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Street foodGianyar
Why locals goA small shop on Jalan Kalantaka in Gianyar town that has sold klepon since 1980; ten pieces cost about IDR 10,000, and it opens at 06:00.
TipTen klepon cost about IDR 10,000, a snack for morning or afternoon; the shop opens at 06:00 and closes at 19:00.
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BalineseDenpasar
Why locals goA simple warung on Jalan Gunung Agung in central Denpasar serving nasi lawar, soto and bakso balung; Bali Post says its lawar tastes authentic and the portions are good.
TipThe menu is nasi lawar, soto and bakso balung; the warung opens at 09:00 and closes at 17:00, a simple stop for lunch.
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BalineseDenpasar
Why locals goA budget Balinese warung in Renon, Denpasar, selling rujak kuah pindang, rujak gula, bubur Bali and nasi campur from IDR 10,000; Bali Post lists it among the city's rujak spots.
TipTry the rujak kuah pindang or rujak bulung, and add tipat cantok or tipat plecing, which can be ordered with cooked or raw sauce.
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BalineseDenpasar
Why locals goA village-style warung inside the Kertalangu cultural village in east Denpasar, serving nasi tekor, sate tusuk and pindang fish in an old-fashioned setting from about IDR 30,000.
TipRRI lists nasi tekor with chicken or squid, sate tusuk and pindang fish from about IDR 30,000; the menu depends on what the kitchen is cooking.
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IndonesianDenpasar
Why locals goA Renon bakso warung that NusaBali TV calls a legend among Denpasar bakso stalls, serving chicken or beef meatballs, beef trimmings and noodles in broth for IDR 14,000 to 30,000.
TipChoose between chicken or beef bakso, tetelan (beef trimmings) and mie ayam bakso; bowls start from about IDR 14,000.
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Street foodGianyar
Why locals goA home warung in Gelulung, Sukawati, serving rice with fried tofu and three sambals since 1963, now run by the fifth generation; portions can sell out within hours.
TipArrive early, as 50 to 100 portions can run out within a few hours. A plate costs about IDR 15,000, eaten on a bale or long wooden bench.