Batur Sari Resto: Restaurant Facing Mount Batur Volcano
Part of the flavour of some of the world’s most delectable cuisine comes from its surroundings. Besides, the more beautiful the setting, the more likely you are to remember it for the rest of your life. When paired with spectacular views, the dining experience is endowed in many ways. In Bali, overlooking Mount Batur Volcano, I had one such culinary extravaganza at Batur Sari Resto on a cloudy afternoon to partake in a traditional Indonesian lunch. Batur Sari Restaurant has two seating areas, one that is enclosed and the other that is open to the elements.
I chose to sit outside, where you can get the best-unobstructed views of Mount Batur, Bali’s active volcano. The mammoth clouds in the sky began to change colours as I fixed my gaze over the mountain’s silhouette. The clouds dissipated in a fraction of a second, allowing the ambient sunlight to shine through. While my camera relentlessly photographed the surroundings, the sky continued to perform its magic show. The restos waitress approached my table with a fresh coconut while I was dawdling alongside the Instagrammable Balinese nests and the magical swing chair.
While in Bali, I made it a point to begin every meal with a creamy Balinese coconut, which can hold up to 1.25 litres of refreshing water. I continued to gaze at the mountain Gunung Batur, which is nestled between two centric calderas of Mount Agung; while sipping on the tender green coconut. I was seated in front of the 7.5-kilometre-wide intramural collapsed top that was formed 28,500 years ago. The South-Eastern caldera is the one on your right that stretches out to the beautiful Lake Batur. The first eruption was recorded in 1804, followed by lava ejections in 1968 and 2000.
Although this is the most recent emission recorded, making it one of the most dynamic on the planet. You can tell how much magnesium and iron basaltic lava carried when it dripped down in a steady stream just by looking at the black topsoil that surrounds Mount Batur. This vast swath of flat-lying lava beds is rung by 15 villages and stretches for hundreds of miles across the underlying terrain. On September 20th, 2012, UNESCO added Mount Batur to the list of Global Geoparks.
This charismatic restaurant offers incredible Indonesian dishes in addition to sweeping views of Mount and Lake Batur. The luncheon buffet features a lavish spread of authentic Indonesian delicacies. Try the Nasi Goreng fried rice and Nasi Ketela rice with sweet potatoes from the Nasi menu, and Mie Goreng fried noodles and Ayam Goreng fried chicken from the Goreng menu. Cap Cay mixed vegetables, Lumpia spring rolls, Bombay Goreng onion rings, Sate Ayan Chicken Satay, Kentang Goreng French Fries, Daging Sapi beef, Tofu, and shrimp crackers are some of the other dishes worth trying.
Jajan Bali, Pisang Goreng, Black Rice Pudding, and a variety of fresh fruits are among the dessert options. The dining experience on the roof terrace offers breathtaking views, allowing you to enjoy traditional cuisine while admiring Bali’s massive volcano. It’s worth getting there a little early to get the best seat. For $20, you can enjoy agog dishes inspired by Bali’s culinary culture, as well as splendid views that guarantee an unconventional dining experience. Even after the plate is cleared, the rolling countryside of Kintamani Village creates memories.
