Waatu Bali

Chef James Viles has thoughtfully crafted yet laid-back Waatu, a thoughtful eatery in Uluwatu inspired by local ingredients from the Indonesian archipelago. The food is cooked over coals, bringing a unique depth of flavour to each dish. The restaurant’s approach blends tradition with modernity, offering a distinctive dining experience that reflects the essence of Indonesia.

Cooking with coals at Waatu requires careful planning and skill. It enhances the ingredients’ natural flavours, connecting humans to their primal instincts and making dining at Waatu a truly immersive experience. Among the popular dishes is the Negima, a type of yakitori featuring marinated chicken thighs and young spring onions cooked over charcoal. This dish exemplifies the skill and patience required for cooking over coals, a primal technique that resonates deeply with our culinary roots.