Well, there I was on day two of my yoga retreat in sunny Uluwatu, Bali. I had some free time, so I decided to go exploring on foot, which is one of my favourite things to do. I had heard Kelly’s Warung was a cool place to eat at. So, after I programmed it into google maps, I was off!

I got lost a couple of times but for me, that’s part of the fun of travelling. I made my way through the busy streets and past the ducks, chickens (have you ever seen so many?!) cats and the occasional dog. I always love the menagerie that Bali offers up on a daily basis. It just feels right walking among the animals.

I finally got closer to the venue. I made way down a small street and found the way down to Kelly’s Warung. I made my way down some steep steps - mountain goats would be right at home here 😉 But seriously, the steps are relatively manageable. Just before you get to the venue, you are greeted by magnificent ocean views. You can’t help but appreciate the beauty on offer.

The venue is well appointed, with wooden tables and chairs, some of which had comfy cushions. The wood furniture suits this ocean facing venue down to the ground. Wood is from the earth and provided by nature. And the ocean is just wonderful. Very calming.

There’s a great menu selection, with local cuisine like nasi goreng, as well as Western options - think loaded fries, burgers and the like. The vibe is great. Low key, with chilled music, and the staff are super chilled too. To top it off, you can sit at a wooden bar overlooking the ocean. When I was there, that was the most popular section by far.

Plus, the way Kelly’s is set up, you get a great sea breeze that comes in and cools you down nicely. It takes the humidity right out of the air. Always a good thing.

Anyone would have a good time here. You could bring your family or a date. Personally, I felt right at home. But then, it’s a tropical island paradise – it’s hard not to be comfortable. 😊

I opted for the chicken satay sticks, which came as a serve of eight, which was very generous. The sauce was nice – tangy but not overpowering and the chicken was tasty too. I also got the loaded fries, which was a great choice. The cheese sauce and the jalapenos make a great combo, and the siracha mayo really works well too. The slaw gave this dish a nice lightness and crunch. I capped off my food with a banana smoothie, my personal favourite.

All in all, Kelly’s Warung has it all – good vibes, good times and good food.

Definitely worth the walk.