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Why You Have To Try The Melting Wok Warung in Ubud Bali

September 4, 2016

Fash Packing by Sydney Fashion Hunter: Melting Wok Ubud Bali - Coco Crepe

*** UPDATED: June 2018 ***

I first dined at The Melting Wok Ubud in 2016 and I couldn’t stop thinking about their sublime crepes. When I returned to Bali recently it was the first restaurant booking I made. The Melting Wok Warung is a tiny little place that is easy to walk past unless you know where it is but trust me when I say this is one warung you absolutely want to seek out. The Melting Wok Ubud menu is tight but you are sure to find something to tantalise those those taste buds. Read on for all the details …




 

Melting Wok Warung Ubud Overview

The Melting Wok Warung is an unpretentious micro eating house in the heart of Ubud, Bali. With only eight tables and a stellar reputation, you either need to book a few days in advance or be extremely lucky. We fell into the latter camp on our first visit when we scored the very last vacant table for a late lunch after our nearby Chez Monique jewellery making class. On my most recent visit Ubud was jammed with people and I wasn’t taking any chances so I book two days ahead. Melting Wok Warung is open air so it can get a little sticky in the heat of the day but don’t let that put you off. Friendly wait staff greeted us enthusiastically on arrival and the personable service continued throughout our visit. Make no mistake, The Melting Wok Ubud Bali is not a fine dining establishment, but what it does do, it does exceptionally well.

Melting Wok Warung Exterior

 Wok Warung Ubud Interior



 

 

The Melting Wok Ubud Menu

Menu’s at Warungs are usually tight and the Melting Wok Bali is no exception. The Melting Wok Ubud Menu is displayed of a series of three handwritten blackboards, two of which are carried over to your table by tiny wait staff where they will explain them in detail. The dessert menu is on the wall at the rear of the restaurants and features some of this little warung’s greatest hits. The handful of delightful dishes on offer are Asian/French fusion, which is no doubt influenced by the French owners. The blackboard menus are split between ever-changing specials and stalwarts of curries.

The Melting Wok Ubud Menu

The Melting Wok Ubud Menu - Specials

The Melting Wok Ubud Menu - Desserts

The Melting Wok Ubud Menu - Drinks




 

 

What We Ate At The Melting Wok Ubud

On both visits I chose the Chicken Coconut Curry with Rice from the Melting Wok Warung menu. The Hubs changed it up and opted for Chicken Curry with Noodles on the first visit and the Marlin Coconut Curry with Noodles the second time around. Melting Wok Warung allows you to choose your own heat factor and we played it safe with medium. All dishes were exceptional. The substantial servings of fresh authentic flavours were truly a delight to the palette. While the coconut curry was milder than the traditional curry both delivered a nice spice hit. I washed my main down with two glasses of Hatten wine as I always like to sample the local drop. The Hubs stuck to his regular Bintang.

Fash Packing by Sydney Fashion Hunter_ Melting Wok Warung Ubud Bali - Chicken Coconut Curry with Rice

Fash Packing by Sydney Fashion Hunter_ Melting Wok Warung Ubud Bali - Chicken Curry with Noodles

Melting Wok Warung Marlin Coconut Curry With Noodles

Melting Wok Warung Ubud Chicken Curry Coconut Milk

 

On our first visit we were absolutely blown away by our shared Creme Coco Crêpe.  Not one for those watching their weight, this sugar laden creation was quite simply heaven on a plate. Our desert was perfectly cooked with crispy edges and served smothered in coconut cream and ice cream. We ate every single mouthful of this sublime dish and wished we weren’t sharing! On our second visit we didn’t share! I couldn’t go past the Creme Coco Crepe but The Hubs opted for the Crepe Chocolate. Both were good but the Creme Coco had the edge. These crepes are so good they make my epic list of 110+ things to do in Bali.

Fash Packing by Sydney Fashion Hunter: Melting Wok Warung Ubud Bali - Coco Crepe

Melting Wok Warung Ubud Chicken Crepe Chocolate




 

 

Final Thoughts On The Melting Wok Warung

There is much to love about the Melting Wok Warung Ubud. I devoured every morsel of delicious food with relish and would not hesitate to return for a third visit. The highlight for me was the delicious Creme Coco Crêpe, which despite my bulging belly left me wanting more. While there are many fancy restaurants in Ubud, the Melting Wok Warung should most definitely be on your short list. If this has whet your appetite for dining in Bali be sure to check out my bumper Bali restaurant review Roundup.

