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Warung Pondok

Jl. Raya Amed, Purwakerti, Kec. Abang, Kabupaten Karangasem, Bali 80852, Indonesia

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Find Warung Pondok

Jl. Raya Amed, Purwakerti, Kec. Abang, Kabupaten Karangasem, Bali 80852, Indonesia

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HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Warung Pondok

Board a wooden jukung at sunrise, catch your own fish, and have it grilled right on the sand for lunch. This barefoot warung along the bay pairs fresh ocean catches with relaxed family hospitality. Diners pull up chairs directly on the beach, sipping cold beer or citrusy house arak cocktails while waves lap the shore. Come sundown, the host family breaks out acoustic guitars for easygoing jam sessions at your table, occasionally accompanied by weekend Balinese dance. The kitchen serves your daily catch seasoned and hot off the coals alongside grilled vegetables and sambal.

  • Sunrise Catch-and-Cook: Head out on traditional boats at dawn with the host, then return to have your freshly caught fish grilled over open coals.
  • Barefoot Beachside Jams: Enjoy fresh seafood meals and house arak cocktails directly on the sand, accompanied by evening acoustic guitar sessions and weekend Balinese dance.
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Why Guests Choose Warung Pondok

From sunrise boat fishing and freshly grilled catches to acoustic sand jams and warm family hospitality right on the shore of Amed.

  • Sunrise Traditional Boat Fishing & Catch-and-Cook

    Head out on a traditional outrigger boat at dawn with host Wayan to catch tuna or wahoo, then return to the warung where your morning catch is grilled fresh over coals.

    Fishing with the sunrise with a beautiful view. Caught a tuna which they then afterwards grilled for me.

    kees van welsem

  • Personalized Ocean-to-Plate Hospitality

    Guests can arrange custom morning angling trips directly with the owners over dinner, returning to shore to enjoy their freshly cooked catch alongside homemade sides.

    we came back and Vayan cooked us freshly caught fish and vegetables. it was very tasty!

    Natasha K

  • Intimate Acoustic Beach Jam Sessions

    Evenings naturally transition into communal music sessions, where the host family and staff bring out acoustic guitars to sing alongside guests right at their tables.

    they treat you to live acoustic music right at your table with sand in your toes and the sound of waves on the shore.

    lizanne lourens

  • Genuine Local Family Welcoming

    Visitors are welcomed into the family's daily life, sharing evening conversations, Balinese dance showcases by the host's daughters, and warmth that feels like coming home.

    They helped me and treated me like a family during my stay in Amed.

    Hyowon Choi

  • Barefoot Dining on Amed Beachfront

    Dine directly on the sand under a rustic paillote right at the edge of the water, far removed from congested tourist hotspots.

    es un gusto comer con los pies en la arena y viendo el mar.

    Sandra Romero Hernandez

  • Seaside Arak Cocktails & Serene Vistas

    Unwind by the shoreline with house-crafted Arak cocktails and cold Bintang while taking in uninterrupted sea views and gentle surf.

    Le patron est adorable et son arak maison est un pur bonheur devant la mer.

    Serge B

Fresh ocean-to-table dishes prepared right on the shore

  • Grilled Fish

    Fresh caught fish perfectly grilled

    Dimitri Levasseur

  • Fish Satay

    We got fish satay, it was Oahu, the catch of the day. Everything was delicious and fresh.

    Aisha Habli

  • Pepes

    The food was amazing, particularly Pepes (marinated fish grilled in banana leaves).

    Klara M

  • Curry Fish Soup

    2 beaux filets sur le grill + une curry fish soup. On avait presque beaucoup trop à manger mais c’était tellement délicieux, authentique et fait amour, qu’on a tout mangé !!!

    Capucine Rouffiange

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that define the beachside family experience at Warung Pondok.

  • Sunrise Boat Fishing and Catch-and-Cook Service

    The owner takes guests out onto the sea on his traditional boat at sunrise, teaching them how to fish and later grilling their fresh catch for lunch or dinner back on the beach.

  • Fireside and Sand Acoustic Jam Sessions

    Guests dine directly on the beachfront sand accompanied by impromptu evening acoustic guitar singing and music jams alongside the host family and staff.

  • Weekend Traditional Balinese Dance Performances

    On weekend evenings, dinners are accompanied by traditional Balinese dance performances performed directly among the dining tables by local girls.

  • House Arak Cocktails, Balinese Coffee, and Sweet Treats

    Hospitality extends beyond dining with complimentary glasses of house-infused local Arak and post-meal Balinese coffee served with homemade cakes.

Before you head over

Practical tips for organizing fishing excursions and enjoying beachfront dining at Warung Pondok

  • Arrange morning fishing trips the night before

    Talk with host Wayan or Mangku during dinner to coordinate a sunrise departure, then return to the warung so your catch can be freshly prepared for lunch or dinner.

  • Allow ample time for freshly prepared meals

    Dishes are prepared fresh to order by the host family, so arrive without a rush and unwind on the sand with drinks or acoustic guitar while your meal is being cooked.

  • Plan ahead with cash payments

    The warung operates directly on the beach, so remember to bring cash in local currency for your meals, drinks, and activities.

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