It’s not Seminyak, it’s not Canggu, it is Kerobokan! And, the most popular street in this upcoming area is Jalan Mertanadi!
Jalan Mertanadi is buzzing and booming with new cafes, restaurants, boutique shops and ice cream salons, stealing the hearts of Bali holidayers alike.
Jalan Mertanadi starts just where Seminyak ends across from Sunset Road. Sunset Point shopping mall is a good landmark – this is where Mertanadi begins. Start walking… you are going to love this stroll!
Great Food on Mertanadi
Not very Halal but oh so delicious, Naughty Nuri’s is always busy from the time they open until late at night. What’s all the fuzz about? Well, at Naughty Nuri’s you can munch on the best pork ribs in all of Bali. These guys know how to handle fire and the ribs are grilled to perfection, indeed. They do amazing cocktails, too.
More into healthy food?
You must visit Ingka! Delicious Indonesian cuisine but also healthy smoothies and all-day-brekkies. Beautiful tropical chic interiors and a lovely garden in the back – don’t miss out on this one! Furthermore, you can score a classic European breakfast at Bread Basket or try L’Assiette for a French haute-cuisine lunch or dinner.
Address Naughty Nuris: Jalan Mertanadi No. 62 Kerobokan Seminyak, Bali
Phone: +62 361 8476783
Also read: 10 of Seminyak’s High-End Fabulous Restaurants
Ice cream & gelato for the family
Ice cream? Yes, ice cream! Why? Well, it’s simple – the best ice cream in Bali might just be found at Gusto Gelato on Jalan Mertanadi. People are lining up all day long to get their taste of the legendary flavours at Gusto Gelato. No additives, no artificial flavours, just amazing handmade ice cream you have only dreamt of up until now. Chocolate chilli, soursop, lemongrass – all made with local fresh ingredients – yum! Kids will also adore the ice lollies at Paletas Wey made with real fruit. Moms will love the fact that they are delicious and healthy. Just splendid! Everyone goes crazy for their Nutella banana, Moka and caramel but I love the mango strawberry one. So refreshing!
Address Gusto Gelato: Jl. Mertanadi No.46B, Kerobokan, Seminyak, Bali
Phone: +62 851-0052-2190
BRAUD
For the best pastries and freshly baked bread in the entire Kerobokan area head to BRAUD on Jalan Mertanadi. The vibe is super-busy and the cafe is packed with people wanting to sample the best coffee and smashed avo on toast with eggs benedict. If you’re staying in Seminyak it’s definitely worth the short taxi ride.
Family-friendly Kerobokan villas
The great thing about staying in a Kerobokan villa on Jalan Mertanadi is that the villa’s location is peaceful and yet within minutes you can be standing on the trending Petitenget Strip or lounging on Seminyak Beach at La Plancha, KU DE TA or Potato Head. Furthermore, you can explore Mertanadi on foot, which is the best way to discover all of the cafes, shops and restaurants on this upcoming street north of Seminyak. We’ve made a selection of the best villas on Jalan Mertanadi:
1. Villa Ohana
Villa Ohana is a really charming tropical holiday home with 3 bedrooms and a private pool. Unique tropical-inspired architecture, open-plan living spaces and a tranquil, eye-soothing garden – this villa is great for families!
See more about Villa Ohana
2. La Villa Des Sens
This contemporary luxury villa features a stunning design inspired by traditional architecture and it is located just around the corner from Naughty Nuri’s. 3 bedrooms, a huge garden with a fantastic swimming pool, families or groups of friends are bound to have an unforgettable time here at Villa Des Sens.
See more about La Villa Des Sens
3. Villa Sahana
Another 3-bedroom Bali villa near Jalan Mertanadi, Villa Sahana is sleek, and contemporary with a wonderful Balinese charm all at the same time. Villa Sahana is quite a unique find in Seminyak!
See more about Villa Sahana
4. Villa Bibi
This grand 5-bedroom luxury retreat is tropical as can be with thatch-roofed pavilions, open-plan living spaces, gorgeous teak wood and amazing facilities such as a billiard table in the living room. Come with a group of friends, Villa Bibi makes the perfect base from which to explore the buzzing centre of Seminyak.
See more about Villa Bibi
What else is so great about Mertanadi? Go find out for yourself! Petitenget, Oberoi, Batu Belig and Canggu – it’s all just a short drive away. One way or another, at some point you are finding yourself on Mertanadi Street just north of Seminyak.
Steven is a die-hard Bali island addict and committed surfie. When he's not writing or taking videos of the latest restaurants or cool places, he's at Echo Beach surfing or riding his scooter around Seminyak, Berawa or Canggu. Steve is part of the Bali Villa Escapes marketing team and has been living in and out of Bali for the last 15 years.
