The Pad On Bene: Bali’s Gluten‑Free Refuge in Legian
A tucked‑away refuge off Legian’s main drag
Just off busy Legian, on Jl. Lb. Bene No.168, The Pad On Bene (also called The PaD Bar and Grill) sits a little back from the traffic, feeling more like a refuge than a roadside bar. Open roughly 07h00–23h00 every day, it runs the full arc from breakfast coffee to late‑night cocktails and footy on TV.
Gluten‑free paradise and separate kitchen
This place is a magnet for coeliacs and the gluten‑intolerant. Reviews talk about a dedicated two‑page gluten‑free/“coeliac safe” menu plus a page of gluten‑free and even gluten‑free/vegan desserts, with dishes cooked in a separate kitchen to avoid cross‑contamination. Diners praise everything from gluten‑free garlic cheese bread and sourdough bruschetta to pizza, nasi goreng, mie goreng and bangers and mash, often noting they had zero reaction after eating.
Huge menu: from nasi goreng to Aussie ribeye
Beyond gluten‑free, the menu is described as “huge” and “extensive,” mixing Australian and Indonesian comfort food. Regulars rave about Pad Thai with pickled vegetables, sweet and sour chicken, spaghetti bolognese with mozzarella cheese balls, Aussie ribeye surf and turf, ribs, steaks and a “Big Aussie breakfast” that’s so large even big eaters are warned to start small. Portions are generous and many guests say prices are “very reasonable”, with some appreciating that there’s “no plus plus” and that $29–$40 AUD comfortably covered full meals and drinks for two or more.
Atmosphere: live music, sport and family‑friendly fun
Evenings often bring a relaxed buzz: acoustic guitarists, a singer like Mangku doing covers, and Australian sport on big screens that reviewers say never feel “crazy loud”. Families mention kid‑friendly touches such as games to play, mocktails and popcorn chicken, while others highlight a smoke‑free area, free Wi‑Fi and a choice between an air‑conditioned room and open, fan‑cooled seating overlooking the street.
Owners on the floor, staff who remember you
The tone here is very personal. Names like Ally, Amy, Stu and Daniel come up repeatedly as owners or managers who work the floor, introduce themselves and remember guests from previous trips. Staff are often described as happy, attentive and fluent enough in English to confidently handle complex dietary needs, from coeliac and dairy‑free to vegetarian.
Consistent favourite for repeat Bali travellers
A few visitors find some dishes, like Pad Thai, skew a bit “western” in flavour, and an occasional plate misses the mark (such as undercooked squid). Overall though, long‑time Bali regulars place The Pad On Bene in their “top couple” of restaurants, returning several times per trip for what they see as reliable food, fair prices and a sense of being looked after.
Best suited to gluten‑free travellers, mixed‑diet groups and anyone near Legian who wants comfort food, live music and warm, remember‑your‑name service rather than a scene‑y beach club.
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