Melting Wok Warung Ubud Bill

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Melting Wok Ubud Essential

Location: 13 Jalan Gootama, Ubud 80571, Bali, INDONESIA

Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm 6 days (closed Monday’s)

Average Cost: I paid approx AUD $25 for two courses for two people with beer, wine and tip.

Contact Details: Phone +62 8144174906 to make a Melting Wok Ubud reservation. Melting Wok Warung Ubud does not have a website but you can check out their Facebook Page and some more reviews on Trip Advisor.




 

Will you try the Melting Wok Warung when next in Ubud?

 

 

Until Next Time …

 

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Disclosure Statement: This post is not sponsored. I paid for my meal at the Melting Wok Warung Bali in full and as always, all opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links for which a small commission may be paid.

 

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Filed Under: Asia, Destination Dining, Travel Tagged: Indonesia

About Allison Smith

Allison is a globe trotting Aussie who has champagne taste and a beer budget. She believes there is a time to save and a time to splurge. She loves a short break and she frequently travels through Asia, Australia and the Pacific in luxury for less. Oh and she really loves wine!

Comments

  1. neha says

    January 24, 2018 at 9:01 pm

    The coconut curry does look very authentic. We get similar curries in Indian coastal regions also, so, I can guess it’s taste. It’s delicious. And the desert seems to melt in the mouth just like the name of the restaurant. Melting wok looks totally worth trying. I am contemplating on a trip to Bali this year and when I do I will try this one out

    Reply
    • Allison Smith says

      January 25, 2018 at 7:46 am

      I’m heading back to Bali in May and I can’t wait to go back for one of those crepes ?

      Reply
  2. Sandy N Vyjay says

    May 10, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    Seems like a good stop for food in Ubud, Bali. Your photos are great and makes the foods look more enticing and yummy. A must try place it is!

    Reply
    • Allison Smith says

      May 11, 2017 at 9:12 am

      It certainly is Sandy. I still dream of those crepes ?

      Reply
  3. Birthe (from Wandering the World) says

    October 30, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    We loved the Melting Wok! We actually went there twice on our 5 day stay in Ubud. 😀 The curry was soooo good, and the staff sooo nice!

    Reply
    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      October 31, 2016 at 12:51 am

      They were so lovely Birthe. We left them a small tip (around $5) and they came running after us thinking we had paid to much. The gratitude when we explained it was for them was lovely ?

      Reply
  4. Joanna says

    September 7, 2016 at 9:00 pm

    The food looks simple but delicious. The amount of flavours going on in those plates is fantastic. I am a fan of coconut and I love how the asian food is full of it. I would eat that pancake straight away, it made me hungry, haha.

    Reply
  5. Anne says

    September 7, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    It’s early here and I haven’t had breakfast yet. I’m usually not that big with food in the mornings but this post made me sooooo hungry that I’m currently setting things up for a nice little sandwich. Really looking forward to my move to Asia so that I can eat out more again!!

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  6. Christina Guan says

    September 7, 2016 at 4:56 pm

    Wow yum! Reading this post on an empty stomach was a biiiig mistake. All those dishes look amazing (especially the crepe!) I adore food in Southeast Asia, but have yet to make my way to Ubud. I really can’t wait to visit someday and just eat my way through the entire area haha.

    Reply
  7. Anna Shirley says

    September 7, 2016 at 2:44 pm

    This place looks amazing. And the food …. hmmmmmmm yammy! Would you like to share this post with TRAVEL INSPIRATION link up? It will be great.

    Anna
    www.flostenparadise.com

    Reply
  8. blondemoments says

    September 6, 2016 at 7:20 pm

    haha so funny! i was there last year as well! i loved the place, but all the food i ate over there was just amazing!!!!

    Reply
    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 6, 2016 at 7:21 pm

      How funny! Did you try the crepes?

      Reply
  9. Dominic Barrios says

    September 6, 2016 at 4:44 pm

    The Chicken coconut curry looks interesting. I haven’t really had that one in any of the restaurants I’ve been to. If you’d recommend it, then I’d probably have a taste of it. What looks really appetizing is the Coco Crepe. Makes me really hungry right now.

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 6, 2016 at 4:45 pm

      Both were amazing Dominic!

      Reply
  10. Maaya Legaspi says

    September 6, 2016 at 1:11 pm

    I will definitely look for this restaurant when I travel to Bali. I love the interiors and the food all looks so yummy! Especially the crepe. Im wondering how the curry tastes like.

    Living in the Moment | www.maayalegaspi.com

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 6, 2016 at 2:26 pm

      In a word … delicious!

