KAI, the spice table — Restaurant in Gili Air

The Spice Table, Gili Air – A Legend in the Making

There are meals that fill you. And then there are meals that burrow under your skin, the kind that make you want to shake strangers by the shoulders and say: “This. Right here. Don’t miss this.” The Spice Table is that kind of place.

Yes, it’s Instagrammable. Every inch of it glows with curated polish, the kind of space where the light falls just right and every corner begs for a photo.

But hidden behind that vision of splendour is something rarer: substance.

The Bloody Mary That Won’t Be Forgotten

Start with the Bloody Mary. Not just the best on Gili Air—the best I’ve had anywhere this side of the equator. It doesn’t merely wake you up. It smacks you alive, rattles you, then leans in close to reassure you that you’re in the right place. Spiced just so, rich, bracing, almost medicinal in its redemption.

The Club Sandwich That Stands Tall

And then the club sandwich. This is architecture—precise layers, crunch that echoes, flavours that demand respect. Smoke, salt, bite. The sort of sandwich you remember with an almost embarrassing fondness.

The Questions That Matter

• Who designed this place—who saw this dusty patch of island and decided to drape it in style? • Who furnished it—who chose the textures, the colours, the light that make it feel so effortlessly right? • And above all, who is in the kitchen? Which chef is back there, quietly composing food with this much confidence, building a legend one dish at a time?

Because make no mistake, this is a legend in the making.

A Place on the Brink

The tables are filling faster. Word is spreading. You can feel it—that edge before a place tips from secret to sensation. Soon, people will be bragging they tasted this Bloody Mary before it was canon, that they had this club before it was written up in glossy lists and copied everywhere else.

More Than Hype

The Spice Table isn’t a mirage. It’s not just a pretty room for your feed. It’s an island original, already etching itself into lore—hidden behind splendour, yes, but absolutely real.

A place where you don’t just eat. You discover. And then you start asking the questions that matter. Like why so many...

Absolutely amazing dining experience at KAI in Gili Air! From start to finish everything was perfect.

We were welcomed with a nice amuse-bouche, setting the tone for the evening.

Starters: The scallop carpaccio was fresh and delicate, with a beautiful sauce. The wagyu tartare was simply 100% perfect, and the octopus dish was outstanding the potatoes cooked to perfection and the octopus tender.

Mains: The Pepes Ikan was absolutely perfect, the Prawn “Mekalas” flavorful and tasty, and the Taliwang Chicken delicious and juicy ! with a special mention for the cinnamon pineapple, which was truly amazing.

Sides: The corn was incredible such a simple dish elevated to another level.

Desserts: All desserts were excellent. The chocolate lava cale paired wonderfully with the espresso martini, and with the coconut ice cream it gives different textures that worked really well.

Highly recommend enjoying a margarita alongside the poached salak fantastic combination!

The strawberry cheesecake was absolutely delicious !

Drinks: The Banana Sour was refreshing and unique, the white wine was well-selected, the Espresso Lombok Martini with the salted caramel was perfectly balanced (not too sweet), and the Margarita was spot on.

Atmosphere: The service was warm and welcoming, and the jazz playlist created a perfect, relaxed ambiance.

KAI is a true gem on Gili Air ! blending local and Mediterranean flavors with a refined touch. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable...

If the sheer beauty of the restaurant doesn’t take your breath away the service, drinks and food definitely will. What an amazing experience. From the moment you walk in the property oozes ambience, class, warmth and beauty. The fit out has been done with passion and creativity. The attention to detail is remarkable. The staff are very professional, warm and friendly. They were totally focused on their tables ensuring every diner had a great experience. The cocktails are next level with many twists on the classic versions. The food. Where to start? The presentation of each dish was stunning and was backed up entirely by the taste. Wow. Amazing. We shared a number of dishes and were impressed by all of them. Highly recommend the Wagu starter and Lamb for main. In summary, it was an amazing experience and I highly recommend this gem of a restaurant. I can’t wait to...