Kieran Morland is an Executive Chef renowned for his commitment to transforming traditional Indonesian cuisine into a sophisticated fine dining experience. He emphasizes the use of hyper-local ingredients to create...
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Last updated: 7/23/2026, 5:21:21 AM
Key Information
Merah Putih offers an elegant and refined Indonesian dining experience in a visually stunning architectural space. The restaurant celebrates Indonesia's rich cuisine, culture, and craftsmanship, serving dishes typically enjoyed family-style. It's known for its modern yet traditional ambiance and thoughtful presentation of classic and innovative Indonesian dishes.
Customers consistently praise Merah Putih for its impressive architecture, beautiful ambiance, and delicious, authentic Indonesian food. Many highlight the excellent flavors, thoughtful presentation, and attentive, professional staff. The cocktail selection is also frequently commended. While generally considered high-end, some find the pricing reasonable for the quality. A few isolated negative comments mention issues with indoor temperature (AC) and perceived 'nickel-and-diming' for basic items.
Additional Details
The restaurant emphasizes a family-style dining concept, encouraging guests to share plates set in the middle of the table. It aims to showcase the richness of Indonesian cuisine through a variety of dishes and a selection of sambals.
The restaurant is open daily from 12:00 PM, suggesting both lunch and dinner services. Reviews indicate that late lunch might be less busy, offering a quieter dining experience.
5
Well I was sceptical! However for a high end Indonesian recommendation we had to go there and try it out.
Was a late lunch so not busy.
The Architecture of the place is impressive. Great atmosphere and ambience.
We tried 4 small plates that did not disappoint.
The buns were amazing
The prawn and pork dumplings inmlaksa sauce were incredible.
The chicken was exquisite and the duck 🦆 was not what you would expect in a good way.
Then the beef cheek came out which was special.
The desserts were awesome and the White Chocolate Vodka Martini was incredible.
Expected a massive bill but it was very reasonable considering other top end restaurant prices in Bali.
Great food. Great flavours. Really well done.
Staff were terrific which seems to be a constant theme in Bali.
Worth the visit.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Without a doubt, this was the best Indonesian food I’ve had in Bali. Every dish was packed with authentic local flavors and beautifully presented. I loved that they serve a variety of sambals to taste, each with its own unique character, and they truly showcase the richness of Indonesian cuisine.
The ambiance is elegant yet welcoming, making it perfect for a special dinner. Everything from the service to the presentation was flawless. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the food they serve.
Merah Putih is easily one of the best restaurants in Bali and a place everyone should experience at least once. If you’re looking for authentic Indonesian cuisine in a stunning setting, this is the place to go. Highly recommended!
We were absolutely delighted with our dinner at Merah Putih! The ambience is stunning, creating the perfect atmosphere for a wonderful evening, and the food is amazingly delicious. Every dish we tried was incredible, but the absolute standouts were the jackfruit bao bun, the Kembang kol, and the tempeh bagum. To top it all off, the dragon frizz mocktail was incredibly refreshing.The watermelon mocktail was also good. Highly recommend this place for an unforgettable dining experience!
There is no denying that the architecture at Merah Putih is absolutely impressive. The space itself is visually stunning and grandiose, but unfortunately, the physical comfort stops there. During my visit, it was uncomfortably hot inside, almost as if they simply didn't want to turn on the AC. Sweating through a fine dining experience definitely ruins the upscale atmosphere they seem to be aiming for.
The food itself was a bright spot. I ordered the Bebek Betutu, and it was genuinely delicious. However, that great dish was quickly overshadowed by the nickel-and-diming and the extremely lackluster service. For a restaurant operating in the fine dining space, charging extra for basic crackers, something freely offered at other nearby elevated restaurants, just feels incredibly stingy and sets the wrong tone from the start.
Ultimately, the subpar service was the biggest letdown of the night. For a restaurant trying to present a high-end image, the staff felt very uptight, and there was a complete lack of friendly, welcoming faces. When the hospitality and basic comfort levels are this poor, even a delicious duck dish and a beautiful building can't save the evening. I definitely won't be coming back.
Wow! Incredible restaurant both in terms of the vibes and the flavours!
Coming from London, both tasting menus felt like decently priced options for people wanting to try a variety of Indonesian dishes. I went for menu one with an additional appetiser of Lombok Oyster amd a cocktail on the side - totalling around 865k + service/taxes.
The tasting menu really was a journey though different regional dishes and I was very glad I chose to go the tasting route. Portion sizes were large so I was a bit full by the end of it but not painfully so. My dining companions created their own tasting menus but ended up ordering a bit too much!
For me the oysters, the duck and the beef checks were my favourite dishes, which I wasn't expecting! And the citrus cocktail was my favourite drinks wise. Service throughout the meal was friendly and helpful but not overbearing. All in all a fantastic and unforgettable meal for my final night in Bali - I would highly recommend to anybody wanting to experience regional Indonesian food in a luxe setting.
