Restaurant
Warung Tulen
Jl. Abimanyu No.17, Dangin Puri Kauh, Kec. Denpasar Utara, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80232, Indonesia
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Jl. Abimanyu No.17, Dangin Puri Kauh, Kec. Denpasar Utara, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80232, Indonesia
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Denpasar’s answer to Jimbaran trades beachside markups for market catches blistered over charcoal. No printed menus here—just a chalkboard listing squid, prawns, and whole fish like ikan krapu or ikan kresi, gutted flat and charred Indonesian style so the meat stays moist beneath deeply seasoned bumbu. Patrons eat with their hands, pairing the seafood with steamed rice, boiled water spinach infused with peanuts, and iced tea. Because each catch cooks to order, tables fill early before daily market stock runs out, with savvy regulars phoning ahead to skip the 45-minute wait.
- Charcoal-Grilled Fresh Catches: Daily market fish, squid, and prawns charred flat to a crisp over charcoal while keeping the meat tender.
- Daily Market Catch Board: A straightforward board replaces paper menus, serving until the morning’s haul runs out.
- Order-Ahead Workflow: Dishes are grilled individually to order, prompting diners to phone ahead or order delivery to dodge the wait.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Warung Tulen
Why diners choose Warung Tulen for fresh, authentic grilled seafood in Denpasar
Fresh Market Catches and Rich Bumbu
Fresh daily market catches like ikan krapu, ikan kresi, and large prawns are cooked to order over charcoal with aromatic bumbu seasoning.
We had ikan krapu, ikan kresi, prawns and they are all deliciously tasty. Must be the freshness of the fishes and the bumbu.
Sylvano Damanik Unbeatable Quality at Warung Prices
Generous portions of freshly grilled fish and seafood are served at local warung rates without tourist markups.
good quality of seafood and very reasonable price point!
Naura Alifa Call-Ahead Ordering for Minimal Waiting
Because each item is individually grilled over coals, phoning ahead lets you bypass the 45- to 50-minute cooking wait.
Make sure to order by phone in advance, as the waiting time is usually 45–50 minutes.
Regita Pramesti Direct Hotel Delivery Options
Guests staying farther out in Bali can enjoy freshly grilled seafood brought directly to their accommodation via Grab or Gojek.
love that I can just have it delivered through gojek or grab to my hotel.
Michelle Kawinata Down-to-Earth Warung Atmosphere
Diners can skip expensive tourist strips for an unpretentious, hands-on meal centered around charcoal-grilled fish and steamed rice.
Gorge on a barbecue seafood feast for much less than that Jimbaran rubbish.
Always Very Spicy
Most popular items
Fresh market catches grilled with traditional bumbu at local warung prices
Prawns
We had ikan krapu, ikan kresi, prawns and they are all deliciously tasty.
Sylvano Damanik Ikan Krapu
We had ikan krapu, ikan kresi, prawns and they are all deliciously tasty.
Sylvano Damanik Ikan Kresi
We had ikan krapu, ikan kresi, prawns and they are all deliciously tasty.
Sylvano Damanik Squid
Printed menu? Let’s get real, the staff will point at a board with a very simple list: shellfish, squid (calamari style rings), prawns (they’re big), fish (you can select from a few types), salad (boiled water spinach infused with peanuts).
Always Very Spicy
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the wait for food, and can you order ahead?
Dishes are cooked to order one by one, which can lead to wait times of 45 to 50 minutes. To avoid long waits, call in advance to place your order.
How does ordering and the menu work?
There is no printed menu. The staff points to a board listing market catches such as fish, prawns, squid, shellfish, and a water spinach salad. Daily stock sells until gone, so arriving earlier is recommended.
Can you get food delivered?
Yes, you can have food delivered to your hotel or accommodation using delivery apps like Gojek or Grab.
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