La LucciolavsBiku Cafe
Both establishments are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, La Lucciola scores marginally higher than Biku Cafe. La Lucciola ranks #6 in Bali with praise from 4 sources such as Frommer's, Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet.
La Lucciola
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
Jl. Kayu Aya, Petitenget Beach, Seminyak, Bali 80361, Indonesia
From $20/night
"The quintessential beachside hot spot, “La Looch’s” thatch-roofed, bi-level restaurant opens onto a sweeping palm-studded lawn and the scenic beach beyond." Full review
"The sunsets are electric, and the Italian food spectacular—particularly the linguine with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and garlic and the fresh-baked bread, a treat in the land of rice." Full review
"This happening beachside restaurant -- a Seminyak pioneer -- is lovingly referred to as "La Looch" and looks out onto one of the prettiest stretches of Seminyak beach." Full review
Biku Cafe
Concierge
Frommer's
Fodor's
jl. Raya Petitenget no.888, Kerobokan, Bali 80571, Indonesia
From $10/night
"You may not have come to Bali for high tea, but after a stop at Biku, you just might build your day around it."
"Inspired by Indonesian culture, this restaurant is housed within a 150-year-old teakwood joglo (traditional Javanese dwelling), carefully reconstructed in Petitenget." Full review
"Inside a 150-year-old Javanese teak house laden with antiques, Biku is a restaurant, cocktail lounge, and bookstore catering to Seminyak's upscale expat community." Full review