The Bench Brewery Uluwatu

Open‑air brewery in the heart of Uluwatu

Right on Jl. Labuansait No.234 in Pecatu, The Bench Brewery Uluwatu spreads out over a huge indoor–outdoor space with a green, modern look and a laid‑back brewery feel. Reviews mention a big garden area, covered courtyard and loads of room to sit inside or outside, so it works for rainy nights, hot afternoons, or pre‑sunset beers.

Several visitors (Google 2024) call it their favourite spot in central Uluwatu for a mid‑day burger-and-pint, or for an easy evening meal with beers on tap.

Beer on tap, cocktails and mocktails

This is, first and foremost, a brewery bar. Guests talk about refreshing tap beer, from EASY BLONDE and Be Hazy to local drafts and IPAs for around 110k a glass. Some find the range limited to about six similar styles, while many others rave about fresh, cold pints and “ice cold crisp” beers.

Cocktails and mocktails get regular praise too: margaritas, mango coco and sour cherry elderflower mocktails are singled out as standouts. One reviewer loved a “Blonde Ale 55 K” happy hour deal but was frustrated when the promoted beer wasn’t actually available, pointing to occasional gaps between marketing and stock.

Burgers, fried chicken and wood‑fire favourites

Food is where The Bench really wins fans. Multiple diners call the burgers “next level” and some of the best they’ve had in Bali; there’s a cheeseburger and pint combo for 150k, plus a Bench burger, chicken burger and hot dog that several guests go back for.

Beyond burgers, people highlight wood‑roasted half chicken, lamb kofta, beer‑battered mahi mahi, fried chicken tenderloins with mash and gravy, mac and cheese, asparagus, corn ribs, broccoli sides and a well‑liked white bean dip. Pizzas, especially Margherita, appear again and again in reviews as simple but spot‑on.

Not everything hits: a few guests complain about tiny lamb portions at 300 (currency not specified), underwhelming Wagyu and chewy steak specials, and fries arriving not even warm.

Space for pool, live music and live sport

The venue doubles as a social hub. Free pool tables, billiards and plenty of big screens make it a go‑to for live sport – think UFC, NRL, AFL, football and even Formula 1 when requested. Several reviewers say it’s the “best spot” in Uluwatu to watch games, with staff willing to switch channels.

Live music is part of the draw: bands in the garden from around 8pm on Mondays, live jazz on Mondays according to another review, plus Rico’s live show and other sets on weekends and some weeknights. Guests suggest checking social media to see what’s on each day.

Design, vibe and service experiences

Visitors describe a beautifully designed, spacious pub with “cute lights”, fans everywhere and a comfy, relaxed vibe. Many emphasise how friendly and welcoming the team is, naming individual staff like Vera, Agus and an Australian venue manager, and appreciating that locals and foreigners are treated with the same laid‑back hospitality.

Service is generally fast, though a few note slower food when the place is packed. Two consistent negatives: one guest felt misled by a foreign manager over a happy‑hour beer that wasn’t in stock, and another reported rude, unhelpful security when trying to park a car, especially frustrating as the venue itself doesn’t provide car parking.

Prices, value and who it suits

Value perceptions are mixed. Many visitors call prices very reasonable for the quality, especially lunch deals and burger‑and‑beer combos, and say drinks are well priced for Uluwatu. Others feel stung by a 1million++ bill for pizza, chicken wings, half chicken and two light lagers, or by small meat portions compared with the cost.

If you’re after chilled beers, well‑executed bar food, pool tables and live sport or music in a large, stylish space, The Bench Brewery Uluwatu sounds like one of the area’s strongest bets—just go in aware that steaks, lamb and parking may be less dependable than the burgers and the vibe.