Restaurant
Don Fernando
Jl. Tegal Sari 41 Tibubeneng, Kerobokan, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
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Jl. Tegal Sari 41 Tibubeneng, Kerobokan, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
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Carnivores slip into this dim Kerobokan hideaway for authentic Argentine asado—no beach club noise, just hardwood embers and aged beef. The dining room carries a 1950s time-capsule hum, where tables glow under roses and candlelight while staff deliver leather-bound storybook menus. Regulars steer straight toward the skirt steak, backed by bubbling provolone, braised short rib croquettes, and a pour of Mendoza Malbec.
- Mid-Century Dining Room: Dim candlelit tables, roses, and leather-bound storybook menus create an intimate dining room reminiscent of a 1950s salon.
- Traditional Argentine Cuts: Charcoal-seared entraña skirt steak, 350g aged cuts, and bife de chorizo prepared to exacting standards.
- Classic Comfort Starters: Melted provoleta, crisp short rib croquettes, and classic beef empanadas paired with regional Argentine reds.
- Owner-Led Hospitality: Sharply dressed service backed by an Argentine chef-owner with more than two decades of culinary experience.
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Why Diners Choose Don Fernando
Authentic Argentine asado craft, moody mid-century romance, and hands-on chef hospitality—reserve your table for Bali’s premier carnivorous evening.
Traditional Asado Grill Mastery
Meats are grilled using faithful Argentine asado methods and wood-fired precision, providing discerning meat lovers with authentic flavors, visible kitchen preparation, and expertly chosen wine pairings.
the meat and preparing is traditional Asado
Jory Pauwels Steakhouse Precision in Bali
While high-caliber steak can be elusive on the island, Don Fernando consistently hits international benchmarks for crust, tenderness, and temperature on standout cuts like entraña and aged steaks.
To find properly prepared meat on the island can be a challenge, but after visiting this restaurant we are convinced it's possible!
Mina Mid-Century Time-Capsule Ambiance
Diners step out of the bustling streets into a transportive, candlelit dining room marked by vintage low lighting, fresh roses, and impeccably attired staff.
dropped in a time capsule and taken back to the 50’s with the dim lighting, the candles and rose in each table, the staff is dressed very professionally
Mr. Honest Reviews Storybook Culinary Presentation
Dinner begins with leather-bound, illustrated storybook menus that introduce the restaurant's culinary lore and heritage dishes, establishing an engaging and sophisticated tone.
They have the most unique menu I’ve ever seen. It’s an actual book with photos and an introductory story about the restaurant.
Veronika Wullenjohn Nostalgic Connection to Argentina
Classic comfort dishes such as lengua a la vinagreta, homemade croquettes, and chimichurri evoke deep emotional resonance for guests longing for the authentic flavors of home.
es un pedacito de nuestro país, pero en Bali
Victoria Pasqualino Owner-Led Hospitality & Passion
An Argentine chef-owner with over two decades of culinary dedication personally anchors the dining room, delivering genuine warmth and culinary pride to every table.
He’s an Argentinian chef with +20 years of experience in the hospitality and restaurant business, which makes a lot of sense considering what he created and that he calls his own restaurant “My baby”.
Anoshirvan Parvazi
Most popular items
Customer-favorite cuts and Argentine starters, wood-fired and served to perfection.
Skirt Steak (Entraña)
I had the skirt steak that definitely delivered in a HIGH STANDARD!
Anoshirvan Parvazi Short Rib Croquettes
We especially loved the croquettes (we have tried these in multiple countries), skirt steak, and dessert.
Veronika Wullenjohn Bife de Chorizo
Siguió un bife de chorizo que cubrió toda mi nostalgia con su punto perfecto
Victoria Pasqualino Beef Empanadas
We ordered the melted provolone, pao de queijo, beef empanadas and short ribs croquettes - all were to die for honestly
Yasmina Monzer
Other favorites
House-crafted starters, fire-roasted sides, and traditional desserts that round out the dining room experience.
Fresh Sourdough with Beef Fat Butter
We started with the fresh sourdough + beef fat butter (SOOO good)
jasmine holder Smoked Tomato Salad
I highly highly recommend ordering their tomato salad! I’ve never had anything like it! Tastes amazing.
Jade Bacciarelli Braised Short Rib Croquettes
We especially loved the croquettes (we have tried these in multiple countries)
Veronika Wullenjohn Signature Pudding
We had the pudding at the end - a must.
Yasmina Monzer
Beyond the menu
From storybook menus to tableside visits from Chef Fernando, intentional hospitality shapes every visit—reserve your table tonight.
Leather-Bound Storybook Menus
Guests explore the evening’s selections through custom leather-bound hardback books complete with photos and introductory lore about the restaurant.
Personal Hospitality from Chef Fernando
Chef-proprietor Fernando circulates through the dining room throughout the night, speaking with diners and sharing his twenty years of Argentine culinary passion.
Fresh Sourdough with Beef Fat Butter
Dinner opens with freshly baked sourdough paired with rich, house-rendered beef fat butter that highlights the kitchen's meat-centric craft.
Mid-Century Table Accents & Fresh Roses
Linens, dim atmospheric lighting, flickering tabletop candles, and fresh single roses evoke the romantic elegance of a 1950s salon.
Before you head over
Practical tips on securing your table, cut selection, and pacing your Argentine meal—book in advance for the best experience.
Reserve Ahead for Evening and Date Night Seating
With dim lighting, table candles, and a curated soundtrack, the restaurant caters directly to romantic couples and relaxed adult groups rather than young families. Advance reservations are strongly advised, as evening tables fill up quickly.
Zero In on the Skirt Steak
While cuts like the sirloin or short ribs can occasionally vary in tenderness or marbling, the signature Entraña (skirt steak) consistently earns the highest marks. Ordering it medium-rare paired with chimichurri and a glass of Malbec yields the most reliable results.
Pace Starters and Plan to Share
Rich appetizers like the melted provoleta, beef empanadas, and short rib croquettes are substantial, and mains like the milanesa are explicitly built to share. Order starters family-style to pace the rich meal and save room for the signature pudding.
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