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    Bali Café

    4.4 (541 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Bihun Ayam Jakarta (Noodle)
    Andrew P.

    Had a solid dinner experience here on a Monday night with a friend of mine. I found this place to be on the pricier side, but what isn't anymore? Downtown rent in Miami I can only imagine is expensive. We ordered three plates which included the Ikan Pesmol/Balado, the Nasi Goreng Special, and Bihum Ayam Jakarta. All of them very different but very tasty and fresh in all aspects. We also got a miso soup that came with one of the main plates which was yummy. I think our server was a bit shy and could've been a bit more interactive and attentive overall, but she was nice nonethless. We the tax and tip, it was $100.

    Laksa!!
    Tricia K.

    Came for lunch yesterday and had the Lontong Cap Gomeh, which is a tasty combination of chicken curry, rendang, steamed vegetables, and small pieces of rice cake topped with garlic crackers (aka shrimp chips). It was as delicious as always!! Another coworker, who also had it, enjoyed it as well. My other 5 coworkers had the Nasi Goreng Special, which offers special fried rice, opor ayam, rendang, steamed vegetables, pickled carrot and cucumber, and garlic crackers. Everyone loved their food and the waitress kindly allowed us to get separate checks, which made everything so much easier. They take credit cards so don't worry about getting cash before you go!

    Bento Box
    Clara G.

    Amazing! I got there when they opened and was seated right away. The server was kind and attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is pretty small and elaborately decorated. Its a casual spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered the bento box and every single item on there was delicious! I really loved the beef and the chicken curry. Its was a nice way to try various items, especially since it was my first time trying Indonesian food. I really want to come back and try their Soda Gembira and sushi! This is a TRUE hidden gem.

    Maria K.

    Fantastic little spot! Food was very flavorful, great serving sizes, great presentation, and good service as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great spot for group lunch or dinner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    rendang sapi
    Jay W.

    Bali cafe was on my list of Asian restaurants to try. It's been very hard to find what I like. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My friend and I came after a yoga class needing a much deserved meal and they sat us in the fun little booths up front.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I wanted the Indonesian food specifically but they have a lot of other different Asian dishes on the menu. I ordered the rengdang sapi set that came with a miso soup and I loveeeed the coconut sauce in the beef. I never had it before but I know the sauce was gonna be fire. The beef was shreddy (think of it like pulled pork) so there was a lot of yummy flavor infused into it. It came with rice and some veggies. It was a pretty good portion for me. The miso soup was ok but I would love if they offer a more Indonesian type style soup instead to go with the set. I also got the Jasmine tea (unsweetened) but I think it was quite watered down and I didn't taste much of the Jasmine flavor. Overall, I'd love to go back and try the other things on the menu. :)

    Outside
    Sofyan S.

    Food (5/5): Amazing food and definitely authentic Indonesian. We came here a couple of times during our trip to Miami because the food is that good. I'm Indonesian and so was a friend that joined us, we both liked it. My fiancee was also a huge fan. We ordered the opor ayam, nasi goreng special, ikan balado, soto Betawi, gado gado, and rendang. Except the soto Betawi all of the dishes were amazing. The rendang was tender and flavorful, the ikan balado had really well made fish with great sauce. The only issue was the soto Betawi being too salty but that might've been because we got the last of the batch. Besides that absolutely amazing and even better than some restaurants in actual Indonesia. Service (5/5): Awesome and super friendly service. I was able to speak Indonesian to the servers and they had a great attitude. The food came out fast and we really enjoyed the experience. We noticed that some people wanted to order Japanese food but the Japanese chef was out of town. We only wanted the Indonesian food so this was not a problem for us. Ambiance (5/5): [[HIGHLIGHT]]Chill vibe with authentic Indonesian decor. Lots of culture and displays available highlighting our culture.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also good amount of seating indoor and outdoor available with decent amount of space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Aaron H.

    First time having indonesian food in awhile! This place is a mom and pop hole in the wall shop that exceeded my expectations. I forgot the names that my friend and I ordered but it was the specialty dishes. The service was quick, easy, friendly, and the vibe was super casual which I liked. Definitely going to come here or get takeout next time i'm in miami.

    Nasi Rames
    Ellie N.

    5/5: nasi rames. The rice and all the toppings are out of this world. The salted egg added a nice fragrance. 4.5/5: laksa. It's lighter than Singaporean style laksa. 3/5: bihun basko kuah. The meatball is just flour, it doesn't taste like 100% meat. The location is super convenient . It's a tiny shop but very clean inside.

    Lumpia
    Aneesha R.

    There are some meals that you go back to thinking about long after the experience, and this is one of mine! Bali Cafe is unassuming and tucked away into Downtown Miami, but an absolute gem of a find. The interior is cozy and casual, and being there feels like a warm hug. The food is transformative: comforting yet complex, and an incredible variety of dishes that are all actual knockout hits. I would HIGHLY recommend doing the Rijstattel Indonesian feast: $35.99 each for a minimum of two people, and a lovely way to try as many things as possible from this place for an insane value. We got to sample everything from yummy soup, salad, lumpia and siumai starters to fish, chicken, and beef mains. Every single thing we tried blew my mind. If I absolutely had to pick, my favorite selections were the Asian salad, Beef Rendang, and Ikan Goreng. A million percent worth visiting and I plan on returning many times!!

    Monalisa H.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]This hidden gem is a cozy Indonesian restaurant located in downtown Miami.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The server was exceptionally friendly; since I am Indonesian, we started chatting in Bahasa Indonesia, which created a warm atmosphere. The food was absolutely delicious-- we ordered classic dishes such as gado-gado, Nasi Remes with a variety of flavorful condiments, and a tender, savory ayam. Every dish was expertly prepared and full of authentic flavors. Thank you to Sita and her team for a wonderful dining experience!

    Rendang
    Annette F.

    It's been quite a while since we've eaten here and it's as good as ever. It's a bit cramped, but that also means people like it! My husband had the rendang which came with a small bowl miso. It's shredded beef with steamed rice and other stuff. I had the Bihun Ayam Jakarta. This is abol of steamed rice noodle with shredded chicken and mushrooms, 2 quail eggs, and a side bowl of broth and 2 small meatballs. Both were fresh and very tasty. We're glad we revisited.

    Inside
    Christopher V.

    Had a pleasant dinner at Bali Cafe! I read all the good reviews and was intrigued enough to go all the way downtown to try it. It's right next to the Metromover station, which made it very convenient. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside is small, but full of character.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waitress is very welcoming and attentive, the food was amazing. The best salad I've ever had, and the Ayam Bumbu Kecap was delicious as well. Can't wait to come back and try other things on the menu.

    Papaya salad
    Annika D.

    This family-run restaurant fights for my favorite spot to eat in all of Miami. You are treated so kindly, the ambience is so comfortable, and the food never misses. I have visited several times before making a review, and everything I have tried has been absolutely delicious. The flavors are complex and warm and appeal to a variety of Asian tastes. I recommend asking for their homemade chili sauces on the side and the "soda gembira" (happy soda) is a treat for a sweet tooth. For the fish - ask for the mixture of the two sauces!!! One aromatic, one with a kick. Bali Cafe is one of those places I'll bring family, I'll bring new friends who visit, I'll keep coming again and again.

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    Great hearty food. Price was really reasonable and the nasi goreng was the perfect introduction to indonesian food

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    Is the chicken/beef halal here?

    Are any Balinese dishes made without soy sauce?

    Laksa, Beef Rendang, Chicken Opor

    What app do they use for delivery?

    Have not used any so far; I do my own pickup

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