Jimbaran Bay Seafood (JBS)

Name: Jimbaran Bay Seafood (JBS)
Address: Jimbaran Bay Seafood (JBS), Jl. Pantai Kedonganan, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia, Jimbaran, Bali, ID
Telephone: +6281934305094
Rating: 4.2

4.2(2281 reviews)

Restaurants & Cafés

Seafood restaurant

Seafood Suppers on Jimbaran’s Sand

Beachside Setting
Tables sit directly on the sand at Jimbaran Bay Seafood, with waves and sunset views completing the backdrop. Several diners mention the romance of arriving around 6 pm to catch the last light, while others note the charm of live bands and occasional fireworks. Indoor seating exists for rainy evenings, though the beach remains the main draw.

Ordering and Cooking
The format is choose‑by‑weight: lobster, red snapper, prawns, clams, squid and more. Cooking is done in view on a large grill, with Balinese spicy marinades or batter-fried options. Some visitors found dishes grilled to perfection – smoky prawns, tender snapper – but there’s an equally vocal set reporting disappointing execution: overcooked seafood, off‑smelling calamari, or dry lobster.

Service Rhythm
Staff interactions range from “top notch” and attentive to slow or disorganised. In quiet hours, service could lag; during the post‑sunset rush it becomes crowded, and some felt under‑served. A few reviews mention confusion over discounts being granted and then removed, or being encouraged to order far more than needed.

Prices and Extras
Meals for two can range from around IDR 950,000 to over IDR 2 million, with an added 21% service/tax charge. Many diners flag the price as high compared to other seafood spots on the same beach, especially when quality fell short. Cards are accepted with a 3% fee.

Atmosphere Notes
Live quartets and passing musicians lend an informal festivity. The crowd is often a mix of locals with visiting friends, tour‑driver recommendations, and tourists seeking a “feet in the sand” dinner. Rain kills the sunset magic, but the location’s appeal is hard to ignore: privately managed stretch of Kedonganan beach, shared with an entire strip of sibling restaurants.

Verdict
Jimbaran Bay Seafood suits those who value a beachside, choose‑your‑catch dinner and sunset ambience over budget and consistency. Food hits can be memorable – but misses are equally documented – so expectations on service and price will shape your experience.

Jimbaran Bay Seafood (JBS), Jl. Pantai Kedonganan, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia

+6281934305094

https://instagram.com/jimbaranbayseafoodresto?igshid=tyknzumwqhj1

Opening Hours

Monday10 AM–12 AM

Tuesday10 AM–12 AM

Wednesday10 AM–12 AM

Thursday10 AM–12 AM

Friday10 AM–12 AM

Saturday10 AM–12 AM

Sunday10 AM–12 AM

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