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ARUM Asian Restaurant
Kawasan Pariwisata ITDC Lot. 1, Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
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Kawasan Pariwisata ITDC Lot. 1, Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
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Pair vibrant pan-Asian flavors with live Balinese theater set right over tranquil resort lotus ponds. Dinner doubles as an intimate cultural stage—dancers perform traditional Kecak, Barong, and Ramayana routines in the center room while skewers of satay combination and wok-tossed pad thai hit the tables. Diners consistently note how thoughtfully the kitchen handles severe dietary needs, reworking curries and stir-fries to be strictly gluten-free, nut-free, or dialed back on heat. Meals close out over tropical passion fruit and coconut panna cotta as the gamelan beats softly in the background.
- Cultural Dinner Theater: Evenings feature central stage performances of Kecak, Barong, and Ramayana alongside traditional live music.
- Attentive Allergy Accommodations: The kitchen routinely customizes pan-Asian recipes for gluten-free, peanut-free, and tree nut-free dining without sacrificing spice balance.
- Pondside Resort Setting: Overlooks peaceful lotus ponds within the resort grounds, serving regional specialties from satay skewers to tropical panna cotta.
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Why Choose ARUM Asian Restaurant
Pan-Asian dining paired with authentic Balinese dance theater and attentive dietary accommodations
Center-Stage Balinese Cultural Theater
Diners enjoy an immersive theatrical experience featuring authentic dances such as the Kecak, Ramayana, and Barong staged right at the center of the dining room alongside live musical accompaniment.
Actors perform a play on the stage which is located at the center of this restaurant. Live music and dance, very nice.
Yosuke Captivating Dinner and Performance Backdrop
The rotating nightly cultural performances create an engaging backdrop that transforms an evening meal into a captivating showcase of local arts and traditions.
One of the highlights of the evening was the traditional Balinese dancing, which was absolutely fantastic and provided a beautiful backdrop while we enjoyed our meal.
Joseph Ettridge Dedicated Gluten-Free Adaptation
The kitchen customizes pan-Asian specialties to safely cater to strict dietary profiles, including dedicated gluten-free preparations without compromising authentic taste.
My glutenfree dinner included Larb Gai, Pad Thai and Tropical Panna Cotta and was really tasty!
Andrea Diedrich Attentive Nut-Free and Allergy Tailoring
Service staff proactively consult on allergen restrictions, modifying dishes to be entirely nut-free, peanut-free, and adjusted to preferred spice intensities.
La comida la adaptaron a opciones sin gluten sin nueces y sin cacahuetes.
Maria Nieto Colmenero Celebratory Milestones with Personal Touches
Attentive, warm hospitality and scenic pond surroundings provide a tranquil atmosphere suited for memorable milestone celebrations with personal touches like birthday cakes.
It was my husband's birthday, and the staff could not have made it more special. They delivered us a cake and all sung happy birthday too!
Amber Thompson Shared Group Dining Experiences
Spacious seating arrangements and convivial hospitality make the dining theater format ideal for gatherings of friends and travel groups seeking shared memories.
Our waitstaff Ade and Hendra were entertaining, funny and lovely. We had a great evening here as a group or 5!
Steph Mark
Most popular items
Guest-favorite pan-Asian specialties crafted to complement an immersive cultural evening
Pad Thai
the Pad Thai is delicious
Joao Nuno Andrade Tropical Panna Cotta
Tropical Panna Cotta and was really tasty!
Andrea Diedrich Indonesian beef cheek
I recommend the Indonesian beef cheek.
Min Thu Maung Vietnamese pork salad
my favourites were the Vietnamese pork salad and the pad Thai.
Samantha Scott
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful culinary adaptations, cultural warmth, and celebratory hospitality that elevate your dinner theater experience.
Proactive Allergen Inquiries & Customizations
Waitstaff greet tables by proactively asking for dietary restrictions and seamlessly adapting recipes for strict gluten-free, peanut-free, and nut-free needs.
Celebratory Birthday Cake & Serenade
Guests marking milestones are treated to a celebratory cake delivered to the table alongside a personalized birthday serenade from the team.
Balinese Cultural Storytelling & Language Sharing
Staff share local culture at the table, taking time to explain dance storylines and teach diners Balinese words during service.
Tailored Spice-Level Preparations
Dishes are thoughtfully tailored upon request to moderate traditional heat levels without compromising pan-Asian flavors.
Before you head over
Practical dining tips for timing dinner shows and customizing pan-Asian dishes
Time Dinner Around the Nightly Show
Traditional Balinese performances such as the Kecak, Barong, and Ramayana run for about 40 minutes and take place on the center stage during dinner service, so time your seating around the shows.
Request Custom Allergen Modifications
Notify your servers right away about gluten, peanut, or tree nut allergies; the culinary team adapts Asian dishes like Pad Thai, Larb Gai, and panna cotta to strict requirements.
Adjust Spice Levels Upon Ordering
Traditional Balinese dishes carry significant heat, but the kitchen accommodates milder palates across the menu upon request if you prefer dishes prepared less spicy.
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