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Dulang Kafe Kuta Square: A Calm Pocket in Central Kuta

Green refuge off Kuta Square

Step in past the big KFC and souvenir shops of Pertokoan Kuta Square, and Dulang Kafe suddenly softens the noise. Hanging green plants, a refurbished dining room and air‑conditioned seating create what several visitors describe as the nicest, calmest corner of the plaza, right in the heart of Kuta.

Location, hours and first impressions

Set at Jl. Bakungsari No.22 blok C no 20, a short walk from the Hard Rock Hotel, the café trades on convenience and comfort. It is reportedly open every day, with hours commonly listed as 08h00 à 23h00, covering breakfast through late dinner. Recent guests mention both a cool indoor room and covered outdoor seating, with easy bike parking all around.

Menu highlights: from rendang to grilled bananas

The menu runs wide: nasi goreng with vegetables and tofu, mi goreng, oxtail soup, crispy duck, Indonesian chicken curry, nasi campur Bali, laksa, pizzas and pastas all appear in recent comments. Certain dishes keep returning in reviews on platforms like Google and TripAdvisor: Beef Rendang, Sop Buntut (oxtail soup), stir‑fried noodles and grilled banana with ice cream are described as standouts. Some diners say the rendang is among the best they have ever eaten, while others appreciate the generous, “biggest I’ve seen” fresh coconut.

Drinks, happy hour and sweet things

Cocktails draw their own small fan base. One visitor highlights a 3 ‑ 6PM happy hour with 2 for 1 cocktails, calling the Changu Sling a favourite, while others praise strong, cold margaritas. Fruit juices, detox and “immunity booster” blends, mixed berries smoothies, lemon lime mint coolers and lemon squash come up repeatedly as ideal in Kuta heat. For dessert, grilled bananas, panna cotta and well‑liked spring rolls (noted once as a bit oily but still enjoyable) round out the experience.

Service, families and food style

Service is where Dulang Kafe really seems to shine. Names like Ana and Endi appear often, with families saying staff customise dishes for babies and handle dietary needs “with no issue.” High chairs and kid‑friendly options like carbonara and fish and chips are mentioned, along with the possibility to book a private live cooking station. A few guests, including one Singaporean reviewer, feel flavours can lean “safe” and milder than other spots in Kuta, and note that Western dishes are sometimes less memorable than Indonesian classics.

Value, reputation and overall feel

Prices are repeatedly described as reasonable or “money worth,” especially by visitors comparing to US standards, though a couple of people wish main portions were slightly larger for what they paid. Overall reputation across travel platforms hovers around 4.5 / 5, with several long‑time Bali visitors calling it an “OG” of the Kuta beach scene that they return to every trip. Dulang Kafe Kuta Square suits travellers who want reliably tasty Indonesian food, friendly service and a mellow, plant‑filled escape right in the middle of busy Kuta Square.

Opening Hours

Monday8 AM-11 PM
Tuesday9 AM-11 PM
Wednesday9 AM to 11 PM
Thursday8 AM-11 PM
Friday8 AM-11 PM
Saturday8 AM-11 PM
Sunday8 AM to 11 PM

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