the best indian restaurants in Bali.
As big foodies, we love trying different cuisines and staples of every region. These are our favourite indian restaurants in Canggu, making traditional recipes and introducing authentic indian food to the tourists in Bali.
13 Best Indian Restaurants Canggu: Flavour, Spices, And Comfort Food On A Plate
Monsoon Restaurant
Monsoon is the top 5-star restaurant in the whole of Bali with the best indian food, party vibes, and views.
Located right at the FINNS Beach Club, it has an ocean view, access to swimming pools and bars, but most importantly, authentic indian cuisine.
Must-try dishes are lamb rogan josh, paneer tikka masala, and classic butter chicken. And if you’re not in the mood for Indian, Monsoon serves a wide range of dishes from 10 different cuisines.
Please note that this is an adults-only restaurant.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Berawa No.99x, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Monsoon
Mokshu Vegetarian Cuisine
Mokshu vegetarian cuisine brings to the table authentic recipes from Jain and Indian cuisine, but without any meat. The owners are Jain, which means all the food is authentic and clean.
Bestsellers here are Birayani rice, Malay Kofta (cottage cheese dumplings), and vegetarian butter chicken. Portions are more than generous, and roti are soft and fresh.
The interiors are simple, cozy, and modern, and prices a very reasonable.
Where Is It? Jl. Canggu Permai No.1, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Indian Vegetarian Thali by Mokshu
This restaurant makes vegetarian dishes with authentic Indian flavours right next to Berawa Beach. It is the sister restaurant of Mokshu Vegetarian Cuisine.
They specialise in the traditional way of serving food – as a big set of small plates with different dishes, rice, naan bread or roti, sauces, and condiments, called thali.
Pair it with a silky smooth Lassi for a complete meal. The big lunch set will only cost bout 150,000 IDR (15 AUD).
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Berawa, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Chai’Ba Street Kitchen
Confirmed by Indian visitors, this spot knows how to achieve authentic flavors with local ingredients and make Indian food taste exactly like if it was made by an Indian grandma.
Great selection of traditional dishes, big portions, and rich, filling food. What else do we need for a cozy night out?
Absolute hits here are lamb curry, butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, garlic naan, cheesy naan, and mango lassi. It isn’t just a meal, you will be craving it again the next day!
The kitchen just recently introduced a few 100% vegan dishes, too, for those sticking to a plant-based diet.
Chai’Ba also has a restaurant in Seminyak.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Berawa No.99, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Spice Journey
Spice Journey is one of the incredible indian restaurants around Berawa with plenty of food to choose from for meat lovers, vegans, and vegetarians. They are happy to accommodate a special request, too, all without sacrificing the authentic taste of Indian cuisine.
The menu is impressive: lots of yummy snacks, meals with mutton, fish, prawns, and veggies, dishes with lemon rice and curries, and a variety of familiar Western and typical Indian drinks.
Our desi food favourites here are fish curry, samosas, parotta (flatbread from South India), and daal.
Where Is It? Jalan Raya Semat, Br. Tegal Gundul, Desa Tibubeneng Berawa, Canggu, Kab. Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Spice Journey
Indian Curry Center
Experience Indian street food at Berawa Kitchen food court.
This Indian restaurant makes comfort food the way Indian aunties make it: rich and flavourful butter chicken, paneer butter masala, and other dishes are cooked by Indian chefs. The menu is limited as the kitchen is small, but it has all the crowd favourites.
Every order comes with garlic or butter naan and a bowl of rice.
Easy solution for weeknight dinner, plus you can order the food via one of the delivery apps.
Where Is It? Berawa kitchen canggu, Jl. Raya Semat No.8, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Indian Curry Center
Balistan Indian Restaurant
Modern Indian restaurant in Canggu where chef Trilok is really making a name for himself serving delicious Indian food.
Highlights of the menu we recommend trying: chicken biryani, signature mutton biryani, chicken tikka masala, chai, and palak paneer. They have a special vegetarian menu, too.
When ordering, opt for the traditional Jeera rice – it is rice cooked with cumin seeds, incredibly flavorful!
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Berawa No.288, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Nana Sans Tandoori Kitchen
A small cozy spot serving you Indian home cooking. Delicious butter chicken, both classic style and with a modern twist – in a wrap or a pizza, garlic and coconut naan, and rich vegetarian curries.
The chargrilled meats will amaze your taste buds! A true hidden gem on one of the busiest streets in Canggu.
If you’d rather not drive through Raya Canggu, you can easily order Indian food from this restaurant on Gojek or Grab.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Canggu, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Online: Instagram
Red Gunpowder
An upscale Indian restaurant in Pererenan for a truly authentic dining experience. Perfect for a date or night out with friends!
The restaurant is known best for its clay pot curries: vindaloo with slow-cooked pork belly, vegan korma, spicy chicken methi, and a lot more delicious food.
The Indian-inspired cocktails and desserts are worth a special mention and are simply delicious and so unique in flavours!
Where Is It? Jl. Munduk Tengah No.6, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Online: Red Gunpowder
Rize Bali
For a brunch with Indian flair, spiced cocktails, and amazing Indian food, you have to try RiZE Cafe if you’re staying in Pererenan.
The menu features classic dishes like dahl and organ josh curry, alongside some creative meals inspired by Western dishes, like comforting naan-burgers or wagyu kebabs.
We highly recommend kefir drinks or masala chai to go with your food.
The spot is amazing for friends’ gatherings, and the service is always on point.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Pererenan No.150, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Online: Instagram
Roti Canai Street Kitchen
A cheap eats spot with a laid-back atmosphere to grab a plain roti or something more filling. They have a whole menu of different roti variations, from savoury options to something sweet like peanut butter roti.
Apart from roti, they actually serve more delicious Indian cuisine – curries, roti wraps, and some Western classics like smoothie bowls and salads, both vegetarian and with meat.
The portions here are smaller than in other Indian restaurants in Canggu.
Where Is It? Jl. Munduk Catu, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Online: Instagram
Aunty Ji’s
Another great spot to try Indian food in Bali is Aunty Ji’s. Vibrant interiors and an amazing location on one of the main streets in Canggu make this restaurant a popular choice for lunch and dinner.
The menu has all the favourites from Indian cuisine: masala dosa, pani puri for times you feel snack-ish, spicy meat and vegetarian dishes in tandoor, curries, thali-style lunches, and more.
To top it all up, you will enjoy the selection of chai and lassi drinks on the menu. If you like sweets, please do yourself a favour and try their famous milk cake!
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.83, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Online: Aunty Ji’s
Annapurna Canggu Indian Restaurant
A modern Indian kitchen, a bit outside central Canggu, open till late hours. Serves North and South Indian meals.
Mutton biryani with Indian basmati rice, Paneer Butter Masala, classic Aloo Palak (potatoes and spinach), and filling rice bowls are the best Indian dishes to try here. If we are to choose one dish to recommend, it would be Yogurt Marinated Paneer Tikka cooked in a tandoor.
In the morning, they serve a Western breakfast, too, with a choice of smoothie bowls, eggs, and crepes.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Babakan Canggu No.33, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Online: Instagram
Final Thoughts on Best Indian Food in Canggu
To experience authentic Indian cuisine, you don’t have to travel far from Canggu! In fact, you are spoiled for choice, from the Monsoon coastal Indian restaurant that beats other Indian restaurants in Bali, to small eateries serving soulful Indian cuisine.
For a night out, comfort food is perfect, as most Indian restaurants in Canggu are open till midnight, plus, there are amazing options for both vegans and omnivores who love desi food.