Barong Restaurant Bali, Indonesia (part of Bali Guide)

Barong restaurant is an intimate eatery attached to the elegant resort of the same name in central Ubud. It offers a two-story dining area set behind an attractive garden courtyard and is brightly furnished with modern fixtures and artwork. An international menu provides plenty of variety with Mediterranean salads, grilled meats and seafood in addition to local Balinese favorites. Slow-roasted pork and duck are perhaps the highlights, or get your fill from a gigantic platter of nasi campur. There is a small corner cocktail bar serving up imported beer and liquor with attentive and professional service. Barong restaurant is relatively busy through the day with well-priced set menus at lunchtime. - Ray Montgomery