Fat Chow

Name: Fat Chow
Address: Jl. Poppies II No.7C, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia, Kuta, Bali, ID
Telephone: +6287761330661
Rating: 4.5

4.5(2985 reviews)

Restaurants & Cafés

Asian restaurant

Fat Chow’s Spirited Take on Asian Classics

A Lane-Side Dining Find in Kuta
Tucked along Jl. Poppies II, a short stroll from Kuta Beach and Beachwalk Plaza, Fat Chow hums with energy from late lunch till evening. The open-air setting brings a relaxed, tropical vibe that regulars and travellers say pairs well with their colourful plates of Southeast Asian favourites.

Plates That Keep People Coming Back
Dishes span Thai, Indonesian, Vietnamese, and Chinese influences: pandan chicken with crisp edges, seafood fried rice scented with wok smoke, and Tokyo prawns wrapped in crunchy noodles with sambal. Some diners rave about the Tom Yum as the best they’ve had, while others note it veers sweeter than expected.

Crowds, Queues, and Quick Turnarounds
It’s busy most nights, with waits of 5–40 minutes reported if you walk in after 7pm. Booking ahead is common advice from return visitors, especially for groups. Even when full, several reviewers praised the staff for seating them quickly and keeping service brisk.

Flavours, Portions, and the Small Details
Portions skew generous—satay sticks here are double the size of some local warungs—and prices are often described as fair for the setting. The menu’s breadth has wins across the board, from pork belly with umami greens to nasi lemak and caramelised pork salad. Not all plates draw applause: a few found fried noodles or seasoned rice underwhelming, and coffee drinkers were split on its depth. One guest disliked an extra charge for a teapot refill after paying a RP 150k BYO fee.

The Drinks Side
Iced lemongrass tea and Radler beer get frequent nods for refreshment. Cocktails like the Beijing Monsoon—a rum mix with passion fruit, jelly cubes, and frozen fruit—earn their own loyal following.

Atmosphere and Service Notes
Lively yet not overwhelming, the space suits both quick bites and long dinners. Families comment on the kid-friendly tone; couples linger over shared plates; solo travellers find it an easy spot to settle into. Consistently, the friendliness of the team is part of the appeal.

For travellers near Kuta looking for diverse Asian dishes served in a cool, informal space, Fat Chow rewards those willing to wait—or wise enough to reserve.

Jl. Poppies II No.7C, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia

+6287761330661

https://fatchowbali.com/

Opening Hours

Monday10 AM to 10 PM

Tuesday10 AM to 10 PM

Wednesday10 AM to 10 PM

Thursday10 AM to 10 PM

Friday10 AM to 10 PM

Saturday10 AM to 10 PM

Sunday10 AM to 10 PM

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