A brand new restaurant in an open-air pavilion on Sanur's main street opened recently. It's known as Naga Eight and it serves authentic, traditional-style Cantonese food.
Naga Eight is opposite Bali Hyatt in Sanur
The original building dates back to the late 1970s when it was home to Telaga Naga, a restaurant operated by Bali Hyatt. Telaga Naga closed in 2013 and the building was restored and redesigned in 2021 after which Naga Eight was established.
Naga Eight entrance
The atmosphere here is charming yet casual and it looks particularly enchanting at night when it's lit by hundreds of lights.
Lovely lighting at Naga Eight restaurant
There's a variety of seating areas where friends or family can gather to enjoy Cantonese barbecue and stir-fry dishes.
Table near the garden
Small pavilions have seating for up to ten people and provide a view to pleasant gardens and small ponds.
Naga Eight garden
Smaller tables are available throughout the restaurant including some in romantic little alcoves.
Different areas to dine
Everything here is quality, including the dinnerware, made locally and exclusive to Naga Eight.
exclusive to Naga Eight
The menu combines classical and modern dishes including traditional favourites like roast duck and crispy pork belly. On my recent visit, I enjoyed pan-fried pork dumplings with black vinegar and ginger for my entree. This was followed by a duck noodle soup with mushrooms and coriander then wok-fried beef short ribs with sweet soy sauce and sesame seeds.
The dessert selection was tempting but sadly I had reached ample sufficiency and sweets were not an option on this occasion. Next time I'll pace myself.
Pan-fried pork dumplings with black vinegar and ginger
Hatten and Two Islands wines were available at reasonable prices. I chose a bottle of Two Islands Cabernet Merlot for Rp248.000, exclusive of tax.
Beautiful features at Naga Eight
Eating delicious, fresh food in an exquisite setting is balm for the soul. I loved my experience at Naga Eight and look forward to a return visit.
