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Pondok Bakar

8F9Q+HG4, Jl. Raya Toya Pakeh - Ped, Kp. Toyapakeh, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia

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8F9Q+HG4, Jl. Raya Toya Pakeh - Ped, Kp. Toyapakeh, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia

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HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pondok Bakar

Catch-of-the-day fish grilled to order and fragrant home-style Indonesian cooking anchor this unpretentious spot run by local women. Travelers and dive guides crowd the tables for charcoal-blistered red snapper and ayam bakar—with chili heat calibrated to order, from gentle to fiery Bali spice. Meals come straight out of a spotless open kitchen, plated alongside hot rice and cah kangkung, with straightforward pricing that leaves off the usual extra tax and service markups.

  • Catch-of-the-day fish: Daily local catches like red snapper are chosen fresh and grilled to order over charcoal, sometimes smoked in banana leaf.
  • Transparent open kitchen: Guests watch meals prepared to order in a visible, transparent open kitchen run entirely by local women.
  • Custom spice levels: The kitchen easily adjusts chili and spice intensity on request, accommodating both mild palates and full Bali heat.
  • Halal and clear pricing: Fully halal-certified cooking with all-inclusive pricing that omits hidden service charges or tax markups at checkout.
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Why Diners Choose Pondok Bakar

Authentic home-cooked Indonesian seafood, made-to-order grilling, and welcoming hospitality in Nusa Penida.

  • Daily Catch-of-the-Day Grilled to Order

    Guests can choose from available fresh catches of the day like red snapper and local fish, grilled fresh to order over coals.

    I loved the grilled fish and got the small portion of the catch of the day.

    Veronica Ferguson

  • Transparent Inclusive Pricing Without Hidden Surcharges

    Dishes include transparent, all-inclusive pricing without unexpected government tax or service fee additions at checkout.

    One nice thing is they don’t have the typical ‘Tax and Service charge’ that most places charge and simply include it in the price, which for us is so nice to see!

    Dylan Brown

  • Visible and Open Kitchen Preparation

    A visibly clean, open kitchen setup allows guests to watch dishes prepared freshly right before their eyes.

    The kitchen is very clean, and you can directly see the staff cooking (very transparent).

    Alice Tsang

  • Customized Heat and Chili Levels

    The cooks easily adjust heat levels for every dish upon request, accommodating preferences from mild to authentic local spice.

    They can adjust the amount of chilli on request.

    R

  • Dedicated Women-Run Halal Dining

    The women-led Muslim kitchen provides dependable, fully halal-prepared seafood and local Indonesian specialties.

    Turned out to be the best HALAL Muslim-run restaurant in Nusa Penida hands down.

    Valentijn

  • Warm, Family-Style Indonesian Hospitality

    Visitors are welcomed with attentive, familial warmth that makes dining feel just like enjoying an authentic home-cooked meal.

    Imagine you have three very loving Indonesian mothers cooking you delicious food after a very long day....that's this place.

    Basel Amer

Fresh seafood and authentic Indonesian home-cooked specialties made to order

  • Grilled Fish

    The grilled fish it’s amazing.

    Marçal Trulls

  • Ayam Gulai

    especially the Ayam Gulai was a favorite.

    Christina B

  • Grilled Chicken

    Well, this grilled chicken leg and thigh is right up there with the grilled fish.

    Alan Schwartz

  • Nasi Goreng

    We ordered the fish, the ayam gulai and the nasi goreng. We were all very pleased with our food.

    R

Other favorites

Vegetable sides, appetizers, and refreshing fruit drinks to complement your meal

  • Cah Kangkung

    the vegetable dish with spinach Cah kankung was tasteful.

    Christina B

  • Fried Tofu

    I highly recommend the fried tofu and cah kangkung—both were excellent!

    Quang Trần

  • Mango Smoothie

    The mango smoothies was like drinking a rich, full flavoured mango.

    Christina B

  • Lemon Tea

    Even the lemon tea was very refreshing.

    Valentijn

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitality and culinary touches from the kitchen at Pondok Bakar

  • Directly Visible Kitchen Preparation

    Meals are prepared in an open, visible kitchen where guests can directly observe the cooks preparing each dish to order in a clean, sanitary space.

  • Daily Market Catch Selection

    Diners choose their grilled fish directly from whatever fresh local varieties were landed that day, such as fresh red snapper smoked in banana leaves.

  • Custom Spice Heat Calibration

    Guests can tailor chili heat levels to their personal preference, from authentic fiery local spice to completely mild or non-spicy preparations.

  • All-Inclusive Menu Pricing

    Base menu prices are fully inclusive of all charges, omitting the standard added percentage for tax and service at final bill payment.

Before you head over

Essential tips for ordering fresh catches, adjusting heat levels, and timing your meal

  • Arrive Early for Daily Catch

    The catch of the day is sourced daily in limited supply and can sell out, so arrive earlier or visit during lunch for the widest selection of fresh fish.

  • Customize Your Spice Level

    Whether you prefer mild, non-spicy preparation or authentic local heat, the kitchen gladly customizes the chili amount to your taste upon request.

  • Plan Around Limited Seating

    The dining area is relatively small, so plan for potential peak-hour waits or visit outside primary dinner rushes to secure a table easily.

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