      Reply
  11. grace says

    September 6, 2016 at 12:38 pm

    Never been anywhere outside Philippines, and I would love to visit Bali someday! The foods look fantastic! Such a great experience to have a taste of Indonesia without putting a hole in your pocket 🙂

    www.gracefulmusings.com
    mommygraceblog.wordpress.com

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 6, 2016 at 12:41 pm

      Totally agree Grace! Bali is great value ?

      Reply
  12. Charm Gamboa says

    September 6, 2016 at 8:49 am

    I’ve never visited Bali but I want to. The food looks good and you take pictures well. I hope a bali resto can open here in my country. Love your blog layout btw!

    Reply
    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 6, 2016 at 10:53 am

      Thanks Charm! I love Bali and go every year ?

      Reply
  13. Me-An Clemente says

    September 6, 2016 at 3:40 am

    I’ve never been to Bali but the food looks delicious especially that the curry is milder than the traditional ones. I wonder how it costs in USD. Anyway, the coco crepe looks divine. I’m sure my co-blogger would want to try it too. I hope we travel Bali sometime soon in the future.

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 6, 2016 at 7:35 am

      Me-An AUD$1 = about USD$0.75 so it was really good value! Hope you make it to Bali soon ?

      Reply
  14. Soraya says

    September 6, 2016 at 12:46 am

    Ooooooohhhhh I walked by this Warung a few times when I was in Ubud, but never got the chance to visit. I did notice that it was always busy, and now I understand why. Your Chicken Coconut Curry sounds delicious! And your crepe dessert looks to die for. I love coconut ice cream in Bali. Thanks for sharing – when I’m in Ubud next, I’ll be sure to check this spot out!

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 6, 2016 at 7:37 am

      You won’t be sorry Soraya! I could eat these crepes every day ?

      Reply
  15. Carola says

    September 6, 2016 at 12:31 am

    This sounds lovely. It looks like a nice place to eat. I love crepes. And this one looks very nice. I always enjoy going out for dinner. Not just for the food. But it’s so nice to away with friends and talk!

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 6, 2016 at 7:39 am

      I often make Crepes at home Carola but nothing this fancy lol. It was a super nice treat. Loved it!

      Reply
  16. Kimberly C says

    September 5, 2016 at 3:48 pm

    Wow, great post. This place looks too good to be true! I would love a piece of the coconut crepe. It looks delicious and I’m craving it right now.

    Reply
    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 5, 2016 at 4:14 pm

      It was amazing! I would go back just for the crepes ?

      Reply
  17. ROBERT LEE says

    September 5, 2016 at 3:20 pm

    Are you kidding me? THAT IS MY KIND OF RESTAURANT! Well, the place at least. As for the food, the main dishes look strange to me, but I have a pretty good idea of how it tastes. I’d say this must be one of the better places you have eaten while visiting. Am I right?

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 5, 2016 at 4:13 pm

      Loved it Robert! There are so many good places to eat in Bali it’s hard to pick the best but for simple great value good this was a winner!

      Reply
  18. Amae Guerrero says

    September 5, 2016 at 1:39 pm

    It’s worth craving. I hope to try this restaurant when I got the chance to visit Bali. Good review! Well detailed. I wonder the taste of Chicken Coconut Curry, does it taste like Filipino cuisine or very much like western?

    – Amae, heramazingstory.com

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 5, 2016 at 1:41 pm

      Amae I haven’t eaten a lot of Filo food but I would say this curry was more Thai inspired. Loved it!

      Reply
  19. Berlin says

    September 5, 2016 at 8:58 am

    This diner looks really promising and a must-try after your thorough description of the place. I would want to try that dish with the coconut as well. I hope they make an expansion to cater to the needs of the customers. I find it more comfortable if I got a place to seat and I need not wait for too long for that seat. But then, youve mentioned one could always call for a reservation- an option tourists may not be too familiar with.

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    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 5, 2016 at 9:02 am

      The small nature of the restaurant is part of the appeal so I certainly hope they don’t get too big. That is the danger in being so popular! When I travel I rarely make bookings as I just don’t know where and when I’m going to want to eat but for Melting Wok I would make an exception and lock it in!

      Reply
  20. Miranda says

    September 5, 2016 at 8:42 am

    I love Ubud and eating at Warungs! There are so many that it can be hard to choose so I’m glad to know this one is good. Coco crepe looks amazing but do they also have vegetarian meal options? No chicken for me!

    Reply
    • Sydney Fashion Hunter says

      September 5, 2016 at 8:50 am

      Yes they do Miranda. Each curry comes with a tofu or tempeh option or of course you can just have the vegetables ?

      Reply

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