Restaurant
Kayo Manis
Jl. Danau Tandakan No.6, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80225, Indonesia
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Jl. Danau Tandakan No.6, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80225, Indonesia
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Tucked just off the busy Sanur strip, this dinner spot turns out refined French-leaning plates at neighborhood prices. The kitchen plates crisp duck confit with orange sauce, bacon-wrapped pork loin, and fresh seafood risotto without pretense. Diners praise the paced sequence of house-baked bread, unbilled amuse-bouches, and palate-cleansing sorbet between courses. It operates strictly for dinner with an open kitchen and an air-conditioned room flanking a pocket garden, finishing meals with black sticky rice pudding and Balinese coffee.
- Complimentary Courses: Every dinner includes warm house-baked bread, a chef starter, and refreshing sorbet at no extra charge.
- Intimate Garden Setting: Features a quiet air-conditioned dining room alongside an open kitchen and a lush pocket garden.
- French-Leaning Dinners: Serves classic duck confit, beef tenderloin, and seafood risotto with approachable, casual warmth.
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Key Advantages of Dining at Kayo Manis
Why diners in Sanur choose Kayo Manis for refined evening dinners, curated hospitality, and quiet ambiance.
Expertly Executed French-Influenced Mains
The kitchen delivers classical French and European preparations like duck confit, grilled pork loin wrapped in bacon, risotto, and beef sirloin with nuanced sauces and refined plating.
For mains, the duck confit was superb—tender, flavorful, and served with a generous slice of roasted pumpkin that echoed the sweetness of the soup.
Caloy Abad Santos Accommodating Dietary & Gluten-Free Care
Guests with celiac disease or distinct dietary preferences receive careful accommodations and attentive kitchen adjustments without compromising dish flavor or presentation.
They also offer excellent gluten free options- ideal for my wife who is coeliac.
David Kalleske Complimentary Amuse-Bouche & Sorbet Courses
Dinners are elevated with multiple unbilled touches throughout the meal, starting with house-baked bread and savory amuse-bouches and finishing with refreshing palate-cleansing sorbet.
they provide free little extras like a starter croquette, free warmed bread and after the meal a refreshing sorbet..
peter roper Direct Chef Greetings & Open Kitchen Warmth
Hospitality extends beyond the floor team, featuring warm personal greetings and table visits from the chef and a visible open kitchen brigade on display.
Beautiful staff and all welcomed us and the chef came out to say thankyou.
Rebecca Edwards Tucked-Away Tranquility Off the Main Strip
Positioned just off Sanur's main tourist thoroughfare, the dining room offers an intimate escape from busy streets, featuring a peaceful pocket garden setting.
The atmosphere was incredibly quiet and peaceful - perfect for a relaxed dinner.
Jake Cool Air-Conditioned Sanctuary
Unlike typical open-air tropical dining spaces, Kayo Manis provides a dedicated enclosed, air-conditioned dining area alongside its pocket garden for cool evening comfort.
There’s a small enclosed, air-conditioned area with about four tables, while the rest of the restaurant feels airy and relaxed, thanks to a lovely pocket garden along one side.
Caloy Abad Santos
Most popular items
Signature French-fusion mains prepared to fine-dining standards
Duck confit
For mains, the duck confit was superb—tender, flavorful, and served with a generous slice of roasted pumpkin that echoed the sweetness of the soup.
Caloy Abad Santos Pork loin
the pork loin with bacon was mouth watering.
Cara Suiter Beef tenderloin
For mains, we had the prawn risotto, beef tenderloin, and salmon, all of which were superb—10/10.
David Blancada Surf N turf
Surf N turf was outstanding.
Dos O’Flynn
Other favorites
Carefully crafted starters and desserts to begin and conclude your evening
Cream of pumpkin soup
Easily one of the best pumpkin soups I’ve had.
Caloy Abad Santos Tomato and mozzarella appetizer
the mozzarella was lightly grilled on top of the tomatoes, giving it a lovely texture and depth of flavor. Both appetizers were fantastic.
Caloy Abad Santos Black sticky rice pudding
The black sticky rice pudding with coconut milk, served with coconut ice cream, was beautifully presented and deeply satisfying, with clear coconut notes throughout.
Caloy Abad Santos Apple spring roll
We also had the apple spring roll with vanilla ice cream—great contrast of textures.
Caloy Abad Santos
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitable extras and personalized touches that elevate dinner in Sanur
Complimentary Amuse-Bouche, Bread, and Sorbet
Guests are welcomed with complimentary courses including warm house-made bread, an amuse-bouche starter, and a palate-cleansing sorbet or coconut ice cream to conclude the meal.
Personal Chef Table Visits and Warm Hospitality
The chef frequently visits tables to greet diners personally and check on their meals, with kitchen and floor staff greeting and bidding guests farewell.
Attentive Dietary and Gluten-Free Accommodations
Kitchen and service staff readily cater to dietary preferences, with the chef stepping in to personally accommodate needs like celiac-safe gluten-free dining.
Surprise Birthday Celebrations
When visiting for birthdays or milestone celebrations, staff deliver surprise celebrations, presenting desserts complete with candles and heartfelt congratulations.
Before you head over
Practical planning advice on timing, seating, dietary options, and multi-course pacing at Kayo Manis.
Evening-Only Hours & Reservations
The restaurant operates exclusively for evening service from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Reserve ahead, especially during peak dinner hours or if you prefer a table in the small four-table air-conditioned indoor room.
Dietary Needs & Gluten-Free Options
Diners with celiac disease or specific dietary restrictions can request customized dishes; the kitchen and service staff actively adapt recipes and offer dedicated gluten-free options.
Pacing for Complimentary Courses
Pace your ordering knowing that meals come with complimentary extras, including warm house-baked bread, an amuse-bouche, and a palate-cleansing sorbet before or after dessert.
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